Key takeaways
- Best overall: LG 65-Inch Class OLED evo C5 Series ($1,599 – $2,499).
- Best value: Hisense U8 65-inch Mini-LED TV ($800 – $1,200).
- Panel type matters most: OLED gives perfect blacks for dark rooms, while Mini LED is brighter for sunny living rooms.
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Choosing 4K TVs in the US is easier when someone has already sorted the good from the overpriced. Below are the 4K TVs we would buy right now, the ones worth a second look and the ones we would skip, each with a typical price and the reason behind the call.
Prices are typical ranges, not live prices. The button on each pick opens the current price.
Quick answer
- Best overall: LG 65-Inch Class OLED evo C5 Series ($1,599 – $2,499)
- Best value: Hisense U8 65-inch Mini-LED TV ($800 – $1,200)
- Premium pick: LG C4 83-Inch OLED TV ($3,200 – $4,500)
4K TVs compared
| Product | Verdict | Score | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|
| LG 65-Inch Class OLED evo C5 Series | Buy | 9.2/10 | $1,599 – $2,499 |
| LG OLED evo G4 77-Inch TV | Buy | 9.2/10 | $3,000 – $4,000 |
| LG C4 65-inch OLED TV | Buy | 9.1/10 | $1,500 – $2,200 |
| Samsung S95D 77-Inch QD-OLED TV | Buy | 9.1/10 | $3,000 – $3,800 |
| Samsung 65-Inch Class OLED S90F | Buy | 9.0/10 | $1,499 – $2,299 |
| Sony Bravia 8 II 65-Inch QD-OLED TV | Buy | 9.0/10 | $2,500 – $3,300 |
| Samsung S90D 65-inch OLED TV | Buy | 8.9/10 | $1,400 – $2,000 |
| LG C4 83-Inch OLED TV | Buy | 8.9/10 | $3,200 – $4,500 |
| TCL 65-Inch QM8K QD-Mini LED | Buy | 8.7/10 | $1,299 – $1,999 |
| Hisense 65-Inch Class U8 Series Mini-LED (65U8QG) | Buy | 8.6/10 | $899 – $1,399 |
| TCL QM8 85-Inch Mini-LED TV | Buy | 8.6/10 | $1,800 – $2,600 |
| TCL QM8 65-inch Mini-LED TV | Buy | 8.4/10 | $900 – $1,300 |
| Hisense U8 65-inch Mini-LED TV | Buy | 8.2/10 | $800 – $1,200 |
| Hisense 100-Inch U8 Mini-LED TV | Consider | 8.2/10 | $2,500 – $3,500 |
| Amazon Fire TV 55-inch Omni QLED Series | Consider | 7.4/10 | $379 – $549 |
Our picks in detail
LG 65-Inch Class OLED evo C5 Series
Best picture for most · Verdict: Buy · Score: 9.2/10 · Typical price: $1,599 – $2,499
Why we like it: OLED contrast with great gaming features.
Pros: Perfect black levels and contrast · Four HDMI 2.1 ports · Up to 144Hz for PC and console gaming · Wide viewing angles
Cons: Not as bright as Mini-LED in sunny rooms · Small risk of burn-in with static images
Buy it if you want perfect blacks, rich color and the best gaming features at a price below flagship OLEDs.
Skip it if your room is very bright with direct sun; a Mini-LED gets brighter.
LG OLED evo G4 77-Inch TV
Verdict: Buy · Score: 9.2/10 · Typical price: $3,000 – $4,000
For most people, LG OLED evo G4 77-Inch TV is worth its usual price of $3,000 – $4,000. Our score: 9.2/10.
LG C4 65-inch OLED TV
Verdict: Buy · Score: 9.1/10 · Typical price: $1,500 – $2,200
A safe choice: LG C4 65-inch OLED TV earns a buy verdict with a score of 9.1/10, at a typical price of $1,500 – $2,200.
Samsung S95D 77-Inch QD-OLED TV
Verdict: Buy · Score: 9.1/10 · Typical price: $3,000 – $3,800
A safe choice: Samsung S95D 77-Inch QD-OLED TV earns a buy verdict with a score of 9.1/10, at a typical price of $3,000 – $3,800.
