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I've been reviewing TVs for 10 years and these are the best of 2025

I have been writing about TVs and home theater tech for the better part of a decade, so I put together a list of the best TVs ZDNET has tested from brands like LG, Samsung, and TCL.

For anyone who has cut the cord with their cable or satellite provider, almost all new TVs on the market come with a variety of smart features as standard like a suite of popular, preloaded apps like Netflix, Disney+, and Prime Video, integrated voice controls, and automatic picture modes for streaming and console gaming. Speaking of console gaming, many new TVs also support VRR technology like Nvidia G-Sync and AMD FreeSync, as well as refresh rates of 120Hz or higher for smoother action during fast-paced gameplay and cutscenes. Show more Big brands like LG, Samsung, and Sony have all released or announced yearly refreshes to their TV lineups with improved OLED, QLED, and Mini LED panels for better color accuracy, brightness, and contrast.

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