What Is a Good 65 Inch Tv

Now more affordable than ever, 65-inch TVs are an increasingly popular choice for most households. You can get an exceptional 65-inch TV -- with smart features and other desirable attributes -- for less than $1,000, and sale prices for budget models routinely dip below $500. I prefer using 65-inch screens when I make side-by-side comparisons of TVs here at CNET, because nearly every mainstream TV-maker offers this size. They're not so big that theytake over most living rooms, but they're large enough to showcaseHDR-quality video and4K resolution while you watch your favorite movies and TV shows.

The list below represents the best 65-inch TV options I've reviewed in CNET's test lab (for 2021, that's my basement), where I test them side by side to see which ones are the most worthy of buying. I considered factors like smart TV features, refresh rate, gaming features, contrast ratio, peak brightness, whether it has an HDMI port (preferably several) and more. Below are my latest recommendations, with the following notes to keep in mind.

• Looking for another screen size? Check out43-inch TVs, 55-inch TVs and75-inch TVs.
• Although most of these TVs are 2021 models, a few came out in 2020. For the 2020 TVs on this list I've included a "2021 outlook" section with everything I know about the new models, but in general the 2020 TVs are similar (andoften a better bargain) compared to 2021 models.
• This list is updated periodically.

Read more: What size of TV do I need?

Best 65-inch TV, money no object: LG OLED65G1P

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What's that you say? You just want the best TV and can afford whatever you want? Here you go. In my tests the LG OLED TV and the cheaper C1 below were the best TVs I've ever reviewed, with unbeatable contrast, perfect wide viewing angle and excellent uniformity. The main advantage of the G1 is slimmer, more wall-friendly design compared to the C1, so if you value that style and can afford it, this is the TV to get.

Read our LG OLEDG1 series review.

Best budget 65-inch TV: TCL 65S435

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Roku is our favorite platform for streaming apps like Netflix, Hulu and Amazon Prime Video, and it's even better baked into this 4K TV. Picture quality on this TCL 65-inch television set can't beat any of the models above -- its 4K resolution and HDR compatibility don't do anything to help the picture -- but it's perfectly fine for most people, especially at this price.

Read our TCL 4-series Roku TV (2021) review.

Best 65-inch TV for maximum brightness: Hisense 65U8G

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Most of the TVs on this list are bright enough for just about any room, but maybe you want a screen that's as bright as possible. The U8G outshines others in its price range and was basically as bright as the significantly more-expensive Samsung QN90A. Its image quality falls a bit short in other areas, and its selection of sizes is limited, but if raw brightness is what you crave, the U8G delivers.

Read our Hisense U8G series review.

Best design, features in a midpriced 65-inch TV: Samsung QN65Q60A

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Samsung is the TV brand that sells more TVs than anyone and one of its most popular is the Q60A series. Its sleek design stands out compared to the other TVs on this list -- although the ultrathin OLED models are even sleeker -- it offers better features and image quality than budget models like the TCL 4-Series, and it comes in a vast array of sizes. The TVs above are all superior values, but if you want a Samsung TV and can't afford the QN90A, this is a great choice.

Read our Samsung Q60A series (2021) review.

Other stuff to know about buying a new 65-inch TV

I'm pretty sure you'd be happy with any one of the TV screens above, but a new set can be a big investment, so maybe you're looking for a bit more information. Here's a quick-and-dirty list.

• In my opinion, bigger is better. Big TVs are cheaper than ever, and your money is best spent on a larger screen size rather than a slight upgrade in image quality.
• If you don't like the built-in smart TV system with smart features, you can always add a media streamer. They're cheap and easy to use, and receive updates more frequently than most top rated smart TVs. See the best media streamers here.
• Most TVs sound terrible, so it's worthwhile to pair your new set with a sound bar or other speaker system. Good ones start at around $100. See the best soundbars here.

Looking for even more info? Here's everything to know (and more) about buying a new TV and getting the best viewing experience.

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What Is a Good 65 Inch Tv

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