Best TVs of 2025: Tested by CNET Experts

Finding a worthwhile smart TV system is most important for entry-level TVs. High-end TVs are more about picture quality. Bigger is better in our book. 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. TVs range in price from $100 to more than $2,000. Smaller screens are cheaper, well-known brands are more expensive and spending more money can also get you better image quality. Every year, a host of new TVs are introduced at CES in January, and these models are starting to hit shelves and online retailers right now. However, the majority of TVs on sale are from last year, and most are available for significant discounts. This is all part of a predictable TV cycle, although potential tariffs might drive up prices soon. With all of that in mind, here are the best TVs CNET has reviewed, from high-end QLED and high-end OLED to midrange mini-LED and cheap 4K smart TVs. Some of the models we r ... Read full article.