The best TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X will be a big difference maker in how much you get out of your new-gen console. Now that PS5 stock shortages have settled down, and both platforms offer 4K resolutions with 120Hz refresh compatibility, we think it's a good time to grab a top screen that can harness all that power. From our experience of testing various TVs out: it's absolutely an investment worth making for this new generation.
We've been scouring the shelves to find the best TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X, and as many of you will expect, there are some fairly similar specs we've been looking out for. While the new consoles will obviously display 1080p resolutions so will still look good on older TVs, 4K with HDR is where things start to get interesting. Much has been made of the PS5 and Xbox Series X’s ability to output high-frame-rate 4K, that’s to say 4K at 120fps, but for the most part, we think it's more realistic to expect 4K at 60fps at least for the foreseeable. The good news is that all the best gaming TVs of note have HDMI connectivity supporting 4K at 60fps. Consider 4K at 120fps the icing on the cake - the best 120Hz 4K TVs are what you're after here.
We've put our top recommendations below, and you'll find suggestions to suit any budget. We've also used our price comparison software to show you the best deals on each pick in your area. TVs aren't the cheapest bit of gaming hardware, so hopefully, we can help you save a little of that hard-earned budget. Although the stock of the new-gen consoles has been hard enough to find, there's no shortage of great TV choices out there, so you should be able to find and buy something to suit you as soon as possible.
The best TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X in 2023
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The G3 OLED TV is the first flagship flatscreen from LG to feature a Micro Lens Array (MLA) panel with advanced brightness boosting algorithms, making it 70 percent brighter than entry-level OLED models. Ingenious Light Control Architecture and α9 AI Processor Gen6 create headroom for brighter peak whites without increasing power usage, meaning pictures have incredible dynamic snap and colour vibrancy.
Available in four screen sizes - 55-, 65- 77- and 83-inch screen sizes (OLED55G3, OLED65G3, OLED77G3, OLED83G3) - the G3 is designed to be wall mounted, so, unfortunately, no pedestal stand is included in the box. This is a pity, as you’ll have to budget for some optional boots.
On the other hand, all four HDMI ports are 4k 120HZ compatible, with eARC on HDMI 2. This provision makes the G3 an excellent option for console gamers. The panel supports HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Vision, although there’s no HDR10+ support. There’s also Freesync Premium and NVidia G-Sync VRR support for anyone interested in hooking up a gaming PC. A dedicated Game Optimizer menu groups all key gaming settings together, making for an easy time when fine-tuning the TV's various settings.
The G3's webOS platform has an all-new two-page design with nested folders for easier navigation. The G3 also features advanced AI for both imagery and audio, virtual 9.1.2 upscaling, and decoding of DTS, DTS X, and IMAX Enhanced audio.
We rate the LG G3 OLED TV as a top-of-the-line model that is perfect for both gaming and boxset bingeing - provided you can afford the lofty price point.
The LG C1 is another of LG's 2021 range and by golly, it's blown our socks off and proves to be a brilliant TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X.
With four 4K 120Hz-capable HDMI inputs, plus a dedicated Game Optimizer control panel, it has the first hallmarks of a great multi-console companion, and when you consider it also offers some of the best, premium image quality we've seen when testing TVs too, then everything starts to fit together brilliantly. With deep blacks, vibrant hues, and almost three-dimensional levels of details, this is an OLED to be ogled.
We found that motion handling has had a tweak from previous series of LG televisions: TruMotion Smooth is still around if you like a slick interpolated look, but there’s also a Cinematic Movement option that cleverly merges frame (it's witchcraft) so movies always look filmic. We enjoyed the high-level that HDR performed at too, while the C1 also C1 supports Dolby Vision, HDR10, HGiG, and HLG.
The set is available in a wide range of screen sizes, beginning at 48-inches (although this offers no appreciable cost saving over the step-up 55-incher), and boasts a powerful new processor, in the shape of LG’s 4th Gen Alpha 9 chipset. AI plays a role on the audio front too as AI Sound Pro upscales stereo and 5.1, and there’s a Dolby Atmos decoder on-board too. Nice.
