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When shopping for the best TV for gaming, there are a lot of options available to you to make your gaming experience even better. Learn how to decide what the best gaming TV is and what to look for when buying one.
What type of TV is best for gaming?
When you’re choosing your new gaming TV or gaming product, you’re likely to come across a lot of acronyms or fancy tech jargon that could be confusing. With so many gaming consoles and various TV features available, knowing which one to buy can be tough - whether you’re a pro gamer or weekend enthusiast.
For example, you might be wondering what is QLED? And what an earth is the difference between 4k and 8k? More importantly, how will it help my gaming?
Finding a great TV for gamers can be the difference between having a fully immersive or truly disappointing gaming experience. Generally a TV with low input lag will offer an excellent gaming experience – but what about other features? Read on to understand the key features to consider when buying a gaming TV.
5 top features to look for in gaming TVs
When it comes to deciding which is the best gaming TV for you, there are so many features to consider that you might like to think about. We’re here to help you find the features that really matter. When it comes to what features you should be on the lookout for with a gaming tv, the top 5 are:
1. High Screen Resolution (1440p+)
2. Dynamic Black Equaliser
3. HDMI connection
4. Low Input Lag
5. Game Mode
If you’re unsure what these features are or what to look for in each of them – we’ve got you covered. Explore more gaming TV features below.
What screen resolution should you pick?
The beauty of many video games is the elaborate worlds created for you to explore. And there’s no better way to do that than with a high-res screen that truly emphasises those wonderful tiny details. Many TVs that are gaming-compatible are available in:
- 4K - 3840 x 2160 pixel
- 8K - 7,680 x 4,320 pixel
- HDR TV - 3840 x 2160 pixels
Best resolution for gaming
Graphics in gaming have developed to the point where it sometimes feels as though your watching a cinematic master piece. To fully experience the world created for you by the game makers, it’s important to have at least a 4K resolution - particularly if you enjoy exploration games like The Last of Us 2, Elden Ring or Assassin’s Creed.
Generally, a gaming TV with a minimum of 3840 x 2160 pixels is perfect. But if you’re looking to get fully immersed, then an 8K TV will provide an even crisper, more detailed picture that’ll make you feel part of the action.
What is Dynamic Black Equalizer?
It’s not just the resolution that’s important when choosing the right TV for gaming. Many TVs come with additional features – such as black equalizers. Our dynamic black equalizer works by analysing a game’s dark scenes and detecting objects within them. It then optimises the black levels helping to reveal the things that you couldn’t quite see well before - especially that enemy hiding in the dark.
Connectivity for online gaming
When it comes to starting your game, it’s as simple as plugging in the HDMI and you’re set. The best TVs for gaming also support HDMI 2.1, which of course, all Samsung TVs for gamers do.
An additional feature of Samsung TVs for gamers is that it will automatically recognise a game console when it’s connected – it knows what kind of game console is connected and switches to that port any time it turns on. It’ll even store the settings as an app, giving you easy access whenever you’re ready to play. Learn more about the Samsung Gaming Hub for your Smart TV here.
Low input lag – what’s that?
Simply put, low input lag is the measurement of the time it takes for your gaming TV to recognise that you’ve pressed a button on your controller. When playing FPS (First-Person Shooter) or sports game, any delay in input can be the difference between you winning or losing the game – so it’s best to find a TV with a low input lag to ensure that your game is as responsive as it possibly can be.
What is Game Mode?
We know it can be frustrating fiddling with the settings to get an optimised picture every time you feel like a quick game. Game Mode is automatically activated when you connect your console game devices to your Samsung TV. A Samsung TV detects the connected game consoles such as Xbox, PlayStation and Nintendo Switch and it converts to the Game Mode automatically without any additional settings needing to be adjusted. Pretty cool, huh?
What’s the best screen size for gaming?
In our opinion, the bigger TV the better the gaming experience. This is especially true when you race against your friends in a multiplayer game of have a dance competition with your family in your home. A bigger screen makes any game that much more fun and exciting. Find out more about how to choose the best TV size for your home and how to measure a TV here.
If you’re looking for a monitor for PC gaming you’re likely to be in need of a smaller screen size to fit on your desktop. But choosing smaller doesn’t mean you’re sacrificing quality. Our Samsung gaming monitors give you everything you need for a premium gaming experience whilst playing your favourite PC games.
Take a peek at our Gaming Portal to stay updated with the latest news, insightful reviews, valuable tips, and a lively community of gamers to connect with!
The Best TV for Gaming
Best Samsung Gaming TVs
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Screen Resolution
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Screen Size
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Dynamic Black Equalizer
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Connection Types
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Low Input Lag
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Game Mode
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Refresh Rate
- Screen Resolution : Neo QLED
- Screen Size : 55” - 85”
- Dynamic Black Equalizer : Yes
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Connection Types :
Bluetooth
HDMI Port - Low Input Lag : Yes
- Game Mode : Yes
- Refresh Rate : 120Hz
- Screen Resolution : Neo QLED
- Screen Size : 65” - 85”
- Dynamic Black Equalizer : Yes
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Connection Types :
Bluetooth
HDMI
USB-C - Low Input Lag : Yes
- Game Mode : Yes
- Refresh Rate : 100Hz
- Screen Resolution : Neo QLED
- Screen Size : 43” - 85”
- Dynamic Black Equalizer : Yes
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Connection Types :
Bluetooth
HDMI Port - Low Input Lag : Yes
- Game Mode : Yes
- Refresh Rate : 120Hz
FAQs about best TVs for gaming
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What’s the difference between a gaming TV and a gaming monitor?The main difference is that gaming monitors tend to come in much smaller sizes than gaming TVs do. Given that most people tend to keep a monitor on a desk, the smaller size can be a benefit if you’re more likely to play computer games. But if you’re looking to use your gaming TV for consoles such as XBOX and PlayStation, you might prefer a larger screen size. It used to be that TVs suitable for gaming only went up to 4k resolution and that monitors could go higher, however that’s not the case anymore. Many are available in 8k, so offer all the benefits of a gaming monitor with the great addition of a larger screen size. In 2022 Samsung released the Odyssey Neo G8, The world’s first 4K gaming monitor with a 240Hz refresh rate, along with 1ms response time and FreeSync Premium pro. Plus, the 1000R curvature screens mirrors the arc of the human eye, bringing gaming worlds to reality, surrounding players deep within the gameplay.
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What is better for gaming 8K or 4K?8K is a higher resolution that 4K and so if you’re wanting to get the most out of your gaming experience, an 8K TV is best. However, 4K TVs still offer a low input lag and excellent screen quality if you have a lower budget. Learn more about what the difference between 4k and 8k is in our helpful article.
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What is OLED on a gaming TV?Whilst shopping for TVs for gamers, you might come across the term OLED. This stands for organic light emitting diodes, and means that the TV uses organic materials to conduct rather then LED which uses man-made semiconductors. The result is that an OLED TV is better at handling contrasts in the visual output – for example, light and dark appear stronger, which leads to a stronger picture overall. We know how these features can truly enhance your gaming experience, which is why Samsung gaming TVs come with Neo QLED – it’s our updated version of OLED that offers an even brighter picture to offer you the highest quality gameplay.
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