Best OLED TV

Sony A90

From any source, the picture quality on this 83-inch is approximately as good as any 4K screen now available. Motion control, contrast, edge definition, detail levels, you name it – they're all there.

It's also terrific at upscaling for those times when you're forced to watch a video that's not in 4K.

When it comes to sound quality, the Sony A90J OLED is a few steps ahead. Using the entire screen as a speaker is still new and effective, and combining it with two traditional bass drivers means the A90J sounds richer, more direct, and better than any other option without an off-board sound system.

Sony KD-65A90J

This flagship TV's visual quality is every bit as outstanding as you'd expect.

When it comes to OLEDs, good black levels are a given, but the A90J's small brightness bump opens a lot of possibilities for a realistic display of high dynamic range content.

This is easily one of the best OLED HDR TVs. The upscaling and image processing is excellent, and this should be on the wish list of any serious OLED TV buyer.

On the plus side, Sony's decision to employ the Google TV platform is a significant upgrade over the previous Android TV system, which was prone to glitches at times.

For those who want to connect gaming consoles or PCs, the variable refresh rate of up to 120hz is a selling point. When you use a high frame rate, you lose Dolby Vision, which is unfortunate, but it's the end of the world for most people.

On the flip side, there aren't many smart TV apps available in the UK.

Sony Bravia XR A80J

If you want excellent picture quality, next-generation capabilities, and a large screen, the Sony Bravia XR A80J 77-inch is for you.

This 4K OLED is jam-packed with cutting-edge features, including HDR, a 120 Hz refresh rate, and ATSC 3.0 tuner, Google TV streaming, and Sony's own Bravia Core service, as well as Acoustic Surface Audio+.

The contrast is excellent, colours are vibrant and varied, viewing angles are great, and upscaling is nicely handled.

The sound is likewise good, and Google TV is a significant improvement over the earlier Android TV; nevertheless, the XR A80J requires a bit more tinkering to look its best.

The A80J isn't the cheapest, and other sets with better picture quality beat it outright, but as an all-around package, it's a wonderful pick.

LG OLED48CX

The OLED48CX is a 48-inch TV that for the first time offers flagship OLED picture quality with this screen size.

The picture quality is excellent. Bright, punchy whites and vibrant but natural colours blend with excellent blacks and near-perfect viewing angles.

LG's motion processing improved significantly in 2020, and its 1080p and standard-def upscaling are among the finest in the industry.

You also receive certified HDMI 2.1 plugs, which enable next-gen features like eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel), HFR (High Frame Rate), ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode), and all VRR formats currently available (Variable Refresh Rate).

Sony KD-48A9

LG has released the world's first 88-inch OLED television. It has a huge screen to allow you to watch all your favourite films and shows. OLED TV with small bezels and a low pedestal base. The speakers, processing hardware, and connectors are all housed in the enclosure fastened to the back.

It lacks some next-generation HDMI functions, such as 4K 120Hz (HFR), VRR (Variable Refresh Rate), and Auto Low Latency Mode. This is bad news for gamers who want to connect a PS5 or Xbox Series X to their TV.

LG A1 OLED 48-inch

The LG A1 OLED 48-inch is a new entry-level OLED that was released in 2021 and is ideal for those looking for a smaller TV.

It has approximately equal picture quality to more expensive OLEDs like the LG C1 OLED, but it's limited to a 60Hz refresh rate. It alos doesn't HDMI 2.1, and variable refresh rate technology (VRR).

In a dark setting, it looks stunning, with nearly perfect contrast and black uniformity. It comes with the same updated Magic Remote as the C1, and the smart interface, which runs the most recent version of webOS, is just as snappy.

Despite its excellent dark-room performance, it is unable to achieve high brightness, therefore HDR material does not shine out as effectively as it could.

Unfortunately, like with other OLED TVs, static content can cause irreversible burn-in, although we don't believe this to be an issue for most users.

Vizio H1

The new Vizio OLED TV, dubbed the H1, is a less expensive alternative to the higher-end screens that LG and Sony have been making in recent years.

The Vizio OLED includes most of the same major features as other OLEDs and offers largely similar performance for hundreds of dollars less for those who don't want to spend a fortune.

On the downside, OLEDs aren't as bright as their LED-LCD competitors in general, and Vizio's OLED is dimmer than most.

The TV's shortcomings are exacerbated by Vizio's SmartCast platform, which is missing a few critical apps. The HDMI issues prohibit the TV from displaying any visuals from a PS5 or showing off Xbox Series X games at anything faster than 60Hz.

The upscaling isn't great, and this set performs much better with 4K HDR sources than grainy HD.

LG BX Series

LG's entry-level B Series line is a terrific opportunity to enjoy the perfection of OLED at a fair price.

The new a7 Gen 3 CPU, which is a step down in performance from the a9 Gen 3 chip used in the LG CX and Gallery Series OLED devices, gives the BX a modest gain in processing over the preceding B9.

It does, however, have the same picture benefits as its predecessor, such as superb colour vibrancy, deep blacks, and contrast to make images truly jump.

However, the same image flaws remain motion stutter around rapidly moving objects, as well as persistent grain and banding in dark environments.

While the true blacks are stunning, thanks to OLED's ability to turn pixels out completely, the less defined shadows aren't as well realised.