If you’re looking to take home a premium OLED performer, the LG C1 is our most obvious recommendation. We think it earns a spot right next to its G1 brother, and offers an experience that's almost the same, but a few hundred dollars or pounds cheaper - if we could put them side by side we probably would. However, if you do have the budget, the G1 might also tempt you with its small but measurable advantages (see above again for that one).
Available in five screen sizes, from small to massive, this new Hisense A6G TV for PS5 and XSX impressed us as an excellent entry-level 4K HDR screen. And if you're looking to get a great TV for PS5 on a shoestring, you can get all but the biggest for less than $500 or £500 which is incredible value for money.
Design is de rigueur, with a slim bezel and spaced-out feet, and in terms of connections you're well equipped with three HDMIs on the rear. While there’s no 4K 120Hz support, we are paddling in budget waters here, but each of these ports does support ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) and VRR (Variable Refresh Rate), plus eARC. Also, Hisense claims an input lag of better than 20ms, but we measured it at a slower 48.2ms (1080/60) with Game mode selected during our testing.
But, especially for the price, the overall picture performance is good, with excellent fine detail and reasonable dynamics. Dolby Vision helps a lot, effortlessly making the set shine with Dolby Vision shows. We found the motion handling is accomplished too: 60Hz MEMC (Motion Estimation Motion Compensation) interpolation, presented in a variety of strengths, works well for general TV and sport.
The US iteration has Android TV with Chromecast built-in, while the UK version of the A6G comes with Hisense’s own Vidaa smart platform, plus Freeview Play - that translates to a good selection of streaming and catch-up players. So, all in, that's a win-win, and this Hisense is easily one of the top budget contenders for best TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X.
The A80J is one of Sony’s sleeper hits and is the second tier of their OLED range. As such, it boasts incredible picture quality in SDR and HDR thanks to Sony’s impressive Cognitive Processor XR. Movies are beautifully rendered in a cinematic film that is true to the director's intent. The exceptional contrast of OLED is put to excellent use here with deep inky blacks and clear, bright highlights. It’s not the brightest TV in the world but viewing it in the daytime and in bright lights was still a pleasant experience.
It supports Dolby Atmos Audio on top of doing native 3D surround upscaling of any audio source going into the TV. The TV can also live scan your room to best calibrate the sound. We found the sound adequate but like most TVs, a sound bar is recommended.
As a premium TV, the A80J comes with all the essentials. It has 4 HDMI 2.1 ports with two that support ALLM and VRR for 4K 120Hz gaming. Gaming is fantastic on this screen thanks to the 120 Hz refresh and low latency under 10ms. It only recently got a firmware update that brought VRR but its implementation isn’t as seamless and smooth as that on LG or Samsung TVs. And unlike competitors, there isn’t a dedicated Game mode interface to fine-tune the TV’s gaming settings.
It’s powered by Google TV so there are bountiful apps, games, and streaming services available. The OS runs fast and smooth and opens up Google Assistant and voice commands to users.
Overall, the Sony A80J is a great alternative to LG and Samsung panels even though it doesn’t quite match their gaming prowess.
Read more: Sony A80J review
Gloriously slim, with class-leading luminosity, this first QD-OLED from Samsung is eye-catching in every sense and could be the ground-breaking new Tv for PS5 or Xbox Series X we've all been waiting for.
Combining the characteristic OLED black levels with the high peak brightness and the expanded colour volume of Quantum Dot technology, the S95B is a superb choice - particularly if you prefer to use your TV in a room with high levels of ambient light.
