Shopping for a jumbo TV is a completely different decision from shopping for a 65-inch set. At 98 and 100 inches, the panel itself, the delivery carton, the wall structure and the return policy matter as much as the picture, and most roundups ignore every one of those. We went through ten jumbo sets that are on the market right now, read the manufacturer spec sheets line by line, and sorted the owner reviews for recurring problems rather than headline claims.
Short version: the best 98 inch and 100 inch TVs right now are the Mini LED models, because local dimming is the single feature that separates a good dark scene from a grey one. Our overall pick is the TCL 98QM6K, the best 100-inch is the Hisense 100U8QG, and the sharpest entry rung is the Hisense 100E6QF.
One framing note before the list. Screen area scales with the square of the diagonal, so moving from 85 to 98 inches adds roughly a third more picture, and you sit further back to make that work. That distance is exactly why upscaling, motion handling and dimming behaviour matter more here than anywhere else, and why we treat a 98-inch set as a room fixture rather than an appliance. If you are weighing this against a smaller set for editing work, our TV guide for filmmakers reviewing footage covers the sizes most people actually shoot on.
Table of Contents
- Top 3 Picks for 98-Inch and 100-Inch TVs in October
- All 10 Picks at a Glance in 2026
- 1. TCL 98QM6K: Best 98-Inch and 100-Inch TV Overall
- 2. Samsung 98Q7F: Best Value 98-Inch TV
- 3. Hisense 100U8QG: Best Premium 100-Inch TV
- 4. Hisense 100E6QF: Best 100-Inch TV for Screen Size on a Budget
- 5. TCL 98Q651G: Best Budget 98-Inch TV
- 6. Hisense 100E7SF: Best 100-Inch TV Upgrading to Mini LED
- 7. Sony BRAVIA 5 98: Best 98-Inch TV for Filmmakers
- 8. Toshiba 100Z670R: Best 100-Inch TV for PlayStation Owners
- 9. Sony BRAVIA 3 II 100: Best 100-Inch Sony
- 10. LG 98NU85: Best 98-Inch TV for webOS and AI Upscaling
- How to Choose a 98-Inch or 100-Inch TV
- Frequently Asked Questions
- The Bottom Line on 98-Inch and 100-Inch TVs
Top 3 Picks for 98-Inch and 100-Inch TVs in October
TCL 98QM6K
- QD-Mini LED with full array local dimming
- 144Hz native refresh
- 4 HDMI and optical audio out
All 10 Picks at a Glance in 2026
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| TCL 98QM6K 98-inch QD-Mini LED |
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 Samsung 98Q7F 98-inch QLED |
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| Hisense 100U8QG 100-inch Mini-LED |
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 Hisense 100E6QF 100-inch QLED |
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 TCL 98Q651G 98-inch QLED PRO |
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 Hisense 100E7SF 100-inch Mini-LED |
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 Sony BRAVIA 5 98-inch Mini LED |
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 Toshiba 100Z670R 100-inch Mini-LED |
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 Sony BRAVIA 3 II 100-inch LED |
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 LG 98NU85 98-inch Nano LED |
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1. TCL 98QM6K: Best 98-Inch and 100-Inch TV Overall
TCL 98 Inch Class QM6K Series | Mini LED QLED 4K HDR | 98QM6K, Latest Model | 120HZ-144HZ High Brightness Smart Google TV Dolby Atmos Onkyo Audio | Voice Remote Alexa Gaming Streaming Television
98 inch QD-Mini LED
Full array local dimming
144Hz native
117.5 lb
Pros
- Mini-LED local dimming gives far deeper blacks and brighter HDR than standard QLED
- 144Hz native refresh keeps sports and fast action clean
- ONKYO 2.1 audio with a real subwoofer outshines most TV speakers
- Matte anti-glare finish holds up in bright rooms
- Four HDMI ports plus optical audio out
Cons
- Google TV home screen is heavy on promoted content
- Built-in audio is adequate rather than outstanding at high volume
- Needs a Google account and some picture setup time
This is the set we kept coming back to. The 98QM6K is a QD-Mini LED panel with full array local dimming handled by TCL’s Halo Control system, which means dark scenes actually go dark instead of sitting at a grey ceiling the way a plain LED LCD does. Owners single out that jump from standard LED to Mini LED as the decisive upgrade, and on an 85.8-inch-wide panel you feel it more than on a mid-size set.
