The Best 65-Inch TVs of 2023

• Screen sizes: 42”, 48”, 55”, 65”, 77”, 83”
• HDR support: Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG
• Smart platform: LG webOS 23

With its incredible picture quality and extensive selection of A/V- and gaming-related features, the LG C3 OLED is one of the best all-around TVs you can buy. It’s a better-performing TV over our Best Overall pick, the LG C2, but its premium price keeps it from the top spot while the C2 can be found at deep discounts. Still, if you want the newest and best version of LG’s C Series OLED, go with the C3.

Like its predecessor, the C3 pairs picture-perfect black levels with punchy highlights and rich, voluminous color. It’s brighter than the C2, but only by a hair, due to new picture processing enhancements that manage light output.

The C3 is at its best when displaying HDR content, covering an impressive 99% of the HDR color gamut (DCI-P3) and doling out highlights as bright as 800 nits. Picture purists will appreciate the TV’s out-of-the-box accuracy and Dolby Vision support, and everyone in the room will appreciate the C3’s remarkably wide viewing angles (a hallmark of OLED displays).

Few TVs offer as many gaming-related features as the LG C3 including ultra-low input lag, four HDMI 2.1 inputs that support 4K/120Hz gaming, Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), and Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM). The C3 also supports AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and Nvidia G-Sync compatibility. LG’s Game Optimizer is back, too, which gives gamers an easy-to-access menu for adjusting the TV’s picture and toggling its gaming-related enhancements on the fly.

See our full LG C3 review.

• Screen sizes: 55”, 65”, 77”
• HDR support: HDR10+, HDR10, HLG
• Smart platform: Samsung Tizen OS

The second generation of Samsung’s quantum dot-enhanced OLED display technology is even more stunning than the first. With class-leading brightness, incredibly vibrant color, and a bevy of gaming features, the Samsung S95C picks up right where its predecessor (the S95B) left off. An S95B on sale is still the better financial option, unless you’re after a 77-inch model or want the flexibility of Samsung’s One Connect box which puts all connections in a conveniently detached box, both only offered with the S95C.

The S95C is the brightest OLED we’ve tested to date, with HDR specular highlights reaching as high as 1,400 nits. Colors on the S95C look spectacular no matter what you happen to be watching, but HDR movies, shows, and video games look especially vibrant. The S95C covers 99% of the HDR color gamut, and the sheer luminosity of its quantum dot-enhanced palette truly makes a difference.

The S95C is a gaming powerhouse and its low input lag and 144Hz native refresh rate are just the tip of the iceberg. All four of its HDMI 2.1 inputs support 4K/120Hz gaming, along with Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), and AMD FreeSync Premium. Like last year’s model, the S95C also offers Samsung Gaming Hub (a cloud gaming platform) and Game Bar, a settings menu that puts the TV’s various gaming enhancements right at your fingertips.

As is the case with all Samsung TVs, you won’t be getting Dolby Vision support with the S95C. Instead, the TV offers HDR10+ support in its place, an HDR format that harnesses frame-by-frame metadata similarly. In addition, while the S95C’s software has seen subtle improvements year over year, we find the user interface to be somewhat confusing and certain processes to be slow, which might disappoint those looking for a simple, easy smart platform experience.

See our full Samsung S95C review.

• Screen sizes: 55”, 65”, 77”, 83”
• HDR support: Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG
• Smart platform: LG webOS 22

While the price and form factor hold it back, the LG G2 is technically LG’s top-performing OLED right now. It offers a similar set of features and slightly better picture quality than the C2. If you’re willing to pay for incredible picture and don’t mind the eccentricities, the G2 is fantastic.

The G2 combines the perfect black levels of OLED TVs with one of the brightest pictures we’ve ever seen on an LG OLED. Its vastly-improved highlights and world-class contrast are one of its big draws over the C1. It’s one of the best TVs you can buy to showcase HDR10 and Dolby Vision content. It also features rich, voluminous color, covering about 99% of the extra-wide HDR color gamut (DCI-P3).

You’re also more than covered for gaming with the G2. All four HDMI 2.1 ports support Auto Low Latency, Variable Refresh Rate, and 4K gaming at 120Hz. It also features LG’s Game Optimizer, a dedicated settings menu for tweaking the picture, toggling gaming enhancements, and monitoring frame rate.