All four HDMI inputs are v2.1 and support 4K 120fps sources, while there's also VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) with NVIDIA and AMD FreeSync support, plus ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode). Samsung also has a dedicated Game Hub interface. Input lag is low in Game mode; we measured it at 9.6ms (1080/60). HDMI 3 also has eARC, for use with a Dolby Atmos soundbar. In addition to this HDMI quartet, there’s a trio of USBs, a digital optical audio output, and Ethernet, and wireless connectivity covers Bluetooth and Wi-Fi - so you're well catered for no matter your setup
The smart platform of choice here is Samsung’s Tizen. It has a wide variety of streaming services on tap (Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, AppleTV+, BBC iPlayer, to name just a few), as well as Samsung’s own TV Plus IP-delivered channel service. It’s also compatible with SmartThings-connected devices.
Of course, the key attraction of the S95B is its QD-OLED panel and matching Neural Quantum Processor. The latter uses AI-driven Optimization to manage sound and vision, so you don’t need to think too much about it.
The image quality is spectacular. The level of detail is excellent, and its HDR performance is remarkable. We measured peak HDR brightness in excess of 1400 nits. Unfortunately, there’s no support for Dolby Vision, but you do get HLG, HDR10, and HDR10+ compatibility. It’s not just peak HDR brightness which glows: the set’s average picture level is high and this makes it easy to view in bright rooms, but can make for a fatiguing watch. It’s not subtle, and even the Game mode looks overwrought. On the plus side, 4K 120fps playback is buttery smooth.
All things considered, the Samsung S95B is a highly impressive QD-OLED debut. Its peak brightness is phenomenal, and colour depth is high. It never looks particularly cinematic though, and even in Game mode, pictures can seem over-saturated. Some will love the presentation though, and it's just a superb, sublime TV for gaming on PS5 and Xbox Series X. This could be how a whole new range of gaming TVs look in the future...
The LG C2 is a feature-packed, high-end 4K OLED with novel Brightness Boosting technology and a full fist of gaming support that we couldn't help but fall in love with during our testing.
At the heart of the C2 is an all-new processor: the Alpha 9 Gen 5. It’s this that powers the set's Brightness Boosting technology, which uses algorithms to enhance the brightest areas of an image in real-time and improve HDR handling. The result is a big improvement on last year’s C1 model. We found the overall image quality to be outstanding, with superb clarity, zero banding, and fabulous shadow detail.
The TV sports a slick new cosmetic design that should keep fashionistas happy, and we love LG’s cosmetic tweaks: the bezel is virtually non-existent, and the panel also sits on a more conventional central pedestal, which reduces the need for wide AV furniture. As for tweaks on the inside, there's a very well-appointed smart platform, webOS 22, which comes with all key streaming services, including Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and Apple TV. It’s compatible with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa smart systems, too, for voice control of inputs and channels, as well as content search when used alongside LG’s own ThinQ AI platform.
The LG C2 will serve you well in bright room viewing conditions, but can still look convincingly cinematic when the lights dim. Our advice is to master the provided image presets (Cinema Home and Natural are best for most content), and their associated image interpolation settings (Cinematic Movement is ideal for films and TV drama).
HDR support covers Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10, and HLG, as well as HGiG, the HDR gaming standard. All four HDMI inputs are v2.1 certified and support 4k 120Hz video, and there’s extensive VRR compliance too, including NVIDIA G-Sync and AMD FreeSync. The set’s Game Optimizer puts all key gaming parameters in one place, and with input lag down at 13.1ms (1080/60), this has all the makings of one of the best gaming TVs of 2022, hands down.
Overall, we found this to be - perhaps predictably - a truly stunning OLED display, and while there’s a high price to pay for being so absolutely fabulous, particularly when compared to its C1 predecessor, it's so worth it, and absolutely one of the best TVs for PS5 and Xbox Series X of 2022.
With the inevitable decrease in the C1's availability from now on, the C2 is brilliant and ready to take up the top mantle when the time is right...
Read more: LG OLED C2 review
The XR-75X95K is Sony’s first ever TV to deploy Mini LED technology - a system where using much smaller LED backlights allows far more of them to be squeezed into the TV’s 75-inch screen, delivering potentially more brightness and, even more importantly, finer light controls.
