If you have a large living room or a separate area in your home to build your dream in-home movie theater, you probably want a big TV to complement the space. The best 75-inch TVs offer a true cinematic viewing experience and are central to creating an impressive home cinema, especially when you then add a soundbar or complete surround sound system and complementary lighting to your setup.
Some of the best 75-inch TVs, like the Samsung Frame, provide a more immersive viewing experience ... [+] thanks to built-in smart features.
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Some of the best 75-inch TVs, like the Samsung QN900C 8K TV—our pick for best overall—bring stunning, future-proof 8K resolution combined with a generous collection sound features into your home. That being said, you can find plenty of 4K models that offer equally impressive performance, albeit at a lower resolution, and most are budget-friendly. A handful of manufacturers have incorporated OLED technology into their latest 75-inch or 77-inch models, too, including our top OLED choice, the Samsung S95C OLED. After extensive research and hands on testing, here are our top picks for best 75-inch TVs.
Display type: QLED | Refresh rate: 120Hz (up to 144Hz) | Smart TV OS: Tizen | HDR: HDR10+, HLH
Best for: Enjoying video content at an extremely high (upscaled) resolution.
While there’s currently very little native 8K programming to watch, what’s special about the 2023 version of the Samsung 75-Inch Class Neo QLED 8K TV is that it offers AI-based upscaling technology that automatically upgrades 720p, 1080p or 4K content using a Neural Quantum Processor. This TV showcases more than a billion colors using 33 million pixels. This makes whatever you’re watching detailed with natural, bright and accurate colors, smooth motion and a stunning sense of depth.
Using Dolby Atmos support for audio in conjunction with Object Tracking Sound Pro, whatever you’re watching is catapulted to the next level realism—whether it’s a movie, TV show or game. You also get a variety of wired and wireless connectivity options, an anti-reflective screen, a wide viewing angle and support for Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. While pricey, this TV is packet with a lot of cutting-edge technology and currently represents the very best that Samsung has to offer.
What our editors say: Tech Editor Rebecca Isaacs says, “During testing, the QN900C displayed brilliant, vivid imagery that enhanced and gave wildlife a lifelike look in David Attenborough’s Our Planet. For fans of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, the 8K AI upscaling made Numenor all the more impressive when the show panned to the cityscape.”
Pros:
Beautifully rendered 8K video
AI-based upscaling for all lower resolution content
Best for: Watching TV shows and movies at an affordable price.
Featuring a full array of local dimming with 96 zones, the Amazon Fire TV Omni QLED display uses Dolby Vision IQ to give you detailed and lifelike picture with smooth action. And of course, you can control the TV and compatible smart home gear with Alexa voice commands. By taking advantage of adaptive brightness, the TV automatically compensates for different ambient light situations—while generating a picture that’s bright and vibrant with excellent contrast.
When you’re not watching TV on the Amazon Fire TV 75-Inch Omni QLED Series 4K, its integrated Fire TV Ambient Experience feature allows the screen to showcase artwork, personal photos and customizable Alexa widgets. You even get the ability to play games via Amazon’s Luna cloud gaming service or download games from the App Store. Plus, content from Amazon Prime Video is easily accessible. The Amazon Fire TV 75-Inch Omni QLED Series 4K offers a nice assortment of wired and wireless connectivity options. For audio, it supports Dolby Digital Plus.
Pros:
Quantum dot technology with Dolby Vision IQ support
Best for: Getting the most TV value for the money spent.
The TCL 75-Inch Q7 QLED 4K Smart TV gets you get a nice selection of features combined with quality components. It’s equipped with Quantum dot technology that uses an ultra-wide color gamut. You also get a maximum brightness of 1,000 nits—high for a TV—and more than 200 local dimming zones that continuously adapt to the content you’re watching.
Thanks to the 120Hz refresh rate, sports and action movies appear buttery smooth without motion blur. Meanwhile, when you’re watching 720p or 1080p content, the AI-based upscaling upgrades what you’re watching to near 4K quality—improving on the color, contrast and clarity of the picture. As you’d expect, the GoogleTV OS gives you easy access to a plethora of streaming content—all accessible using voice commands. When you use this TV for gaming, the refresh rate can be boosted to 240Hz for fast, lag-free gameplay.
Best for: Displaying artwork and your favorite photos, plus watching video content.
While not the most cutting-edge TV on the block, Samsung’s The Frame stands out uses a brilliantly designed matte display. When you’re not watching video content, the TV showcases famous works of art or your favorite photos in a way that makes them look like actual paintings or high-resolution images. Thus, the TV transforms into an interactive art gallery that you can fully customize to add personalized décor to your home. You can choose between a handful of bezel colors and designs, so aesthetically it blends right into your home’s décor.
Keep in mind, The Frame is able to display at 100% color volume using Quantum dot technology and Quantum HDR, so TV shows, movies and any other content you’re viewing always look natural and lifelike—with accurate colors and impressive contrast. Using the built-in motion sensor, the TV shuts off when nobody is in the room, but will resume displaying artwork when someone enters the space.
Keep an eye out for The Frame over Black Friday as it often appears in the sale.
Pros:
4K resolution with a 120Hz refresh rate
Built in Google Assistant
Displays famous works of art or your favorite digital photos
When you invest in a higher-end Sony TV like the Bravia X93L, you know you’re getting a premium quality television with a comprehensive collection of features. The TV, backed by an advanced cognitive processor, showcases dynamic contrast and natural colors while generating impressive sound. Billions of colors are generated by thousands of Mini LEDs which are managed by Sony’s XR Backlight Master Drive and XR Triluminos Pro systems.
