A 55-inch screen is a solid choice for various needs, and many of the best smart TVs are sold in this size. A 55-inch set is still large enough to feel immersive in smaller living rooms, while offering a more compact alternative to 65-inch models that might be too large for some spaces.

If you're shopping for a media console or mount to pair with a 55-inch TV, consider our guides to the best TV stands and best TV wall mounts for top recommendations.

A 55-inch TV is also a good fit for a bedroom where you might want something smaller than what you've got in your living room, but not so compact that you must sacrifice picture quality features. Most brands' best 4K TVs are available in 55-inch options, but many top displays are not sold in sizes below that. For instance, if you want one of Sony's best OLED TVs, the 55-inch size is the smallest available.

New 2026 55-inch TV models were announced at the CES tech show in Las Vegas. That said, we don't expect most models to start shipping until the spring. Our experts will review 2026 TVs for consideration in this guide as soon as they become available. You can find more details about upcoming 55-inch TV models in our CES 2026 TV roundup.

However, shoppers should remember that 2025 TV models will remain in stock for much of the year, and will likely cost much less than their 2026 counterparts. With that in mind, many 2025 TV models will remain the better value.