{"id":2297,"date":"2021-07-29T08:53:52","date_gmt":"2021-07-29T08:53:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/onlinegaminggear.com\/best-gaming-tv-for-ps5-and-xbox-series-x\/"},"modified":"2021-07-29T10:03:07","modified_gmt":"2021-07-29T10:03:07","slug":"best-gaming-tv-for-ps5-and-xbox-series-x","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/onlinegaminggear.com\/best-gaming-tv-for-ps5-and-xbox-series-x\/","title":{"rendered":"Best gaming TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div id=\"article-body\">\n<p>After one of the best gaming TVs? Whether you&#8217;re after the best TV for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/reviews\/ps5\">PS5<\/a>, the best TV for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/reviews\/xbox-series-x\">Xbox Series X<\/a>, or just a handy screen to dock your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/reviews\/nintendo-switch\">Nintendo Switch<\/a> to, this is the guide for you.<\/p>\n<p>We have extensive experience testing and rating the best gaming TVs out there \u2013 and while it can be hard to find <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/ps5-restock-target-surprise-for-sale\" data-original-url=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/ps5-restock-target-update-best-buy-gamestop\">PS5 restock<\/a> these days, those of you with a console or looking to prepare for the day you have one, need look no further than the gaming TVs listed below.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"hawk-placeholder\" data-render-type=\"fte\" data-skip=\"dealsy\" data-widget-type=\"seasonal\"\/>\n<p>There&#8217;s never been a better time to buy a gaming TV, too. TV makers these days, spurred to action by the release of next-gen consoles, are bundling gaming specification in mid-range and premium screens, meaning that it&#8217;s increasingly hard to avoid buying a TV that doesn&#8217;t support them.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/new-faster-hdmi-21-cables-are-on-the-way-heres-what-you-need-to-know\">HDMI 2.1<\/a> specifications like 4K\/120Hz gameplay, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/what-is-vrr-variable-refresh-rate-explained\">variable refresh rate<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/input-lag-response-time\">input lag<\/a>-reduction game modes, are all coming to the fore in a new generation of gaming TVs \u2013 and if you&#8217;re in the market for a new television, you&#8217;ll want to make sure you don&#8217;t miss out.<\/p>\n<p>Even budget screens can be surprisingly adept gaming TVs, offering low input lag and decent input support despite their low price tags \u2013 and we&#8217;ve made sure to choose the best gaming TVs for those with large and small budgets alike.<\/p>\n<p>Even if you plan on sticking with a current-gen console, like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/reviews\/gaming\/games-consoles\/xbox-one-s-1323399\/review\">Xbox One<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/reviews\/gaming\/games-consoles\/sony-ps4-1202432\/review\">PS4<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/reviews\/nintendo-switch\">Nintendo Switch<\/a>, there&#8217;s still plenty of reasons to consider one of the best gaming TVs of 2021 to show off every visual advancement currently available to you. Because it doesn\u2019t matter how powerful your console is if the TV screen is a pixellated mess.<\/p>\n<p>And if you really just want to play in the highest frame rates possible, head over to our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/best\/120hz-4k-tvs\">best 120Hz 4K TV<\/a> guide instead.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"article-body__section\" id=\"section-best-tv-for-ps5\"><span>Best TV for PS5<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\" style=\"max-width:5672px;\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:56.26%;\"><picture><source type=\"image\/webp\" alt=\"Best gaming TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sWbMPm9WHBKwgqGi2mRq6H-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sWbMPm9WHBKwgqGi2mRq6H-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sWbMPm9WHBKwgqGi2mRq6H-970-80.jpg.webp 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sWbMPm9WHBKwgqGi2mRq6H.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sWbMPm9WHBKwgqGi2mRq6H.jpg\"\/><source type=\"image\/jpeg\" alt=\"Best gaming TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sWbMPm9WHBKwgqGi2mRq6H-320-80.jpg 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sWbMPm9WHBKwgqGi2mRq6H-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sWbMPm9WHBKwgqGi2mRq6H-970-80.jpg 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sWbMPm9WHBKwgqGi2mRq6H.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/sWbMPm9WHBKwgqGi2mRq6H.jpg\"\/><\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption itemprop=\"caption description\"><span class=\"credit\" itemprop=\"copyrightHolder\">(Image credit: Sony)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"product prog-buying-guide\">\n<h3 class=\"product__title\" id=\"best-tv-for-ps5-sony-x90j-4k-tv\">Best TV for PS5: Sony X90J 4K TV<\/h3>\n<p><h4>Sony finally makes a gaming TV deserving of its PS5 console<\/h4>\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-summary spec\">\n<h5>Specifications<\/h5>\n<div class=\"product-summary__container\">\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">Screen size: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\">65-inch<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">Resolution: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\">3840 x 2160<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">Panel technology: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\">LCD<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">Smart TV: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\">Google TV<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">Dimensions: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\">1452 x 905 x 338mm (WxHxD)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"product-summary pros\">\n<h5>Reasons to buy<\/h5>\n<p><span class=\"_hawk pros__value\"><span class=\"pros__marker\">+<\/span>Best-in-class image quality<\/span><span class=\"_hawk pros__value\"><span class=\"pros__marker\">+<\/span>Easy setup and Google TV<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"product-summary pros\">\n<h5>Reasons to avoid<\/h5>\n<p><span class=\"_hawk pros__value\"><span class=\"pros__marker\">&#8211;<\/span>Lingering HDMI issues<\/span><span class=\"_hawk pros__value\"><span class=\"pros__marker\">&#8211;<\/span>Slight screen glare<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The Sony X90J 4K TV sees the company behind the PS5 finally get its TVs in line. While last year&#8217;s Sony TV range was marred by inconsistent support for HDMI 2.1, this year&#8217;s range gets the input standard right, with two HDMI 2.1 ports for connecting next-gen games consoles.