LG QNED 65QNED84BUA 65"

The LG QNED 65QNED84BUA is a 65-inch 4K Mini-LED TV that punches above its weight for gaming, with a 120Hz panel, AMD FreeSync Premium, and ALLM. Display quality ranks in the 85th percentile, making it one of the better panels in its class. Just know that HDR support is limited to HDR10 and HLG, so movie fans may want to look elsewhere.

The Mini-LED backlight does the heavy lifting here. You're getting far better contrast and brightness control than a standard edge-lit LED, and in a bright room this panel holds up well. The 100% Color Volume claim translates to punchy, saturated colors that don't wash out when the lights are on. Motion Booster and the 120Hz native panel keep fast action smooth, which matters whether you're watching sports or dodging attacks in a fast-paced game.

For gaming specifically, this TV is a standout at its price. The 120Hz refresh rate combined with AMD FreeSync Premium means no screen tearing and minimal blur when you're pushing high frame rates on a PS5, Xbox Series X, or a gaming PC. ALLM automatically switches to Game Mode when you fire up a console, and the Game Optimizer dashboard puts latency and picture settings right where you need them. The gaming score lands in the 78th percentile, which is well above average for this category. Audio is a 2.0 channel setup with Dolby Atmos and virtual surround, which is fine for casual viewing but you'll want a soundbar for anything cinematic.

The Sony BRAVIA 7 K65XR70 is the most direct competitor here, and it's a tough one. Sony's processing is generally considered best-in-class, and the BRAVIA 7 typically offers better HDR handling with Dolby Vision support. But you'll pay more for it. The Hisense U8 Series 65U8QG is probably the biggest threat on value. It packs Mini-LED, Dolby Vision, and often a brighter panel into a similar or lower price bracket. The TCL QM6K Series 55QM6K is smaller at 55 inches but delivers excellent picture quality for the money, and TCL's Mini-LED implementation has been improving fast.

Where the LG holds its own is in gaming. The combination of 120Hz, FreeSync Premium, ALLM, and LG's Game Optimizer is genuinely excellent. The Samsung The Frame Pro LS03HW is a different beast entirely, aimed at people who want a TV that looks like art on the wall, and you pay a premium for that aesthetic. The Roku Pro Series 55R8C5 is a solid budget option but doesn't match the LG's gaming features or Mini-LED contrast. If gaming is your priority, the LG is one of the better choices in this group.

Pricing on the LG QNED 65QNED84BUA is all over the place depending on where you look. We're seeing USD 460 to USD 650 across six US listings, which is a USD 190 spread. That's a big enough gap that you should absolutely shop around before pulling the trigger. The lower end of that range makes this TV a genuinely good deal for what you're getting. At the higher end, you're creeping into territory where competitors like the Hisense U8 Series or TCL QM6K start looking more attractive, especially since those often include Dolby Vision. If you can find this LG closer to USD 460, it's a strong value proposition for a 65-inch Mini-LED with 120Hz gaming chops.

The LG QNED 65QNED84BUA is a 65-inch 4K Mini-LED TV that sits in that interesting middle ground where you're getting some genuinely premium tech without stepping up to OLED money. It's built around LG's α8 AI Processor 4K Gen3 and a Direct LED Mini-LED backlight, which is the headline feature here. You get a 120Hz native refresh rate, HDMI 2.1, and a full suite of gaming features like AMD FreeSync Premium and ALLM. In our database, the display quality lands in the 85th percentile, which puts it among the better panels we've tracked in this category.

People searching for a 65-inch Mini-LED TV for gaming and streaming will find a lot to like here. The webOS platform is snappy and loaded with apps, plus you get Apple AirPlay and Google Cast built in. The smart features score in the 80th percentile, so it's a strong performer for everyday use. And while the picture quality score sits at the 36th percentile overall, that number needs context. The HDR support is HDR10 and HLG only, no Dolby Vision, which drags things down compared to competitors that offer the full HDR buffet.

At USD 460 to USD 650 depending on where you shop, this is a value-focused Mini-LED option. It's not trying to be a flagship. It's trying to bring Mini-LED contrast and 120Hz gaming to a price point where those features usually don't live. For a bright living room or a dedicated gaming setup, that's a compelling pitch.

Skip this TV if you're a home theater purist who wants the best possible HDR experience. The lack of Dolby Vision is a dealbreaker for some, and the picture quality score in the 36th percentile reflects that limitation. If you mostly watch movies in a dark room and care about HDR formats, look at the Hisense U8 Series or TCL QM6K instead. Also skip it if you need more than 3 HDMI ports or want Wi-Fi 6 for future-proofing. And if you're not a gamer, you're paying for gaming features you won't use, so a picture-focused alternative might serve you better.

Should you buy the LG QNED 65QNED84BUA? If you're a gamer looking for a 65-inch TV with 120Hz, VRR, and low input lag without spending OLED money, yes. This is one of the better gaming TVs in its price range, and the Mini-LED backlight gives you contrast and brightness that standard LEDs can't touch. The display quality ranking in the 85th percentile backs that up.

But if you're a movie buff who cares about the best possible HDR, the lack of Dolby Vision is a real limitation. HDR10 and HLG are fine, but they're not the full experience. And if you're not gaming at all, you might be better served by a Hisense or TCL that prioritizes picture quality over gaming features. For the right buyer, though, this LG delivers a lot of what makes expensive TVs expensive, at a price that's much easier to swallow.