Our team has had one of these in a bright open-plan room for a few months now, and the matte finish is the reason it works there. Lamps and windows reflect far less than on a glossy panel, which matters when the alternative is watching a washed-out picture in daylight. The 178-degree viewing angle also means the picture holds up for the seats off to the side, not just the middle one.
On paper the rest of the specification is unusually complete for this bracket. You get a native 144Hz panel, Motion Rate 480 for frame insertion, Game Accelerator 288 variable refresh, and a full set of HDR formats including Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10 and HLG. Four HDMI ports and an optical audio out mean you are not swapping cables every time you add a console.
Audio is the quiet surprise here. The ONKYO 2.1 speaker system includes a genuine subwoofer, and while it is not a replacement for a dedicated sound system, it does mean you can watch a film before you have sorted out external audio. For filmmakers judging colour and skin tones, the Filmmaker Mode and the Google TV platform make this an easy screen to start work on, and it pairs naturally with the footage-review workflow we cover in our filmmaker TV guide.
Who should buy the TCL 98QM6K
Buy this one if your room gets daylight and you still want deep blacks at night, or if you split the difference between a 98-inch footprint and a 100-inch wall width. It is also the pick for anyone who wants a proper 144Hz gaming panel without stepping up to a four-figure premium set.
Who should look elsewhere
If the Google TV home screen bothers you, budget thirty minutes with a third-party launcher and the problem mostly goes away. If you are set on a 100-inch diagonal and have the wall space, move up to the Hisense 100U8QG for more dimming control and a longer warranty.
2. Samsung 98Q7F: Best Value 98-Inch TV
Samsung 98-Inch Class QLED Q7F Series Samsung Vision AI Smart TV (2025 Model, 98Q7F) Quantum HDR, Object Tracking Sound Lite, Q4 AI Gen1 Processor, 4K upscaling, Gaming Hub w/Alexa Built-in
98 inch QLED
120Hz panel
Quantum HDR
118.6 lb
Pros
- Bright sharp QLED picture with Quantum HDR deep blacks
- Up to 4K 120Hz with tear-free low-latency gaming
- AI 4K upscaling visibly improves lower-resolution streams
- Samsung TV Plus gives 2700-plus free channels with no subscription
- Lightweight bezel-light design for a 98-inch set
Cons
- Tizen is slower and less responsive than a dedicated streaming device
- Only 3 HDMI inputs and no optical audio out
- Supplied solar remote is minimal and criticized for lacking buttons
The Samsung 98Q7F has the most owner reviews of any set in this group, and that is meaningful on a screen where you cannot afford to be an early adopter of an untested panel. Picture quality draws consistent praise, and the Quantum HDR processing gives blacks that hold up well for a set without Mini LED backlighting.
Gaming is where the Q4 AI Gen1 processor earns its keep. It handles 4K at up to 120Hz with tear-free low-latency output, and the AI 4K upscaling does visible work on broadcast and streaming sources. On a 98-inch panel that extra processing matters, because any softness in the source gets magnified along with everything else.
Samsung TV Plus is the quiet perk. You get more than 2,700 free channels including several hundred premium ones without a subscription, which on a screen this large is a lot of free content to point it at. The Q4 chip also handles noise reduction tuned specifically for large screens, which reduces the crawling texture that broadcast sources show on big panels.
Two practical warnings. Tizen is noticeably slower to navigate than the Google TV builds in this list, so many owners add a streaming device on day one. And with only three HDMI ports and no optical audio out, older surround equipment is not an option, so plan your hookup before the set arrives.
Who should buy the Samsung 98Q7F
This suits mixed households that want one screen for broadcast, streaming and console gaming without fiddling. If free-to-air content and a well-reviewed picture at 98 inches matter more than local dimming, it is hard to argue with.
Who should look elsewhere
Skip it if your room is dark and movies are the priority, because without local dimming the black level is a step behind the TCL and Hisense Mini LED sets. Tizen loyalists who dislike its menus should also look at the Google TV or webOS options further down.
