Best 85-Inch TV for 2026
With all the televisions available today and all the technical terms and jargon associated with television technology, it can be difficult to understand what’s important. Here’s a quick guide to help clear up the confusion.
Price: TVs range in price from $100 to over $2,000. Smaller screens are cheaper, well-known brands are more expensive, and spending more money can also get you better picture quality. Most entry-level TVs offer a good enough picture for most people, but they last a long time. So it may be worth spending more to get a better image. It’s also better to buy a TV in the fall, when prices are lower.
Screen size: Bigger is better in our book. We recommend a size of at least 43 inches for a bedroom TV and at least 55 inches for a living room or master TV, and 65 inches or larger is preferred. More than any other “feature,” increasing the TV screen size is the best use of your money. One of the most common post-TV purchase complaints we’ve heard comes from people who didn’t try hard enough. You rarely hear people complain that their TV is too big.
Ability: With entry-level TVs, the most important feature is the type of smart TV system the TV uses. Among mid-range models, look for a feature including full local dimming, mini-LED, and a 120Hz refresh rate, which (unlike some other extras) help improve the picture, in our experience. Among high-end TVs, OLED technology is your best option.
For more tips on buying a TV, see How to Buy a TV.
