Top-Shelf 4K Televisions of 2025: A Ranking of Excellence
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Cracking the Code on TV Selection: Our 2025 Top PicksBy Sylvain Pichot & Karyl Ait-Kaci-Ali - Published on our site
Are you overwhelmed by the myriad of TV models, sizes, and technical nitty-gritty? Worry not! We've got you covered. Sit back and join us as we reveal the crème de la crème of 2025's TV lineup based on lab tests from our very own our site.
Table of Contents
- Top 3 Best TVs of 2025
- Clinching the Deal: Our TV Testing Protocol
- Why Trust Our Expertise
- The Complete Selection of the Best TVs 2025
- Choosing a High-End TV: Crucial Points
Top 3 Best TVs of 2025
- Samsung S95D 55 inches: The Ultimate Stunner Across All Criteria
- LG OLED C4 48 inches: The Showstopper Under $1000
- TCL C89B 55 inches: The Hottest Value with Sensational Quality/Price Ratio
Clinching the Deal: Our TV Testing Protocol
Each TV we test undergoes a grueling, comprehensive, and intensive testing regime. We scrutinize the panel type, evaluate rendering quality, and supplement our observations with data from industry-standard tools like colorimeters. Quality, clarity, and consistency are the cornerstones of our testing approach.
Why Trust Our Expertise
Sylvain Pichot, our TV testing expert, has been a specialist journalist in new technologies for over 15 years. He was the chief editor of Screen Flat Magazine and now runs the independent our site. Sylvain's unparalleled commitment to high-quality tests and making technology accessible make him a trusted authority in the field.
The Complete Selection of the Best TVs 2025
Samsung S95D 55 inches: The Ultimate Stunner Across All Criteria
The Samsung S95D is an OLED masterpiece, boasting top-notch performance and a plethora of cutting-edge features. Its sleek design, combined with Samsung's external box, makes it a must-have for cinephiles and gamers alike.
The OLED technology of this model delivers jaw-dropping blacks, infinite contrast, and stunning colors for a remarkable visual experience. The QD-OLED structure, fortified with quantum dots, further enhances color accuracy and immersion. Its unparalleled anti-reflective filter ensures optimal viewing conditions even in broad daylight. It also boasts the highest OLED brightness the testers have ever seen.
The Television Information Systems (Tizen) system coordinates numerous applications, making it a versatile device. It's also the only OS that supports bypassing your operator's TV box – a significant advantage for many ISPs that have Tizen apps. Samsung is the only brand, apart from LG, offering access to Apple TV+.
The television's sound capabilities are of high quality, though not as immersive as some competitors. However, pairing it with a soundbar will bring your auditory experience to new heights.
Read the full test of the Samsung S95D
LG OLED C4 48 inches: The Showstopper Under $1000
The LG 65C4 succeeds the C3 with notable improvements. Although it's not the most high-end LG model (surpassed by the G series), the LG 65C4 remains a stellar choice for demanding viewers. Its OLED Ultra HD panel offers increased brightness and a 144Hz refresh rate, perfect for gamers.
Available in sizes ranging from 42 to 83 inches, the 42 and 48-inch versions lack the "Brightness Booster" technology found in the larger sizes. Its design is simple, lightweight, elegant, and thin with a thickness of just 4.5 cm, while a slim 6mm bezel further emphasizes the screen area.
The connectivity options are plentiful, with four HDMI 2.1 ports, three USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.1, and compatibility with Apple's AirPlay 2, Chromecast, and smart home standards like Homekit and Matter. It uses LG's intuitive Magic Remote control, which features an ergonomic design and pointer functionality, though it still uses AA batteries.
LG 65C4: Excellent Image Quality, Gaming Features
The LG 65C4 provides exceptional image quality with a peak brightness of 980 cd/m2 and a Delta E of less than 2, ensuring near-perfect color fidelity. Its gaming capabilities are equally impressive with a low display lag and support for G-Sync and FreeSync, making it suitable for even the most demanding gamers. It's fully compatible with the latest consoles. However, its peak brightness is slightly lower than Samsung's OLED models, and it doesn't support HDR10+ used by Amazon Prime Video.
Its 40W audio system is serviceable, but it lacks power. Energy consumption is in line with competitors. With a repairability score of 8.4/10, LG guarantees long-term repairs at reasonable costs thanks to the availability of spare parts.
Read the full LG C4 review
TCL C89B 55-inch: The Hottest Value with Sensational Quality/Price Ratio
The TCL C89B succeeds the C845, featuring a Quantum Dot panel backlit by a Mini LED OD5 system divided into numerous zones. This offers greater control over backlighting and significantly reduced light bloom, though its contrast remains inferior to OLEDs. However, for an LCD, it's exceptional, with a measured native contrast ratio of 6547:1. The color gamut coverage is superb, boasting 99.5% of Rec.709, as is the peak brightness of 2143 cd/m2 in Film mode, outperforming all OLEDs. In Game mode, the panel offers low input lag, ideal for gaming on the latest consoles, as its connectivity is also cutting-edge.
Compatible with HDR10+ and Dolby Vision IQ, the model integrates HDMI 2.1 with VRR and ALLM, ensuring smooth gameplay for next-gen games. It reaches up to 144Hz in 4K and 240Hz in Full HD. Besides HDMI, it offers USB, Ethernet, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi 6. Its audio system, fortified with Dolby Atmos and DTS-X, boasts speakers for immersive vertical effects, though their effectiveness is limited. A soundbar is recommended for a truly immersive experience.
With a refined design and a 5.5cm thick bezel, the series has a plastic case of good quality, albeit with a somewhat clunky cable management system. Google TV, renowned for its fluidity and customization, powers the television. It also supports AirPlay 2 from Apple, and features Google's ergonomic remote control. Though functional, it could benefit from a backlight and rechargeable batteries like some rivals.
With a repairability score of 7.8/10, TCL guarantees longevity with five years of software updates and eight years of spare parts availability, making it an outstanding value for money under $1000.
Read the full TCL C89B review
The rest of the article will include the Samsung QN90F, Panasonic Z95A, and additional tips for choosing a high-end TV. Enjoy the read!
This article is brought to you by our expert, Sylvain Pichot, and specialist journalist in new technologies. Sylvain tests televisions and video solutions for over 15 years. Don't hesitate to consult our other guides, such as the best soundbars, best portable video projectors, etc.
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