RankBrand & ModelPriceOverall ScorePicture QualitySound QualityEase of UseConnectivityReliability
1$2,499889278899185
2$3,299879479868883
3$3,499869382848587
4$1,999828576838488
5$1,799808374818285
6$2,799798277858681
7$1,299767872878384
8$1,799757975828186
9$999727568897982
10$899707366857779

Consumer Reports TV Testing Methodology

Our TV ratings are based on rigorous laboratory testing and reliability surveys from thousands of Consumer Reports members.

  • Picture Quality (35%): Color accuracy, contrast ratio, viewing angle, HDR performance
  • Ease of Use (20%): Remote design, menu navigation, smart TV interface
  • Connectivity (15%): HDMI ports, wireless capabilities, streaming performance
  • Sound Quality (15%): Audio clarity, bass response, dialogue intelligibility
  • Reliability (15%): Based on member surveys of brand reliability over time

Scores are on a 100-point scale. TVs scoring 75+ are recommended purchases.