Jaw-dropping image clarity is the calling card of this sensational Sony 40-incher. Its active 3D visuals are precise and detailed, while 2D imagery is uniformly excellent thanks to the the MotionFlow 100 Pro frame rate enhancement, which offers superbly smooth movement.

Price: £999 | Sony

Sony’s connected TV service is also up there with the best. The NX713 offers access to the BBC iPlayer, Sky News and LOVEFiLM as well as Sony’s own cloud music and movie service Qriocity. Add all of that to a TV with a stunning, monolithic design and you have a clear contender for the TV of the Year.