You’d never guess this was Sony’s first Mini LED rodeo from its picture quality. Immediately we were struck by how bright and colourful its images looked with both gaming and video sources, with its brightness, in particular, pushing comfortably beyond anything OLED screens can currently achieve. This ensures HDR pictures in particular enjoy spectacular, lifelike intensity and richness - though over time we also noticed how all this raw spectacle isn’t coming at the expense of an appreciation for the finer things in life such as pretty much infinitely subtle colour blending and shading, excellent shadow detailing, and precious little sign of lost shading and details in the very brightest HDR picture areas.
Controls are backed up by an impressive 600 separately controllable dimming zones. The cutting-edge screen technology is backed up by support for 4K/120Hz gaming, VRR and Dolby Vision HDR - though the two gaming-specific features here only work across two HDMIs, not all four. Smart features are provided by Google TV. This isn’t our favourite smart system due to its rather overwhelming and sometimes dictatorial feeling home screen. But it’s content rich and easier to get on with than its Android TV predecessor.
Black levels and backlight controls are mostly excellent by LCD TV standards too (if you can avoid watching from a wide angle, anyway), while the potent visuals are joined by a powerful, detailed and dynamic audio performance that rounds out the TV’s cinematic credentials perfectly. Occasional softness when showing motion and minor ‘flatness’ with mid-dark imagery don’t even come close to stopping the 75X95K from being overall an outstanding TV for its money.
This Sony A90K OLED TV might be relatively bijou, but it’s packed with advanced picture-making tech. Also available in a 48-inch version, this set shines as both a near-field gaming monitor, an everyday TV, and one of the best TVs for PS5 and Xbox Seres X that money can buy.
The star of the show, and key to its outstanding image clarity, is Sony's Cognitive Processor XR, which cleverly prioritises the elements of an image that our eyes naturally focus on. The result is a presentation that’s always detailed and dynamic. The A90K looks great with 4k streaming services, and the 4K 120fps gameplay is velvety smooth.
A downsized version of Sony’s Acoustic Surface Audio+ delivers crisp audio, courtesy of actuators that vibrate the screen. This technology works fine for dialogue clarity, but falls short when it comes to bass depth; the A90K can sound a little thin. There are four HDMI inputs, two of which are v2.1 enabled and capable of 4k 120fps playback. These also support VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) and ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode). One of the v2.1 inputs supports eARC but that happens to be one of the HDMI 21. ports... The set also has two USB inputs, a digital optical audio output, and Ethernet for Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity.
The A90K runs on the Google TV smart interface, which boasts all the popular streaming services such as Netflix, AppleTV+, Disney+, and Prime Video. There’s also support for Chromecast, Apple AirPlay, and Homekit.
Overall HDR performance is good, with high peak brightness measured at 700 nits with a 5 percent patch. HDR support covers Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG, but there’s no compatibility with HGiG, the HDR gaming standard. Connect a PlayStation 5 and you’ll benefit from Auto HDR Tone Mapping and Auto Genre Picture mode selection, which is useful. Input lag is average though, just 15ms (1080/60).
Overall, the Sony A90K is a superb-looking small-screen OLED TV for PS5 and XSX, but be aware of the niggles before you buy.
Read more: Sony A90K review
LG’s G2 is a 4K flagship OLED TV with an artful side. It's gifted the best panel technology available from LG Display, and an artful hang-on-the-wall design (no pedestal for furniture mounting supplied). And it's quite the statement as one of the best TVs for PS5 and Xbox Series X that money can buy.
Significantly, it offers the best picture performance we’ve yet seen from LG, benefitting from Brightness Boosting technology and an advanced Alpha 9 Gen 5 processor able to optimise picture brightness and HDR performance.
It’s here the G2 literally shines, expanses of white have a glorious luminosity, while contrasty HDR peaks sparkle on the screen.