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>There are two other HDMI 2.0 ports too for lower-specified consoles like the Nintendo Switch \u2013 and while some gaming TVs below have four ports at a 2.1 specification, we reckon most will do just fine with what the X90J offers.<\/p>\n<p>The X90J has a 120Hz panel with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/what-is-4k-resolution-ultra-hd\">4K resolution<\/a> and two full-spec HDMI 2.1 ports for your PS5, with VRR (variable refresh rate) and ALLM (auto low latency mode, for sub-10ms lag) to really up your gaming experience. Just be sure to head into the picture settings and switch on &#8216;Enhanced format&#8217; for your selected HDMI port, otherwise you won&#8217;t get the benefit of its 2.1 specification.<\/p>\n<p>It has excellent image quality, thanks in part to a new Cognitive XR processor rolled out to Sony&#8217;s top 2021 sets, making for excellent upscaling and contrast control. The X90J also sports the new Google TV smart platform, for easy setup and broad app support as well as the perks of Google Cast from Android devices.<\/p>\n<p>There are still a few lingering issues, including some middling off-axis viewing and struggles with direct daylight \u2013 and the X90J will no doubt be beaten by the capabilities of its step-up <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/sony-x95j-4k-tv-price-release-date-specs-sizes\">X95J <\/a>model for a small uptick in cost. Still, the Sony X90J succeeds in delivering stellar performance for a reasonable price.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read the full review:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/reviews\/sony-bravia-a8h-oled-tv\">Sony X90J 4K TV<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"article-body__section\" id=\"section-best-tv-for-xbox-series-x\"><span>Best TV for Xbox Series X<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\" style=\"max-width:2708px;\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:56.24%;\"><picture><source type=\"image\/webp\" alt=\"Best gaming TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/AEtajE2AeTC3UVWsmJG4WY-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/AEtajE2AeTC3UVWsmJG4WY-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/AEtajE2AeTC3UVWsmJG4WY-970-80.jpg.webp 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/AEtajE2AeTC3UVWsmJG4WY.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/AEtajE2AeTC3UVWsmJG4WY.jpg\"\/><source type=\"image\/jpeg\" alt=\"Best gaming TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/AEtajE2AeTC3UVWsmJG4WY-320-80.jpg 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/AEtajE2AeTC3UVWsmJG4WY-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/AEtajE2AeTC3UVWsmJG4WY-970-80.jpg 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/AEtajE2AeTC3UVWsmJG4WY.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/AEtajE2AeTC3UVWsmJG4WY.jpg\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" alt=\"Best gaming TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/AEtajE2AeTC3UVWsmJG4WY-320-80.jpg 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/AEtajE2AeTC3UVWsmJG4WY-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/AEtajE2AeTC3UVWsmJG4WY-970-80.jpg 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/AEtajE2AeTC3UVWsmJG4WY.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/AEtajE2AeTC3UVWsmJG4WY.jpg\"\/><\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption itemprop=\"caption description\"><span class=\"credit\" itemprop=\"copyrightHolder\">(Image credit: LG)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"product prog-buying-guide\">\n<h3 class=\"product__title\" id=\"best-tv-for-xbox-series-x-lg-c1-oled\">Best TV for Xbox Series X: LG C1 OLED<\/h3>\n<p><h4>New for 2021, the LG C1 OLED is the current king of TVs<\/h4>\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-summary spec\">\n<h5>Specifications<\/h5>\n<div class=\"product-summary__container\">\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">Available sizes: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\">48, 55, 65, 77-inch<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">Input lag: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\">Sub-1ms<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">Refresh rate: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\">4K\/120Hz<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">VRR: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\">Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">HDMI 2.1: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\">Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-wrapper\">\n<aside class=\"hawk-placeholder\" data-model-name=\"LG OLED65C1\" data-widget-type=\"price\" data-render-type=\"editorial\">\n<p>TODAY&#8217;S BEST DEALS<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"hawk-tracking-pixel-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/t.myvisualiq.net\/impression_pixel?r=1627487418997&amp;et=i&amp;ago=212&amp;ao=803&amp;aca=123513&amp;si=1943169&amp;ci=234568&amp;pi=356748&amp;ad=-4&amp;advt=1943169&amp;chnl=-4&amp;vndr=1481&amp;sz=8336&amp;u=EncryptedId%7C1943169%7C&amp;pt=i\" class=\"hawk-tracking-pixel-image\" draggable=\"false\"\/><\/span><\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"product-summary pros\">\n<h5>Reasons to buy<\/h5>\n<p><span class=\"_hawk pros__value\"><span class=\"pros__marker\">+<\/span>Beautiful 4K\/HDR picture<\/span><span class=\"_hawk pros__value\"><span class=\"pros__marker\">+<\/span>Four HDMI 2.1 ports<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"product-summary pros\">\n<h5>Reasons to avoid<\/h5>\n<p><span class=\"_hawk pros__value\"><span class=\"pros__marker\">&#8211;<\/span>Reflective glass surface<\/span><span class=\"_hawk pros__value\"><span class=\"pros__marker\">&#8211;<\/span>No HDR10+<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>If you want the best gaming TV with a knockout <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/what-is-oled\">OLED<\/a> screen, then the LG C1 is \u00a0your best bet.<\/p>\n<p>With a 4K OLED display, you can expect truly breathtaking black levels and an &#8216;infinite&#8217; contrast ratio (the range between the darkest and brightest parts of the screen) to a level the gaming TV above can only dream of.<\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;re getting <em>four<\/em> dedicated HDMI 2.1 ports (ideal for plugging in multiple consoles) and even comes with a new Game Optimiser menu that gives you the option to quickly adjust brightness, contrast and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/what-is-vrr-variable-refresh-rate-explained\">VRR<\/a> (variable refresh rate) on the fly. You can expect 4K\/120fps support for any compatible games, too, as well as sub-1ms input lag.