Nowadays, the best TVs for gaming aren’t much different from the best TVs you can buy as a whole. If you’re hoping to make your PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X/S games look their best on the big screen, though, there are a few key features to look out for. Nobody needs to splurge on an ultra-high-end set just to enjoy a video game, of course, but to help you get the most from your dollar, we’ve laid out a few key tips for buying a good gaming TV below. We’ve also highlighted a few well-reviewed examples that are available now, whether you’re on a budget or willing to pay a premium.
What to look for in a gaming TV
Whether you use it for gaming or not, all good TVs are built on the same foundations. You want a 4K resolution, high-enough brightness to overcome glare and make HDR content pop, a relatively high contrast ratio with deep and uniform black tones, colors that find the right balance between accuracy and saturation and wide viewing angles. For video games specifically, you…