If you're looking to put a TV in a smaller room, our picks for the best 55-inch TVs include the best options out there.

It's not easy to choose the right TV. Getting the size right is crucial. Ideally, you want a screen that is big enough that you can see it clearly, but not so big that you'll have to stretch your neck to watch it. A 55-inch TV is a sweet spot for smaller rooms.

A 55-inch television is a mainstream choice: You can get pretty much any TV feature you'd want in this size. They come loaded with smart TV features, which include the ability to stream your favorite shows and films on Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Netflix, Disney Plus, and more. If you're looking for more advanced features, you can get those too, including full-array local dimming, OLED screens, 120Hz refresh rate, 4K UHD resolution, high dynamic range and a bunch of HDMI ports.

As such, to help you pick the best one for you, we've put together the best 55-inch TVs of 2024 below. Now is a great time to get 2023 TVs on sale as their 2024 counterparts hit the shelves last month.

At CNET, I review TVs side by side in a state-of-the-art testing lab, taking hundreds of measurements with specialized equipment, comparing gaming, home theater and bright-room image quality. My 20 years experience as a TV reviewer helps me determine not just the best 55-inch TV overall but also the best 55-inch TV in your price range.

What is the best 55-inch TV right now?

The Hisense U8 Series appears on our list of best TVs for a number of reasons. It offers superb picture quality and an affordable price, plus gaming features like 4K/120Hz input and variable refresh rate that can get the most out of consoles like the PS5 and Xbox Series X. When friends ask me what TV to buy at 55 inches, and money is still an object, I tell them to get the Hisense U8K.

There are plenty of other excellent choices out there, however, so even though the Hisense U8K is my current favorite for most people, it might not be right for your preferences or budget.