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>With Dolby Vision HDR and Atmos support, too, you&#8217;ll be able to make the most of out your Xbox Series X \u2013 given the PS5 doesn&#8217;t currently support these technologies.<\/p>\n<p>All in all, the LG C1 is a massively specified television, and LG&#8217;s work to attract gamer&#8217;s is very clear, especially with the addition of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/computing-components\/graphics-cards\/nvidia-g-sync-vs-amd-freesync-1289637\">Nvidia FreeSync<\/a> support last year for those hooking up a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/the-best-gaming-pc\">gaming PC<\/a> to their television.\u00a0You can always opt for last year&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/reviews\/lg-cx-oled-tv\">LG CX<\/a> too, which has largely the same specifications for a little less cost.<\/p>\n<p>If you have concerns around image retention, when static sections of a picture (say, a HUD) are looped so often that they permanently mark the panel, we wouldn&#8217;t worry. This isn&#8217;t a sizeable risk, especially since OLED TV makers have developed &#8216;screen shift&#8217; technologies to regularly adjust the placement of onscreen pictures to help prevent this (via <a href=\"https:\/\/go.redirectingat.com\/?id=92X363&amp;xcust=trd_us_9934758557382822000&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lg.com%2Fus%2Fexperience-tvs%2Foled-tv%2Freliability&amp;sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.techradar.com%2Fnews%2Fbest-gaming-tv\" target=\"_blank\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.lg.com\/us\/experience-tvs\/oled-tv\/reliability\" data-hl-processed=\"skimlinks\" data-placeholder-url=\"https:\/\/go.redirectingat.com\/?id=92X363&amp;xcust=hawk-custom-tracking&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lg.com%2Fus%2Fexperience-tvs%2Foled-tv%2Freliability&amp;sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.techradar.com%2Fnews%2Fbest-gaming-tv\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-merchant-name=\"SkimLinks - lg.com\" data-merchant-id=\"undefined\">LG<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read the full review:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/reviews\/lg-c1-oled-tv-oled65c1\">LG C1 OLED<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"article-body__section\" id=\"section-more-gaming-tvs\"><span>More gaming TVs<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\" style=\"max-width:1920px;\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:56.25%;\"><picture><source type=\"image\/webp\" alt=\"Best gaming TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BoYKJJpojkAxiqWHkRkftN-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BoYKJJpojkAxiqWHkRkftN-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BoYKJJpojkAxiqWHkRkftN-970-80.jpg.webp 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BoYKJJpojkAxiqWHkRkftN.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BoYKJJpojkAxiqWHkRkftN.jpg\"\/><source type=\"image\/jpeg\" alt=\"Best gaming TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BoYKJJpojkAxiqWHkRkftN-320-80.jpg 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BoYKJJpojkAxiqWHkRkftN-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BoYKJJpojkAxiqWHkRkftN-970-80.jpg 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BoYKJJpojkAxiqWHkRkftN.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BoYKJJpojkAxiqWHkRkftN.jpg\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" alt=\"Best gaming TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BoYKJJpojkAxiqWHkRkftN-320-80.jpg 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BoYKJJpojkAxiqWHkRkftN-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BoYKJJpojkAxiqWHkRkftN-970-80.jpg 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BoYKJJpojkAxiqWHkRkftN.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/BoYKJJpojkAxiqWHkRkftN.jpg\"\/><\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption itemprop=\"caption description\"><span class=\"credit\" itemprop=\"copyrightHolder\">(Image credit: Samsung)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"product prog-buying-guide\">\n<h3 class=\"product__title\" id=\"best-tv-for-ps4-xbox-one-samsung-q80t-qled-tv\">Best TV for PS4 \/ Xbox One: Samsung Q80T QLED TV<\/h3>\n<p><h4>A mid-range Samsung QLED with low, low input lag<\/h4>\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-summary spec\">\n<h5>Specifications<\/h5>\n<div class=\"product-summary__container\">\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">Available sizes: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\">49, 55, 65, 75, 82-inch<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">Input lag: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\">8.7ms<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">Refresh rate: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\">4K\/120Hz<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">VRR: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\">Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">HDMI 2.1: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\">No<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"product-summary pros\">\n<h5>Reasons to buy<\/h5>\n<p><span class=\"_hawk pros__value\"><span class=\"pros__marker\">+<\/span>Very low input lag<\/span><span class=\"_hawk pros__value\"><span class=\"pros__marker\">+<\/span>OTS audio<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"product-summary pros\">\n<h5>Reasons to avoid<\/h5>\n<p><span class=\"_hawk pros__value\"><span class=\"pros__marker\">&#8211;<\/span>No Dolby Vision support<\/span><span class=\"_hawk pros__value\"><span class=\"pros__marker\">&#8211;<\/span>No Freeview Play<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Sure, there are more expensive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/new-samsung-tv-2021\">new Samsung TVs<\/a> out there, but none make the case for gaming quite like the Samsung Q80T. As much as we&#8217;d like to recommend higher-end models like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/reviews\/samsung-q95t-4k-qled-tv\">Q95T<\/a> or (moving into 8K territory) the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/reviews\/samsung-q950ts-8k-qled-tv-75q950ts\">Q950TS<\/a>, it&#8217;s the Q80T that really nails that price-performance ratio. (It&#8217;s no coincidence you&#8217;ll find it in our guide to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/best-65-inch-4k-tvs\">best 65-inch TVs<\/a> too.)<\/p>\n<p>Launched in 2020, it was the cheapest Samsung QLED with a full-array backlight, meaning you don&#8217;t have to skimp with an edge-lit display (like last year&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/reviews\/samsung-75-inch-q60r-4k-hdr-tv\">Q60R<\/a>). Despite the name, it&#8217;s also the successor to last year&#8217;s Q70R, which previously topped this guide \u2013 but beating the Q70R&#8217;s 14ms input lag with an exceptionally low 8.7ms. That means you&#8217;ll get as little delay as possible between button mashing your controller and seeing the action onscreen.