The Alpha 9 Gen 5 processor is extremely powerful. It’s great with native 4k and uses deep learning to enhance HD upscaling by determining genre and scene information, to inform interpolation. There’s also AI object enhancement, a technique able to make foreground and background elements appear more distinct from one another, thereby giving a greater sense of depth to images. In terms of HDR compatibility, there's Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10, and HLG, as well as HGiG, the HDR gaming standard.
All four HDMI inputs support 4K 120Hz video playback, and VRR extends to NVIDIA G-Sync and AMD FreeSync and input lag is low at 13ms (1080/60). There’s also a handy onscreen Game Optimizer menu that collects relevant game settings for quick inspection. All of which results in a superb TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X that'll change the way you experience games.
Naturally, there’s plenty of entertainment onboard too so you're covered away from gaming with LG’s webOS 22 being well-stocked with services, and there’s also support for Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa smart systems.
Samsung elevated its excellent QLED panels with the introduction of the Neo QLED televisions in 2021 but in particular this Mini-LED-powered 4K flagship. And with deep blacks, terrific quality, colours and contrasts, and enviably precise HDR management, the QN95A impresses us enormously and is a real rival to the best that OLED can offer, making this one of the best QLED TVs going - though 2022's releases may have something to say about that.
Anyway, we found the image quality to be superb, thanks to an advanced AI-powered Neo Quantum 4K processor. An Intelligent Mode optimises all sources, making this is an easy screen to live with, whatever we watched or played too.
The TV has one of Samsung's One Connect Boxes which we found easy to connect to the set via a fibre optic cable, while an extra unit to factor into the setup, this does allow for four HDMI 2.1 connections meaning anyone with a multi-gaming-device setup is surely catered for well. Smart connectivity is provided by Tizen, Samsung’s smart TV platform and there’s a wide range of apps available, including Netflix, Prime Video, Apple TV+, Disney+, and Now, plus all the usual catch-up TV services.
New on the QN95A is the Game Bar, a dedicated interface for tweaks and adjustments which we found to be very useful, and we also found that the latency is very good too: we measured it at 10.1ms (1080/60), in standard Game mode. When it comes to HDR, HDR10, HLG, and HDR10+ Adaptive are all supported, but there’s no Dolby Vision compatibility.
We found that even the TV sound system is a cut above, thanks to Samsung’s OTS+ sound system so, overall, this is just a stunning high-end TV option. If you want the absolute best 4K QLED screen Samsung makes, then the Neo QLED QN95A is it.
For information, this television is referred to as the QN90A in the US, while in the UK and Europe it is called the QN95A.
Read more: Samsung QN95A review
What we found out from our testing is that the Sony X90J represents the biggest update to Sony’s mid-range 4K HDR range in years. The brand has been treading water somewhat and has been particularly slow to roll out the kind of High Frame Rate HDMI functionality next-gen gamers have been demanding. Now we can tell you that the X90J fixes that.
Two of its four HDMI inputs support 4K 120fps so that'll have you covered with any of the new-gen consoles, but, rather cutely, the TV will optimise picture parameters automatically for PlayStation 5 HDR, and automatically registered whether the PS5 is playing video content or a game when we tested it. Neat.
No matter what we used the TV for, however, the picture clarity is always outstanding, thanks largely to Sony’s new Cognitive XR Processor. This takes a rather different approach to picture processing than rivals and aims to replicate how people see objects in real life, by concentrating on natural focal points in the image. The screen is divided into zones and employs AI to determine where the ‘focal point’ is in the picture. It then concentrates its image processing on those parts of the picture. The only feature-based caveat is that we’re still waiting for a promised firmware update that will enable VRR (Variable Refresh Rate).
