The past few years have found the world staying home for long periods of time. Entertainment has fallen largely to in-house activities like board games, crafting, video games, and television. The stark difference between a movie theater viewing and streaming to the living room has many people looking to upgrade their TV set.
When it comes to finding the best smart TVs, Samsung is a great choice. A big name in consumer electronics and appliances, Samsung has a long history of technological innovation. This history transfers into the quality of their TVs, delivering a great sound and crystal-clear resolution, ultimately bringing a great viewing experience into the home.
What are the best Samsung TVs for 2021? We’ve narrowed it down to our top 3 picks in our latest blog.
At a Glance:
Best Samsung TV: Samsung Q80A QLED 4K Smart TV
Best Splurge Samsung TV: Samsung Neo QN90A QLED 4K Smart TV
Best Budget Samsung TV: Samsung Class TU7000 Crystal UHD 4K Smart TV
FAQs About Samsung TVs
Like any large purchase, television shopping requires a lot of research to ensure the right model is chosen. To aid this process, we’ve compiled some of the most common questions that buyers have.
Q1. How much do Samsung TVs cost?
You can find Samsung TVs in a large range of price points. Our catalog contains options beginning at $399 and going up to $3,299.
Q2. What is QLED?
A proprietary term for Samsung, QLED (or quantum dot LED backlighting), refers to the combination of LED lighting with tiny crystals that further amplify light production. In short, Samsung QLED TVs gives off brighter colors in a larger range, elevating the overall picture.
Q3. How should I choose the right Samsung TV?
The right TV will largely depend on the home it is going into and the space available. Size is potentially the biggest factor to consider; an oversized television that won’t fit in the space will be a difficult obstacle to overcome. Other factors to consider include smart systems, high-definition resolution capabilities, and usage. TVs used heavily for gaming may benefit more from certain features than casual viewing TVs.
The Best Samsung TVs of 2021: Our Top 3 Picks
When choosing the top 3 Samsung TVs of 2021, we looked at several factors. Picture quality, sound capabilities, internal processors, screen size, cost, and the overall viewing experience were all taken into consideration.
1. Best Overall: Samsung Q80A 65” QLED 4K Smart TV (QN65Q80AAFXZA)
Our pick for the best Samsung TV of 2021 is this QLED 4K Smart model. 65” make a solid mid-sized screen, with three other sizes to choose from. Smart capabilities and an affordable price tag for smart TV standards make this a generally great choice. Nothing will get by you with the precise visible details — even during the darkest scenes — along with sound that moves around you. Scenes come to life with more precise contrast controlled by in-screen lighting that delivers deep blacks and pure whites with minimal halo and blooming.
This smart 4K TV is also optimized for gaming, voice control, and ultrawide GameView with less lag, tearing, and stuttering. Dynamic visuals and low latency encourage effortlessly smooth gameplay while Bixby, Amazon Alexa, and Google Assistant are all built in for seamless voice control capabilities.
Size: 65”, also comes in 55”, 75”, and 85”
Features:
- Direct Full Array gives precision lighting and contrast with
- Object Tracking Sound (OTS)
- Quantum Processor 4K
- 100% Color Volume with Quantum Dot
- Quantum HDR 12x
- Adaptive Picture
- Q-Symphony for perfect TV and sound bar synchronization
- SpaceFit Sound auto-optimizes sound
- Active Voice Amplifier (AVA)
- Motion Xcelerator Turbo+ gives smooth, fluid motion at 4K 120Hz
- Super Ultrawide GameView and Game Bar
- PC on TV capabilities
- Multi View
- Tap View allows you to simply tap to connect
- Bixby, Amazon Alexa, and Google Assistant built in
- Universal Guide
- Samsung Health will turn you TV room into a gym
Why We Like It: Ample features, smart capabilities, multiple size choices, and a great price point make this best Samsung smart TV the number-one choice for 2021.
2. Best Splurge: Samsung Neo QN85A 65” QLED 4K Smart TV (QN65QN85AAFXZA)
Our best luxury pick is this large 65” Samsung TV. The entire screen presents a picture powered by a vast array of tiny light cells using exclusive Mini LED technology. This brings hyper-focused brightness and dimming across the whole television screen in the best 4K picture available — lush visuals and crisp details create an unmatched viewing experience.
Inside, the next-gen Neo Quantum Processor 4K implements advanced AI-based learning analysis. This technology analyzes screen-by-screen content to optimize the view and give every picture super-charged 4K clarity. The color comes to life with ultra-rich, deep contrast HDR10+ with dynamic tone mapping, consistently delivering the best picture available. Anti-reflection and ultra-viewing angle screen technologies bring the best view to every seat in the room with no distracting glares or excessive contouring. Paired with SpaceFit, your living room will be transformed to provide the ultimate cinematic experience.
Size: 65”, also comes in 75” and 85”
Features:
- Quantum Matrix Technology
- Neo Quantum Processor 4K
- Quantum HDR 24x
- Object Tracking Sound (OTS)
- Motion Xcelerator Turbo+
- 100% Color Volume with Quantum Dot
- Anti-Reflection
- Wide Viewing Angle
- Q-Symphony to synchronize TV and soundbar sound perfectly
- SpaceFit Sound
- Active Voice Amplifier (AVA)
- Samsung NeoSlim Design
- Super Ultrawide GameView and Game Bar
- Universal Guide
- Samsung Health will turn your TV into a gym
Why We Like It: “Luxury” in this pick means top-notch performance with crystal clear viewing on an extra-large screen. Features like the NeoSlim design, Quantum HDR, AI-based processing, and ultra-rich color mapping elevate this best Samsung QLED TV beyond the capabilities of other picks.
3. Best Budget: Samsung 43” Class TU7000 Crystal UHD 4K Smart TV (UN43TU7000FXZA)
Our pick for the best budget option is the Samsung 43” Class TU7000 4K smart model. This affordable Samsung TV brings must-have features like 4K viewing power, smart capabilities, and high-definition resolution. However, these features do not tip the price point out of budget. We don’t have to tell you that $399 is an amazing price point for a smart TV. The vivid picture is fine-tuned to deliver a naturally crisp, crystal-clear color on the screen. Universal Guide will help you quickly and easily find exactly what you want to watch. An ultra-thin bezel on all sides gives this television a stunningly clean look. Pairing these benefits with the option to upgrade to a larger screen size (maxing out at 58”) gives this Samsung UHD TV true versatility.
Size: 43”, also comes in 50” and 58”
Features:
- Crystal Processor 4K
- Smart TV Powered by Tizen™
- HDR
- Crystal Display
- Universal Guide
- Boundless Design
- OneRemote Function
- Motion Rate 120
- Game Enhancer
Why We Like It: Size options, smart capabilities, a crystal display, and a very affordable price tag make this Samsung TV a clear choice for our best budget pick.
Other TV Accessories
While TVs work fine as standalone additions, there are several accessories to consider for a new television purchase.
TV Accessories to Consider:
- Extra speakers, surround sound setups, or soundbars
- Wall mounts
- TV consoles or tables
- Universal remotes
- Gaming consoles
Shop Samsung TVs at Spencer’s TV & Appliance
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