Manufacturers have released new models to replace the 2017 ones. In general, the new models come with lower input lag and faster response time and accept various input signals, which is excellent for gaming. More models include exciting gaming features like Variable Refresh Rate, optional Motion Interpolation with low input lag, or optional Black Frame Insertion.

We've tested 74 TVs and below are our recommendations for the best gaming TVs you can buy in 2018. Check also our recommendations for the best gaming monitors and the best gaming headsets.

1. Best TV for Gaming: LG B8

   

   LG B8

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   Usage Ratings - Version 1.2

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   Test Benches: test

   • 1.2: Winter 2018
   • 1.1: Summer 2017
   • 1.0: Winter 2015
   • 0.9: Winter 2014
   • 0.8: Winter 2013

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   8.9

   Video Games

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   What it is Video games. The TV will be used to play video games, directly in front, in a controlled light environment. Usually fast games, like online FPS, where motion blur and input lag is important.

   Score components:

   • 33% Input Lag
   • 22% Response Time
   • 6% 1080p Input
   • 6% 4k Input
   • 4% Contrast
   • 4% Black Frame Insertion (BFI)
   • 3% Reflections
   • 3% Gray Uniformity
   • 3% Sound Quality
   • 3% Local Dimming
   • 2% Black Uniformity
   • 2% SDR Peak Brightness
   • 1% Flicker-Free
   • 1% Permanent Burn-In Risk
   • 1% Pre Calibration
   • 1% Stutter
   • 1% Variable Refresh Rate
   • 1% 4k @ 60Hz
   • <1% Temporary Image Retention
   • <1% Post Calibration
   • <1% 1440p @ 60Hz

   Score distribution:

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   Type : OLED
   Sub-Type

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   What it is: Type of display technology used by the TV.

   When it matters: Different technologies have different performance and are suited to different uses

   Good value: IPS maintains good color accuracy at an angle, but has a poor contrast ratio from in front. VA has great picture quality in front, but loses saturation at an angle. OLED maintains good color accuracy at an angle without any of the other issues seen with IPS and VA, as they keep good brightness and contrast at an angle.

   : WRGB
   Resolution : 4k
   Sizes : 55" 65"

   The LG B8 is the best TV for gaming that we have reviewed so far, that is still widely available. The OLED panel delivers an extraordinary dark room performance thanks to an infinite contrast ratio and perfect black uniformity. It has excellent low input lag and a lightning fast, near-instantaneous response-time, so motion always looks its best with very little motion blur. Whether you are gaming on a PC or a console, the LG OLED B8 delivers a great gaming experience.

   Unfortunately, like all OLED panels, there is a chance that the B8 will experience temporary image retention or even permanent burn-in, although under normal, varied usage we don't expect most people to experience this. It also isn't extremely bright, so it might not be able to overcome glare if you are in a really bright living room.

   Overall, it is a great TV that fits a wide variety of uses, and is particularly well suited to gaming.

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2. Hard To Find Alternative: Vizio P Series Quantum

   

   Vizio P Series Quantum

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   Type : LED

   Sub-Type

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   What it is: Type of display technology used by the TV.

   When it matters: Different technologies have different performance and are suited to different uses

   Good value: IPS maintains good color accuracy at an angle, but has a poor contrast ratio from in front. VA has great picture quality in front, but loses saturation at an angle. OLED maintains good color accuracy at an angle without any of the other issues seen with IPS and VA, as they keep good brightness and contrast at an angle.

   : VA

   Resolution : 4k

   Sizes : 65"

   Although it can be very difficult to find, the Vizio P Series Quantum is the best TV for gaming that we have tested so far. The P Series Quantum delivers an excellent gaming experience, regardless of whether you are in a bright or dark room. It has an extremely fast response time, and excellent low input lag, even lower than the LG B8. Unlike the B8, the P Series Quantum is an LED LCD panel, so there is no risk of permanent burn-in, great if you play a lot of games with large static elements, like FPS or sports games.

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3. Best Mid-Range TV for Gaming: Vizio P Series 2018

   

   Vizio P Series 2018

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   Usage Ratings - Version 1.2

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   Test Benches: test

   • 1.2: Winter 2018
   • 1.1: Summer 2017
   • 1.0: Winter 2015
   • 0.9: Winter 2014
   • 0.8: Winter 2013

   See changelog and how ratings work

   8.9

   Video Games

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   What it is Video games. The TV will be used to play video games, directly in front, in a controlled light environment. Usually fast games, like online FPS, where motion blur and input lag is important.

   Score components:

   • 33% Input Lag
   • 22% Response Time
   • 6% 1080p Input
   • 6% 4k Input
   • 4% Contrast
   • 4% Black Frame Insertion (BFI)
   • 3% Reflections
   • 3% Gray Uniformity
   • 3% Sound Quality
   • 3% Local Dimming
   • 2% Black Uniformity
   • 2% SDR Peak Brightness
   • 1% Flicker-Free
   • 1% Permanent Burn-In Risk
   • 1% Pre Calibration
   • 1% Stutter
   • 1% Variable Refresh Rate
   • 1% 4k @ 60Hz
   • <1% Temporary Image Retention
   • <1% Post Calibration
   • <1% 1440p @ 60Hz

   Score distribution:

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   Type : LED
   Sub-Type

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   What it is: Type of display technology used by the TV.

   When it matters: Different technologies have different performance and are suited to different uses

   Good value: IPS maintains good color accuracy at an angle, but has a poor contrast ratio from in front. VA has great picture quality in front, but loses saturation at an angle. OLED maintains good color accuracy at an angle without any of the other issues seen with IPS and VA, as they keep good brightness and contrast at an angle.