<\/p>\n<p>That figure is reached by turning off Game Motion Plus (which reduces screen judder), but even without it you&#8217;ll get a respectable 19.7ms.<\/p>\n<p>There&#8217;s only one HDMI 2.1 port, so this is the best gaming TV for you only if you stick to the PS5 or the Xbox Series X and not both \u2013 or don&#8217;t mind plugging and unplugging every time to want to switch devices. But as a slightly older model compared to the top screens above, this might be the best bet for a gamer still using an Xbox One or PS4, who wants good gaming performance without a truly next-gen price tag.<\/p>\n<p>The OTS sound system also means you&#8217;re getting some serious audio credentials \u2013 whether you&#8217;re listening to the cry of enemies or the ambient sounds of walking simulators.<\/p>\n<p>You won&#8217;t get Dolby Vision here, either, so if you are looking for a PS5 TV, this should still be a decent choice in the long run.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read the full review:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/reviews\/samsung-q80t-qled-tv\"><strong>Samsung Q80T QLED TV<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<figure data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\" style=\"max-width:5472px;\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:56.25%;\"><picture><source type=\"image\/webp\" alt=\"Best gaming TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bk5cABbHtrQnd2skfpHng5-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bk5cABbHtrQnd2skfpHng5-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bk5cABbHtrQnd2skfpHng5-970-80.jpg.webp 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bk5cABbHtrQnd2skfpHng5.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bk5cABbHtrQnd2skfpHng5.jpg\"\/><source type=\"image\/jpeg\" alt=\"Best gaming TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bk5cABbHtrQnd2skfpHng5-320-80.jpg 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bk5cABbHtrQnd2skfpHng5-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bk5cABbHtrQnd2skfpHng5-970-80.jpg 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bk5cABbHtrQnd2skfpHng5.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bk5cABbHtrQnd2skfpHng5.jpg\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" alt=\"Best gaming TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bk5cABbHtrQnd2skfpHng5-320-80.jpg 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bk5cABbHtrQnd2skfpHng5-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bk5cABbHtrQnd2skfpHng5-970-80.jpg 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bk5cABbHtrQnd2skfpHng5.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bk5cABbHtrQnd2skfpHng5.jpg\"\/><\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption itemprop=\"caption description\"><span class=\"credit\" itemprop=\"copyrightHolder\">(Image credit: Samsung)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"product prog-buying-guide\">\n<h3 class=\"product__title\" id=\"best-cheap-gaming-tv-samsung-tu8000-series\">Best cheap gaming TV: Samsung TU8000 Series<\/h3>\n<p><h4>A great budget pick, the TU8000 looks great and makes your games look good, too<\/h4>\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-summary spec\">\n<h5>Specifications<\/h5>\n<div class=\"product-summary__container\">\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">Available sizes: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\">43, 50, 55, 65, 75-inch<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">Input lag: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\"\/><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">Refresh rate: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\">60Hz<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">VRR: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\">No<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">HDMI 2.1: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\">No<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-wrapper\">\n<aside class=\"hawk-placeholder\" data-model-name=\"Samsung TU8000\" data-widget-type=\"price\" data-render-type=\"editorial\">\n<p>TODAY&#8217;S BEST DEALS<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"hawk-tracking-pixel-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/t.myvisualiq.net\/impression_pixel?r=1627487419113&amp;et=i&amp;ago=212&amp;ao=803&amp;aca=123513&amp;si=1943169&amp;ci=234568&amp;pi=356748&amp;ad=-4&amp;advt=1943169&amp;chnl=-4&amp;vndr=1481&amp;sz=8336&amp;u=EncryptedId%7C1943169%7C&amp;pt=i\" class=\"hawk-tracking-pixel-image\" draggable=\"false\"\/><\/span><\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"product-summary pros\">\n<h5>Reasons to buy<\/h5>\n<p><span class=\"_hawk pros__value\"><span class=\"pros__marker\">+<\/span>Low input lag!\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"_hawk pros__value\"><span class=\"pros__marker\">+<\/span>Solid motion handling<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"product-summary pros\">\n<h5>Reasons to avoid<\/h5>\n<p><span class=\"_hawk pros__value\"><span class=\"pros__marker\">&#8211;<\/span>Narrow viewing angles<\/span><span class=\"_hawk pros__value\"><span class=\"pros__marker\">&#8211;<\/span>Lacks brightness<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Just need a cheap gaming TV, whatever you console might be? Take a look at the truly spectacular TU8000 Series. You&#8217;ll get an incredibly low input lag (just 9.7ms) as well as a motion handling technology to keep the action looking consistently smooth. What else could you ask for?<\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;re not getting all of the gaming technologies of some other sets in this list, as HDMI 2.1, VRR (variable refresh rate), or a 120Hz panel \u2013 but for the everyday gamer, this is a set that gets the basics very right.<\/p>\n<p>You will need to watch out for the narrow viewing angles: content looks best straight on, with color draining from the sides, so it might not be the best choice for four-party Switch game sessions. On the whole, though, this is a solid choice for those wanting a gaming TV on the cheap.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read the full review:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/reviews\/samsung-tu8000-tv\">Samsung TU8000<\/a><\/p>\n<figure data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\" style=\"max-width:970px;\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:56.29%;\"><picture><source type=\"image\/webp\" alt=\"Best gaming TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KdcKv62JLbatDmzAwbKWub-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KdcKv62JLbatDmzAwbKWub-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KdcKv62JLbatDmzAwbKWub-970-80.jpg.webp 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KdcKv62JLbatDmzAwbKWub.