Anyone considering splashing out on the G2, however, should be aware of its design. This “Gallery” OLED is intended to hang on the wall like a portrait. You can purchase an optional stand. However, the stand wobbles concerningly and also holds the G2 in a frustrating, leaned-back position.

The G2 offers exceptional picture and strong features. However, if you don’t plan to wall-mount it, we recommend saving a little money and opting for the LG C2.

See our full LG G2 review.

• Screen sizes: 55”, 65”
• HDR: HDR10+, HDR10, HLG
• Smart platform: Samsung Tizen OS

Quantum dots are typically used to enhance LED TV color and brightness to rival those of OLED. But the Samsung S95B adds quantum dots to an OLED display for an incredible picture. This tech is called QD-OLED technology, and this TV showcases it brilliantly.

For years, OLED TVs have faced criticism for their lack of brightness compared to LED TVs, especially ones with quantum dots. The S95B may not get as bright as a TV like the Samsung QN90B, but it’s still the brightest OLED we’ve tested to date.

Coupled with OLED’s perfect black levels, the S95B’s added brightness has an incredibly powerful impact on HDR content, be it a movie, a video game, or otherwise. Specular highlights pop off the screen, adding an astonishing level of depth. But the quantum dots are perhaps most notable in the S95B’s color reproduction. In particular, reds and greens look stunning on this TV.

It's built for modern gaming, too. All four of the S95B’s HDMI ports support 4K gaming at 120Hz, Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), and Variable Refresh Rate (VRR). Samsung also included Game Bar, a dedicated menu for game optimization settings.

There are downsides. We wish Samsung TVs like the S95B supported Dolby Vision. Samsung’s Tizen-based smart platform isn’t our favorite, either—it’s laggy and difficult to navigate. We recommend pairing the S95B with an external streaming device.

Finally, the out-of-the-box picture settings aren’t particularly close to reference standards. Picture purists may need to shell out for a professional calibrator. Alternatively, they might simply check out the LG C2. That OLED TV’s out-of-the-box picture is more in line with reference standards.

All in all, the S95B is uniquely suited for bright room viewing for an OLED. There are concerns around pricing, Dolby Vision, and its smart platform. However, the amazing picture quality and strong brightness make the Samsung S95B a total game-changer.

See our full Samsung S95B review.

• Screen sizes: 55”, 65”, and 77” (QD-OLED), 83” (WOLED)
• HDR support: HDR10+, HDR10, HLG
• Smart platform: Samsung Tizen OS

The Samsung S90C is Samsung’s most affordable OLED TV. While it’s not quite as impressive as the step-up S95C, it shares many of the same benefits and features. As such, it’s a great way to save some money on a high-end Samsung TV.

Every model in the S90C series other than the 83-inch uses a QD-OLED display. The 83-inch version uses a WOLED display and will likely perform differently. Our recommendation, therefore, covers the 55-, 65-, and 77-inch models.

The inclusion of quantum dots helps to explain why the S90C is brighter and slightly more colorful than many OLED TVs in its price range (like the LG C3 and the Sony A80K). When paired with the perfect black levels OLED TVs are known for, the S90C’s added brightness makes for a fantastically cinematic experience, particularly in HDR. Small, concentrated areas of brightness really pop.

Picture purists will appreciate the S90C’s razor-sharp Filmmaker mode, which produces an incredibly accurate picture right out of the box. Gamers, on the other hand, will love the S90C’s full-hearted support for current-generation consoles, as the S90C supports 4K gaming at up to 144Hz across all four of its HDMI 2.1 inputs. It also supports ALLM, VRR, AMD FreeSync Premium, and Samsung’s Gaming Hub streaming software suite.

There are a couple of downsides to report, unfortunately. Being a Samsung TV, the S90C does not support Dolby Vision, opting instead for the open-source alternative, HDR10+. A/V enthusiasts might miss having the option to watch Dolby Vision-enhanced content in its native format. In addition, the S90C’s software (especially its built-in smart platform) often feels like it gets in its own way.

It’s also worth noting just how much pricier the 65-inch model is when compared to the 55-inch version. The 55-inch S90C is the most competitively priced model, and there’s a significant price jump when moving up to the 65-inch version—more so than with most TVs in its class.

