If you're looking for a new TV to pair with your console or gaming PC, there are certain features to look for. Modern consoles such as the Series X|S, PS5, and Switch 2 all offer up to 120 fps gaming, so you'll want a TV that offers a 120Hz refresh rate or even higher if you're using a gaming PC. A high refresh rate also goes hand-in-hand with VRR, which can come in the form of G-SYNC, FreeSync, or HDMI Forum VRR, and allows a TV to dynamically adjust its refresh rate to match the game's frame rate to help eliminate screen-tearing. If you want the clearest motion possible, a TV with a fast response time is very important. For gaming to feel snappy and responsive, you'll also want a television that offers low input lag. These are the main performance-related aspects to consider, but a TV's picture quality is also crucial for an immersive gaming experience.
Through our rigorous testing procedure, we can determine which TVs simultaneously provide excellent performance and image quality, depending on your budget. Our picks reflect the market as it stands today, so you might still see some 2025 models in this article if they're still available. Below are our recommendations for the best overall gaming TVs available. You can also check out our picks for the best 120Hz TVs, the best PS5 TVs, and the best TVs for Xbox Series X. If you're looking for an even bigger screen than a TV can give you, check out our picks for the best projectors for gaming. You can also vote on which TVs you want us to buy and test. To learn about all of the newest models on the market, visit our 2026 TV lineup page.
We buy and test dozens of TVs yearly, taking an objective, data-driven approach to deliver results you can trust. Our testing process is complex, with hundreds of individual tests that take over a week to complete. Most of our tests use specially designed test patterns that mimic real content, but we also use the same sources you have at home to ensure our results match the real-world experience. We use two main tools for our testing: a Colorimetry Research CR-100 colorimeter and a CR-250 spectroradiometer.
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Best Gaming TV
GamingMixed UsageHome TheaterBright RoomSportsGame Mode ResponsivenessBrightnessBlack LevelColorMotion HandlingResolution:4kNative Refresh Rate:165HzScreen Finish:MattePanel Type:OLEDSub-Type:QD-OLEDDolby Vision:NoSee all our test resultsSizes:55" 65" 77" 83"If you want the best of the best with almost no compromises, the best gaming TV we've tested overall is the Samsung S95H OLED. This QD-OLED offers incredibly bright and vibrant colors in combination with inky blacks, so your games look incredibly punchy. Furthermore, HDR games look fantastic since bright areas really pop out, leading to an immersive experience. Blacks can look a bit gray when you're gaming in a very bright room, but the TV's matte screen coating essentially eliminates reflections, so you have no problem viewing the action on your screen.
The TV is also equipped with pretty much every gaming feature you can ask for. It has four HDMI 2.1 ports that support up to 4k @ 165Hz, and it supports FreeSync, G-SYNC, and HDMI Forum VRR, so it offers a nearly tear-free gaming experience regardless of the console or PC you play on. Motion is crystal clear and input lag is kept to a minimum, so gaming feels very responsive. The only minor downside is that it doesn't support Dolby Vision for Xbox gamers, but since the vast majority of Xbox games don't natively support Dolby Vision and you really don't need it on a TV this good, it's not a big deal at all.
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Best Upper Mid-Range Gaming TV
GamingMixed UsageHome TheaterBright RoomSportsGame Mode ResponsivenessBrightnessBlack LevelColorMotion HandlingResolution:4kNative Refresh Rate:165HzScreen Finish:GlossyPanel Type:OLEDSub-Type:WOLEDDolby Vision:YesSee all our test resultsSizes:42" 48" 55" 65"If you want an OLED but a flagship model like the Samsung S95H OLED is out of your price range, you can go with the LG C6 OLED 2026 and still get an amazing gaming TV. Colors aren't quite as vivid as they are on the Samsung, but they still look impressively vibrant, and you still get the same inky blacks, so games still look punchy. Some bright areas in HDR games don't pop out as much as they do on the Samsung, but they certainly don't look dim, so HDR games look great. Reflections are more of an issue on this model, especially if you have light sources facing the screen, but the TV's reflection handling and brightness are good enough for moderately lit spaces. An advantage this TV has over the Samsung is that blacks stay much deeper in a bright room, so you're not forced to sacrifice much image quality when you flip your lights on.
Even better is that the TV offers the same features as the more expensive Samsung, so you still get four HDMI 2.1 ports capable of up to 4k @ 165Hz. All three commonly used VRR formats are also supported, so screen tearing is a thing of the past, no matter what console or PC you own. Motion is crystal clear and input lag is very low, so gaming just feels snappy on this TV, whether you're playing a single-player RPG or a competitive PVP game. It even supports Dolby Vision for Xbox gamers who want to play in that HDR format. The C6 is available in sizes ranging from 42 to 65 inches. If you get the 77 or 83-inch model, you're actually getting the LG C6H OLED, which offers the same features but has more vivid colors and is noticeably brighter.
