How to Choose a TV (Fast 2025 Guide)

The quick, no-fluff checklist for getting the right TV for movies, sports or gaming. Save it, compare, and you’ll avoid the common pitfalls.

1) Size vs. viewing distance

• 2.0–2.4 m: 50–55″
• 2.4–3.0 m: 55–65″
• 3.0–3.6 m: 65–75″
• 3.6 m+: 75″+

2) Panel type (image quality)

• OLED: best contrast & blacks; excellent for movies, great gaming; dimmer at full-screen daylight scenes.
• QLED / Mini-LED (VA): very bright & punchy; great for bright rooms and sports.
• IPS / basic LED: wide viewing angles, moderate contrast; budget-friendly.

3) Resolution & HDR

• 4K is the sweet spot; avoid 8K for now.
• Look for HDR formats supported: HDR10 (baseline), Dolby Vision (nice to have).

4) Gaming features

• 120 Hz panel + HDMI 2.1 for PS5 / Xbox Series X and PCs.
• VRR / ALLM support reduces tearing and lag.

5) Smart OS & ports

• WebOS / Google TV / Tizen — all good; choose the apps you need.
• Ensure enough HDMI ports, incl. one eARC for a soundbar/AVR.
• Ethernet gives the most stable 4K streaming.

6) Sound & mounting

• Built-in speakers are okay; a soundbar improves clarity & bass.
• Check the VESA mount pattern for wall mounting.

Quick checklist before you buy

• Right size for your room & distance.
• Panel type matches your light conditions & priorities.
• Gaming? 120 Hz + HDMI 2.1 + VRR/ALLM.
• HDR10 / Dolby Vision if you care.
• Enough HDMI ports + eARC for soundbar.