Most Efficient TVs

Finding a TV that saves you money is easier than you think. It's not just about the star rating; the technology inside plays a massive part. Look for models with smart processors that adjust the picture for you and screen types that are naturally better at managing power. Here’s a quick breakdown of what to keep an eye on.

The type of screen your TV has is one of the biggest factors in how much power it uses. Newer technologies are designed to give you a better picture while being smarter with electricity, so you don’t have to choose between performance and efficiency.

The best thing about an OLED screen is its ability to create perfect black. Because each pixel makes its own light, it can turn off completely when a scene is dark. This not only creates amazing contrast but also saves a lot of energy. Models like the Sony BRAVIA 8M2 use this technology to deliver incredible visuals while remaining highly efficient. It's a clear customer favourite, carrying an impressive 4.8-star average rating from over 125 verified buyers who love the stunning picture quality.

Mini LED and Samsung’s Neo QLED TVs use thousands of tiny LEDs as a backlight, grouped into hundreds of dimming zones. This means the TV can brighten a sunny spot in a picture while keeping the shadowy parts dark, giving you fantastic contrast. More importantly, it only sends power to the areas that need to be lit, which is a very effective way to save energy. TVs like the Samsung NeoQLED QN80H and LG QNED86B use this precise control to create a brilliant picture that’s also efficient.

QLED TVs are known for their bright, punchy colours, and they're becoming more and more energy-efficient. Models like the CHiQ QM10 4K QLED TV combine a vibrant Quantum Dot display with an official 'Highly Energy Efficient' rating, so you get breathtaking colour without the high running costs. Highly rated by customers with a 4.7-star average, it proves you can have a top-tier viewing experience that's also kind to your wallet.

Yes, a larger screen generally uses more energy than a smaller one, but modern technology makes a huge difference. A new, highly-efficient 65-inch TV can often be cheaper to run than an older, less-efficient 55-inch model, so it’s always best to check the energy rating.

OLED technology is typically the most energy-efficient for TVs because its pixels can turn off individually, using no power to display true black. However, the latest Mini LED and Neo QLED TVs are also exceptionally efficient thanks to their precise local dimming and smart backlight control.

They can slightly reduce the screen's maximum brightness, but the best energy-saving modes use AI to optimise the picture intelligently. For most shows and movies, you likely won’t notice a difference in quality, just a lower power bill.

The exact savings depend on how much you watch TV and your local electricity costs, but choosing a model with a high energy star rating can lead to noticeable savings on your yearly power bill compared to an older, less efficient television.

The energy star rating provides a simple, standardised way to compare how much electricity different TVs use. The more stars a TV has, the more energy-efficient it is, meaning it will cost you less to run and have a smaller impact on the environment.