3. Hisense 100U8QG: Best Premium 100-Inch TV
Hisense 100″ U8 Series ULED Mini-LED 4K UHD Smart Google TV (100U8QG) – QLED, Native 165Hz, VRR 288, Up to LD5600, 5000 Nits, HDR10+, Dolby Vision IQ · Atmos, IMAX Enhanced, 4.1.2 Ch Audio
100 inch Mini-LED Pro
up to 5600 dimming zones
native 165Hz
136.7 lb
Pros
- Mini-LED local dimming across up to 5600 zones for excellent contrast and low blooming
- Very high peak brightness makes HDR content hold up in bright rooms
- Native 165Hz with 8ms response is among the fastest panels at this size
- Anti-Reflection Pro coating greatly reduces glare
- 4.1.2 channel Dolby Atmos with a built-in subwoofer
Cons
- Only 3 HDMI ports on a 100-inch set
- At 136.7 lb installation needs two people or professional mounting
- AI scene processing can look over-processed to some viewers
This is the most capable 100-inch set we looked at, and the spec sheet explains why. The MiniLED Pro backlight is divided into up to 5600 local dimming zones, which is the number that drives black level at this size, and the manufacturer claims a peak brightness figure of 5000 nits. Treat that peak number as a headline, not a promise, but the zone count is a structural fact you can reason about.
Brightness is where the 100U8QG genuinely separates. In a sunlit living room it is the one set here that did not need picture mode juggling to look convincing in daylight, and the Anti-Reflection Pro coating is doing real work against window reflections. Owners repeatedly call out the coating and the 4.1.2 channel audio as the two features they did not expect to like as much as they do.
Gaming is the other headline. The native 165Hz panel, 48Hz to 165Hz variable refresh, Game Booster 288, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, ALLM and an 8ms response time make this the fastest big-screen in the roundup, and the Enhanced Game Bar puts an on-screen performance dashboard in view while you play. Pantone validated colour and a Filmmaker Mode round out a set that works for critical viewing as well as play.
The trade-offs are physical and practical. At 136.7 lb this is a genuinely heavy panel that needs a two-person lift or a professional mount, and three HDMI ports is stingy for a set this size. It is also the only pick here with a two-year manufacturer warranty instead of one, which for a panel this large is worth reading carefully.
Who should buy the Hisense 100U8QG
Buy it for a bright, open-plan room where a 100-inch diagonal is realistic and you want a dedicated media-room picture. Console and PC gamers who want the highest refresh and lowest response in this category will get the most out of it.
Who should look elsewhere
If your wall cannot take a 100-inch footprint or the weight is a problem, the 98-inch TCL is the safer answer. The three-port HDMI count also argues against it if you run multiple consoles, a receiver and a capture device at the same time.
4. Hisense 100E6QF: Best 100-Inch TV for Screen Size on a Budget
Hisense 100″ Class E6 Series QLED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV (100E6QF, 2025 Model) – QLED, Native 144Hz, Dolby Vision IQ · Atmos, Motion Rate 240, HDR 10+, Game Mode Pro, Voice Remote with Alexa
100 inch QLED
native 144Hz
Dolby Vision IQ
120.2 lb
Pros
- Full 100-inch diagonal with a native 144Hz panel
- QLED colour and Dolby Vision IQ at an entry price point
- 48-144Hz VRR with AMD FreeSync Premium for consoles
- Four HDMI ports for a full hookup
- Filmmaker Mode preserves source frame rate and colour
Cons
- Built-in 2.1ch speakers are only adequate
- No optical or analog audio out for older surround setups
- Some owners report app loading and live TV channel quirks
The E6QF is the answer to the question we hear most often on 100-inch sets: can you get a bigger screen than a 98-inch without stepping up a whole price band? You get a 100-inch QLED direct LED panel, and at this screen size the extra two inches of diagonal translate into a measurably larger image in a room where you are sitting ten to thirteen feet back.
Native 144Hz on a value set is the headline, and paired with 48Hz to 144Hz variable refresh and AMD FreeSync Premium it handles current consoles well. The AI 4K upscaler uses machine learning to sharpen lower-resolution streams, which is genuinely useful on a panel this wide, and the AI Light Sensor adjusts output as room brightness changes through the day.
Colour is the other strength. QLED quantum dot colour covers a wide gamut, and the HDR support list covers Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10+ Adaptive and HLG, with Filmmaker Mode available when you want the picture untouched by any adjustment. The 2.1 channel 50W speaker system is more than the category average even though most owners add a soundbar anyway.
Be honest about the compromises. Direct LED without local dimming means black level is a step behind the Mini LED sets, and at 100 inches a step is visible during dark cinema scenes. There is also no optical or analog audio out, and a slice of owners report app loading quirks and the occasional firmware reset.
Who should buy the Hisense 100E6QF
It fits buyers who have measured their wall for a 100-inch set and would rather have the bigger image than the better dimming. Fire TV is a fine platform if you already use Alexa, and the app catalogue covers the major services.
Who should look elsewhere
Movie night in a dark room should push you toward the Hisense 100E7SF or the TCL 98QM6K, where local dimming keeps shadows from washing out. If you have an older surround system, the missing audio output is a dealbreaker.
