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The Best Big Screen TVs: 80, 90, 98 & 115-Inch Buyer's Guide

The Best Big Screen TVs: 80, 90, 98 & 115-Inch Buyer's Guide

Thinking about going big? You're not alone. Screens in the 80-inch, 90-inch, 98-inch, and even 115-inch range have gone from rare luxury to genuinely attainable — and once you've watched a game or a movie on one, there's no going back. This guide walks you through everything that matters when choosing a big screen TV: how big you can actually go, what to look for, and which models deliver the most for your money.

And here are two headlines most people don't realize yet: you can put a 98-inch TV in your living room for just $1,399 — and if you want the ultimate statement piece, the biggest TV Samsung makes just got $12,000 more affordable. More on both in a moment.

How big is too big? Sizing your room for an 80" to 115" TV

The most common worry we hear at The Big Screen Store is "won't that be too big?" Almost always, the answer is no — people consistently wish they'd gone bigger, not smaller. Here's a simple rule of thumb for viewing distance:

  • 80–85-inch TV: comfortable from about 8–9 feet or more
  • 90-inch TV: comfortable from about 9–10 feet or more
  • 98-inch TV: comfortable from about 10–12 feet or more
  • 115-inch TV: comfortable from about 12–14 feet or more

Most living rooms have a primary seating distance of 9 to 12 feet, which means a 90-inch or even 98-inch screen is well within range for the majority of homes. The best way to know for sure? Come see them set up in person at one of our 11 Baltimore and Washington DC area showrooms, arranged just like they'd be in your home.

The best value in big screen TVs: the 98" Samsung DU9000 at $1,399

Let's start with the TV that's turning heads. The Samsung 98" DU9000 delivers a true 98-inch 4K picture for just $1,399 — which is less than many 80-inch and even some 75-inch TVs cost. If your goal is maximum screen for your money, nothing else comes close.

What you get for that price:

  • A massive 98-inch 4K UHD display with Samsung's Supersize Picture Enhancer, tuned specifically for big screens
  • PurColor for a wider, more lifelike range of colors than standard TVs
  • 4K upscaling that sharpens even non-4K content — great for live sports and older shows
  • Motion Xcelerator 120Hz for smooth, blur-free action during fast-moving plays

For game days, movie nights, and everyday viewing where you just want the biggest, most immersive picture without spending a fortune, the 98" DU9000 is the easiest recommendation we've made in years. We stock these in quantity and they're available for our free white-glove delivery — but at this price, they move fast.

The ultimate big screen: 115" Samsung QN90F Neo QLED — now $14,999

If the DU9000 is about going big on a budget, this is about going as big as it gets. The Samsung 115" QN90F Neo QLED is the largest TV Samsung makes — a genuine home-theater centerpiece — and we've brought it down to $14,999 from its $26,999 list price, a $12,000 savings.

This is Samsung's flagship 4K Neo QLED, and the 115-inch model is the top of the entire lineup:

  • Advanced Mini-LED backlighting with hundreds of precise dimming zones for deep blacks and brilliant highlights — approaching OLED-level contrast with far higher brightness (over 2,000 nits peak)
  • The upgraded NQ8 AI Gen3 processor (exclusive to the 115" model) for best-in-class AI upscaling and scene optimization
  • Glare Free matte screen that stays crisp and watchable even in bright, sunlit rooms
  • Ultra Wide Viewing Angle technology — everyone gets a great picture, ideal for big rooms and game-day crowds
  • Full HDMI 2.1, 144Hz VRR, and low input lag for next-generation gaming
  • Dolby Atmos audio with Object Tracking Sound+ for immersive, theater-like sound

At 115 inches, this is the closest thing to a movie theater you can put on your wall — and at $12,000 off, it's the best value on a screen this size you'll find anywhere. We have limited quantities at this closeout price.

Stepping up in picture quality: premium big screen options

Between the value of the DU9000 and the spectacle of the 115" QN90F, there are two premium tiers worth understanding if picture quality is your priority.

Best brightness and next-gen color at big sizes: Samsung Micro RGB (R85H and R95H)

Samsung's new Micro RGB lineup represents the biggest leap in LCD picture quality in years. By using individually controlled red, green, and blue LEDs, these TVs deliver dramatically improved color accuracy and local dimming — the brightest, most vivid picture Samsung makes. And crucially for big-screen shoppers, Micro RGB comes in the large sizes that matter: 85", 98", 100", and 115".

  • Samsung R85H — Micro RGB picture quality at a more accessible price. The best value entry into the technology.
  • Samsung R95H — Samsung's Micro RGB flagship. The brightest, most accurate picture available in a big-screen LCD, with Glare Free technology for rooms with lots of natural light.

If you want the best possible picture and a screen bigger than 83 inches, Micro RGB is your premium path. See our full R95H vs R85H comparison to choose between them.

Best overall picture quality (up to 83"): Samsung OLED (S90H and S95H)

For the finest picture quality money can buy — perfect blacks, infinite contrast, and flawless viewing from any angle — Samsung's QD-OLED TVs are the gold standard. One important note for big-screen shoppers: OLED tops out at 83 inches. So if your heart is set on a screen larger than 83", you'll want Micro RGB or Neo QLED above. But if 83" fits your room, nothing looks better.

  • Samsung S90H — Best-value OLED, with the same stunning color accuracy as the flagship and now with Glare Free technology.
  • Samsung S95H — Samsung's flagship OLED and one of the best-looking TVs available today. Up to 35% brighter than last year's model, with a virtually glare-free screen and the best color accuracy of any TV made.

Which big screen TV should you buy?

Here's the simple breakdown:

  • Want the most screen for your money? The 98" DU9000 at $1,399 is unbeatable. Go big without going broke.
  • Want the ultimate statement piece? The 115" QN90F at $14,999 (from $26,999) is the biggest TV Samsung makes, at the best price you'll find.
  • Want the brightest, most vivid picture at large sizes? Step up to Micro RGB (R85H for value, R95H for the flagship), available up to 115".
  • Want the absolute best picture quality at 83" or smaller? Samsung OLED (S90H for value, S95H for the flagship).

Whichever direction you lean, the smartest move is to see them side by side. At The Big Screen Store, we set up every TV exactly how you'll have it at home, so you can compare an 80-inch to a 98-inch to a 115-inch in person and see the differences for yourself — no guesswork. With the widest selection of Samsung TVs on display anywhere in the region, guaranteed low prices, free white-glove delivery, and free lifetime tech support, there's no better place to buy your next big screen.

Find your nearest showroom and come see the difference for yourself.

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