The best OLED TVs will provide a brilliant viewing experience that's just like being in the movie theatre. The sharp picture, vivid colors and epic sound combined will really level up your viewing experience.
OLED TVs have become incredibly popular in recent years, and with so many makes and models available, it can be hard to know which ones are truly going to give you the best viewing. So, we've curated this list of the best of the best, so you can be sure you're investing in an OLED TV that's worth your money.
If you don't find an OLED TV that fits your needs, then check out our guide to the best TVs overall, as we've got a whole range of great picks from 4K to 8K and beyond that are also exceptional TVs.
And if you don't even want to consider 4K (which is pretty much the standard these days), then you can transform your home theatre with something from our round-up of the best 8K TVs.
Check out our round-up of OLEDs below before anything else...
The best OLED TVs: ranked
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There's a pretty simple reason the LG G3 OLED sits atop our best OLED TVs list: there's no other traditional OLED panel that's brighter. That's thanks to the use of a Micro Lens Array panel that is a step up from the earlier G2 model and, well, any other OLED on the market that we've seen.
As said in our LG G3 review: "[with] the best possible source material it'll reward you with the best possible viewing experience. Traditional OLED picture quality doesn't get better or brighter than this – and cinephiles will see the obvious benefit."
That said, it's a wall-mount only product, so if you want to put it on a stand you'll need to adsorb the extra cost. Not to mention the initial outlay: this is an expensive television, which might make the earlier (and, oddly, better-sounding) LG G2 more appealing if your cash flow has a sensible ceiling. But for those who want the brightest and best, the G3 OLED is the ticket.
Samsung steered clear of the OLED market for the last 10 years or so, and now they've come back in with a bang. Indeed, the Samsung S95B is one of the best OLED TVs you can buy right now – and chances are the even brighter S95C model, which arrives later in 2023, will better it!
The Korean tech giant has described it as a QD-OLED, but what exactly does that mean? Well, it’s a blue OLED that uses Quantum Dot layers (explained here) to create the red and green sub-pixels, which ultimately prevents the blue OLED from decaying faster than the other colors.
Describing the TV in our Samsung S95B review, we said: "the blacks are awesome and the shadows richly detailed, while OLED’s pixel-perfection delivers super-bright and incredibly precise specular highlights. The motion handling is impressive, while a host of cutting-edge features ensures the S95B is a perfect choice for next-gen gamers."
To add to that, we were really impressed by the design which is slick and unobtrusive. Its slim build does mean you lose out a little on sound quality, but that's nothing one of the best soundbars for Samsung TVs can't fix.
In our LG OLED C2 review we said that this is "the best OLED TV for most people". It takes everything that was great about the earlier LG C1 and adds some very worthwhile improvements. The LG G2 is marginally better but a lot more expensive; this hits the sweet spot between size, quality and price. Our pick is the 65-inch model, but if you're looking for smaller sizes please be aware that the excellent and much brighter OLED panel in this model isn't in the 42-inch and 48-inch models.
And that panel is really rather special. It's the same as the previous model but it's much more efficient, enabling LG to pump up the brightness to deliver even better visuals. Even the newer LG C3 OLED doesn't add more brightness, which is why the C2 remains high in this list.
The C2 features a state-of-the-art image processor for class-leading upsampling, and the presence of multiple HDMI 2.1 ports means this is also one of the best gaming TVs you can buy as well as being impressively future-proof. Thanks to excellent variable refresh rate (VRR) support it's one of the best TVs for PS5 too.
Whether you're a gamer, a movie buff or a box set binger LG's latest OLED TVs raise the bar for picture quality and image processing. The C2 is absolutely gorgeous to watch and delivers a level of realism and immersion that's really rather special. The smaller versions are good, but the larger models are great.
Sony's QD-OLED entry, which takes on the Samsung S95 series head-on, might seem rather a lot lower down our best OLED list. So why's that? Well, it's not about picture quality, more about price – as Sony asks for rather a lot more cash by comparison.
Still, if you can afford it then it's more than worth it. As said in our Sony A95K review: "Sony’s take on QD-OLED technology offers a more controlled and ‘creator’s intent’ approach than Samsung's S95. Add in Sony’s much superior audio system, too, and the A95K is pretty much by default the best all-round 4K TV we’ve ever seen." That's no small praise.
It's not quite perfect, though, as there's some black level issues in bright light, not all HDMI ports are 2.1 type, we don't love the Google smart interface. There is a newer model, the Sony A90K, but that's only available in smaller 42- and 48-inch sizes if that's specifically what you're looking for (and there's no A90L model to replace this).
The LG G2 takes everything that was great about the LG G1, including its spectacular OLED panel, and makes it even better. The panel now delivers 30% higher luminance, and the new Alpha 9 Gen 5 processor delivers superb visuals and audio too, with particularly impressive upsampling even from SD video sources.
It delivers highly detailed, natural looking images with deep blacks, class-leading contrast and excellent viewing angles, and the only feature that's missing is support for HDR10+. But that's more than compensated for by the Precision Detail here, a Dolby Vision HDR feature that requires serious horsepower – horsepower that right now is only available in the G2.
