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Buying guide: how to choose a television

A television is judged on the balance between screen size, image sharpness, and motion smoothness, well before looking at price. Sound power and the number of HDMI ports round out the picture and matter more or less depending on intended use. The scores on each listing let you compare these factors without relying on marketing claims alone.

What to check

Screen size This criterion measures the screen diagonal in inches. The larger it is, the closer the score sits to the top of the scale. Among recent market listings, the more modest models sit around 43 inches, the median lands near 60 inches, and the largest reach 86 inches. The right choice mostly depends on the available viewing distance in the room: a screen too large for the space tires the eyes, while one too small dilutes the impact of good content. The score helps position a model against the wider market rather than defining a universal ideal size. Market median: 52.5 "
Resolution This criterion measures the display’s definition type, in other words its sharpness. The higher the value, the better the score. Market benchmarks range from an entry level of 4, a median also at 4, up to 8 for the best listings. Sharper resolution benefits larger screens and detailed content most, where fine image grain becomes more visible. On a modest screen or for occasional use, the difference is less noticeable. The site’s score lets you compare this level directly across models. Market median: 4
Smoothness This criterion measures the screen’s native refresh rate, expressed in hertz. The higher it is, the sharper fast motion appears and the better the score. Market benchmarks range from 50 hertz for the lowest ranked listings to 100 hertz at the median, up to 144 hertz for the best. This criterion matters most for sports, video games, or action scenes, where a low refresh rate causes blur. For calmer viewing, a median rate is usually enough. Market median: 60 Hz
Connectivity This criterion measures the number of HDMI ports available on the television. The more there are, the higher the score, since it allows several devices to connect without swapping cables. Market benchmarks range from 3 ports for the most limited listings to 4 at the median, up to 5 for the best equipped. The number needed depends on the devices already in the room: console, player, soundbar, or set top box all share these inputs. Generous connectivity avoids adding a separate switch box later on. Market median: 3
Sound power This criterion measures the television’s built in audio power, expressed in watts. The higher it is, the better the score, since sound gains presence without external equipment. Observed benchmarks range from 20 watts for the least powerful listings, a median also at 20 watts, up to 90 watts for the best. Strong built in speakers suit simple daily use but often fall short of a dedicated audio setup. This criterion mainly helps spot models that stand well on their own. Market median: 20 W

Benchmarks based on 40 recent market listings, collected on 1 November 2026.

What you get for each budget

Under €300

At this price level, screens stay close to the entry sizes and refresh rates seen on the market, with limited connectivity and sound power.

€300 to €400

This range often brings a balance of screen size, resolution, and smoothness closer to the market median, with decent connectivity.

Over €400

Beyond this threshold, larger screens, higher refresh rates, and generous connectivity become more accessible.

Frequent mistakes

Choosing a screen too large for the actual viewing distance tires the eyes without adding real comfort.
Overlooking smoothness for sports or gaming use risks noticeable motion blur.
Underestimating the number of HDMI ports needed later forces unplugging one device to plug in another.
Relying only on sound power without checking resolution leads to a less sharp image than expected.
Comparing televisions on price alone without checking the criteria scores hides real quality gaps.

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