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KdcKv62JLbatDmzAwbKWub.jpg\"\/><source type=\"image\/jpeg\" alt=\"Best gaming TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KdcKv62JLbatDmzAwbKWub-320-80.jpg 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KdcKv62JLbatDmzAwbKWub-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KdcKv62JLbatDmzAwbKWub-970-80.jpg 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KdcKv62JLbatDmzAwbKWub.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KdcKv62JLbatDmzAwbKWub.jpg\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" alt=\"Best gaming TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KdcKv62JLbatDmzAwbKWub-320-80.jpg 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KdcKv62JLbatDmzAwbKWub-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KdcKv62JLbatDmzAwbKWub-970-80.jpg 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KdcKv62JLbatDmzAwbKWub.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KdcKv62JLbatDmzAwbKWub.jpg\"\/><\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption itemprop=\"caption description\"><span class=\"credit\" itemprop=\"copyrightHolder\">(Image credit: TCL)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"product prog-buying-guide\">\n<h3 class=\"product__title\" id=\"best-gaming-tv-for-saving-cash-tcl-6-series-us\">Best gaming TV for saving cash: TCL 6-Series (US)<\/h3>\n<p><h4>The best budget 4K TV for gamers with shallow pockets<\/h4>\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-summary spec\">\n<h5>Specifications<\/h5>\n<div class=\"product-summary__container\">\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">Available sizes: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\">55, 65, 75-inch<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">Input lag: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\">17.7ms<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">Refresh rate: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\">60Hz<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">VRR: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\">No<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">HDMI 2.1: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\">No<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"product-summary pros\">\n<h5>Reasons to buy<\/h5>\n<p><span class=\"_hawk pros__value\"><span class=\"pros__marker\">+<\/span>Bright, colorful HDR<\/span><span class=\"_hawk pros__value\"><span class=\"pros__marker\">+<\/span>Supports Dolby Vision<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"product-summary pros\">\n<h5>Reasons to avoid<\/h5>\n<p><span class=\"_hawk pros__value\"><span class=\"pros__marker\">&#8211;<\/span>Loss of darker details<\/span><span class=\"_hawk pros__value\"><span class=\"pros__marker\">&#8211;<\/span>Limited motion settings<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>If you have deep pockets and a checkbook filled with blank checks, we\u2019d tell you to reach deep and shell out for only the best 4K TVs on the market \u2013 or the pricier models listed above. But that\u2019s not always realistic: for the vast, vast majority of us, our budget to spend on a 4K UHD TV is limited to somewhere under $1,000 \u2013 and often it&#8217;s even less than that.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>To that end, it\u2019s absolutely fair to say that the TCL 6-Series is the best TV you can possibly get in this price range. Its performance per dollar is unmatched and its picture quality \u2013 despite a few minor flaws \u2013 will truly impress you for what you&#8217;re paying.<\/p>\n<p>Said simply, if there\u2019s a better value 4K TV on the market, we\u2019ve yet to see it.\u00a0If you&#8217;re not based in the US, though, read on for other affordable gaming TVs worth considering.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read the full review:\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/reviews\/tcl-6-series-r615-r617\">TCL 6-Series (R615, R617)<\/a><\/p>\n<figure data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\" style=\"max-width:2485px;\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:56.22%;\"><picture><source type=\"image\/webp\" alt=\"Best gaming TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/mDyAtZecaVNytXpaSankMb-320-80.jpeg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/mDyAtZecaVNytXpaSankMb-650-80.jpeg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/mDyAtZecaVNytXpaSankMb-970-80.jpeg.webp 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/mDyAtZecaVNytXpaSankMb.jpeg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/mDyAtZecaVNytXpaSankMb.jpeg\"\/><source type=\"image\/jpeg\" alt=\"Best gaming TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/mDyAtZecaVNytXpaSankMb-320-80.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/mDyAtZecaVNytXpaSankMb-650-80.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/mDyAtZecaVNytXpaSankMb-970-80.jpeg 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/mDyAtZecaVNytXpaSankMb.jpeg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/mDyAtZecaVNytXpaSankMb.jpeg\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" alt=\"Best gaming TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/mDyAtZecaVNytXpaSankMb-320-80.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/mDyAtZecaVNytXpaSankMb-650-80.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/mDyAtZecaVNytXpaSankMb-970-80.jpeg 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/mDyAtZecaVNytXpaSankMb.jpeg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/mDyAtZecaVNytXpaSankMb.jpeg\"\/><\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption itemprop=\"caption description\"><span class=\"credit\" itemprop=\"copyrightHolder\">(Image credit: Sony)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"product prog-buying-guide\">\n<h3 class=\"product__title\" id=\"best-big-screen-gaming-tv-sony-bravia-x900h-xh90\">Best big-screen gaming TV: Sony Bravia X900H\/XH90<\/h3>\n<p><h4>Gamers won&#8217;t be disappointed by Sony&#8217;s mid-range marvel<\/h4>\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-summary spec\">\n<h5>Specifications<\/h5>\n<div class=\"product-summary__container\">\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">Available sizes: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\">55, 65, 75-inch<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">Input lag: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\"\/><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">Refresh rate: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\">120Hz<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">VRR: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\">No<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"spec__name\">HDMI 2.1: <\/span><span