Different TV technologies are available at the consumer level, but the marketing terms used by different brands can be confusing. Simply put, the 'Q' in QLED refers to TVs that use quantum dots to enhance colors, while the 'LED' refers to the backlight technology. Other manufacturers offer TVs with very vibrant colors without using quantum dots, but when a TV is branded as a 'QLED,' it almost always delivers great colors. A good QLED model also usually excels when it comes to peak brightness, making them suitable for use in bright rooms. Most newer models also use Mini LED backlighting, allowing them to deliver deeper, more uniform black levels in dark scenes.
QLEDs aren't the only TVs to use quantum dots to enhance colors, so check out our article about how QLEDs stack up against QD-OLEDs if you're trying to decide which TV technology is right for you. Below are our recommendations for the best QLED TVs you can buy. Also, see our picks for the best LED TVs, the best TVs, and the best bright room TVs. You can also vote on which new models you want us to buy and test. To learn more about the new models coming out this year, check out 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 QLED TV
Mixed UsageHome TheaterBright RoomSportsGamingBrightnessBlack LevelColorMotion HandlingGame Mode ResponsivenessProcessing (In Development)Resolution:4kNative Refresh Rate:120HzScreen Finish:GlossyPanel Type:LCDSub-Type:VADolby Vision:YesSee all our test resultsSizes:65" 75" 85"The Sony BRAVIA 9 is the best QLED TV that we've tested. Its superb peak brightness means it easily overcomes glare from the brightest indirect light sources. As impressive as this TV is in a bright room, it's also spectacular for use in a dark room. Its contrast isn't quite as good as an OLED, but it still delivers exceptionally deep, bold blacks for an LED TV, with essentially no haloing around bright highlights on a dark background. QLED is all about colors, and this TV doesn't disappoint. It has excellent colors overall, with outstanding color volume and incredibly accurate colors right out of the box.
The TV's image processing is excellent, so low-quality and low-resolution content from streaming services and cable TV channels looks as good as it can. The TV has HDMI 2.1 bandwidth, 4k @ 120Hz, and VRR, but there's noticeable motion blur in faster games, and it has higher input lag than competing models from other brands. It's been replaced in 2026 by the Sony BRAVIA 9 II, which features RGB Mini LED technology, so the new model is technically no longer a QLED TV.
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Best Mid-Range QLED TV
Mixed UsageHome TheaterBright RoomSportsGamingBrightnessBlack LevelColorMotion HandlingGame Mode ResponsivenessProcessing (In Development)Resolution:4kNative Refresh Rate:165HzScreen Finish:MattePanel Type:LCDSub-Type:VADolby Vision:YesSee all our test resultsSizes:55" 65" 75" 85" 100"The Hisense U7SG is the best mid-range QLED TV we've tested. Going with a mid-range model comes with a few tradeoffs. Color saturation and vibrancy are roughly the same as the Sony BRAVIA 9, but it's noticeably less accurate out of the box, and skin tones have a more noticeable blue tint to them. This can be corrected through calibration, though, so it's not a dealbreaker if you care about that sort of thing. It also has worse contrast, with a less precise zone dimming system, so you'll see more light bleed if you're watching TV in a dark room.
On the other hand, the Hisense U7SG is a gaming powerhouse, with low input lag and a very wide selection of gaming features. It can take full advantage of the latest consoles like the PS5 Pro or Switch 2, but it also offers a very high refresh rate mode for PC gamers. Its matte anti-reflective coating is great for daytime viewing, as glare from direct reflections is barely noticeable, but not everyone enjoys the matte finish as it gives the TV a slightly hazy look.
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Best Lower Mid-Range QLED TV
Mixed UsageHome TheaterBright RoomSportsGamingBrightnessBlack LevelColorMotion HandlingGame Mode ResponsivenessProcessing (In Development)Resolution:4kNative Refresh Rate:144HzScreen Finish:GlossyPanel Type:LCDSub-Type:VADolby Vision:YesSee all our test resultsSizes:55" 65" 75" 85" 98"If the Hisense U7SG is out of your price range, but you still want a TV that offers solid image quality and a ton of features, you can go with the TCL QM7K and still get a great TV overall. The picture quality on the QM7K is great, but not as good as the Hisense. Colors are very vibrant and saturated, but not quite as bright, and there's still a very noticeable blue tint out of the box. It looks very good in a dark room, with deep blacks and good uniformity, but stepping down to a lower mid-range model means the local dimming isn't quite as precise, and you're likely to notice a bit more glow around bright areas.
