With so many choices, finding the best Samsung TV for your home can be a challenge without some way to filter them through features, design, and general quality. At Livingetc, Samsung has always been on our radar because of the brand's commitment to televisions like The Frame, which puts aesthetics on a level with technology. Still, the company's offering goes much further than this.
This guide to our top Samsung TV picks will hopefully aid the decision-making process with examples to meet every budget. Want 8K? Or are you dead set on OLED? You will find the TVs below. We will update this article as new releases come out, too, with the 2023 crop just around the corner.
Keep reading to see what we choose. For more information on what the different companies currently excel at, visit our guide to the best TV brands.
The best Samsung TVs we recommend in 2024
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Samsung has finally embraced OLED technology with the release of sets like the S95D 4K OLED TV, marking a shift from its previous QLED panels. This move offers Samsung enthusiasts the opportunity to experience the benefits of OLED technology while staying loyal to the brand.
Samsung claims to have enhanced the OLED technology with Quantum Dots, promising improved colors, brightness, and detail. The S95D is available in 55", 65", and 77" sizes and is equipped with Dolby Atmos and Object Tracking Sound for an immersive audio experience. Additionally, its LaserSlim design ensures an exceptionally thin profile, further complementing the stunning display.
The Samsung Q60C 4K QLED TV is a fantastic choice for those seeking a high-quality TV without breaking the bank. This TV is available in various sizes, and, while it may not boast the most eye-catching design, it incorporates advanced technology to enhance your viewing experience. It automatically upscales films and TV shows to 4K, and its Dual LED backlighting adjusts based on the content being displayed.
Users can also enjoy the convenience of Alexa and Google Assistant integration, with the former included with the TV. The Object Tracking Sound Lite feature delivers adaptive sound presets, ensuring an immersive audio experience.
If you've been here before, you'll know how much we love The Frame TV range, with its matte display making everything look like a work of art and interchangeable bezels helping the TV blend into its surroundings like no other model. Samsung knows it's got a winner here, so the range gets an update almost every year.
Once a little behind the times, The Frame now sports a QLED panel, Dolby Atmos audio, an 85-inch version, and a motion sensor to save on power when you're not in the room. The Art Store allows you to download artwork for your display, and the anti-glare panel also makes positioning in a brighter room much easier.
Is it worth investing in the best 8K TV right now? That's up for debate, but for those seeking to future-proof their entertainment setup and enjoy an unparalleled viewing experience in their homes, Samsung offers a range of 8K options, including the Samsung QN800C Neo QLED. This TV stands out with its integration of Mini LEDs and a remarkable 4320p image. It excels at upscaling Full HD and 4K content, while also supporting native 8K material.
The TV is also equipped with an anti-reflection layer, effectively minimizing screen glare in well-lit rooms. Samsung's 'infinity screen' design, achieved through a slim bezel, delivers a captivating edge-to-edge viewing experience, further enhancing the TV's overall visual appeal.
One thing Samsung can boast over its rivals is a range of outdoor-ready TVs. The Terrace is entirely weatherproof and optimized for outdoor conditions, meaning having a flatscreen outside is no longer only a privilege for the super-wealthy. The Terrace has the same 4K resolution and QLED panel as other TVs on this list but with better anti-glare and brightness technology.
Note that this model is designed for partial sun conditions, meaning it won't withstand direct sunlight. Still, provided you position it sensibly, you could be enjoying outdoor movie nights in no time.
How to choose the best Samsung TV for your home
Are Samsung TVs worth buying?
Samsung is currently the TV brand with the largest number of models, so a set from the brand will undoubtedly tempt you at one time or another. As you can tell from this guide, Samsung TVs cover many areas, from small or large screens to 8K and OLED.
In our rundown of the best TV brands, Samsung did well in many categories. It came top for mid-range televisions, as well as for 8K and larger screens. We're big fans, reasonably priced, and have slightly out-of-the-box choices like the Samsung Serif and Frame.
For more, you can head over to our heads to heads for Samsung vs. Sony, Samsung vs. LG TV, and Samsung vs. Hisense.
Which is better OLED or QLED?
QLED has traditionally been pitched to consumers as a more affordable version of OLED, but this isn't entirely true. While QLED is an adaptation of LCD technology with a quantum dot layer, QLED has no backlight. Instead, OLED uses individual self-lighting pixels to create a richer image with deeper blacks, brighter colors, wider viewing angles, and other perks.
Both have pros and cons, which we explore in our guide to QLED vs. OLED.
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