You also get an impressively wide viewing angle, so the picture looks clear from almost any position it’s being viewed from. Sony’s AI and upscaling technology also deserve a mention, and so even if the content you are viewing or games you are playing are set at a low resolution, the TV will upscale as much as possible—up to 4K resolution. In regards to sound, the Sony Bravia X93L is equipped with tweeters and supports Dolby Atmos. You can also synchronize the TV’s speakers with select Sony soundbars, generating enhanced, quality sound.
Pros:
4K resolution with a 120Hz refresh rate and Dolby Vision support
Best for: Enjoying the picture quality of a large OLED display.
At the moment, most of the larger TVs don’t fully offer OLED display technology, but that’s quickly changing. But the Samsung S95C Series is a little larger at 77 inches, in this case, those extra two inches make a difference. Using enhanced Quantum dot technology, the S95C showcases bright and accurate colors combined with a bold contrast to create an extremely detailed picture free of motion blur. The OLED technology displays pure blacks, bright whites and more than one billion colors by using upwards of 8.3 million self-illuminating pixels. In fact, Samsung collaborated with Pantone to ensure the colors are truly accurate.
You can expect high-end sound thanks to Dolby Atmos support with Samsung’s Object Tracking Sound+ feature. And for gaming, this TV relies on the company’s Motion Xcelerator Turbo Pro that offers up to a 144Hz refresh rate to accommodate high-action games. You also get an Auto Game Mode plus FreesSync support.
What our editors say: Tech editor Rebecca Isaacs says, “Having played Skyrim, Stardew Valley and Zelda: Breath of the Wild on the S95C, I really enjoyed the bold contrast this panel offered. The saturation particularly when I was working on planting my forest farm felt especially gorgeous.”
When compiling our list of the best 75-inch TVs on the market today, we took into account our favorite models based on firsthand experience and prior knowledge of the TV space. Here at Forbes Vetted, whether we’re gaming, streaming, or just enjoying relaxing background content while we work, we understand and enjoy the difference a solid TV can make to our home lives.
We’re experts in the home entertainment area and we have extensively researched each model on this list. Features including screen type, refresh rate, operating system, and smart features were carefully considered.
To make the cut, each pick had to present an excellent value, balancing features and cost. Furthermore, we have extensively examined customer reviews to ensure the majority of buyers were happy with their purchase. We also made sure to include a variety of price points and specifications to offer a solid 75-inch model suitable for every type of TV watcher.
What Smart Home Features Come With 75-Inch TVs, And How Do They Enhance My Entertainment?
Many TVs that made our list offer a range of smart home integration options to enhance the overall entertainment experience. Many TVs come equipped with built-in voice assistants such as Alexa or Google Assistant, allowing users to control their TV, search for content and even interact with other smart home devices using voice commands. Some smart TVs, like Samsung models, also offer its own Bixby smart voice assistant that pairs seamlessly with other Samsung devices.
Additionally, some TVs offer with popular smart home platforms, so you can sync your TV with other devices like smart lights, thermostats and security systems. This integration provides a seamless and connected home entertainment ecosystem, offering convenience and efficiency in managing various aspects of the smart home environment directly from your 75-inch panel.
What Is The Ideal Viewing Distance For A 75-Inch TV, And How Does It Impact My Viewing Experience?
The ideal viewing distance for a 75-inch TV is generally recommended to be approximately eight to 10 feet. This distance is based on the display's size and the viewer's ability to perceive details without straining their eyes or losing the immersive effect.
Maintaining the appropriate viewing distance directly affects the overall viewing experience. If you sit too close to a large TV, you may notice individual pixels and the image will appear pixelated or distorted. On the other hand, sitting too far away may result in a loss of detail, making it challenging to fully appreciate the higher resolution, clarity and vibrant colors that a 75-inch TV can offer. Finding the right balance ensures that you can fully immerse themselves in the content without feeling overwhelmed by the screen size or missing out on the finer details.
How Important Is Sound Quality When Choosing A 75-Inch TV?
Sound quality can be the difference between hearing those deep basses during clubbing settings in your movie and hearing the dialogue during quiet horror films. While most TVs have improved in this area, investing in a separate sound system can significantly enhance audio immersion.
If you're a cinephile or a gaming enthusiast, a soundbar or a dedicated speaker system can produce nuanced audio, delivering a theater-like experience. However, for casual viewers, the built-in speakers on many high-end TVs will suffice. It depends on your preferences and the level of audio quality you want in your home. If you decide that you want to add more oomph to your audio, take a look at our favorite soundbars.
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The Forbes Vetted tech team is well-versed in all things digital, having written articles and in the category (a couple of staffers, including Dave Johnson, our deputy editor, have even authored books). The tech section is overseen by Consumer Tech & Electronics Editor Rebecca Isaacs, an industry veteran who has been covering consumer technology for over four years.
This story was written by Jason Rich, an accomplished writer, journalist, photographer and experienced product tester. In addition to covering dozens of tech topics, Jason has written several of our TV best lists (listed below). Over his career, he has accumulated hours of in-depth product research and has conducted firsthand testing, including for the writing of this story.
We know tech tends to become quickly outdated. To keep this piece fresh and accurate, it’s regularly updated; its current iteration was published in November 2023.
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