class=\"spec_value\">Yes<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-wrapper\">\n<aside class=\"hawk-placeholder\" data-model-name=\"Sony KD-75XH9005\" data-widget-type=\"price\" data-render-type=\"editorial\">\n<p>TODAY&#8217;S BEST DEALS<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"hawk-tracking-pixel-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/t.myvisualiq.net\/impression_pixel?r=1627487419201&amp;et=i&amp;ago=212&amp;ao=803&amp;aca=123513&amp;si=1943169&amp;ci=234568&amp;pi=356748&amp;ad=-4&amp;advt=1943169&amp;chnl=-4&amp;vndr=1481&amp;sz=8336&amp;u=EncryptedId%7C1943169%7C&amp;pt=i\" class=\"hawk-tracking-pixel-image\" draggable=\"false\"\/><\/span><\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"product-summary pros\">\n<h5>Reasons to buy<\/h5>\n<p><span class=\"_hawk pros__value\"><span class=\"pros__marker\">+<\/span>HDMI 2.1 support<\/span><span class=\"_hawk pros__value\"><span class=\"pros__marker\">+<\/span>Great value<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"product-summary pros\">\n<h5>Reasons to avoid<\/h5>\n<p><span class=\"_hawk pros__value\"><span class=\"pros__marker\">&#8211;<\/span>Brash Android interface<\/span><span class=\"_hawk pros__value\"><span class=\"pros__marker\">&#8211;<\/span>No HDR10+<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The Sony X900H\/XH90 is a solid choice for a mid-spec LCD television, offering smooth motion, excellent HDR, and capable processing all at a reasonable price point \u2013 even at this massive 75-inch size.<\/p>\n<p>You may be wondering why we&#8217;re featuring the XH90 instead of the higher-spec XH95 model, but it&#8217;s worth noting that the former is the only of the two that offers <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/new-faster-hdmi-21-cables-are-on-the-way-heres-what-you-need-to-know\">HDMI 2.1<\/a> support. While it didn&#8217;t launch with the TV, a firmware update in late 2020 brought the HDMI 2.1 standard to two of the television&#8217;s ports, making it a smart choice for an affordable <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/television\/10-best-ultra-hd-4k-tvs-in-the-world-today-1198304\">4K TV<\/a> with good support for dedicated gaming TV features.<\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;re getting under 10ms of input lag in the dedicated Game Mode, and you can get up to 120fps on this TV&#8217;s panel at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/what-is-4k-resolution-ultra-hd\">4K resolution<\/a> \u2013 reportedly with some blur issues, meaning this TV is a bit lower in this list than others, though an early 2021 update seems to have fixed them.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;re not getting <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/what-is-vrr-variable-refresh-rate-explained\">VRR<\/a> (variable refresh rate) or ALLM (auto low latency mode) just yet either, but Sony is expected to introduce it at some point. With Sony&#8217;s X1 Ultimate processor, and basic HDMI 2.1 support, you can&#8217;t go overly wrong here.<\/p>\n<p>The upscaling is on point too for showing off HD sources, while the 20W of audio offer full-bodied sound and even Atmos support, making a dedicated soundbar less of an urgent buy.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read the full review:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/reviews\/sony-xh90-kd-75xh9005-4k-tv\">Sony X900H\/XH90<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"article-body__section\" id=\"section-why-upgrade\"><span>Why upgrade?<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\" style=\"max-width:1412px;\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:56.23%;\"><picture><source type=\"image\/webp\" alt=\"Deathloop\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/ivRTmSAUQvP2EFyvotPA8d-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/ivRTmSAUQvP2EFyvotPA8d-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/ivRTmSAUQvP2EFyvotPA8d-970-80.jpg.webp 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/ivRTmSAUQvP2EFyvotPA8d.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/ivRTmSAUQvP2EFyvotPA8d.jpg\"\/><source type=\"image\/jpeg\" alt=\"Deathloop\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/ivRTmSAUQvP2EFyvotPA8d-320-80.jpg 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/ivRTmSAUQvP2EFyvotPA8d-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/ivRTmSAUQvP2EFyvotPA8d-970-80.jpg 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/ivRTmSAUQvP2EFyvotPA8d.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/ivRTmSAUQvP2EFyvotPA8d.jpg\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" alt=\"Deathloop\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/ivRTmSAUQvP2EFyvotPA8d-320-80.jpg 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/ivRTmSAUQvP2EFyvotPA8d-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/ivRTmSAUQvP2EFyvotPA8d-970-80.jpg 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/ivRTmSAUQvP2EFyvotPA8d.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/ivRTmSAUQvP2EFyvotPA8d.jpg\"\/><\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption itemprop=\"caption description\"><span class=\"caption-text\">Deathloop (PS5, 2021) <\/span><span class=\"credit\" itemprop=\"copyrightHolder\">(Image credit: Arkane)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"why-to-upgrade-your-gaming-tv\">Why to upgrade your gaming TV<\/h2>\n<p>You may be wondering why you need a gaming-specific television. After all, won&#8217;t a regular TV do the job just fine?<\/p>\n<p>Sure, any old HD or 4K TV will be able to display the picture information sent through from a games console, as long as it has an HDMI 2.0 port. But there are a host of reasons worth getting a TV with dedicated gaming specification, to really elevate your play in how it looks, sounds, and feels.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Low, low input lag<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re a really serious gamer \u2013 especially when it comes to reaction-based online games \u2013 you need to care about input lag. That&#8217;s the time it takes for a particular TV to render image data received at its inputs. Obviously you\u2019re looking for low numbers if you don\u2019t want to be gunned down by an opponent your TV hasn\u2019t even shown yet!<\/p>\n<p>Manufacturers don\u2019t tend to provide input lag figures in their provided specifications. However, we generally measure input lag on the TVs we test, and have provided the measurements for each set included in this guide.