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Best Mid-Range Gaming TV
GamingMixed UsageHome TheaterBright RoomSportsGame Mode ResponsivenessBrightnessBlack LevelColorMotion HandlingResolution:4kNative Refresh Rate:120HzScreen Finish:GlossyPanel Type:OLEDSub-Type:WOLEDDolby Vision:YesSee all our test resultsSizes:48" 55" 65" 77" 83"The LG B5 OLED is the best OLED TV for gaming in the mid-range category that we've tested. It offers a similar gaming experience as the LG C6 OLED 2026, but there are a few drawbacks. This OLED displays a wide range of colors, but it struggles a bit with very bright colors, which can make bright neon lights in games like Cyberpunk look a bit washed out. Fortunately, you get the same inky blacks that OLEDs are known for, so the image still has solid depth. Bright areas in HDR games are noticeably dimmer than they are on the C6, but they still stand out well enough against darker areas that HDR games don't look flat. Like the C6, it retains incredibly deep blacks in a well-lit room. However, the TV doesn't get bright enough or have the reflection handling capabilities needed for well-lit spaces, so it's best suited for dark and dimly lit rooms.
The TV has four HDMI 2.1 ports, but it caps out at 4k @ 120Hz. That's a high enough refresh rate for modern consoles, but PC gamers with powerful rigs might feel a bit limited by it. Still, it supports all three types of VRR to nearly eliminate screen tearing. Motion is crystal clear and input lag is super low, so gaming feels just as snappy as it does on the C6. Dolby Vision is also supported on this model, so Xbox gamers can play HDR games in that format if they choose. Overall, this TV is a great entry point into the OLED market.
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Best Lower Mid-Range Gaming TV
GamingMixed UsageHome TheaterBright RoomSportsGame Mode ResponsivenessBrightnessBlack LevelColorMotion HandlingResolution:4kNative Refresh Rate:144HzScreen Finish:GlossyPanel Type:LCDSub-Type:VADolby Vision:YesSee all our test resultsSizes:55" 65" 75" 85" 98"If you can't afford an OLED or simply don't want one, you can still get a solid gaming experience from a Mini LED TV like the TCL QM7K. Colors are a bit punchier than they are on the LG B5 OLED, but you don't get the same inky blacks of an OLED, so it doesn't look quite as good in a darker room. However, this model has great local dimming, so blacks are very deep with only some minor glowing around highlights whether you're in a dark room or a bright one. Bright areas in HDR games stand out just as well as they do on the LG, so HDR games look great. The TV is bright enough to handle glare in well-lit rooms, but mirror-like reflections are still visible if you have light sources facing the screen.
It supports a ton of gaming features that will please console and PC gamers alike. It supports 4k @ 144Hz and 1080p @ 288Hz, so you have options when it comes to the resolution and refresh rate you want to game in. Motion isn't crystal clear like it is on an OLED, but motion blur is kept to a minimum. You enjoy a tear-free gaming experience regardless of your console or PC, thanks to its wide VRR support. Furthermore, the TV offers a snappy gaming experience thanks to its low input lag, especially at high refresh rates, so you're not at a disadvantage in PVP shooters.
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Best Budget Gaming TV
GamingMixed UsageHome TheaterBright RoomSportsGame Mode ResponsivenessBrightnessBlack LevelColorMotion HandlingResolution:4kNative Refresh Rate:144HzScreen Finish:GlossyPanel Type:LCDSub-Type:VADolby Vision:YesSee all our test resultsSizes:55" 65" 75" 85" 98"If the TCL QM7K is a bit out of your price range, you don't lose a ton by going with the TCL QM6K instead. Blacks aren't as deep as they are on the more expensive model, but its local dimming feature is still good enough for bold blacks in dark rooms and brighter spaces. Colors appear slightly muted compared to the QM7K, but they remain vibrant enough to please most gamers. The TV has good enough brightness to help overcome glare from indirect sources, such as overhead lights. Unfortunately, the TV's HDR is a bit too dim for bright areas to truly pop, so HDR games appear somewhat flat and underwhelming.
Fortunately, the TV's gaming performance is nearly on par with that of the more expensive TCL. The amount of motion blur is essentially the same, input lag is low, and it supports VRR to reduce screen tearing. It even supports 4k @ 144Hz and 1080p @ 288Hz on its two HDMI 2.1 ports, so it's a versatile model.
