Best TVs of 2025, Tested by CNET Experts
With all the TVs today, and all the technical terms and jargon related to TV technology, it’s hard to figure out what matters. Here is a quick guide to help cut noise.
Screen size: It’s even bigger in our books, especially when it comes to tracking football. We recommend that the bedroom TV be at least 43 inches in size, while the living room or main TV is at least 55 inches-preferably 65 inches or larger. More important than any “feature”, strengthening your TV screen size is the best use for your money. One of the most common TV post-holiday complaints we hear is from people who aren’t big enough. And we rarely hear people complain about their TVs being too big to see the action.
price: TV prices range from $100 to over $2,000. Smaller screens are cheaper, well-known brands are more expensive, and spending more money can also bring you better image quality to watch games. Most entry-level TVs are good enough for most people, but the TV lasts for a long time, so it may be worth spending more time getting better pictures. When the price is low, it is best to buy a Super Bowl TV in the fall.
ability: In entry-level TVs, the most important feature is the smart TV system used by the TV without cables. In the mid-range model, looking for a feature that includes full array local dimming, mini-leading, and a 120Hz refresh rate, which (unlike other additional features) really helps improve our experience. In high-end TVs, OLED technology is your best choice.