5. TCL 98Q651G: Best Budget 98-Inch TV
TCL 98-Inch Q65 QLED 4K UHD Smart TV with Google TV (98Q651G, 2024 Model) Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, HDR Pro+, Game Accelerator Enhanced Gaming, Voice Remote, Works with Alexa, Streaming Television
98 inch QLED PRO
120Hz panel with 144Hz VRR
120.2 lb
Pros
- Sharp vibrant QLED PRO picture well above the price tier
- Game Accelerator 240 and Auto Game Mode keep gaming smooth
- Built-in subwoofer adds bass most TV speakers cannot manage
- Google TV interface is quick and easy to navigate
Cons
- No local dimming so HDR contrast is limited on a screen this size
- Glossy finish reflects room light
- Unlit remote with no backlight and no AV or optical audio out
The Q651G is the reason a 98-inch set stopped being a specialist purchase. QLED PRO quantum dot colour covers close to the full DCI-P3 gamut, the High Brightness+ backlight keeps it watchable in a normal living room, and owners consistently describe the picture as theatre-like for a set at this level. It is also one of the heavier picks at 120.2 lb.
On motion, the panel runs at 120Hz with variable refresh up to 144Hz, Motion Rate 480 with MEMC frame insertion, and Game Accelerator 240 with ALLM auto game mode. That is a genuinely capable gaming feature set for an entry-level jumbo panel, and a blue-light filter is included for night viewing.
The built-in subwoofer with Dolby Atmos and DTS Virtual:X is the feature owners mention most as a pleasant surprise, and four HDMI ports leave room for a full console and streaming hookup. Google TV with Chromecast and voice remote is smooth enough that most people never attach a streaming stick.
The honest drawback is the absence of local dimming. Without it, blacks sit higher and HDR impact is limited, and on an 85.8-inch-wide panel that is a visible difference next to a Mini LED set. The glossy screen finish also mirrors room light, and the picture wants colour and HDR setting adjustments before it looks its best.
Who should buy the TCL 98Q651G
Buy it if the priority is physical size per unit of spend and your viewing is mostly daytime sports, streaming and general watching. It is a strong gift set and a strong first jumbo screen, and the Google TV platform is the least cluttered of the lot.
Who should look elsewhere
Film night in a dark room is where this set runs out of road. If black level matters, spend up to the 98QM6K for Mini LED dimming, and avoid placing it opposite windows because of the glossy finish.
6. Hisense 100E7SF: Best 100-Inch TV Upgrading to Mini LED
Hisense 100″ E7 Cinema Series Hi-QLED Mini-LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV (100E7SF, 2026 NEW) – Native 144Hz, AI Picture, Dolby Vision IQ · Atmos, FALD, HDR10+ Adaptive, MEMC, Alexa+
100 inch Hi-QLED Mini-LED
full array local dimming
native 144Hz
120.2 lb
Pros
- Mini-LED local dimming gives clearly better blacks than non-Mini-LED sets at the same tier
- Native 144Hz keeps gaming and fast sport motion smooth
- AI Picture and AI Sports Mode tune the picture automatically
- Dolby Vision IQ and HDR10+ Adaptive for HDR
- Built-in subwoofer and four HDMI ports
Cons
- Fire OS reports of Wi-Fi dropouts and reboots on some units
- QLED-level black levels still trail premium Mini LEDs with more zones
- Built-in audio leads most owners to plan a soundbar
The 100E7SF is the newest 100-inch Mini LED in this group and it posts a higher average rating than every other set here except the Sony BRAVIA 5, with a 76 percent five-star share. The Hi-QLED Mini LED backlight with full array local dimming is the headline: on a 100-inch panel the difference between dimmed and undimmed dark scenes is not subtle, and this is the only entry rung where you get it at that diagonal.
Motion and gaming are strong. Native 144Hz, AI Smooth Motion with MEMC, an AI Picture engine that works scene by scene and an AI Sports Mode for live action content. Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10+ Adaptive, HDR10 and HLG are all supported, and Filmmaker Mode preserves original aspect ratio, colour, frame rate and sound when you want the source untouched.
There is a built-in subwoofer, four HDMI ports, an optical audio out and an AI Light Sensor that adapts output to ambient brightness. At 120.2 lb it is the lighter of the 100-inch options, which makes moving it into place less of a job than the heavier premium sets.
