The best 120Hz 4K TVs 2024, ideal for PS5 and Xbox Series X

The best 120Hz 4K TVs are essential for gamers, movie lovers and sports fans. That's because the combination of 4K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate brings improved clarity and smoothness to whatever you're playing or watching.

A 120Hz refresh rate on a TV means you’ll not only see things much more clearly in motion, but you'll see faster response times, which is crucial for competitive gamers – the best 120Hz TVs dominate our list of the best gaming TVs for these reasons. This guide also has 144Hz TVs, which can be useful for PC gaming. While 120Hz gaming is available on Xbox Series X and PS5 currently, the arrival of the PS5 Pro means more games will be running at 120fps – and the TVs in this list will run them with ease. Higher refresh rates also mean 24fps movies can play without the frustrating judder you may have noticed on some cheaper TVs, if you have a source that can deliver 24fps, such as an Apple TV 4K (2022).

We test the best 120Hz TVs with the latest gaming consoles to make sure they work as intended, and we use specialized equipment to measure the input lag – it's not about what manufacturers claim, but about what you get in real life. We also check their image quality, naturally – everything still needs to look great!

The quick list

Want to cut to the chase and find out which 120Hz TVs are the best? Below, you’ll find a roundup of our choices. You can also jump to a more detailed write-up of every TV for more information, based on our in-depth reviews.

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James Davidson

I'm TechRadar's TV specialist writer, and I've tested everything from budget 32-inch TVs up to the world’s most elite OLED TVs – and I've used that experience to craft this guide, along with input TechRadar's AV editors. Before joining TechRadar, I worked for several years at a leading AV retailer, dealing with everything from Bluetooth speakers to custom home theater installations.

The best 120Hz TV for most people

The Samsung S90C is the best option for most people, with a picture that captures the contrast-rich images and deep blacks of an OLED, coupled with the stunning brightness of a QLED. This results in a picture that gives it an edge over the LG C2 (featured further down our list) and C3.

For gamers, there is support for HDMI 2.1 across all four ports, VRR, ALLM and a host of other gaming features including a dedicated game bar and hub to really get the best out of your games – and support for both 4K 120Hz or 4K 144Hz from PC.

Although it lacks Dolby Vision for Xbox Series X gamers and movie viewing, the picture itself is dynamic and bright enough that you get an excellent level of HDR impact without it.

The S90C may lack the even more ridiculous brightness of the S95D (also in this list) but we found its pictures to be supremely consistent and immersive. And with the S90C being so much cheaper than the S95D, you really are getting great value for money.

Getting the best of both OLED and QLED technology in one picture at a more budget friendly price than the S95D is a no-brainer, if your budget stretches to it. Even its built-in audio is good. Paired with all the great gaming features on offer, it's no surprise that the S90C is our pick for best 120Hz TV overall. But there's a caveat about the 83-inch model – this uses a totally different OLED panel. While it's still a 120Hz TV, it's nowhere near as bright as the other sizes.

Read our full Samsung S90C review

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The best value 120Hz TV

The Hisense U7N comes equipped with the majority of features of a premium 120Hz TV, but at a fraction of the cost (especially in the US). It also has a bold, vibrant picture with plenty of detail that is sure to get the best out of your games.

The U7N offers up to 4K, 144Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision gaming, VRR (including AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and Nvidia GSync), ALLM and a dedicated Game Mode with a Game Bar for easy game-settings adjustment. With a bright-enough picture as well, the U7N will suit daytime gaming in bright rooms, as well as evening sessions. Sadly, it only comes with two HDMI 2.1 ports, compared with the four you'll find on many TVs on this list, but this is one of the U7N's only gaming downsides.

It's not just features where the U7N outperforms its price, but also performance. Gaming performance feels smooth and seamless, with quick camera movements in FPS games feeling easy on the eyes even at 120fps. Picture quality is also great, with plenty of dynamic punch, vivid color and rich contrast for both games and movies that's sure to enhance your home viewing.

It isn't all perfect with the U7N, because its built-in sound is a little lacking compared to other mini-LED sets, and its picture quality does suffer when viewed from off-center, with backlight blooming become more prevalent and contrast fading. But, it really is tough to argue against what you get for your money, as the U7N is unbeatable value for a 120Hz TV.