   : VA
   Resolution : 4k
   Sizes : 55" 65" 75"

   If the LG B8 and the Vizio P Series Quantum are out of your budget, the best mid-range TV we've tested for gaming is the Vizio P Series 2018. It lacks some of the polish of the higher-end models and it doesn't have the brightness of the Quantum. The smart features aren't as advanced as the LG B8, but it supports casting apps and video from most smart devices.

   On the upside, it is an excellent gaming TV with a good picture quality, an excellent response time and a low input lag. The P Series 2018 offers an excellent gaming experience that competes with most high-end TVs.

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4. Lower HDR Input Lag Alternative: Samsung NU8000

   

   Samsung NU8000

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   Type : LED

   Sub-Type

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   What it is: Type of display technology used by the TV.

   When it matters: Different technologies have different performance and are suited to different uses

   Good value: IPS maintains good color accuracy at an angle, but has a poor contrast ratio from in front. VA has great picture quality in front, but loses saturation at an angle. OLED maintains good color accuracy at an angle without any of the other issues seen with IPS and VA, as they keep good brightness and contrast at an angle.

   : VA

   Resolution : 4k

   Sizes : 49" 55" 65" 75" 82"

   If you want a lower input lag than the Vizio P Series 2018, get the Samsung NU8000. It produces similar picture quality, although dark room performance suffers a bit from the poor local dimming implementation. It has an excellent response time and motion looks crisp and fluid. It has a few more advanced options than the Vizio P Series, including support for AMD Freesync Variable Refresh Rate, delivering the fastest motion with very little screen tearing.

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5. Better HDR Alternative: Sony X900F

   

   Sony X900F

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   Type : LED

   Sub-Type

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   What it is: Type of display technology used by the TV.

   When it matters: Different technologies have different performance and are suited to different uses

   Good value: IPS maintains good color accuracy at an angle, but has a poor contrast ratio from in front. VA has great picture quality in front, but loses saturation at an angle. OLED maintains good color accuracy at an angle without any of the other issues seen with IPS and VA, as they keep good brightness and contrast at an angle.

   : VA

   Resolution : 4k

   Sizes : 49" 55" 65" 75" 85"

   If you plan on mainly gaming on a recent 4k console such as the PS4 Pro or the Xbox One S/X and want to get the best HDR experience, the Sony X900F is the best mid-range alternative to the Vizio P Series 2018 for HDR Gaming. The X900F has slightly worse input lag than the P Series for non-4k gaming, but in HDR, it is a bit better and has the same excellent motion handling. It is also brighter and produces brighter small highlights in HDR.

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6. Best Budget TV for Gaming: TCL R617

   

   TCL R617

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   Usage Ratings - Version 1.2

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   Test Benches: test

   • 1.2: Winter 2018
   • 1.1: Summer 2017
   • 1.0: Winter 2015
   • 0.9: Winter 2014
   • 0.8: Winter 2013

   See changelog and how ratings work

   8.6

   Video Games

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   What it is Video games. The TV will be used to play video games, directly in front, in a controlled light environment. Usually fast games, like online FPS, where motion blur and input lag is important.

   Score components:

   • 33% Input Lag
   • 22% Response Time
   • 6% 1080p Input
   • 6% 4k Input
   • 4% Contrast
   • 4% Black Frame Insertion (BFI)
   • 3% Reflections
   • 3% Gray Uniformity
   • 3% Sound Quality
   • 3% Local Dimming
   • 2% Black Uniformity
   • 2% SDR Peak Brightness
   • 1% Flicker-Free
   • 1% Permanent Burn-In Risk
   • 1% Pre Calibration
   • 1% Stutter
   • 1% Variable Refresh Rate
   • 1% 4k @ 60Hz
   • <1% Temporary Image Retention
   • <1% Post Calibration
   • <1% 1440p @ 60Hz

   Score distribution:

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   Type : LED
   Sub-Type

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   What it is: Type of display technology used by the TV.

   When it matters: Different technologies have different performance and are suited to different uses

   Good value: IPS maintains good color accuracy at an angle, but has a poor contrast ratio from in front. VA has great picture quality in front, but loses saturation at an angle. OLED maintains good color accuracy at an angle without any of the other issues seen with IPS and VA, as they keep good brightness and contrast at an angle.

   : VA
   Resolution : 4k
   Sizes : 55" 65"

   If the Vizio P Series 2018 is too expensive, the best budget gaming TV is the TCL 6 Series 2018 R617. It is the successor to the extremely popular TCL P607. It has excellent low input lag and it produces very similar picture quality to the Vizio, but it is a bit brighter in both SDR and HDR.

   Unfortunately, fast moving objects have a bit more motion trail. The design of the R617 isn't as polished as the P Series, and the interface isn't as fancy, but most people will find the smart features of the TCL to be more advanced.

   Overall, the TCL R617 offers a great gaming experience at a low price, and it is a versatile choice the should please most people.

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7. Cheaper Alternative: TCL S405

   

   TCL S405

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   Type : LED

   Sub-Type

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   What it is: Type of display technology used by the TV.

   When it matters: Different technologies have different performance and are suited to different uses

   Good value: IPS maintains good color accuracy at an angle, but has a poor contrast ratio from in front. VA has great picture quality in front, but loses saturation at an angle. OLED maintains good color accuracy at an angle without any of the other issues seen with IPS and VA, as they keep good brightness and contrast at an angle.

   : VA

   Resolution : 4k

   Sizes : 43" 49" 55" 65"

   If the TCL R617 is still too expensive for you, the Series S405, also by TCL, is an even cheaper alternative if you can still find it; otherwise, check the very similar TCL S517. It lacks many of the more advanced features found on its more expensive siblings, but still provides a decent viewing experience. It has very similar motion handling to the R617 and has even better low input lag. 

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