The X90J uses a Full-Array local dimming backlight system, which is precise enough to deliver deep blacks and plenty of dimensional shadow detail. There’s support for Dolby Vision too, but not HDR10+. Still, it does warrant IMAX Enhanced certification, which can’t be bad. The Cognitive Processor XR also handles audio, analysing the sound position within a signal to match what’s on the screen, and upconverting where necessary. This works well with Sony’s Acoustic Multi Audio System. Speaker drivers have been placed around the minimal frame, resulting in a larger, more involving soundstage.
Overall, we rate the X90J a winner and a particularly great choice for best TV for PS5 owners specifically.
Read more: Sony X90J review
The Q80T is another awesome TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X from Samsung's 'slightly older' ranges.
However, this status of being not at the top of the pyramid anymore does bring its advantage: a reducing and low price tag. As a result, and because the Q80T offers excellent image quality and 120Hz capability the value here is absolutely incredible, and makes for a fine purchase, particularly if you can't quite stretch to the latest NeoQLED TVs from Samsung.
Anyway, elsewhere on this Q80T screen you will not be disappointed: there's dynamic HDR, superb colour fidelity (and a full-array backlight upping the ante on both of these), and razor-sharp detail. package. In addition to 4K 120fps support, there’s VRR and ALLM, too, plus FreeSync support for anyone hooking this up to a PC for gaming. The OST (Object Sound TrackIng) audio system is also great, which positions speakers both top and bottom of the set, offering a different edge to the best TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X.
The icing on the cake is a two-speed Game Mode. Game Motion Plus keeps some picture processing turned on, for maximum eye candy, while hardcore Game mode just improves input lag, to an astonishing 8.7ms (1080/60).
Read more: Samsung Q80T review
LG’s OLEDs tend to hog the limelight, but its Nanocell screens are an intriguing LED-based alternative. This 9-series model sports two high-speed 4K 120 fps compatible inputs, handy if you’re planning to play in both camps.
It’s a mid-range performer when it comes to HDR brightness, but full array dimming keeps the dynamics nice and tight. This, coupled with relatively low image lag, makes for a good gaming screen. The set is also compatible with HDMI VRR and ALLM.
A quick up and down scroll on this page will show you that when shopping for a top TV for your PS5 or Xbox Series X, LG is one of the best brands out there - and our testing only proves that even further. Brand new in 2021 we're big fans of the gorgeous LG G1. It would be even higher on this list were it not for two things. It can be hard to find, and, more annoyingly, you'll have to pay extra for feet or a pedestal stand if you're not planning on wall-mounting it. Poor show, LG.
It's a good thing you've got one of the best screens we've ever seen and an excellent game optimizer mode that lets you swap between presets modes for first-person shooter, RGPS and RTS titles. We found the latency to be super low, and you have four HDMI 2.1 ports, which is fantastic for running compatible titles at 120Hz.
In our testing, the new Web OS platform was super smooth too, and is much better at browsing through multiple streaming services. But it's the OLED EVO panel that's really won us over with exceptional brightness and naturally sharp images. Motion handling has never been better too for gaming and movies alike.
Tech speak - features to look out for
There are some particular terms to look out for when scouting for the best TV for PS5; swot up here.
The first is the ubiquitous, dedicated Game modes that will adorn all modern TVs. These tend to eliminate picture processing to reduce input lag. Low input lag is vital when it comes to competitive gaming, but is largely irrelevant if you’re spending your time on Animal Crossing. Low input lag without all that processing sugar and spice, means eye candy gets lost. This is why Samsung offers two tiers of Game Mode - more of which later. Unacceptable input lag for gaming on a TV is anything higher than 30ms. Some of our chosen screens offer a blistering 15ms or lower.
Other niceties to look for are VRR and ALLM. The latter is more common than the former. ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) allows a TV to automatically switch to Game mode when it receives an ALLM signal from your console. When an ALLM signal ends, the TV reverts to its previous picture mode. It’s a convenience feature, simply put.
