# TVs with ATSC 3.0 (NEXTGEN TV) tuners: which current models have one

Source: https://specwiseguide.com/atsc-3-tvs/
Updated: 2026-11-13 · By SMART SC Editorial Team

**Short answer:** Of the current TVs we checked, **Sony's BRAVIA 5, 7, 8 II and 9 II**, **Hisense's U7 and U8** and **TCL's QM8K** have a built-in **ATSC 3.0 (NEXTGEN TV)** tuner. **LG's TVs** (it dropped ATSC 3.0 from 2024 models), **Samsung's 4K TVs and OLEDs**, **TCL's QM6K and QM7K**, **Hisense's U6** and **Sony's BRAVIA 3** have only the older ATSC 1.0 tuner. ATSC 1.0 still receives every local channel today; an ATSC 3.0 tuner adds the newer broadcasts that the ATSC says reach about three-quarters of US homes, and an external tuner can add it later.

## Key takeaways

- **ATSC 3.0 built in:** Sony BRAVIA 5, 7, 8 II, 9 II; Hisense U7, U8; TCL QM8K.
- **ATSC 1.0 only:** LG B5, C5, G5, QNED85A and LQ630B; Samsung S90F/S90H, QN90F; TCL QM6K/QM7K; Hisense U6; Sony BRAVIA 3.
- Nothing stops working on an ATSC 1.0 TV today: stations simulcast in ATSC 1.0, and the FCC hasn't set a switch-off date.
- **External tuners** add ATSC 3.0 to any TV; check DRM support before buying one.

ATSC 3.0, marketed as **NEXTGEN TV**, is the newer standard for free over-the-air broadcasts. Whether a TV has the tuner for it is one of the least advertised specs, and it differs even within one brand. We checked the tuner line of each current spec sheet.

## Built-in tuner, line by line

| TV line | Type | Built-in tuner | Sizes we list | Check price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hisense U6 (U65QF) 2025 | Mini LED | ATSC 1.0 | 55″, 65″, 75″, 85″ | Amazon ↗ |
| Hisense U7 (U75QG) 2025 | Mini LED | ATSC 3.0 (NEXTGEN TV) | 55″, 65″, 75″, 85″, 100″ | Amazon ↗ |
| Hisense U8 (U8QG) 2025 | Mini LED | ATSC 3.0 (NEXTGEN TV) | 55″, 65″, 75″, 85″, 100″ | Amazon ↗ |
| LG B5 2025 | OLED | ATSC 1.0 | 55″, 65″, 83″ | Amazon ↗ |
| LG C5 2025 | OLED | ATSC 1.0 | 42″, 48″, 55″, 65″, 77″, 83″ | Amazon ↗ |
| LG G5 2025 | OLED | ATSC 1.0 | 55″, 65″, 77″, 83″, 97″ | Amazon ↗ |
| LG QNED85A 2025 | Mini LED | ATSC 1.0 | 55″, 65″, 75″, 86″, 100″ | Amazon ↗ |
| LG LQ630B 2023 | LED | ATSC 1.0 | 32″ | Amazon ↗ |
| Samsung QN90H 2026 | Mini LED | Not confirmed | 65″, 75″ | Amazon ↗ |
| Samsung S90H 2026 | OLED | ATSC 1.0 | 55″, 65″, 77″, 83″ | Amazon ↗ |
| Samsung Q8F 2025 | LED | Not confirmed | 32″, 43″, 50″, 55″, 65″, 75″, 85″ | Amazon ↗ |
| Samsung QN90F 2025 | Mini LED | ATSC 1.0 | 55″, 65″, 75″, 85″ | Amazon ↗ |
| Samsung S90F 2025 | OLED | ATSC 1.0 | 55″, 65″, 77″, 83″ | Amazon ↗ |
| Samsung S95F 2025 | OLED | Not confirmed | 55″, 65″, 77″, 83″ | Amazon ↗ |
| Samsung The Frame (LS03F) 2025 | LED | Not confirmed | 43″, 50″, 55″, 65″ | Amazon ↗ |
| Sony BRAVIA 9 II 2026 | RGB LED | ATSC 3.0 (NEXTGEN TV) | 65″ | Amazon ↗ |
| Sony BRAVIA 5 2025 | Mini LED | ATSC 3.0 (NEXTGEN TV) | 55″, 65″ | Amazon ↗ |
| Sony BRAVIA 8 II 2025 | QD-OLED | ATSC 3.0 (NEXTGEN TV) | 55″, 65″ | Amazon ↗ |
| Sony BRAVIA 3 2024 | LED | ATSC 1.0 | 43″, 50″, 55″, 65″ | Amazon ↗ |
| Sony BRAVIA 7 2024 | Mini LED | ATSC 3.0 (NEXTGEN TV) | 65″ | Amazon ↗ |
| TCL QM6K 2025 | Mini LED | ATSC 1.0 | 55″, 65″, 75″, 85″, 98″ | Amazon ↗ |
| TCL QM7K 2025 | Mini LED | ATSC 1.0 | 55″, 65″, 75″, 85″, 98″ | Amazon ↗ |
| TCL QM8K 2025 | Mini LED | ATSC 3.0 (NEXTGEN TV) | 65″, 85″, 98″ | Amazon ↗ |