Nevertheless, if you’re interested in landing a Samsung-branded OLED TV, the S90C is the most affordable route.

See our full Samsung S90C review.

• Screen sizes: 55", 65", 77"
• HDR support: Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG
• Smart platform: Google TV

The A80K is the most affordable Sony OLED TV of the year and is currently seeing some deep discounts, making it a terrific option for 65-inch OLED bargain hunters who appreciate the look and feel of a Sony-branded TV.

Like all OLED displays, the A80K sports perfect black levels and incredible contrast, especially when viewed in a dark room. It also boasts the ultra-wide viewing angles of an OLED, maintaining excellent contrast and color saturation wherever you’re sitting in the room. Its color gamut coverage is remarkable, covering 99% of the HDR color gamut (DCI-P3) with impressive accuracy when using the “Custom” picture mode.

Unfortunately, A80K loses some luster when you compare it to other OLED TVs in its price bracket. It isn’t as bright as the competition, topping out at around 700 nits of brightness when displaying small, concentrated highlights. Meanwhile, the LG C2 bumps right up against 800 nits and the Samsung S95B eclipses 1,000 nits. OLED TVs already struggle in bright rooms, and the A80K struggles more than most in its price range.

The A80K is also not quite as gaming-friendly as competitively-priced OLED TVs. It features HDMI 2.1 and all of its benefits (ALLM, VRR, and 4K gaming at 120Hz), but only on two of its four inputs—one of which is also the dedicated eARC port. Meanwhile, the C2 and the S95B have those features on all four inputs.

Nevertheless, the A80K sports a sensational picture, a fast, user-friendly smart platform powered by Google TV, and an elegant design. Sony’s superb picture processing ties the whole recipe together. As long as you’re not planting the A80K in a bright room (and you don’t mind missing out on some of the benefits of its competitors), it’ll serve you well.

See our full Sony A80K review.

• Screen sizes: 65”, 75”, 85”, 98”
• HDR support: Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG
• Smart platform: Google TV

The TCL QM8 is one of the best TVs TCL has ever made. It combines mini-LEDs and quantum dots for a bright, colorful picture, a better-than-average selection of gaming features, and a reliable smart platform, all for a price that comes in lower than most 65-inch TVs with similar spec sheets.

The QM8 is one of the brightest TVs of the year, and it doesn’t matter what you’re watching. SDR content (cable TV, over-the-air broadcasts, and most streaming content) is bright enough to hold up in even the most sun-drenched rooms, and HDR content (UHD Blu-rays and Dolby Vision streaming titles, for example) looks superb. Specular highlights climb as high as 2,000 nits, and the QM8’s impressive local dimming algorithm ensures that the TV’s high-octane mini-LEDs aren’t bleeding into surrounding darkness. In fact, the QM8’s ability to limit light bloom (while still providing fiercely bright highlights) is its best quality.

Almost as good as the QM8’s contrast is its color production. Its quantum dot-enhanced display covers about 96% of the HDR color gamut, and while it’s not quite as accurate out of the box as other TVs in its price range, its most accurate picture mode still looks great.

At first blush, gaming enthusiasts might balk at the fact that only two of the QM8’s HDMI inputs support 4K gaming at up to 144Hz, but there’s good news: The TV’s dedicated eARC port is separate from its pair of gaming-enhanced inputs, so owners of multiple current-generation consoles don’t have to play favorites with their ports.

Like most mini-LED TVs, off-axis viewing is a good way to spoil the fun; the QM8’s contrast is at its worst when viewed from off to the side. Its design isn’t as fetching as other TVs in its class, either. That said, if you’re looking for a jaw-droppingly bright 65-inch TV with a friendlier price than most, the QM8 might be the ticket.

See our full TCL QM8 review.

• Screen sizes: 55", 65", 75", 85"
• HDR support: Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG
• Smart platform: Roku TV

The TCL 6-Series is a bright mini-LED TV with our favorite smart platform and some great gaming features. When you factor in its price, it’s an especially strong contender.

As a Roku TV, the 6-Series features our favorite smart platform right out of the box. We love that Roku is easy enough for newcomers, while having a wide breadth of offerings for streaming enthusiasts.