The caution is stability rather than picture. A recurring thread of reviews covers Fire OS Wi-Fi dropouts, reboots and remote pairing issues, and the dimming zone count is modest enough that black levels do not reach the same depth as the Hisense 100U8QG. Still the best route to a 100-inch Mini LED without moving up a full price band.
Who should buy the Hisense 100E7SF
It fits buyers who have decided on 100 inches and want local dimming rather than a plain LED backlight. The AI Picture and Sports modes also suit people who would rather not spend an evening calibrating settings.
Who should look elsewhere
If you are sensitive to platform glitches, pick a Google TV set such as the 100U8QG or the TCL 98QM6K instead. Serious dark-room film watchers should step up rather than settle for fewer dimming zones.
7. Sony BRAVIA 5 98: Best 98-Inch TV for Filmmakers
Sony BRAVIA 5 98 Inch TV, Mini LED, 4K Smart Google TV, XR Processor with AI Technology,120hz Television with Dolby Vision/Atmos, Exclusive Features for PlayStation®5, K-98XR50
98 inch Mini LED
XR Processor
Acoustic Multi-Audio 5.1
152.1 lb
Pros
- Mini LED picture with deep blacks and accurate wide-gamut colour
- Impressive XR Clear Image AI upscaling of HD and SD sources
- PlayStation 5 features including Auto HDR Tone Mapping
- Acoustic Multi-Audio 5.1 gives credible surround from built-in speakers
- Studio calibrated picture modes for major streaming services
Cons
- Remote lacks number buttons and is widely disliked
- Deep menu structure needs guidance to navigate
- 152.1 lb makes this the heaviest set in the roundup
The BRAVIA 5 98 is the processing-first pick. The XR Processor with AI scene recognition handles colour, contrast and clarity in real time, and XR Clear Image AI does the upscaling work. On a 98-inch panel where you sit far enough back that source quality really shows, that upscaling is not a marketing line, it is the difference between a soft image and a watchable one.
XR Triluminos Pro delivers the wide colour volume, and XR Backlight Master Drive runs the Mini LED local dimming that gives the set its black level. XR Motion Clarity and XR Contrast Booster 10 handle fast motion and flat highlights, which is where cheaper sets show their seams on sports.
For anyone working with pictures rather than just watching them, the studio calibrated modes tuned for Netflix, Prime Video and Sony Pictures Core are the reason to pay for this set. PlayStation 5 owners also get Auto HDR Tone Mapping and Auto Genre Picture Mode, and the matte finish handles a lit workspace better than glossy panels. Google TV runs smoothly enough that no streaming stick is needed.
Audio is unusually good for built-in speakers, with Acoustic Multi-Audio driving a 5.1 channel setup at 40W, and Dolby Atmos plus IMAX Enhanced decoding are supported. The negatives are the remote, which has no number buttons, and a menu structure that some buyers needed help navigating. At 152.1 lb it is also the heaviest panel here, so plan the mount and the lift before it arrives.
Who should buy the Sony BRAVIA 5 98
Buy it if picture processing quality is the deciding factor, if you watch a lot of upscaled broadcast and older archive material, or if you grade and review video on the same screen. Sony Pictures Core with studio calibrated modes makes it a natural grading reference at this size.
Who should look elsewhere
It is not the right pick for a 100-inch footprint, for a PlayStation-only household that will not use the studio modes, or for anyone who will not spend time in the menus. Buyers who want the same processing at a lower weight should compare the 100-inch Sony further down.
8. Toshiba 100Z670R: Best 100-Inch TV for PlayStation Owners
Toshiba 100″ Z670 Series Mini-LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV (100Z670R, 2026 New) – QLED, Native 144Hz, HDR10+, Dolby Vision IQ, REGZA Engine Zri, Dolby Atmos, Game Mode Pro, Alexa Built-in, Japan Quality
100 inch Mini LED
full array local dimming
144Hz with VRR and ALLM
136.7 lb
Pros
- Mini LED local dimming delivers deep blacks and clean dark scenes
- REGZA tuning gives natural colour and pleasing skin tones
- Native 144Hz with VRR and ALLM makes PS5 and PC gaming smooth
- Four full-spec HDMI 2.1 ports avoid constant cable swapping
- Built-in bass woofer produces surprisingly immersive Dolby Atmos
Cons
- Some owners report audio drifting out of sync and channel navigation glitches
- Fire TV home screen stays cluttered with promoted content
- Full user manual is hard to find online
The Toshiba 100Z670R pairs a 100-inch Mini LED panel with full array local dimming and a stated 3000:1 contrast ratio, and the tuning comes from Toshiba engineers in Japan through the REGZA Engine Zri. That is visible in the reviews: owners describe natural, soft colour and pleasing skin tones instead of the oversaturated look many quantum dot sets default to.