Samsung 65-Inch Class OLED S90F
Bright OLED alternative · Verdict: Buy · Score: 9.0/10 · Typical price: $1,499 – $2,299
Why we like it: Vivid OLED picture with Samsung's gaming hub.
Pros: Excellent contrast and color · Up to 144Hz gaming · Four HDMI 2.1 ports
Cons: No Dolby Vision · Panel type can vary by size
Buy it if you want OLED contrast with very vivid color and Samsung's Tizen smart platform.
Skip it if you watch Dolby Vision content often; Samsung doesn't support it.
Sony Bravia 8 II 65-Inch QD-OLED TV
Verdict: Buy · Score: 9.0/10 · Typical price: $2,500 – $3,300
A safe choice: Sony Bravia 8 II 65-Inch QD-OLED TV earns a buy verdict with a score of 9.0/10, at a typical price of $2,500 – $3,300.
Samsung S90D 65-inch OLED TV
Verdict: Buy · Score: 8.9/10 · Typical price: $1,400 – $2,000
A safe choice: Samsung S90D 65-inch OLED TV earns a buy verdict with a score of 8.9/10, at a typical price of $1,400 – $2,000.
LG C4 83-Inch OLED TV
Verdict: Buy · Score: 8.9/10 · Typical price: $3,200 – $4,500
LG C4 83-Inch OLED TV is one of the 4K TVs we would buy in the US. It scores 8.9/10 in our ratings and usually sells for $3,200 – $4,500.
TCL 65-Inch QM8K QD-Mini LED
Bright rooms · Verdict: Buy · Score: 8.7/10 · Typical price: $1,299 – $1,999
Why we like it: Very high brightness for sunny living rooms.
Pros: Extremely bright HDR · Strong local dimming · Google TV built in · Dolby Vision and HDR10+
Cons: Some blooming around bright objects · Viewing angles narrower than OLED
Buy it if you watch a lot of daytime sports in a bright room and want punchy HDR for less than an OLED.
Skip it if you watch mostly in a dark room and want the deepest blacks.
Hisense 65-Inch Class U8 Series Mini-LED (65U8QG)
Value Mini-LED · Verdict: Buy · Score: 8.6/10 · Typical price: $899 – $1,399
Why we like it: Bright Mini-LED for well under OLED prices.
Pros: Very bright for the money · Up to 165Hz for gaming · Dolby Vision and HDR10+ · Google TV
Cons: Some blooming in dark scenes · Built-in sound is basic
Buy it if you want a bright, sharp 65-inch TV with real local dimming at a mid-range price.
Skip it if you need the best motion handling or wide viewing angles for a big sectional.
What to check before you buy
- Panel type matters most: OLED gives perfect blacks for dark rooms, while Mini LED is brighter for sunny living rooms.
- Gamers should look for 4K at 120 Hz over HDMI 2.1 and variable refresh rate (VRR).
- Measure your viewing distance: around 1.2 to 1.5 times the screen size is comfortable for 4K.
What to skip
Common mistake: Judging picture quality in a bright showroom on vivid mode; it looks very different at home.
We would also skip these at their usual prices:
- Samsung 65-Inch Class The Frame ($1,299 – $1,999) – Skip it if you care about picture quality per dollar; the TCL QM8K or LG C5 look far better for similar money.
When to buy
The deepest discounts usually arrive during the big summer sales in July, the October sales events and Black Friday through Cyber Monday in late November. Last year's models are often the best value just before new ones launch in spring.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best 4K TVs in the US?
Our top pick is LG 65-Inch Class OLED evo C5 Series (typically $1,599 – $2,499). For the best value, choose Hisense U8 65-inch Mini-LED TV (typically $800 – $1,200).
What should I check before buying 4K TVs?
Panel type matters most: OLED gives perfect blacks for dark rooms, while Mini LED is brighter for sunny living rooms. Gamers should look for 4K at 120 Hz over HDMI 2.1 and variable refresh rate (VRR).
When is the best time to buy 4K TVs in the US?
The deepest discounts usually arrive during the big summer sales in July, the October sales events and Black Friday through Cyber Monday in late November.
What is the most common mistake when buying 4K TVs?
Judging picture quality in a bright showroom on vivid mode; it looks very different at home.