Read our full Hisense U7N review

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Best mid-range 120Hz TV

As far as mid-range TVs go, the Q80D is easily one of the best available – and with an extensive list of gaming features and great picture and performance, it sits among the best 120Hz TVs you can buy.

A low 9.8ms input lag means gaming performance is smooth, seamless and ultra-responsive. Couple this with a list of gaming features including 4K 120Hz, VRR (AMD FreeSync Premium included) and ALLM support, and Samsung's useful Gaming Hub and you have nearly enough the full gaming package. We thought the Q80D couldn't impress anymore for gaming, but it also displays graphics with powerful contrast and sharp detail. Our reviewer described the Q80D as "good a mid-range gaming TV as I’ve seen" and it's easy to see why.

The Q80D's stunning black levels and contrast also carry over to movies. Some out-of-the-box color issues were obvious during our testing, but they can be solved by tweaking settings, leaving you with an accomplished mid-range TV that outperforms its price.

The Q80D also has excellent built-in audio, with directional sound, an object tracking sound feature and bass all serving as highlights. We described it in our review as "a strong general competitor to other examples of the best TVs for sound" (such as the more premium Sony Bravia 8 and Samsung S90C OLED TVs). Good built-in sound can be vital for competitive gaming and the Q80D won't fail to impress.

If you're looking for an excellent gaming TV companion at a price that won't break the bank, you can't go wrong with the Samsung Q80D.

Read our full Samsung Q80D review

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The best 120Hz TV for sizes

The LG C4 covers a lot of the bases. It's available in sizes from 42 to 83 inches, has excellent picture quality, a competitive mid-range OLED price and stacks of gaming features including up to 144Hz refresh rate for the first time in the LG C series.

Whether it's 42-inch, 83-inch or any size in between, you'll still be getting four HDMI 2.1 ports with 144Hz refresh rate, VRR (including AMD FreeSync and Nvidia G-Sync), ALLM and Dolby Vision gaming built-in. You'll also get LG's Game Optimizer that sets the C4 to its optimum gaming settings, which can be adjusted further.

But, it's not just gaming where the C4 excels but also movies. With improved brightness levels over its predecessor, the C3 (we measured the C4 at 1,025 nits peak brightness compared to the C3's 830 nits) has even better contrast and detail than before. It also does a great job of handling reflections - ideal for daytime movie viewing and gaming.

While it doesn't quite achieve top-of-the-list status due to its average built-in audio performance and will stretch your budget compared to LED and mini-LED models, for those looking for a gaming OLED that can fit the largest living room to the smallest bedroom, the C4 won't let you down.

Read our full LG C4 OLED TV review

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The best cheap 120Hz OLED TV

The LG B4 serves as the entry-level OLED in LG's 2024 lineup. Compared to its B3 predecessor, it carries more gaming features, with four HDMI 2.1 ports, and offers a new 48-inch size option.

We described the B4 as a "relatively budget powerhouse" in the world of gaming TVs, and with its list of features – 4K 120Hz, VRR (AMD FreeSync and Nvidia GSync included), Dolby Vision gaming and ALLM – it's easy to see why. Put all that with a solid picture and smooth performance thanks to a 9.1ms input lag time and you get a superb lower-cost OLED for gaming.

The B4's picture is also great for movies, as it delivers excellent contrast and shadow detail, punchy color and solid motion handling. It also offers a new Dolby Vision Filmmaker Mode that during our review we found to give an "accurate, director-approved presentation without having to muck with picture adjustments". With a fairly average peak brightness of 656 nits (measured on a 10% HDR white window), It isn't the brightest OLED around, but at this entry-level price, it's tough to argue against the B4's impressive picture.

Everything isn't perfect with the B4 – its built-in sound quality is average at best and it doesn't have HDR10+ support, but these are the only real negatives in what is an accomplished budget OLED TV that many will find to be more than up to the task for gaming.

Read our full LG B4 review

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The best premium 144Hz OLED TV

Bringing a bold, detailed and crisp QD-OLED picture with a plethora of gaming features, the Samsung S95D delivers the dynamic, premium experience that gamers are looking for. And with new anti-reflection finish on the screen, OLED gaming can finally be enjoyed in the brightest of rooms without you cursing that you couldn't see that enemy behind your own reflection.

