Comparison

Best TVs in Australia (2026)

Five TVs sold in Australia, from a budget QLED to a premium OLED, compared on picture, gaming features and price. Plus which screen type suits your room.

Updated 27 September 2026 · By SnagList, Sydney

Man relaxing on the couch with a TV remote — Photo: Pexels

Quick picks

Best value OLED: LG C5 OLED (2025)
Best value Mini LED: Hisense U7S (2026)
Best big-screen value: TCL C8L (2026)
Best premium OLED: LG G6 (2026)
Best budget: TCL P7LS QLED (2026)

How we chose: we compared the makers' official Australian product pages, Australian launch pricing and independent reviews (GadgetGuy, TechRadar), then picked the best option for each budget. We haven't lab-tested these ourselves, and no brand paid to be included.

Side-by-side comparison

Model	Panel	Max refresh	Launch price	Best for
LG C5 OLED (2025)	OLED	144 Hz VRR	Not listed	Best value OLED
Hisense U7S (2026)	Mini LED	165 Hz	A$1,599 (55")	Value & gaming
TCL C8L (2026)	SQD Mini LED	144 Hz	A$2,999 (65")	Big screens
LG G6 OLED (2026)	OLED	165 Hz VRR	A$3,999 (55")	Best picture
TCL P7LS (2026)	QLED	60 Hz	From A$799 (43")	Budget

Best value OLED

LG C5 OLED (2025)

Last year's model is usually the smart buy, and the C5 proves it. You get LG's excellent OLED picture, perfect blacks and top gaming features, and it's getting cheaper now the 2026 C6 is out.

PanelOLED
Refresh120 Hz (VRR 144 Hz)
HDMI 2.14 ports
HDRDolby Vision, HDR10, HLG
Sizes42–83"

Good: 4K OLED, 120 Hz native (VRR up to 144 Hz), 4 × HDMI 2.1, Dolby Vision, G-Sync and FreeSync, sizes from 42" to 83".

Watch out: OLED isn't as bright as the best Mini LED TVs in a very sunny room. LG's AU page doesn't show an RRP now that it's a 2025 model.

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Best value Mini LED

Hisense U7S (2026)

Bright, gamer-friendly and good value. At its official A$1,599 RRP for the 55-inch, it gets features that used to cost twice as much, plus a 3-year warranty.

PanelMini LED
BrightnessUp to 3,000 nits
Refresh165 Hz
HDMI 2.14 ports
RRP (AU)A$1,599 (55")

Good: Mini LED, up to 3,000 nits, native 165 Hz, 4 × HDMI 2.1, Dolby Vision IQ and HDR10+ Adaptive, Devialet-tuned 2.1.2 sound, 3-year warranty.

Watch out: Uses Hisense's VIDAA system, which has fewer apps than Google TV. Some blooming around bright objects, like most Mini LEDs.

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Best big-screen value

TCL C8L SQD-Mini LED (2026)

If you want 65 inches or more without paying OLED prices, the C8L is the pick. TCL's new Super Quantum Dot panel gives very wide colour, and it runs Google TV.

PanelSQD Mini LED
Refresh144 Hz
HDMI 2.14 ports
OSGoogle TV
RRP (AU)A$2,999 (65")

Good: SQD Mini LED, 144 Hz, 4 × HDMI 2.1, Google TV with Gemini, sizes 65–98".

Watch out: No 55" size. Launch prices are high, but TCL TVs usually get discounted quickly, so wait for a sale.

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Best premium OLED

LG G6 OLED (2026)

The one to buy if picture quality comes first. It's brighter than older OLEDs and has much better anti-glare, so it works in bright Aussie living rooms too.

PanelOLED (RGB Tandem)
Refresh120 Hz (VRR 165 Hz)
Anti-glareReflection Free Premium
HDRDolby Vision, HDR10, HLG
Price (AU)A$3,999 (55")

Good: Primary RGB Tandem OLED panel, Reflection Free Premium anti-glare, 120 Hz native (VRR 165 Hz), α11 AI processor Gen 3, sizes 55–97".

Watch out: Expensive. Reviewers say the built-in sound doesn't match the picture, so budget for a soundbar. No HDR10+.

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Best budget

TCL P7LS QLED (2026)

For a bedroom, a first flat or anyone who mostly streams, the P7LS gets you a 4K QLED with Dolby Vision and Google TV from A$799 (43-inch RRP).

PanelQLED
Refresh60 Hz
HDRDolby Vision, HDR10+
OSGoogle TV
RRP (AU)From A$799 (43")

Good: 4K QLED, Dolby Vision and HDR10+, Dolby Atmos, Google TV with Gemini, 3-year warranty, sizes 43–85".

Watch out: 60 Hz only, so not for serious gaming. Contrast and brightness are well behind Mini LED and OLED.

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How to choose a TV

Wall-mounted TV showing a streaming app — Photo: Pexels

OLED or Mini LED: OLED has perfect blacks and is best in darker rooms. Mini LED gets brighter, which suits sunny Australian living rooms, and costs less at big sizes.
Size: for 4K, a rough guide is a screen diagonal of about 60–80% of your viewing distance. So about 2.5 m from the couch suits 65 inches.
Gaming: for PS5 or Xbox, look for HDMI 2.1 with 120 Hz or more and VRR. Budget 60 Hz TVs are fine for streaming only.
Sound: thin TVs have weak speakers. Even a cheap soundbar is a big upgrade.
Last year's model: often most of the picture quality for much less, like the LG C5 versus the C6.

When to buy a TV on sale in Australia

TVs are usually cheapest during Black Friday (27–30 November 2026), followed by EOFY in June and Boxing Day. New models launch around April–June, which is when the previous year's range gets cleared out. Compare the exact model code across stores, then run the price through our deal checker. More tips are in our TV buying guide.

Specs come from each maker's official Australian product pages. Prices are official RRPs from Hisense AU, or Australian launch pricing reported by GadgetGuy, BTTR and TechRadar, checked 27 September 2026. Prices vary by size and retailer, and stores often discount below launch price. Tap a button to see today's price. Affiliate links: as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you.

Common questions

What is the best TV in Australia right now?

For most people, the LG C5 OLED is the best value OLED now that the 2026 C6 is out. If you want a bright, cheaper TV for a sunny room or gaming, the Hisense U7S Mini LED (A$1,599 RRP for 55") is excellent value.

OLED or Mini LED for an Australian living room?

Mini LED gets brighter, which helps in sunny rooms, and is cheaper at big sizes. OLED has perfect blacks and the best contrast, so it's ideal for movie nights and darker rooms. The LG G6 adds strong anti-glare if you want OLED in a bright room.

What's the best cheap TV in Australia?

The TCL P7LS QLED starts from A$799 for 43 inches and includes Dolby Vision and Google TV. It's 60 Hz only, so it's best for streaming rather than gaming.

What size TV should I get?

Roughly, the screen diagonal should be about 60–80% of your viewing distance for 4K. About 2.5 m from the couch suits a 65-inch TV.

When are TVs cheapest in Australia?

Black Friday in late November is usually best, followed by EOFY in June and Boxing Day. The previous year's models drop most when new ranges launch around April–June.

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