LG QNED evo AI 100QNED85AU 100.3"

The LG QNED evo AI 100QNED85AU is a social proof monster with a 4.9-star average and top-tier connectivity that's a dream for gamers thanks to its 120Hz panel. Just know that its HDR is held back by the lack of Dolby Vision, and the built-in 2.0 channel audio is weak. At its lowest price, it's a massive value, but shop around because the price spread is an insane $96,200.

This TV is built for speed and scale. The native 120Hz panel, combined with VRR, ALLM, and FreeSync Premium, makes motion handling buttery smooth. In our gaming tests, it lands in the 84th percentile, which translates to a responsive, tear-free experience that most console and PC gamers will appreciate. The a8 AI Processor 4K Gen2 does the heavy lifting for upscaling, and while it's not LG's top-tier chip, it keeps lower-resolution content looking respectable on this gigantic screen. The Mini-LED backlight with Dimming Pro technology helps achieve deep blacks and bright highlights, contributing to a picture quality score that's well above average. However, the audio is a bit of a letdown. A 2.0 channel setup on a TV this size feels like an afterthought, and its audio ranking is just average. You'll definitely want to budget for a soundbar, even with Dolby Atmos support onboard.

Stacked against the competition, the LG's main advantage is sheer size for the dollar at its lowest price. The Sony BRAVIA XR XR77A95L will absolutely demolish it in picture quality and HDR performance with its QD-OLED panel, but it's smaller and likely pricier. The Samsung Neo QLED QN900F is a more direct Mini-LED rival with better HDR support and a more advanced processor, making it the pick for cinephiles. Meanwhile, the TCL QM7K and Hisense U8 Series are the value kings that will get you 90% of the way there on picture quality for potentially less money, though they might not match the LG's connectivity or gaming chops. The LG carves out a niche as the giant, well-connected gaming screen, but it's not the outright picture quality leader.

Pricing on this set is all over the map, with a wild spread of $96,200 between the lowest and highest vendor listings we've seen. The low end, around $3,499, makes this a shockingly good deal for a 100-inch Mini-LED TV and an easy recommendation. At that price, the price-to-performance ratio is fantastic, especially given the strong gaming and smart features. But if you're looking at the higher end of that spectrum, you're stepping into premium OLED territory from competitors, where the lack of Dolby Vision and just-average HDR become much harder to swallow. Shop carefully, because the value proposition changes dramatically depending on where you buy.

The LG QNED evo AI 100QNED85AU is a massive 100-inch statement piece that gets a lot right, especially if you're looking for a connected, smart centerpiece for a big room. Its social proof is off the charts, landing in the absolute top tier of our database, and connectivity is a standout at the 97th percentile. You get Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, and four HDMI ports, which means this TV plays nice with just about everything you'd want to plug into it. The 120Hz native refresh rate and full suite of gaming features like FreeSync Premium and VRR put it in a strong position for gamers, sitting well above average in our gaming rankings. But it's not a flawless victory. The HDR support, limited to HDR10 and HLG without Dolby Vision, is a noticeable weak spot that drags down its otherwise solid picture quality score.

Cinephiles who prioritize the absolute best picture quality should look elsewhere. The lack of Dolby Vision and just-average HDR performance means you won't get the most out of 4K Blu-rays or premium streaming content. A high-end OLED from Sony or Samsung will deliver far superior contrast and specular highlight detail. You should also skip this if you're not prepared for the logistical nightmare of mounting a 65.9kg TV, its portability score is one of the worst we've seen, so this is a set-it-and-forget-it purchase only.

If you can snag the 100QNED85AU near its lowest recorded price and your priority is a gigantic, smooth gaming display with excellent connectivity, this is a fantastic buy. The social proof doesn't lie, owners love this thing. But you have to go in with your eyes open about its limitations. The lack of Dolby Vision is a real compromise for movie lovers, and the built-in speakers are merely a placeholder. Factor a soundbar into your budget, double-check that price tag, and you'll have a crowd-pleasing centerpiece that's hard to beat for the size.