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Best 55-inch TVs 2026: Our favourite Mini-LED, OLED and 4K models

While bigger screen sizes are becoming more popular, the best 55-inch TV screens offer that sweet spot of size, performance and value.

This list covers the best 55-inch TVs that we’ve reviewed, from budget 4K TVs to Mini LEDs and OLED TVs. We covered models for indoor use, and the garden, and tried to make sure there’s a range of options to suit every person’s budget and needs.

When we review TVs, we base our assessments on measurable, quantifiable data alongside real-world content and impressions. We compare against price rivals where possible, with a focus on picture, sound and features to determine a TV’s value and performance. The ones on this list, are the TVs we’ve deemed to be worth of your time and money.

However, if the choices on this list don’t float your boat, or you’re looking for a bigger size TV, we have other best buys you can look includes our best cheap TVsbest 4K HDR TVsbest 8K TVs and best OLED TVs.

Best 55-inch TVs at a glance

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Learn more about how we test televisions

Every TV we review is put through the same set of tests to gauge its picture performance, usability, and smart features.

Tests are carried out over several days and are done by eye but supported with technical measurements. Testing by eye involves an expert watching a wide range of material to understand and determine a TV’s performance in fields such as brightness, contrast, motion processing, colour handling and screen uniformity.

We’ll consider the design of the TV in terms of build quality, study the spec sheets and see if the TV’s connections are up to spec, as well as playing video and audio content to ensure that the set handles playback as it claims. We also take note whether a product’s compatible formats and features are in line with industry trends or not to gauge whether it’s relevant for you.

Comparison to other related and similarly priced products is also important, to see if it’s missing any vital features and whether it impresses as a whole. After all this, we’ll come to a judgement on how the TV performs as a whole.

If you want to learn more, please visit our detailed page about how we test TVs.

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FAQs

What’s the best 55-inch TV under £500?

Out of the models we’ve tested, the TCL Roku would be our choice with its Dolby Vision support, colourful SD performance and fast input lag for gaming.

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