It offers very similar gaming features to the Hisense, with two HDMI 2.1 ports, support for 4k @ 144Hz, 1080p @ 288Hz, and VRR, so it's a great choice for both console and PC gamers. It also supports both HDR10+ and Dolby Vision, so you don't have to worry about format support, and it passes through DTS audio, which is great for Blu-ray collectors. It runs the Google TV smart interface, which is easy to use and has a fantastic selection of streaming apps.
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Best Budget QLED TV
Mixed UsageHome TheaterBright RoomSportsGamingBrightnessBlack LevelColorMotion HandlingGame Mode ResponsivenessProcessing (In Development)Resolution:4kNative Refresh Rate:144HzScreen Finish:GlossyPanel Type:LCDSub-Type:VADolby Vision:YesSee all our test resultsSizes:55" 65" 75" 85" 98"If you like the features of the TCL QM7K but need something more budget-friendly, the TCL QM6K is the best budget option. It doesn't use a full-fledged quantum dot layer like the other models on our list, but colors still look vibrant enough that the image doesn't look dull or lifeless. Blacks aren't as bold, but since the TV has local dimming, they're still deep enough to give solid depth to the image, especially in a dark room. However, there's visible haloing: the area around highlights and subtitles glows, causing them to bleed into surrounding blacks.
It has worse image processing than the QM7K, so low-bitrate content like most streaming services is a bit noisy, and fine details are missing in low-resolution content. Luckily, you still get the same core gaming features found in its more expensive counterparts, as it still has two HDMI 2.1 ports, support for 4k @ 144Hz, 1080p @ 288Hz, and VRR. For movie fans, you still get Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and DTS audio passthrough, which is great for a budget model.
Notable Mentions
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Sony BRAVIA 7:
The Sony BRAVIA 7 is a good choice for those who want a Sony TV but can't afford the pricey Sony BRAVIA 9. It has a narrower viewing angle, blacks aren't as deep, and it has noticeably worse reflection handling. However, you get similar brightness, the same gaming features, and almost identical image processing, so it's a good choice if you want a Sony model.
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Hisense U75QG:
The Hisense U75QG is similar to the TCL QM7K, but it offers better peak brightness. Unfortunately, the Hisense makes HDR content look much brighter than intended and has more apparent motion blur due to its slower pixel transitions. Since the TCL offers clearer motion and has superior contrast, it's the better TV overall.
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Hisense U65QF:
The Hisense U65QF competes with the TCL QM6K but offers more brightness. However, the Hisense really overbrightens HDR content, so it doesn't stay true to the content creator's intent. The TCL offers a more well-rounded experience, with better black levels, superior accuracy, 1080p @ 288Hz, and lower input lag.
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Recent Updates
Jun 12, 2026:
We replaced the TCL QM8K with the Hisense U7SG, as it delivers similar performance for less. We also updated the text throughout for clarity.
Mar 19, 2026:
We removed the 'Best QD-OLED TV' category to make the article focus specifically on QLED models. We also updated some text throughout the article for clarity.
Nov 18, 2025:
We confirmed the accuracy of our current picks and ensured all products are in stock.
Aug 27, 2025:
Replaced the Samsung S90D with the Samsung S95F, the Hisense U8N with the TCL QM8K, the Hisense U7N with the TCL QM7K, and the Hisense U6N with the TCL QM6K. We dropped the 'Best Cheap QLED' category, since there are no current cheap models that actually utilize quantum dot technology. Finally, we updated the Notable Mentions section with newer models.
Apr 23, 2025:
Removed the TCL QM7/QM751G QLED from the Notable Mentions and mentioned it in the 'Best Lower Mid-Range QLED TV' category instead, since it's so close to the Hisense U7N. We also updated some text throughout the article for clarity.
All Reviews
Our recommendations above are what we think are currently the best QLED televisions to buy for most people, depending on your budget and needs. If you want more information on the technology, you can learn more about QLEDs. Our recommendations factor in the price (a cheaper TV wins over a pricier one if the difference isn't worth it) and availability (no TVs that are difficult to find or almost out of stock everywhere).
If you would like to do the work of choosing yourself, here is the list of all our TV reviews. Be careful not to get too caught up in the details. While no TV is perfect, most TVs are great enough to please almost everyone, and the differences are often not noticeable unless you really look for them. Also, keep in mind that our scores aren't comparable across different test benches, so the older TVs in the list below score higher than they would today.