The Best TVs of 2026 So Far

I have been tracking TV deals and new releases for years. My friends and family watch me compare new models during CES and look for discounts during Prime Day or Black Friday. They often ask how much TVs can change over the years.

This is a valid question. If you are not a serious gamer, the difference between an OLED TV from this year and last year is not very exciting. But the best TVs of 2026 are quite different.

The conversation about the best TV has been between QLED and OLED. QLED TVs are brighter but struggle with black levels. OLED TVs have better contrast and picture quality in dark rooms but are not as vibrant in bright rooms. RGB is a mix of both.

RGB does not automatically make OLED and QLED second and third choice. Big brands like Samsung, LG, and Hisense have new OLED and QLED models that are still competitive.

Let's look at the new models before more come out. Whether you are watching the World Cup or a movie marathon, these are the best TVs of 2026 so far.

The Samsung R95H is the best RGB TV of 2026. It is not the 115-inch Samsung RGB TV that costs $30,000. Samsung made its Micro RGB technology more affordable.

The Samsung R95H has a vivid and realistic color palette. It covers 95-100% of the BT.2020 color spectrum and reproduces over 2,000 Pantone-validated colors. Samsung uses AI to adjust shades and deliver precise contrast.

The R95H has a clearer picture than the cheaper R85H RGB line. It has a native refresh rate of 165Hz and supports Samsung's newest HDR format. It also has a Wireless One Connect Box and glare-free coating.

The Samsung R95H only comes in four sizes.

The 65-inch R95H costs $3,199.99.

The 75-inch R95H costs $4,499.99.

The 85-inch R95H costs $6,499.99.

If you need a smaller TV, Sony has a 55-inch or 50-inch option.

The Samsung S95H is the best OLED TV of 2026. It serves a different purpose than the R95H. It has pixel-by-pixel dimming for elite contrast.

The S95H has a great contrast ratio and deep black levels. It is good for watching movies in dark rooms. It also has high peak brightness for lit rooms.

The S95H has an anti-glare screen and a floating wall mount. It is the first Samsung OLED with the Samsung Art Store.

The Samsung S95H comes in four sizes.

The 55-inch S95H costs $2,499.99.

The 65-inch S95H costs $3,399.99.

The 77-inch S95H costs $4,499.99.

The 83-inch S95H costs $6,499.99.

The TCL X11L Google TV is the brightest TV of 2026. It has a Super Quantum Dot backlight with up to 10,000 nits of peak brightness.

The TCL X11L has a high zone count for precise darkening. It is good for home theaters and rooms with lots of windows.

The X11L's size range is limited to three options.

The 75-inch X11L costs $4,999.99, or $3,999.99 on sale.

The 85-inch X11L costs $7,999.99, or $5,999.99 on sale.

The 98-inch X11L costs $9,999.99.

TCL also has budget-friendly SQD TV tiers: The QM7L and QM8L.

The mini LED Hisense U6 Pro Fire TV is the best budget TV of 2026. It has a robust full-array local dimming setup and reaches 1,200 nits at peak brightness.

The U6 Pro has a vibrant picture and deep black levels. It also has an anti-glare finish to minimize reflections.

The U6 Pro has a native 144Hz refresh rate and two HDMI 2.1 ports, making it good for gaming or watching sports.

The U6 Pro has a good size range.

The 55-inch U6 Pro costs $849.99, or $597.99 on sale.

The 65-inch U6 Pro costs $1,099.99, or $749.99 on sale.

The 75-inch U6 Pro costs $1,399.99, or $848.99 on sale.

The 85-inch U6 Pro costs $1,999.99, or $1,197.99 on sale.

The 100-inch U6 Pro costs $3,499.99, or $2,297.99 on sale.

The LG Gallery TV with Frame is the best art TV of 2026. It is a matte mini LED TV with interchangeable frames.

The LG Gallery TV is a direct competitor to The Frame or The Frame Pro. It has a Magic Remote and won't risk burn-in if left on all day.

The LG Gallery TV makes up most of the big art TV news of the year. Samsung and Hisense have also made updates to their art TV lineups.

The LG Gallery TV only comes in two sizes as of June.

The 55-inch Gallery TV costs $1,299.99.

The 65-inch Gallery TV costs $1,799.99.

Topics: Samsung, Best of 2026

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