Among midrange models, look for a feature including full-array local dimming, mini-LED and 120Hz refresh rate, which (unlike some other extras) do help improve the picture, in our experience. Among high-end TVs, OLED technology is your best bet.
We recommend a size of at least 43 inches for a bedroom TV and at least 55 inches for a living room or main TV, and 65 inches or larger is best.
Well-known brands are more expensive and spending more money can get you better image quality. Most entry-level TVs have a good enough picture for most people but TVs last a long time, so it might be worth spending more to get a better picture. It's also best to shop for a TV in the fall when prices are lower.
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A big TV is a big investment and at CNET, our general advice for TV shoppers is that bigger is usually better, especially if you want to maximize 4K content. To help you find the right big-screen TV -- whether it's the current model or, in some cases, a 2024 panel -- I've rounded up some of the best 85-inch TVs on the market right now. The list below represents the best TVs I've reviewed in CNET's test lab, where I've compared them side by side. Lastly, I've reviewed the 65-inch sizes in the series for most of the models listed below, but the 83- and 85-inch versions are virtually identical.
What is the best 85-inch TV right now?
After testing a handful of the best TVs for the money, we've found that the TCL QM8K series tops the list for several reasons. The latest QM8K offers superb picture quality overall, all the features you need in a modern television -- including 4K/120Hz input and variable refresh rate that can get the most out of consoles like the PS5 and Xbox Series X -- and an affordable price.
There are plenty of other excellent choices available. Although this year's QM8K is our favorite for most people, it might not be right for your preferences or budget.
It's worth noting that in some cases there is a huge price jump between 77 and 83-inch sizes, and this can be up to $1,000 or so. As a result, it may make more sense to get the still-very-large 75- or 77-inch size instead.
Best 85-inch TVs of 2026
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