As we said in our LG G2 review, "the G2 is the complete package": it looks incredible, it sounds great too and the latest webOS 22 smart TV platform is a joy to use. No surprise, then, that it also won the T3 Awards trophy for Best OLED TV 2022.
The LG G2 is also an excellent gaming TV thanks to its next-gen console support and very low lag: the on-screen action is incredibly smooth and detailed, and with four HDMI 2.1 inputs supporting 4K at 120Hz with VRR for Nvidia G-Sync and AMD Freesync as well as the HDMI version it covers all the gaming bases for now and for the long term too.
It could be argued that the one reason not to get an OLED TV is the modest brightness when compared to some other screen technologies. Sony's goal with the A90J is to deliver comparable brightness levels, but without the highest of cost (as found in its A95 series). The good news here is that it seems to have worked, and that's why the Sony A90J has swooped into our best-of list.
The picture quality on this flagship TV is every bit as good as you would hope. When it comes to OLEDs decent black levels are a given, but the slight boost to brightness on the A90J means there's amazing scope for realistic display of high dynamic range material. The headline facts here are that this is easily one of the best HDR TVs we've seen. The upscaling and image processing are first-rate and this has to be on any serious OLED TV wishlist.
Variable refresh rate at up to 120Hz is a selling point for those with games consoles or gaming PCs connected. You do lose Dolby Vision on high frame rate, which is a shame, but we suspect not the end of the world for a lot of people. The forthcoming best-of-best Sony A95L will offer DV at 4K120Hz, though, unlike the rest of its competition.
Check out our full Sony A90J review and start saving those pennies.
The Sony A8H is a direct competitor to the LG CX on price and manages to separate itself nicely as an alternative that should especially excite hardcore movie fans.
The natural yet powerful images are a dream for cinematic movies and TV shows – the TV is capable of handling subtle tone changes and contrast with skill matching the absolute best of the best, which means you're seeing things closer to what the directors really intended to capture, especially with HDR.
That's paired with Sony's processing, which is unmatched when it comes to making motion look clear and smooth without changing how movies are 'meant' to look, but also boosting things like sports considerably. It's also an awesome upscaler, not only of HD to 4K but also of SDR video to HDR – it gives things a convincingly wider color range and depth, but doesn't feel artificial in any way.
The only image nit we can pick is actually about nits (which is a measure of brightness, the TV isn't infested, don't worry). It's less bright than the LG CX (or B9 below, for that matter) at its peak. This doesn't affect the quality of the HDR – we still think it's the best for that – but a lower brightness (and a somewhat reflective panel) means that if you have it in a bright room (particularly one that's sunlit), it will be harder to view.
It's not only the picture that's great: it even manages really good sound, thanks to Sony's genius technology that turns the front panel itself into a speaker. This gives it the clarity and drive that most thin TVs (and especially LG's CX and C9) lack – you won’t feel the need to add a soundbar immediately.
Smart TV functions are handled by Android TV, which is good for app support, though not very slick. And gamers should think about looking elsewhere: it doesn't support the 4K/120fps or variable refresh rate features of the PS5 and Xbox Series X, sadly.
Read our full Sony A8/A8H review
This TV from LG's 2020 range is its more premium model, known as the 'Gallery' model. It's just 0.8 inches thick, and is designed for wall mounting – and looking fantastic while doing it, especially with its thin bezels around the display. It actually doesn't even come with a standard stand (though you can pay extra for one).
The screen and processing are actually the same as on the LG CX TV, which is cheaper, with a less fancy design and weaker speakers, but identical in terms of other features as well as image quality.
The processing is where the main improvements are with the new range. LG's newest AI-based system is seriously impressive, adding sharpness and detail to videos without looking unnatural in any way – the realism is astounding.
The authenticity of the images is absolutely best-in-class, and the way it handles HDR images is just amazing – everything looks utterly real.
It's also packed with future-proofed gaming features ready for PS5 and Xbox Series X. The GX comes in 55-inch, 65-inch and 77-inch models.
The only reason this isn't higher in the list is that, for most people, it's pricier than is really necessary to get a similar level of image quality.
Read our full LG GX review
The 55-inch LG BX is living proof that you can buy an excellent OLED TV without having to sell a kidney. No OLED TV is cheap, but this is one of the lowest-priced, yet doesn't skimp on quality.
It uses a slightly less advanced processor than the LG CX, but still does a remarkably good job of upscaling everything to glorious 4K while still squeezing enough out of the picture quality to deliver some very credible dark details to go with those typical OLED inky blacks.
The colors are just as gorgeous as you’ll find on the more expensive LG OLEDs – they’re rich and saturated but still natural and realistic – and, while there’s a notch or two more picture quality to be had with those upper models (the CX is a little brighter, and a little more poised for detail in really dark areas), the BX has it nailed for bang-for-buck value.
That includes next-gen gaming features, including support for 4K at 120Hz, and Variable Refresh Rates. This makes it an excellent option for PS5 and Xbox Series X if you want a fairly big screen for a middle-of-the-road price.