Supporting 144Hz refresh rate, VRR including AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, ALLM and even more gaming features, all across four HDMI 2.1 ports, the S95D covers all the gaming bases. It also comes with Samsung's Game Hub, keeping gaming-centric features in one place, incluidng cloud based gaming apps from Xbox, Luna, Nvidia GeForce Now and more.

But it's not just features where the S95D impresses for gaming, but also its performance. We measured a super-low 8.9ms input lag time, and when paired with the S95D's stunning visual chops, it really is one of the most elite gaming TVs available.

Aesthetically, it's also a beautiful TV, with a sleek design headlined by its 'floating' appearance, thanks to its cleverly designed stand. Built-in audio is also good, with excellent object tracking and plenty of bass.

The S95D is definitely a premium gaming TV though, carrying a higher price tag than a lot of other gaming TVs on the market. But, if you can stretch your budget to the S95D's range, it's well worth it.

Read our full Samsung S95D review

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An ideal 120Hz OLED TV for PS5

If you're a PS5 owner, there's no better OLED TV than the Sony Bravia 8, which offers 'Perfect for PS5' features, good HDR brightness and built-in sound that's better than what you get with most other TVs.

The Bravia 8 supports 4K 120Hz, Dolby Vision gaming, VRR and ALLM, but it's the 'Perfect for PS5' picture settings and HDR Tone Mapping that activates when the Bravia 8 detects a PS5 that make it a top choice for PS5 owners. While its 12.8ms input lag time isn't as low as rivals like the LG C4, it's still a decent figure that most gamers will be happy with. Unfortunately, the Bravia 8 is limited to two HDMI 2.1 ports, so those with multiple consoles plus a soundbar may need to look elsewhere.

The Bravia 8's picture quality isn't just great when gaming but when watching movies too. In our review, we were impressed by the Bravia 8's natural but dynamic colors that looked particularly good with Dolby Vision content. The Bravia 8 also benefits from a brightness boost over its A80L predecessor (it measured at 816 nits compared to the A80L's 741 nits) that adds a bit extra punch to the picture. While it also did a solid job of handling reflections, the Bravia 8 is best viewed in dimmer or dark conditions to really allow its colors to pop.

One of the Bravia 8's standout features is its built-in speakers. Sound placement on and around the screen is strikingly accurate and its height speakers provide immersive Dolby Atmos effects. Its Acoustic Surface Audio+ feature turns the entire screen into a speaker, resulting in a clear and powerful sound that beats most other TVs. The Bravia 8's bass is still a little lacking, but overall its sound provides a good level of immersion for gaming and movies.

Read our full Sony Bravia 8 review

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Other 120Hz TVs to consider

Support for 120Hz gaming has become an increasingly widespread feature on TVs, so numerous models we've recently reviewed didn’t make the cut for this list but are otherwise worthy of consideration.

There are several premium OLED TV options for those looking for an alternative to the Samsung S95D, with the most notable being the LG G4 – LG's flagship 4K OLED for 2024. The G4's four HDMI 2.1 ports support 4K 144Hz, VRR (AMD FreeSync and Nvidia G-Sync included), HGiG, Dolby Vision gaming and ALLM. We were thoroughly impressed with the LG G4's gaming performance, but ultimately put the S95D on our list due to its impressive anti-reflection screen that makes it perfect for daytime gaming.

Panasonic has joined the fray with its own excellent 120Hz TV options. The Panasonic Z95A serves as an alternative to the Samsung S95D, with a superb list of features including 4K 144Hz, VRR (AMD FreeSync and Nvidia GSync), ALLM and more, but it's missing from this list due to its high price tag. There's also the Panasonic Z85A, a solid mid-range OLED option to the LG C4, though the C4 bests that model when it comes to price vs performance and features.

If you're in the UK, it's worth considering two of Philips' 2024 OLEDs, the Philips OLED809 and OLED909. Both provide 4K 144Hz, VRR, ALLM, Dolby Vision gaming and more for excellent gaming. But, it's the Ambilight feature that gives these TVs a unique flavor, with bold colors that extend from behind the screen from a set of LED lights on the rear panel. While some may find it distracting, we love it.

Anyone looking for a step-up over our budget and mid-range options, the Hisense U7N and Samsung Q80D respectively, consider the following TVs. The Samsung QN90D offers a wealth of gaming features and excellent motion processing but is a little too pricey to fit into the two mentioned categories. There's also the Hisense U8N and TCL C855 (if you're in the UK), both offering spectacular pictures for gaming and a list of features – 4K 144Hz, Dolby Vision gaming, VRR and more – for less than the QN90D. But again the Q80D offers better value for money in terms of price vs performance in the mid-range category.