"Not confirmed" means neither the spec sheet nor a reliable source states the tuner. Samsung's 2026 QN90H, the S95F, Q8F and The Frame fall here; given Samsung's policy of keeping ATSC 3.0 for its 8K sets, assume ATSC 1.0 unless Samsung's page for your exact model says otherwise.

## Why some brands dropped it

ATSC 3.0 tuners cost manufacturers money in chips and licensing, and few buyers ask for them. **LG**, which was an early supporter, removed them from its 2024 TVs onward. **Samsung** puts them only in its 8K TVs. **Sony** keeps them across its mid-range and premium BRAVIA lines, and **Hisense** in its U7 and U8. **TCL** includes one in the QM8K but not the QM6K or QM7K.

## What ATSC 3.0 gives you

- **Better picture and sound potential:** the standard supports 4K, HDR and Dolby AC-4 audio, though most stations currently broadcast in 1080p or lower.
- **More robust reception** in some conditions, and features like dialogue enhancement.
- **Interactive and internet-linked features**, which some broadcasters use for on-demand content.

And what it doesn't, yet:

- **It's not required.** Stations broadcasting in ATSC 3.0 still simulcast their main channels in ATSC 1.0, so an ATSC 1.0 TV with an antenna receives them. The FCC's proposals so far don't set a cutoff date for ATSC 1.0 or require ATSC 3.0 tuners in TVs, although broadcasters (through the NAB) have asked for a firm date.
- **Some channels are encrypted.** Broadcasters encrypt some ATSC 3.0 signals (DRM managed by the A3SA). Most ATSC 3.0 TVs can decrypt them, but some external tuners and DVRs can't, which has been the format's main controversy.

According to the ATSC, NEXTGEN TV signals reach about **76% of US households**.

## Adding ATSC 3.0 to a TV that lacks it

You don't need to replace a TV for ATSC 3.0. Options include:

- **Set-top converter boxes** that connect to your antenna and to the TV by HDMI. Broadcasters launched a program in 2026 to bring low-cost converters to market.
- **Network tuners** (such as SiliconDust's HDHomeRun models) that receive the antenna signal and stream channels to apps on your TV, phone or streaming device.
- **USB tuner sticks** for some Google TV and Fire TV sets.

Before buying, check that the tuner handles **encrypted (DRM) channels** if your local stations use encryption, and that it works with your TV or streaming platform.

## Should it decide which TV you buy?

- **If you watch mostly over-the-air with an antenna** and keep TVs for many years, prefer a model with ATSC 3.0: Sony BRAVIA 5 and up, Hisense U7 or U8, or TCL QM8K.
- **If you stream or use cable,** ignore it.
- **If the TV you want lacks it,** buy it anyway and add an external tuner if your stations ever make ATSC 3.0 worth having.