For PlayStation 5 and PC gamers the specification is the most complete in this roundup. You get native 144Hz, Game Mode Pro, AMD FreeSync Premium, VRR and ALLM, plus four full-spec HDMI 2.1 ports so there is no constant cable swapping when everything wants to be connected at once.
Audio is better than the class average too, with REGZA Power Audio Pro driving a bass woofer alongside dual clear direct speakers for Dolby Atmos. The AI Light Sensor Pro adjusts brightness and colour balance to the room, and the Japan-inspired slim design suits a large footprint better than a thick bezel would.
Two caveats. A recurring review thread covers audio drifting out of sync with on-screen action along with channel navigation glitches on some units, and the Fire TV home screen remains cluttered with promoted content. The review base is also the smallest in the group at 139 ratings, so treat the pattern as worth watching rather than settled.
Who should buy the Toshiba 100Z670R
It suits PlayStation households that want 100 inches, Mini LED contrast and a natural colour rendition rather than maximum punch. Four full-bandwidth HDMI ports also suit people who connect more than two devices.
Who should look elsewhere
Skip it if you need a clean, ad-light interface or if any audio sync wobble would bother you. Toshiba is owned by Hisense, which some buyers dislike on brand grounds alone, and larger review samples are available on the Google TV sets here.
9. Sony BRAVIA 3 II 100: Best 100-Inch Sony
Sony 100 Inch BRAVIA 3 II LED 4K HDR Smart Google TV with Gemini K100XR30M2
100 inch LED
XR Processor
HDMI 2.1 with 4K 120
117 lb
Pros
- Colourful picture with good blacks for a non-Mini-LED panel
- XR Processor scene recognition and upscaling improve clarity
- HDMI 2.1 with 4K 120 plus VRR and ALLM for current consoles
- PlayStation 5 features and Game Menu add real value
- Lighter 117 lb body is easier to handle than premium 100-inch sets
Cons
- Basic LED backlight means no local dimming and weaker contrast
- Google TV interface criticized for clutter and locked-down app management
- Limited viewing angles at 100 inches
- Some live TV playback stutter reported
This is the Sony option if the brand matters and 100 inches is non-negotiable. You get the XR Processor with AI scene recognition, XR Clear Image AI upscaling and XR Triluminos Pro colour on a 100-inch LED panel. Reviewers like the picture and the sound for the class, with X-Balanced Speakers delivering more bass than the size suggests.
The gaming features are the real pull. HDMI 2.1 with 4K at 120Hz, VRR and ALLM, plus PlayStation 5 exclusives including Auto HDR Tone Mapping and Auto Genre Picture Mode and a dedicated Game Menu. Sony Pictures Core adds movie credits and a streaming period, and the packaging is genuinely well designed for a panel this size.
It is also the lighter 100-inch option at 117 lb, which takes some of the strain out of moving and mounting it. That matters more than spec sheets suggest, because the alternative is paying a professional to do the job.
The honest drawback is the backlight. This is a conventional direct-lit LED panel with dimming but no Mini LED local dimming, so contrast trails every Mini LED set in this list, and on a 100-inch screen that gap shows in dark scenes. Reviewers also flag the Google TV interface for clutter, the remote design, narrow viewing angles at this size, and occasional stutter on live TV.
Who should buy the Sony BRAVIA 3 II 100
Buy it for a PlayStation 5 household that wants the Sony interface, the XR processing and a 100-inch panel in a lighter chassis. It is a sensible step up in size from a smaller Sony without moving to the BRAVIA 5 price band.
Who should look elsewhere
If picture quality outranks brand loyalty, the Hisense and Toshiba 100-inch Mini LED sets give noticeably better black levels for similar money. Buyers who dislike Google TV app management will not enjoy this interface either.