<\/p>\n<p><strong>4K resolution<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for one of the best TVs for gaming, the most basic requirement is 4K. The Xbox One S outputs all of its games in 4K, which is achieved via surprisingly good built-in upscaling, though the Xbox One X is required for native, game engine-integrated 4K support. The PS4 Pro also outputs games in 4K, using a mix of upscaling and in-game enhancement \u2013 while the Nintendo Switch only outputs at HD to a TV, though there&#8217;s chatter around a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/new-nintendo-switch-with-possible-4k-visuals-is-reportedly-planned-for-2021\">possible 4K refresh coming in 2021<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Frame rate handling<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Now that the Xbox One X is almost here and promising native 4K resolution games running at 60 frames a second, make sure that whatever TV you buy has the latest specification HDMI sockets. If it doesn\u2019t have at least one HDMI socket built to the v2.0a specification, it won\u2019t be able to receive 4K resolution at anything higher than 30 frames a second.<\/p>\n<p>Fortunately far more of this year\u2019s 4K TVs do feature HDMI 2.0a sockets than in previous years, but it\u2019s still something that\u2019s worth double checking &#8211; especially if you\u2019re buying a particularly cheap TV.<\/p>\n<p>The new <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/hdmi-21-is-here-offering-support-for-dynamic-hdr-earc-variable-refresh-rate-and-8k-resolution\">HDMI 2.1<\/a> standard will no doubt become the benchmark for high-end gaming in time, but we&#8217;re yet to see it really rolled out across commercially-available sets.<\/p>\n<figure data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\" style=\"max-width:1920px;\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:56.25%;\"><picture><source type=\"image\/webp\" alt=\"Halo Infinite\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/cCjXACDH8p9VivXVV4cdbY-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/cCjXACDH8p9VivXVV4cdbY-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/cCjXACDH8p9VivXVV4cdbY-970-80.jpg.webp 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/cCjXACDH8p9VivXVV4cdbY.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/cCjXACDH8p9VivXVV4cdbY.jpg\"\/><source type=\"image\/jpeg\" alt=\"Halo Infinite\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/cCjXACDH8p9VivXVV4cdbY-320-80.jpg 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/cCjXACDH8p9VivXVV4cdbY-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/cCjXACDH8p9VivXVV4cdbY-970-80.jpg 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/cCjXACDH8p9VivXVV4cdbY.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/cCjXACDH8p9VivXVV4cdbY.jpg\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" alt=\"Halo Infinite\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/cCjXACDH8p9VivXVV4cdbY-320-80.jpg 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/cCjXACDH8p9VivXVV4cdbY-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/cCjXACDH8p9VivXVV4cdbY-970-80.jpg 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/cCjXACDH8p9VivXVV4cdbY.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/cCjXACDH8p9VivXVV4cdbY.jpg\"\/><\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption itemprop=\"caption description\"><span class=\"caption-text\">Halo Infinite (Xbox Series X, 2021) <\/span><span class=\"credit\" itemprop=\"copyrightHolder\">(Image credit: 343 Industries)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>High dynamic range (and high peak brightness)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Sitting right alongside 4K in today\u2019s video world is high dynamic range (HDR) technology. This delivers pictures with a much wider light range than the standard dynamic range pictures we\u2019ve been living with for decades in a bid to get the pictures we\u2019re seeing on our screens looking closer to the way our eyes see the real world.<\/p>\n<p>This is something the Xbox Series X has an advantage in, with an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/what-is-xbox-series-x-auto-hdr-microsofts-game-changing-feature-explained\">Auto HDR feature<\/a> that applies some HDR magic even to SDR games that haven&#8217;t been purposefully remastered for high dynamic range. The PS5, as well as last-gen consoles like the PS4 and Xbox One, though, do display in HDR in games that support the format.<\/p>\n<p>The Xbox Series X also supports Dolby Vision \u2013 a dynamic HDR format with more precisely calibrated contrast \u2013 though currently only for streaming apps. You won&#8217;t find it supported on the built-in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/video\/the-best-4k-blu-ray-players-you-can-buy-right-now-1321481\">4K Blu-ray player<\/a>, or actually in any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/best\/best-xbox-series-x-games-the-xbox-series-xs-games-you-need-to-play\">Xbox Series X games<\/a> \u2013 though that latter point is expected to be amended before 2021 is out.<\/p>\n<p>Most people would say that HDR delivers more impact than 4K, especially on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/television\/tv\/10-best-32-inch-tvs-in-the-world-today-655660\">small TVs<\/a>. The only problem is that HDR puts a lot of pressure on a TV, since it demands both much more brightness than SDR, and better contrast so that the extra brightness and deeper blacks can potentially share the screen simultaneously.<\/p>\n<p>Many movies and games target 1,000 nits or so for their brightest elements, so if you have a TV less bright than that it won\u2019t unlock HDR\u2019s full potential. That&#8217;s especially true in a video game environment, where graphics can be more stark in contrast terms than \u2018real life\u2019 tends to be.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Bit depth<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>When considering HDR, you might want to think about your gaming TV\u2019s bit depth. too. The best HDR experience requires a 10-bit screen able to support 1024 values of each RGB colour \u2013 otherwise you&#8217;ll get an inferior colour performance, including, possibly, colour striping where you should see subtle blends. Most premium HDR TVs these days are 10-bit, but it\u2019s far from a given at the affordable end of the TV market.<\/p>\n<p>Xbox and PlayStation consoles automatically assess the bit-depth of your TV and select the optimum HDR video output accordingly. Xbox models even provide a description of your TV\u2019s capabilities under 4K TV Details in its Advanced Video Settings menu.<\/p>\n<p>To be clear, it\u2019s entirely possible for an 8-bit TV to deliver a good HDR colour performance if they have a strong video processing engine \u2013 but 10-bit panels certainly have an immediate advantage.<\/p>\n<p>One other point to add here is that some TVs \u2013 including high-end Samsung models \u2013 actually support 12-bit colour management\/processing, even though their panels are only natively 10-bit. Xbox consoles however do provide Colour Depth boxes in their Video Fidelity settings that let you select the maximum bit performance for your particular TV.