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Best Cheap Gaming TV
GamingMixed UsageHome TheaterBright RoomSportsGame Mode ResponsivenessBrightnessBlack LevelColorMotion HandlingResolution:4kNative Refresh Rate:60HzScreen Finish:GlossyPanel Type:LCDSub-Type:VADolby Vision:YesSee all our test resultsSizes:43" 50" 55" 65" 75" 85" 100"If you don't have a lot of money to spend and just need something that gets the job done, the Hisense QD6QF is a decent choice. In terms of picture quality, the TV is unremarkable. This is the only LED TV on our list that doesn't have local dimming, so blacks appear grayish, resulting in an image that looks somewhat flat. The TV can't display very bright colors or very dark ones, but since it still displays a wide range of colors, games don't look too muted. Unfortunately, it's too dim in HDR for bright areas to truly stand out, so HDR gaming is lackluster. The TV is just bright enough to use in a room with a few overhead lights on, and you may not be distracted by reflections, but visibility is an issue in bright rooms.
You won't find many modern gaming features on this model, but it still supports VRR to reduce screen tearing. The TV offers a 1440p @ 120Hz mode for those who prefer frames over resolution, but input lag is unusually high when you do that, so most people are best off sticking to 4k @ 60Hz for the most responsive experience. Fast motion is noticeably blurry, but it's not too bad for a cheap model, and motion blur isn't an issue in slower games. If you're an Xbox gamer, this model supports Dolby Vision, allowing you to play games in this HDR format. It's definitely not one of the best televisions you can buy, but it outperforms other cheap models and is a decent option for more casual gamers.
Notable Mentions
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LG G6 OLED:
The LG G6 OLED shares many of the same features as the Samsung S95H OLED, like 165Hz.
It has very impressive colors, but it still doesn't match the level of vividness you get from the Samsung. The LG also doesn't do as good a job at reducing the intensity of reflections, making the Samsung the slightly better gaming TV overall.
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Samsung S90F OLED:
The Samsung S90F OLED is a 2025 model that competes with the LG C6 OLED 2026. The Samsung displays more vivid colors if you get a 55, 65, or 77-inch model. However, the LG offers a higher refresh rate, performs better in bright rooms, and provides a brighter HDR gaming experience, making it the better TV all-around.
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Hisense U7SG:
The Hisense U7SG is a great alternative to the LG B5 OLED if you mostly play games in a bright room. The Hisense is significantly brighter than the LG and has a very effective matte coating, so it easily overcomes glare in a well-lit room. However, you don't get the inky blacks and crystal clear motion that OLEDs are known for.
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Hisense U65QF:
The Hisense U65QF is comparable to the TCL QM6K, but it's noticeably brighter. However, the TCL has better black levels, superior accuracy, supports 1080p @ 288Hz, and has lower input lag, so it's the better option for most gamers.
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Recent Updates
Jun 11, 2026:
We replaced the Samsung S95F OLED with the Samsung S95H OLED as our top pick since the former is no longer available. We also replaced the Samsung S90F OLED with the LG C6 OLED 2026 in the 'Best Upper Mid-Range Gaming TV' category because the LG is the better option. Additionally, we refreshed the picks in the Notable Mentions section to better reflect the current market.
Mar 17, 2026:
We rewrote the introduction and revised the text throughout the article for clarity.
Dec 16, 2025:
We confirmed the accuracy and availability of our picks.
Oct 30, 2025:
We replaced the LG B4 OLED with the LG B5 OLED in the 'Best Mid-Range' category, and replaced the TCL Q651G with the Hisense QD6QF in the 'Best Cheap' category. We also updated the Notable Mentions section.
Jul 15, 2025:
We replaced the Samsung S90D OLED with the Samsung S95F OLED as our new top pick. We also replaced the LG C4 OLED with the Samsung S90F OLED in the 'Upper Mid-Range' category, the Hisense U7N with the TCL QM7K in the 'Lower Mid-Range' category, the Hisense U6N with the TCL QM6K in the 'Budget' category, and the Hisense A7N with the TCL Q651G in the 'Best Cheap TV' category. We also dropped the 'Best Bright Room' category, since the S95F outperforms our old pick, the Sony BRAVIA 9.
All Reviews
Our recommendations are based on what we think is the best 4k TV for gaming, depending on your budget and needs. They are adapted to be valid for most people in each price range. The rating is based on our review, factoring in price and feedback from our visitors. If you would prefer to make your own decision, here is a list of our TV reviews from the past few years. Be careful not to get too caught up in the details. Most TVs are good enough to please most people, and some of the things we fault TVs for are often not noticeable unless you really look for them.