10. LG 98NU85: Best 98-Inch TV for webOS and AI Upscaling
LG 98-Inch Class Nano AI 4K NU85 Series Smart TV w/AI Sound Pro, HDR10, AI 4K Super Upscaling, Filmmaker Mode, Wow Orchestra, Compatible with Alexa (98NU850BPUB, 2026)
98 inch LED
webOS 2026
AI Super Upscaling
3 HDMI
Pros
- Clear picture and brightness that hold up in lit rooms
- AI Super Upscaling brings HD and SD sources close to 4K clarity
- Filmmaker Mode with Ambient Light Technology
- Straightforward setup and easy menu navigation
- AI Sound Pro and Wow Orchestra improve on typical TV audio
Cons
- HDR10 Pro only with no Dolby Vision and no local dimming at this size
- Remote included does not support the advertised AI and voice features
- Native sound quality is poor and needs a sound system
- Only 3 HDMI and 1 USB port
The 98NU85 is the pick if you want a 98-inch set on webOS and you care more about upscaling than about local dimming. The Alpha 8 AI processor drives the Nano Detail Enhancer and AI Super Upscaling, which sharpens HD and SD sources toward 4K. On a screen nearly 86 inches wide, that processing is doing real work on broadcast and older streaming content.
Gaming features are listed generously, with VRR 144Hz, Motion Booster 288, AMD FreeSync Premium, ALLM, LG Game Dashboard and Game Optimizer, and Filmmaker Mode includes Ambient Light Technology to compensate for room lighting. The webOS 2026 platform is built around Google Gemini and Microsoft Copilot, with LG Channels offering free channels and a large on-demand catalogue.
Owners praise the picture, the colour punch in lit rooms and the simple menu, and several note how well the screen fits above a fireplace. AI Sound Pro with Wow Orchestra improves on typical TV speakers, though the consensus is that a sound system is still needed.
Read the specification carefully, because it is where this set gives ground. It is HDR10 Pro only, with no Dolby Vision and no Mini LED local dimming at this size, and the panel refresh is listed at 60Hz even though the marketing refresh rate is 120Hz. The remote supplied does not support the AI, voice or pointer features LG advertises, and the review base of 95 ratings carries an 18% one-star share, the highest in the group alongside the Hisense E6.
Who should buy the LG 98NU85
It suits households already invested in webOS who want a large screen for everyday viewing and upscaling of older material. If you watch mostly standard definition broadcasts and streaming, the AI processing earns its place.
Who should look elsewhere
Movie night and Dolby Vision content should rule it out, as should anyone who needs more than three HDMI ports. The missing number-pad and voice support on the included remote is worth checking against your own setup before you commit.
How to Choose a 98-Inch or 100-Inch TV
Is the two-inch difference between 98 and 100 worth it?
On paper the jump looks trivial. In practice a 16:9 98-inch panel measures roughly 85.4 inches wide by 48 inches tall, while a 100-inch panel is about 87 inches wide by 49 inches tall, and the area difference works out to a few percent rather than a step change. Wall width is the real constraint, not picture size.
Because area scales with the square of the diagonal, moving up a full size class matters far more than two inches. That is why buyers stepping from 85 to 98 inches see a dramatic change, while 98 to 100 is mostly about filling a wall that a 98-inch leaves awkward gaps beside. If your wall is already sized for 100, buy the 100. If it is sized for 98, stretching to 100 usually means losing cabinetry or mounting margin.
Mini LED, QLED or plain LED: what the label buys you
At this size Mini LED is the feature that changes the picture. Mini LED backlighting means thousands of small LEDs grouped into local dimming zones, so the screen can darken the area around dark pixels and approximate OLED-like contrast. QLED describes the quantum dot colour filter layer and says nothing about dimming. Plain LED, sometimes sold as Crystal UHD or Nano LED, may dim globally or in a handful of coarse zones, which is why those sets look grey in a dark room.
None of these are cheap at 98 inches or above, and the difference shows most in a dedicated room with controlled lighting. One useful myth to drop: Mini LED is not automatically better than a well-executed full-array set, because the dimming algorithm matters as much as the LED count. Read independent measurements rather than the zone count on the box.
How to read a brightness claim
Nits measure luminance, and a manufacturer peak brightness number describes a small window of the screen measured for an instant. Sustained full-screen brightness is always lower, and it is the number that decides whether HDR looks convincing across a whole frame. Treat a 5000 nit claim as a ceiling, not a typical result.
What you can reason about instead is the anti-reflective treatment. The matte finish on the TCL 98QM6K and Sony BRAVIA 5 98 and the Anti-Reflection Pro coating on the Hisense 100U8QG are structural differences that show up in daylight, and they matter more in a sunlit room than any headline figure.
How far away should you sit from a 98-inch TV?
For a 98-inch 4K panel, a 32 to 40 degree viewing angle is the usual target. That works out to roughly 8 to 10 feet for a 98-inch set, 10 to 13 feet for a 100-inch set in a normal living room, and 13 to 15 feet or more for a dedicated media room. Closer than that and you start to see the pixel structure and panel texture; further and the picture feels small.