Its picture quality is quite good, regardless of ambient light. Bright highlights (as high as 1,300 nits during HDR content) are accentuated by deep black levels. Meanwhile, quantum dots boost color saturation across all content types. The 6-Series covers 92% of the wide HDR color gamut.

The 6-Series is also a terrific option for gamers. Two of its HDMI 2.1 ports support 4K gaming at 144Hz with variable refresh rate enabled. Crucially, this TV's dedicated eARC port is separate from its gaming-optimized ports, so you can hook up two gaming consoles and a dedicated soundbar all at once. It also supports Auto Low Latency Mode and FreeSync Premium Pro.

Unfortunately, the 6-Series is scarce on picture and audio customization within the TVs menus. There are some basic picture presets. You can also make basic adjustments to the backlight and color temperature, but that’s about it. The design of the TV is also pretty basic.

The 6-Series is a superb budget option, especially if you don’t care about fine-tuning your picture.

See our full TCL 6-Series review.

• Screen sizes: 55", 65", 75", 85”
• HDR support: Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG
• Smart platform: Google TV

If you’re looking for a touch of high-end performance without the high-end price tag, consider the 65-inch X90K. For a reasonable price, it delivers a bright, colorful picture, a user-friendly smart platform, and a handful of useful gaming features. It's one of the best 65-inch TVs for shoppers who'd rather not pay a top-shelf price.

With an average picture brightness of around 600 to 700 nits in both SDR and HDR, the X90K is a great choice for those who watch cable TV or stream their favorite shows during the day. Small highlights (like the sunlight reflecting off a car's rear view window) get even brighter, and with both HDR10 and Dolby Vision support in tow, the X90K is one of the best ways to showcase HDR content at this price point. Thanks to Sony's Triluminos quantum dot technology it covers about 92% of the HDR color gamut (DCI-P3). With Sony’s much-lauded picture processing conducting the proceedings behind the scenes, everything from upscaled content to native 4K content looks clean and accurately expressed.

Unfortunately, you’ll probably notice some light bloom whenever bright picture elements are overlaid on a dark background. The light bloom is especially prominent when viewing the X90K from an off-axis position. This is because the X90K isn’t equipped with very many dimming zones—something you don’t have to worry about as much if you invest in a higher-end mini-LED TV. Its gaming support is also more limited as only two of the X90K’s four HDMI inputs support 4K gaming at 120Hz, with ALLM and VRR. Non-gamers won't be affected by this limitation, though.

The X90K is a sensible compromise for folks who want a handful of cutting-edge features and a great 65-inch picture, but who don’t feel comfortable jumping up to the high-end, heavy-hitting options that often cost twice as much.

See our full Sony X90K review.

• Screen sizes: 55", 65", 75", 85”
• HDR support: Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG
• Smart platform: Google TV

The Hisense U6K is one of the most affordable mini-LED TVs on the market, making it a great choice for those shopping for a budget-friendly 65-inch TV. Its picture quality is better than most TVs in its price range, and although it's not packed to the brim with features, its flexible smart platform and handful of gaming features should be enough to satisfy most bargain-hunters.

The U6K owes most of its success to its mini-LED display. This hardware is typically reserved for pricier TVs, but the U6K features a scaled down version of the technology with fewer dimming zones, which keeps it firmly locked into a budget-friendly price bracket. With mini-LEDs in tow, the U6K offers tighter dimming zone control than entry-level and mid-range TVs that rely on traditional LEDs.

It’s bright enough for casual daytime viewing and looks good in the dark, too. With quantum dots in play, the U6K is also quite colorful for a mid-range TV; it covers an impressive 96% of the HDR color gamut (DCI-P3). It’s not as gaming-friendly as pricier TVs from Hisense and competitive brands, but Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) and Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) are included.

There are a few drawbacks to the U6K’s otherwise excellent approach: Its design isn’t as sturdy or sleek as we’d like, and there are some picture processing issues that spoil some of the fun. Like many Hisense TVs, the U6K often exhibits a subtle, red-tinted ghosting effect on objects in motion, particularly during dimly lit scenes in warm lighting. It also struggles to upscale sub-4K content as cleanly as other mid-range TVs.

Still, if you’re looking for an affordable 65-inch TV that delivers better performance than most in its class, the U6K is a great pick.

See our full Hisense U6K review.