If you want a super-bright TV for gaming, look to Sony's flagship TV for 2024, the Sony Bravia 9. Its superb backlight control and high brightness combine for excellent contrast which makes next-gen graphics pop. The Bravia 9's sound is also immersive enough to add an extra layer to your gaming. It misses out on the list due to its very high price tag, but if you have the money it's worth it.

How to choose the best 120Hz TV

Choosing the best 120Hz TV for you isn't too different from choosing any other TV – it just means that you've settled on one crucial element already (whether you want a 60Hz screen or a 120Hz screen), which means you'll be buying more from the premium end of things.

But the other questions remain open. For example, do you want an OLED or an LED TV? We've written a an OLED vs LED vs LCD guide that covers the tech types in depth, but in summary, LED has a backlight whereas OLED pixels produce their own light.

OLED might seem like the better, cooler type of tech – and in many ways it is – offering excellent contrast and viewing angles, but you might get better brightness and/or a cheaper price with an LED or mini-LED TV. Response times do tend to be better with OLED TVs, too, which means if you're after the best TV for gaming, we'd usually suggest you pick OLED – unless you play during the day in a bright room, in which case one of the best mini-LED TVs would be preferable.

HDMI 2.1 ports are very important, because this is what's required to receive a 4K 120Hz signal from your console. All 120Hz TVs will include at least two, but some LG and Samsung TVs comes with four HDMI 2.1 ports, and if you're a hardcore gamer who'll own multiple consoles, we strongly recommend choosing one of these.

Admittedly, some players may not notice a drastic difference when they first use a 120Hz TV with a next-gen console, but we think that refresh rates are crucial for certain games. For example, you'll really be able to see a difference in fast-paced shooters or racing games, where quick reflexes and frame pacing counts.

It might seem like an obvious consideration, but bear size in mind when you're looking for a new 120Hz 4K TV. If you're going to be using it as your main screen, you'll need to be sure it fits into the space you have available. If it'll be in a second room specifically for gaming, you might not want to go for the biggest available size but instead choose a small display, such as the LG C4, which is available at 42 inches.

And don't forget sound. A lot of TVs don't have great built-in speakers, but some are better than others. If you'll play mostly with a headset, then that's no problem either way. If you already own one of the best soundbars, or are happy to buy one, then that solves the problem too. But if you don't want any extras, look out for TVs we've mentioned as including great audio.

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How we test the best 120Hz TVs

We review TVs with a range of different content. Of course, next-gen gaming takes priority in this guide, but we imagine you'll also want to know what movies and TV shows are like to watch as well.

In order to test the input lag, we use a Leo Bodnar 4K HDMI Video Signal Lag Tester, which sends a signal to the TV and measures how quickly that signal is visible using its own sensor. We use colorimeter to test the brightness levels and color accuracy of the TVs, in conjunction with a bit-perfect test pattern generator to create the images that are measured. We connect a latest-gen game console to ensure that features such as 4K 120Hz support, variable refresh rate, or Dolby Vision gaming work as expected.

As well as judging all of the key specs you need in a gaming TV, such as refresh rates and HDMI connection options, we're also looking for good picture quality, vibrant colors and viewing angles to suit all kinds of rooms.

Sound is less of a priority with most gaming TVs as you'll get the best experience from gaming headphones or a soundbar, but it's always good to know you'll get a decent built-in experience. Which is why we've also detailed what it was like to listen to these TVs without additional devices, too.

Because we've reviewed many TVs over the years – and many of the best gaming TVs – all of our testing isn't done in isolation, but takes into account what else is available, so we only recommend the options most worth your time.

The latest updates to this best 120Hz TVs guide

November 20 2024
Added a Black Friday section at the top of this guide with info about the 120Hz TVs in this guide that we have seen an expect to get Black Friday deals.

October 24 2024
Updated the Also Consider section with more 120Hz TVs we've tested in 2024 that didn't make the list, but are still worth considering.

September 27 2024
Swapped the Sony A80L with the Sony Bravia 8 as the 'best 120Hz OLED for PS5'.

August 29 2024
Swapped the LG B3 for the LG B4 as 'best cheap 120Hz OLED'