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Buying Guide

Best Gaming TVs 2025

Top gaming TVs tested for input lag, HDMI 2.1 bandwidth, VRR compatibility, and 4K/120Hz performance with PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC.

Input Lag MeasuredHDMI 2.1 VerifiedConsole & PC Tested

Our picks

Quick Recommendations

Best fits at a glance
Best Overall4.6

Samsung QN90C

Street price: $1,299In stock
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Best OLED4.7

LG C4 OLED

Street price: $1,299In stock
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Budget Pick4.5

Hisense U8K

Street price: $699In stock
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Ranked List
BEST OVERALL#1 ranked pick

Samsung QN90C Neo QLED

Our verdict
Excellent
4.6

Elite gaming TV with 144Hz refresh rate, 4x HDMI 2.1 ports, ultra-low input lag, and blazing brightness that handles any lighting condition.

Refresh Rate144Hz
HDMI 2.14 ports
VRRFreeSync Premium Pro
Input Lag~5.8ms
Resolution4K UHD
Street price: $1,299
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BEST VALUE#2 ranked pick

LG C4 OLED

Our verdict
Excellent
4.7

The best OLED for gaming with 4 HDMI 2.1 ports, G-Sync compatible, near-instant pixel response, and gorgeous picture quality.

Refresh Rate120Hz
HDMI 2.14 ports
VRRG-Sync, FreeSync
Input Lag~1.3ms
Resolution4K UHD
Street price: $1,299
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BUDGET PICK#3 ranked pick

Hisense U8K

Our verdict
Great
4.5

Incredible budget gaming TV with 144Hz panel, Mini-LED backlighting, and solid VRR support that competes with TVs costing twice as much.

Refresh Rate144Hz
HDMI 2.12 ports
VRRAMD FreeSync
Input Lag~12ms
Resolution4K UHD
Street price: $699
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#4 ranked pick

Sony X90L

Our verdict
Great
4.4

Sony's gaming-focused LED TV with excellent motion handling, HDMI 2.1 ports, and PlayStation-optimized Auto HDR Tone Mapping.

Refresh Rate120Hz
HDMI 2.12 ports
VRRVRR, ALLM
Input Lag~8.5ms
Resolution4K UHD
Street price: $899
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Methodology

What Makes a Great Gaming TV?

Key Gaming Features

  • β€’ HDMI 2.1 for 4K/120Hz from consoles
  • β€’ Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) for smooth gameplay
  • β€’ Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) automatic switching
  • β€’ Input lag under 15ms in game mode
  • β€’ 120Hz panel minimum for fluid motion

Console-Specific Notes

  • β€’ PS5 supports 4K/120Hz on HDMI 2.1
  • β€’ Xbox Series X supports 4K/120Hz + 8K/30Hz
  • β€’ Both consoles support VRR natively
  • β€’ PC gaming benefits from G-Sync/FreeSync
  • β€’ OLED offers near-instant pixel response advantage

Jump To

  • #1Samsung QN90C Neo QLED
  • #2LG C4 OLED
  • #3Hisense U8K
  • #4Sony X90L

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