## Frequently asked questions

### Do I need an ATSC 3.0 tuner?

Not yet, for most people. Local stations that broadcast in ATSC 3.0 still simulcast in ATSC 1.0, which every TV receives, and the FCC hasn't set a date to end ATSC 1.0. ATSC 3.0 can add better picture and sound where stations use them; if you rely on an antenna and keep TVs for many years, it's a reasonable tie-breaker.

### Do LG TVs have ATSC 3.0?

Not current ones. LG removed ATSC 3.0 tuners from its 2024 TVs onward; the 2025 B5, C5, G5 and QNED85A sheets all list an ATSC 1.0 tuner. Some older LG models (2020–2023) had them, though not every one: the 2023 32-inch LQ630B is ATSC 1.0.

### Do Samsung TVs have ATSC 3.0?

Samsung reserves ATSC 3.0 for its 8K Neo QLED models; its 2025 4K TVs and its 2025–2026 OLEDs (S90F, S90H) have ATSC 1.0 tuners.

### Which Sony TVs have ATSC 3.0?

Sony's spec sheets list ATSC 3.0 (NEXTGEN TV) for the BRAVIA 5, BRAVIA 7, BRAVIA 8 II and BRAVIA 9 II; the entry-level BRAVIA 3 has ATSC 1.0.

### Can I add ATSC 3.0 to my TV?

Yes, with an external tuner: a set-top box or a network tuner that streams to your TV. Some ATSC 3.0 channels are encrypted, so check that the tuner supports the broadcasters' DRM (A3SA certification) if you want those channels.

### Is ATSC 3.0 the same as NEXTGEN TV?

Yes. NEXTGEN TV is the consumer brand for ATSC 3.0; TVs and tuners that support it often carry the NEXTGEN TV logo.

## Sources

- [Hisense U65QF specifications sheet](https://static.pcrichard.com/docs/55U65QF_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf)
- [Hisense U75QG specifications sheet](https://static.pcrichard.com/docs/55U75QG_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf)
- [Hisense U8QG specifications sheet](https://static.pcrichard.com/docs/55U8QG_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf)
- [LG Electronics USA, OLED B5 spec sheet (55/65, 05/2025)](https://static.pcrichard.com/docs/OLED65B5_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf)
- [LG Electronics USA, OLED evo C5 spec sheet (02/2025)](https://images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--1wRfLD3h--/s2fp28jm20rwng16loto.pdf)
- [LG Electronics USA, OLED evo G5 spec sheet (02/2025)](https://images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--TmexmtYN--/gpn5ncne505um4qcctyq.pdf)
- [LG Electronics USA, QNED85A spec sheet (03/2025)](https://static.pcrichard.com/docs/65QNED85AUA_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf)
- [LG Electronics USA, 32LQ630B spec sheet (03/2023)](https://static.pcrichard.com/docs/32LQ630B_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf)
- [Samsung QN90H specifications sheet](https://static.pcrichard.com/docs/QN65QN90H_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf)
- [Samsung S90H specifications sheet](https://static.pcrichard.com/docs/QN55S90H_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf)
- [Samsung Q8F specifications sheet](https://static.pcrichard.com/docs/QN55Q8F_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf)
- [Samsung QN90F specifications sheet](https://static.pcrichard.com/docs/QN65QN90F_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf)
- [Samsung S90F specifications sheet](https://static.pcrichard.com/docs/QN42S90F_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf)
- [Samsung S95F specification sheet](https://static.pcrichard.com/docs/QN65S95F_Specification-Sheet_01.pdf)
- [Samsung The Frame (LS03F) specifications sheet](https://static.pcrichard.com/docs/QN55LS03F_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf)
- [Sony BRAVIA 9 II specifications sheet (K-65XR90M2)](https://static.pcrichard.com/docs/K65XR90M2_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf)
- [Sony BRAVIA 5 specifications sheet (K-65XR50, K-55XR50)](https://static.pcrichard.com/docs/K65XR50_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf)
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- [TCL QM7K specifications sheet](https://static.pcrichard.com/docs/65QM7K_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf)
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