With an outstanding webOS smart TV platform and a very appealing price for a budget OLED TV, the BX still delivers a beautiful and entertaining picture for the money.

Panasonic TX-55HZ980

To begin with, the HZ980 has a static stand rather than the swivel stand seen higher in the range, so you won't be able to modify your viewing position as readily.

Second, the Motion Drive Pro technology is a step down from the HZ1000, so expect some minor but noticeable differences in the way motion is handled.

It's certain to draw attention as a cheaper option to Panasonic's other OLED TVs. Consumers looking for an affordable OLED TV will no doubt want to know if the step down still provides a good experience.

LG OLED65C1

For several years, LG's C-series model has been the best-selling OLED in the company's line-up. It has always been the most cost-effective model, featuring the company's best panel and image processing technology.

LG has improved picture quality significantly with its new Cinematic Movement motion processing and increased de-contouring tool (which minimises banding).

The C1 is one of the best buys in terms of performance per pound. In fact, for film lovers, it's the best TV on the market right now.

LG OLED 65G1

The LG G1 is without a doubt the greatest OLED LG has ever manufactured. It improves the visual quality of last year's GX and CX in practically every way, especially in terms of brightness, sharpness, and detail.

As a result, it offers truly spectacular picture quality. It also comes with a slew of apps and next-generation HDMI capabilities, including 4K 120Hz on all four ports.

Philips 55OLED805

The Philips 55OLED805 is the finest performance-per-pound OLED you can get right now if you're willing to forego a few next-gen features.

It delivers considerably more accomplished audio than most competitors, adds fantastic Amberlite (which extends the onscreen action onto the wall around the TV in the form of coloured light) to the mix, and costs less than its LG, Sony, Panasonic, and Samsung counterparts.

The lack of next-gen HDMI capabilities like VRR and 4K 120HZ may be a turn off to gamers, but the 55OLED805 is a superb buy for everyone else.

Samsung QN951

The Samsung QN95A is the company's top-of-the-line 4K TV for 2021, and it shows.

Its backlight is a 'Neo QLED' Mini-LED panel, which provides incredibly brilliant HDR performance. However, small lights allow for more fine control of local dimming, so when sections need to go dark, they may go exceedingly dark.

This is the closest LED TVs have gotten to OLED's contrast management, and when you add in the cutting-edge processing and improved brightness, it's the most complete image quality package we've seen on a 4K TV yet.

It has four HDMI connectors, allowing it to handle ALLM, VRR, and 4K 120Hz. The Game Bar, a separate menu dedicated solely to gaming, is the most intriguing of all.

LG BX

It's inexpensive since the visual quality isn't as good.

For starters, it's a touch less bright - which isn't a problem if you set it somewhere where you have good light management – but it does mean it'll be a little harder to see and washed out in broad sunlight, for example. It also means that its HDR performance isn't as impressive.

The picture processing is also a little less sophisticated, but it's still very good overall. This is the whole package for gaming, with a latency that appears to be under 20ms.

LG C1

The LG C1 is ideal for gamers, as it has some new gameplay tricks up its sleeve.

You still get 4K 120Hz, VRR, and ALLM on all four HDMI ports, as well as a fantastic low input latency level, but you can now tailor the gaming mode to your preferences.

Set it to FPS and it'll make sure you get the fastest response time possible. If you set it to RPG. it'll apply additional image processing to make things seem nicer, but at the cost of a slight increase in response time.

As our LG C1 review reveals, this is still a wonderful TV. The image quality is outstanding, the smart platform is excellent, and the features are hard to surpass.

Sony XR-55A90

The Sony A90 is a stunning OLED TV. It pushes OLED picture quality to new heights while keeping the unmistakable authenticity for which Sony is known.

It also sounds far superior to any other television you might be considering. The new Google TV operating system ensures a better user experience than any Sony TV, and the exclusive Bravia Core streaming service is a true value-added feature.

Catch-up apps are now unavailable in the United Kingdom, but we don't expect this to last long. Hardcore gamers should hold off for now, as the set doesn't yet support VRR (an update has been promised but no timetable has been given), and we found the 4K@120Hz support to be a touch flaky.

If movies and TV shows are your top priority and you have a large budget, the Sony A90J is the best television we've tested. It's costly, but it's superior to the competitors.

Sony KD-55A8

The Sony A8 is a true OLED all-rounder, with a stunning, natural image and great acoustics. HDR content is bright, bold, and brilliant, and it appears to be extremely real.

The black tones are rich and full of detail. With Full HD and standard-definition video, it's even a superb upscale.

The sound quality is also excellent. This TV makes use of two actuators that vibrate the entire screen, effectively turning the entire display into a large, flat driver.

It's smart and does a fantastic job of combining audio and visuals.

The lack of next-gen capabilities like VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) and ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) on the HDMIs may be a problem for gamers, especially those looking to switch to a PS5 or Xbox Series X. However, for everyone else, the A8 is an outstanding all-rounder worth considering.

Philips 65OLED

The use of an integrated soundbar within a television is the pinnacle of TV sound convenience.

The Philips 65OLED935 is a sleek, powerful television with a speaker system designed and built by hi-fi specialist Bowers & Wilkins.

Although its appearance and pricing are more modest, its novel take on the 3.1.2ch Dolby Atmos soundbar design makes it a tempting option for individuals who prefer things to be simple to use and look at.