<\/p>\n<figure data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\" style=\"max-width:1024px;\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:56.25%;\"><picture><source type=\"image\/webp\" alt=\"Xbox Series X\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/eXE2cCLeSHHRDmMW7E5GbY-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/eXE2cCLeSHHRDmMW7E5GbY-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/eXE2cCLeSHHRDmMW7E5GbY-970-80.jpg.webp 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/eXE2cCLeSHHRDmMW7E5GbY.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/eXE2cCLeSHHRDmMW7E5GbY.jpg\"\/><source type=\"image\/jpeg\" alt=\"Xbox Series X\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/eXE2cCLeSHHRDmMW7E5GbY-320-80.jpg 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/eXE2cCLeSHHRDmMW7E5GbY-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/eXE2cCLeSHHRDmMW7E5GbY-970-80.jpg 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/eXE2cCLeSHHRDmMW7E5GbY.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/eXE2cCLeSHHRDmMW7E5GbY.jpg\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" alt=\"Xbox Series X\" class=\" lazy-image-van optional-image\" onerror=\"if(this.src &amp;&amp; this.src.indexOf('missing-image.svg') !== -1){return true;};this.parentNode.replaceChild(window.missingImage(),this)\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/vanilla.futurecdn.net\/techradar\/media\/img\/missing-image.svg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/eXE2cCLeSHHRDmMW7E5GbY-320-80.jpg 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/eXE2cCLeSHHRDmMW7E5GbY-650-80.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/eXE2cCLeSHHRDmMW7E5GbY-970-80.jpg 970w\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/eXE2cCLeSHHRDmMW7E5GbY.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/eXE2cCLeSHHRDmMW7E5GbY.jpg\"\/><\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption itemprop=\"caption description\"><span class=\"caption-text\">Xbox Series X with Xbox Wireless Controller <\/span><span class=\"credit\" itemprop=\"copyrightHolder\">(Image credit: Micosoft)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Color purity<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Another advanced setting but important thing to consider for the ultimate gaming visuals is chroma subsampling.<\/p>\n<p>This video compression term refers to a TV\u2019s colour purity, and is usually written in such terms as 4:4:4 and 4:2:0. These numbers reveal how many pixels colour is sampled from in the top and bottom rows for every two rows of four pixels. So with 4:2:0, for instance, colour is being sampled from two pixels in the top row and no pixels in the bottom row.<\/p>\n<p>From this it follows that the bigger the numbers are, the purer the colour performance will be, as there\u2019s less \u2018guesstimating\u2019 of what colours should look like. The problem is, full 4:4:4 colour support requires a lot of extra image data, and so cannot be handled by the HDMI connections or processing of all TVs.<\/p>\n<p>In truth, the differences in picture quality between 4:4:4 and 4:2:2 and even 4:2:0 aren\u2019t usually enormous. They can be more pronounced with gaming graphics than video, though, so it\u2019s worth trying to check what a TV you\u2019re thinking of buying can support \u2013 even though it\u2019s not information regularly carried in TV spec lists. The latest consoles are pretty good at detecting the optimum chroma subsampling a TV can support, automatically adjusting their outputs according.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s something that can cause annoying \u2018handshaking\u2019 issues with some TVs, though, and home consoles now tend to provide subsampling \u2018limiter\u2019 options in their video output menus (\u2018Enable 4:2:2\u2019 on the Xbox One S, and 2160 YUV4:2:0 on the PS4 Pro).\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Surround sound<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Sound design has always played an integral part in a great gaming experience. It\u2019s getting taken to another level these days, though, with the arrival of surround sound gaming. In fact, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/reviews\/xbox-series-s\">Xbox Series S<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/reviews\/xbox-series-x\">Xbox Series X<\/a> even support <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/audio\/dolby-atmos-a-step-by-step-guide-to-the-premature-speaker-tech-1305066\">Dolby Atmos<\/a>: Dolby\u2019s most advanced sound system yet, which introduces a height channel and \u2018object based\u2019 precision to the soundstage.<\/p>\n<p>Things to pay attention to are whether speakers are facing forwards (as this will almost always give you a more direct, clean sound); rated power output; whether there\u2019s a dedicated bass speaker (often found on a TV\u2019s rear); built-in soundbars; and the number of individual speakers used.<\/p>\n<p>Sony is making much of the &#8216;3D Audio&#8217; capability of the PS5, too, so expect good TV speakers to become even more crucial when the next-gen console launches. (There&#8217;s no Dolby Atmos support on the PS5, though.)<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"do-you-need-an-8k-gaming-tv\">Do you need an 8K gaming TV?<\/h2>\n<p>The short answer? No.<\/p>\n<p>While <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/8k-tvs-and-gaming-how-gaming-is-going-to-get-better-in-ultra-ultra-hd\">8K games are absolutely on the horizon<\/a>, and the PS5 \/ Xbox Series X console come with this capability baked-in, there&#8217;s no immediate need to get an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/best\/best-8k-tv\">8K TV<\/a> for gaming. Gaming devs are still getting to grips with 4K performance, and in general other picture specifications like a high frame rate (60fps, 120fps) are going to be more important in the coming years.<\/p>\n<p>In 2025, maybe it&#8217;ll be a different answer, but for now we think the 4K gaming TVs listed above will do you just fine.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"hawk-placeholder\" data-model-name=\"Sony X90J 65-inch,LG OLED65C1,Samsung Q80T QLED 49-inch,Samsung TU8000,TCL 55R617,Sony KD-75XH9005\" data-name=\"Buying Guide Multimodel widget\" data-render-type=\"fte\" data-widget-title=\"multimodelWidgetTitle\" data-widget-type=\"multimodelreview\">\n<div class=\"hawk-multi-model-review-container\">\n<div class=\"hawk-multi-model-review-retail-container\">\n<p>Round up of today&#8217;s best deals<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<p>Original by Techradar<a href=\"https:\/\/www.techradar.com\/news\/best-gaming-tv\/\"> &#8211; Click here to read full post <\/a><br \/>\n<br \/>Brought to you by <a href=\"https:\/\/onlinegaminggear.com\">Online Gaming Gear | Best Gear for Best Gaming Experience<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>After one of the best gaming TVs? 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