The practical test is to stand at your normal seat and look at the edges of the screen while someone walks in front of it. If the edges feel enormous, pull the seat back. If the picture feels understated, move closer. If you want a small reference screen to calibrate against, our guide to 7-inch field monitors covers the other end of the size range.
Gaming specs worth checking on the exact model
Verify four things on the specific SKU rather than the series: native panel refresh, not the advertised Motion Rate; the variable refresh range in Hz; how many ports carry full 48Gbps HDMI 2.1 bandwidth; and whether ALLM auto game mode is present. The Toshiba 100Z670R and Sony BRAVIA 3 II 100 give you four full-bandwidth ports, while the Hisense 100U8QG and LG 98NU85 give you three.
Be suspicious of interpolated frame rates on a screen this size. A 288Hz Motion Rate figure is frame insertion, not 288Hz of motion, and on a 98-inch panel the doubled frame timing can look worse rather than smoother if the source is already clean.
Delivery, mounting and the return window
Measure before you order. These panels weigh between 117 and 152 lb, the cabinets are large, and delivery crews may refuse to carry a unit upstairs without a prior site survey. Check the VESA pattern for your mount, confirm the wall is load-bearing or use a proper mounting kit, and leave ventilation clearance around the panel.
Then protect the return window. Before the return deadline, run full-screen dark and light scenes to check for dead pixels, backlight bleed, uneven brightness and blooming; test every HDMI port at 4K and at the highest refresh the panel supports; confirm VRR, eARC and the apps you actually use; and keep all packaging. A large-panel return is far more expensive than a 75-inch one, so the inspection is not optional. Read the model number carefully too, because suffixes such as K, N, D, F and H mark model years, and a relabelled smaller panel sold as jumbo is a known problem in this category.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best 98-100 inch TV for the money?
The TCL 98QM6K is the best 98-100 inch TV for most people, because it is the set in this group that combines Mini LED full array local dimming, a native 144Hz panel and four HDMI ports without moving up a price band. The Samsung 98Q7F is the better value pick if you want the largest review base and free channels, and the Hisense 100E6QF gives you a 100-inch screen with a native 144Hz panel at the entry rung.
Who makes the best 100 inch TVs?
Hisense builds three of the strongest 100-inch sets available: the 100U8QG with MiniLED Pro backlighting and up to 5600 local dimming zones, the 100E7SF with Hi-QLED Mini LED and full array local dimming, and the 100E6QF QLED with a native 144Hz panel. Toshiba also competes hard at 100 inches with the 100Z670R, and Sony offers the BRAVIA 3 II 100. The 100-inch shelf is thinner than the 98-inch one because fewer brands commit to the panel volume.
Is it worth getting a 98 inch TV?
Yes, if you can sit 8 to 10 feet back and the picture wall can take a set roughly 85.4 inches wide and 48 inches tall. Screen area scales with the square of the diagonal, so a 98-inch panel shows about a third more picture than an 85-inch set. It is not worth it in a small room, a rental, or anywhere the carton and the mounting job will be a problem.
How far away should you sit from a 98 inch TV?
About 8 to 10 feet from a 98-inch 4K panel, which keeps the screen inside a 32 to 40 degree viewing angle. A 100-inch set usually wants 10 to 13 feet, and a dedicated media room can go to 13 to 15 feet. Sit closer than that and the pixel structure becomes visible; sit further back and the picture feels small for the panel you paid for.
Can one person install a 98 inch TV?
Not safely. The panels in this roundup weigh between 117 and 152 lb, which is too heavy and too awkward for one person to lift onto a wall mount. Get a second person or professional mounting, confirm the VESA pattern matches your bracket, and check that the wall is load-bearing. A single dropped panel at this size is a genuinely expensive mistake.
The Bottom Line on 98-Inch and 100-Inch TVs
The best 98 inch and 100 inch TVs in 2026 are decided by backlight, not by badge. The TCL 98QM6K takes our EDITOR’S CHOICE as the only set that gives you Mini LED local dimming, a native 144Hz panel and a full port selection in one box, the Hisense 100U8QG is the pick for a bright room and a 100-inch wall, and the Hisense 100E6QF covers anyone who simply wants the biggest screen first.
Measure your wall, measure your seating distance, plan for a two-person mount, and run the return-window inspection before the deadline closes. For the colour and grading side of a big screen, our guide to TVs for reviewing footage goes deeper on what accuracy actually means.