HDMI VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) is a standard adopted by game consoles that allow games to supply a TV with a frame as soon as it is rendered. This ensures low input lag, and eliminates the judder and tearing artifacts which can be seen if a frame is sent at a fixed frequency that doesn’t align with the rendering speed. In short, HDMI VRR is a good thing, although you’ll only find it on more expensive TVs. The only TV maker currently offering VRR and ALLM, along with high frame rate 4K video is LG.
Do you need a 4K TV for PS5 and Xbox Series X?
Well, in order to start out really simply: no, you do not need a 4K TV to play on the new-gen consoles. In fact, a lot of games still look excellent at 1080p, particularly on more modest sized screens.
However, let it be said, that 4K has basically become the standard for console gaming companions now. You will enjoy far greater picture quality and fidelity, frame rates, and get the best colours and contrasts with HDR tech too - and that's naming only a few benefits. So, while you don't need a 4K TV for Xbox Series X or PS5, your experience will be far, far superior - that's why all the picks on this page from us and our experts are of that variety.
Do most 4K TVs support 120Hz?
Because the two terms and specs ('4K' and '120Hz', respectively) are becoming more and more intertwined, this is an increasingly common question. But the answer is a clear 'no' - for now. As it stands, it's still the minority of 4K TVs for PS5 and Xbox Series X that genuinely offer 120Hz capability, but much like all TV panel tech, it is beginning to become more prevalent and 'trickle down' through the tiers of televisions.
Thus, by default, not all 4K TVs have the refresh rate of 120Hz offered by HDMI 2.1 ports - you'll have to look out for these features specifically when you're browsing for TVs.
What TV screen type is best for PS5 and Xbox Series X?
If you want the absolute best screen for your PS5 or Xbox Series X, then the answer to this question can be quite specific: we don't think many people would disagree that if the absolute best screen type for presenting games to our eyes is probably a QLED screen or an OLED screen. These are by far the two most superior screen types for gaming and these are what you want to aim for tech-wise.
However, you can always increase your options a bit by incorporating price. Away from the technical specifications and features, there are some genuinely good screens that are LCD or LED that could be the best TV screen type for you and your gaming setup. If you can get to a store and see TVs running some imagery, then having an 'in the flesh' look will definitely help - but just for downright image brilliance, you have to look at QLED and OLED televisions.
Is 4K 60Hz good for PS5?
In short, yes! This is related to the above question and answer and the stark fact that we are lacking in those games that can run at 120Hz, but also in the fact that 60Hz on a massive 4K TV is still a fine experience. In fact, those of us who have bought a 4K TV during the last generation with the PS4 or Xbox One will have a TV that is still a great performer for PS5 and Xbox Series X: 60Hz is still smooth, and if the new-gen console can utilise true 4K resolutions at that refresh rate then this is a treat in itself.
If you're in desperate need of an upgrade, or want to make a solid display upgrade to get the most out of your new console, then we'd still advise aiming for those with that 120Hz capability - it'll future proof you and also bag you the best features elsewhere. However, a 4K 60HZ TV is still going to be a good panel, plus they will liekyl cost you way less too.
Do you need a 4K 120Hz TV for Xbox Series X and PS5?
Yes, but also no. As has been said and analysed a few times since the PS5's and Xbox Series X's launch, while both consoles are capable of producing 4K images and games at a blistering 120Hz refresh rate, we are still lacking somewhat in the amount of games we can actually play at that speed and resolution combo. The games will come though, so this is why folks are using it as a useful and genuinely realistic target when looking to upgrade their displays.
However, if you are aiming for a sizeable and tangible technical upgrade in your gaming TV upgrade, then it definitely pays to aim for a TV that's capable of 120Hz as these are the panels which will also house all the other best features and benefits for gaming more generally too.
Looking for something a bit more lowkey to upgrade your setup? Then check out our guides for the best PS5 headsets and best Xbox Series X headsets. We've also listed the best PS5 accessories and best Xbox Series X accessories. We're also showing you how to save on the Xbox Series X price despite stock woes.