Like most of the TVs on this list, the sound is a bit weedy compared to the picture. You’d be best advised to buy one of the best soundbars to go with this set, but the same is true of all top TVs apart from those more expensive models which already have soundbars built-in.
The BX is, of course, HDR-enabled with support for Dolby Vision as well as HDR10 and HLG – though not HDR10+, the competitor to Dolby Atmos. It’s also worth noting that LG’s webOS user interface is one of the best you’ll find on any OLED TV at present. It’s a little overcomplicated, but very much feature-complete and fitted with most of the video and music apps you’ll need, including Apple TV+, Prime Video, Netflix, Hulu and more – though no HBO Max currently.
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What to look for when buying an OLED TV
LG is the only company that makes OLED panels for TVs, and there’s very little difference in the OLED displays it makes and sells to all the other TV manufacturers year after year. In fact, one of the criticisms of OLED is that it appears to have reached a peak of innovation and that the technology is struggling to develop any further.
For the time being, though, that doesn’t really matter because, while the panel tech is the same, each manufacturer improves the processors that tells it what to do, and adds other flourishes on top. Each year when the nay-sayers claim that OLED is finished, somehow the likes of LG, Sony and now Vizio manage to squeeze out even more performance.
As such, it’s the new processing and audio technologies that are the features to look out for, while you can assume there’ll be small improvements to dark details, at least for now.
OLED TVs with integrated soundbars offer an experience that doesn’t require any additional boxes for audio. Their sound is miles ahead of sets that have speaker arrays stuck around the back of the TV.
Upscaling and contrast enhancements are also well worth noting, particularly since a lot of streaming content will be HD and at a bitrate where the image quality won't be as strong as from a Blu-ray, say – and, if you can get an OLED with good motion processing tech too, then that can be a big bonus at the 65-inch size.
HDR support is worth thinking about, and while it's preferable for a set to support both Dolby Vision and HDR10+ (the two forms of higher-end HDR), there’s no need to reject one just because it doesn't include both.
OLED TVs usually come in a narrower range of sizes and budgets than most TVs – until last year, you were generally looking at best 55-inch TVs and best 65-inch TVs, with 77-inch models available for a steep price. But 48, 49 and 50-inch TVs arrived in 2020, and 83-inch models arrived in 2021 (with 77-inch models dropping in price, mercifully), so there's a much better range of sizes these days.
At the same time, the cost is creeping down as well – you don't see many OLED TVs in our list of the best TVs under $1000, but there was one regularly available for under $999.
That's not to say you can't get a quality screen at an affordable price though and if that's what you're in the market for. Take a peek at our live prices below to see today's lowest deals and you could have cinema quality contrast and precision flooding your living room.
What is the best OLED TV in 2023?
The best OLED TV overall is the LG CX, available in 48-inch, 55-inch, 65-inch and 77-inch versions. The CX is packed with forward-thinking technology that will keep it relevant for years, and has LG's best display and processing tech, despite being its second-cheapest model.
Sony’s XBR-65A8H is right up there with the LG CX, and is arguably better if what you want is the best screen to watch movies on. It has impressive motion smoothing and upscaling to make whatever you throw its way look its best, and has better built-in speakers – but it's also more expensive.
If you want an OLED but have a limited budget, Vizio’s new OLED is intriguing — it delivers all the best of OLED technology but at really low prices.
Discover more about the technology behind these TVs in our OLED Explained guide. For all the latest deals, see our best 4K TV deals.
Which brand of OLED TV is the best?
While this may seem like a loaded question to some – as for many this comes down to personal preference or brand loyalty – it's easy to rank brands in terms of value and features. Whiles some of the bigger brands like Samsung and Sony offer a pretty incredible viewing experience, sometimes what their displays offer just don't quite match up to their price point.
That said, if you're willing to pony up the cash for something a bit on the premium side anything from LG, Samsung, Sony and the like are top choices for best OLED TVs. They offer the latest technology in terms of color accuracy, picture clarity and performance. For those who just need a solid OLED TV without the premium price tags, Hisense offers some excellent options alongside slightly better quality brands like VIZIO.
Are OLED TVs worth it?
OLED is an 'emissive' technology, meaning that the pixels emit their own light – this is different than LCD/LED screens, which are 'transmissive', meaning that they require a backlight shining through the pixels at all times to actually create the light you see. For that reason, it’s very hard to get really deep blacks on an LCD TV – because there’s always light behind it.
What's the difference between OLED and QLED? We explain in our OLED vs QLED feature.
For OLEDs, getting really deep blacks is not a problem. They allow for truly inky dark blacks and a whole palette of rich and unspoiled colors on top. What’s more, without that extra layer of backlighting behind the pixels, OLED panels are incredibly thin so you can mount them closer to the wall than most TVs, or just marvel at their wafer-like beauty on a stand.
OLED TV pixels are also able to respond incredibly quickly to changes, so they can be great for things with fast action, such as sports or video games – our pick for the best gaming TV is an OLED set, and some of the sets here support all the fancy new features offered by the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X.
