Best Smart TVs
Find the best smart TVs for streaming and gaming.
Insignia 50" F50 Series 4K LED Smart TV
- ✓4K UHD (2160p) with HDR10 support
- ✓Upscales standard content to 4K quality
- ✓Built-in smart TV apps for streaming
Insignia 50" F50 Series 4K LED Smart TV
- ✓4K UHD (2160p) with HDR10 support
- ✓Upscales standard content to 4K quality
- ✓Built-in smart TV apps for streaming
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus
- ✓4K streaming with improved performance
- ✓Stream Xbox games without console
- ✓Alexa voice search included
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus
- ✓4K streaming with improved performance
- ✓Stream Xbox games without console
- ✓Alexa voice search included
Amazon Fire TV Stick HD
- ✓1080p streaming on HD TVs with fast performance
- ✓Alexa voice remote for hands-free control
- ✓Access free and live TV plus apps
Amazon Fire TV Stick HD
- ✓1080p streaming on HD TVs with fast performance
- ✓Alexa voice remote for hands-free control
- ✓Access free and live TV plus apps
Roku Select 40-Inch 1080p Smart TV
- ✓Fast Wi-Fi with instant app launches
- ✓1080p resolution with clear picture quality
- ✓Access 500+ streaming channels built-in
Roku Select 40-Inch 1080p Smart TV
- ✓Fast Wi-Fi with instant app launches
- ✓1080p resolution with clear picture quality
- ✓Access 500+ streaming channels built-in
Amazon Ember 50" 4K Fire TV
- ✓4K Ultra HD with HDR10+ for vivid picture
- ✓Fire TV built-in for instant streaming access
- ✓Enhanced brightness and clear audio quality
Amazon Ember 50" 4K Fire TV
- ✓4K Ultra HD with HDR10+ for vivid picture
- ✓Fire TV built-in for instant streaming access
- ✓Enhanced brightness and clear audio quality
Roku Select 65" 4K Smart TV
- ✓4K resolution with sharp, detailed picture
- ✓Fast Wi-Fi streaming with instant app launch
- ✓Roku OS with seamless entertainment access
Roku Select 65" 4K Smart TV
- ✓4K resolution with sharp, detailed picture
- ✓Fast Wi-Fi streaming with instant app launch
- ✓Roku OS with seamless entertainment access
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
- ✓4K Ultra HD streaming with HDR10+ support
- ✓Access thousands of apps in one device
- ✓Voice search across multiple streaming services
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
- ✓4K Ultra HD streaming with HDR10+ support
- ✓Access thousands of apps in one device
- ✓Voice search across multiple streaming services
Samsung 55" Crystal UHD U8000F 4K TV
- ✓3D color mapping upscales content to 4K clarity
- ✓55-inch display with crystal UHD resolution
- ✓Smart TV with elegant design for any room
Samsung 55" Crystal UHD U8000F 4K TV
- ✓3D color mapping upscales content to 4K clarity
- ✓55-inch display with crystal UHD resolution
- ✓Smart TV with elegant design for any room
INSIGNIA 32" F20 Series HD Smart TV
- ✓720p HD resolution for movies and games
- ✓Alexa voice control with dedicated remote
- ✓Fire TV built-in for streaming apps
INSIGNIA 32" F20 Series HD Smart TV
- ✓720p HD resolution for movies and games
- ✓Alexa voice control with dedicated remote
- ✓Fire TV built-in for streaming apps
No Stud Drywall TV Mount 13-55"
- ✓Fits 13-55" TVs up to 99 lbs without studs
- ✓Compatible with Samsung, Sony, LG, Vizio, TCL
- ✓VESA standard mounting for secure installation
No Stud Drywall TV Mount 13-55"
- ✓Fits 13-55" TVs up to 99 lbs without studs
- ✓Compatible with Samsung, Sony, LG, Vizio, TCL
- ✓VESA standard mounting for secure installation
Buyer's Guide
Display Resolution and Size
For 2024, prioritize 4K resolution (3840×2160) for screens 43" and larger—1080p is only acceptable for budget sets under 40". Viewing distance matters: sit 1.5× the screen width away for 4K (a 55" TV works best 6.9 feet away). OLED delivers perfect blacks and infinite contrast but costs $1,000+ for 55", while LED/LCD models offer better brightness (500+ nits) for bright rooms at half the price.
Smart Platform and App Support
Fire TV, Roku, and Google TV dominate built-in platforms. All support Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and YouTube, but verify niche services (Peacock, Paramount+) before buying. Fire TV integrates Alexa voice control; Roku offers the simplest interface with 500,000+ streaming channels; Google TV excels at personalized recommendations. Updates matter—budget TVs may lose app support after 2-3 years.
Gaming Performance (HDMI 2.1 Features)
Serious gamers need HDMI 2.1 with 4K@120Hz support, variable refresh rate (VRR), and auto low-latency mode (ALLM). Input lag under 20ms is essential—budget TVs often exceed 40ms. Look for dedicated "Game Mode" that disables motion smoothing. Mid-range models ($500-800) now include these features, but verify specs since "4K 60Hz" TVs can't display PS5/Xbox Series X at full capability.
HDR and Picture Quality
HDR10 is standard; Dolby Vision (dynamic metadata) produces noticeably better highlights on quality content. Minimum 400 nits peak brightness for HDR—budget sets claiming HDR often hit only 250 nits and look washed out. Local dimming zones improve contrast: 50+ zones for 55" TVs is good, 200+ is excellent. Avoid edge-lit LED panels for dark room viewing—full-array backlighting costs $100-200 more but prevents blooming around bright objects.