Maybe you've been waiting for the right moment to upgrade your entertainment system, or maybe you've just been stuck inside staring at various screens for long enough that you might as well invest in the best ones possible for all your social isolation viewing. Either way, you're in the market for a new television and you've budgeted $1000 for it. We have some great news: There are a lot of really incredible pieces of technology available in that $1000-ish price range. The sets at that level are typically huge — all the better for your rec room, living room, or den or wherever you plan to put your new, massive television.

TVs in the $800-$1000 range tend to be on the larger side, which makes sense because these days you can get a great HD TV for your bedroom or smaller apartment for just a couple hundred bucks. These TVs are investments that you'll hopefully be using for a decade or more, so you're going to want to make sure you invest wisely and know that you're getting the best technological specs you can get.

At this level, that means ultra HD in either 4K or 8K. Regular top of the line HD means your TV is presenting your pictures with 1080 pixels. With 4K, that's multiplied by four, and with 8K, it's multiplied by eight — a.k.a. there are 33 million pixels on your screen giving you a crazy range of color and contrast. Most TVs with 4K or 8K will automatically convert your HD up to the greatest resolution possible.

This technology, combined with the fact that TVs are thinner and lighter than ever, means you can put much larger screens into smaller spaces and your eyes won't be able to discern imperfections in the picture. A helpful reminder when measuring the space where you want to put your new TV: screen sizes are measured diagonally, so a 50" TV won't be a full 50 inches wide. Like pretty much all screens, from smartphones to massive televisions, screens will now extend further than ever before because the bezel, a.k.a. the outside part that frames the screen, is also thinner.

Most TVs less than $1000 will be LED TVs, which are best for well-lit rooms (but also nearly all lighting conditions. OLED TVs are lit with different technology that provides more accuracy, but as a result is more expensive. These new TVs will also come with enhanced audio capabilities, including Dolby Atmos, even without a fancy sound bar or speakers.

With that in mind, here is a list of great $1000 options available from major online retailers. Don't forget to shop around for sales, since plenty of stores are dropping prices right now.

And to complete your home entertainment system, check out our recommendations for the best streaming devices and the best alternatives to cable.

LG Nano 9 Series, 55" or 65"

List Price: $999.99 (55"), $1299.99 (65")

The larger version of this model is on sale at many major retailers, so the price is closer to $1000 than its list would indicate. The image specs, including LG's NanoCell display in 4K (2160p resolution), HDR, a powerful processor, and local dimming technology, give enhanced picture quality. It's equipped with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, making it ideal for movie-watching. And it's got nearly unanimous five-star reviews on multiple sites, citing a straightforward installation guide, loud and crisp audio, and an easy-to-use remote.

Other Features: Apple HomeKit (makes the TV controllable via your Apple devices), LG ThinQ AI (LG's own virtual assistant with voice commands), Apple AirPlay 2 (cast anything via iPhone or Mac laptop), webOS Smart Platform (to download popular streaming apps), Google Assistant and Alexa built in, four HDMI inputs, and three USB 2.1 inputs.

Sony XBR X950H Series, 49"

List Price: $1,199.99

On sale for around $1000, this 4K Android smart TV has 2160p resolution, is HDR-compatible, and has IMAX Enhanced, Dolby Vision, HDR10 and Netflix Calibrated Mode for movie-watching. It has two 10W speakers and built-in Chromecast for streaming and built-in Google Assistant for voice commands. Solid 4.5 star ratings make this a well-liked choice by fellow consumers.

Other Features:  Built-in Google Assistant, Alexa compatible, Apple AirPlay 2, two 10W speakers with S-FORCE Front Surround Sound and DTS Digital Surround sound, four HDMI inputs, and three USB inputs.

Sony X900F Series, 65"

List Price: $1299.99

Another Sony option is also on sale, and has similar specs. The local dimming and high contrast picture makes it ideal for cinema, and has a cable management system that won't leave your TV stand a mess. It's HDR-compatible 4K with an IMAX enhanced, extended LED range, and has near-universal five-star reviews, citing its crisp picture quality thanks to the local dimming zones, and high-quality upscaling of regular HD images.

Other Features:  Like the the X950F, it's got built-in Google Assistant and Chromecast, access to streaming services, Google Home and Alexa compatibility, two 10W speakers with Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Pulse and DTS Digital Surround sound, four HDMI inputs, a wide 178° viewing angle, and three USB inputs.

VIZIO P Series Quantum Series, 65"

List Price: $1099.99

Like its counterparts, this 4K TV offers HDR-compatible enhanced HD and upscaling perfect for sports and action movies (and gaming, too), plus local dimming, a powerful processor, and VIZIO's Quantum Color and UltraBright 1100 technology. It offers support for seamless media streaming via apps and AirPlay, plus two 10W speakers. The edge-to-edge screen design comes in a sleep brushed aluminum frame. Its 4.5 star reviews cite its picture quality, plentiful HDMI connections, casting apps, and smart TV interface.

Other Features: SmartCast (VIZIO's app integrating your favorite streaming apps), Apple AirPlay and HomeKit, built-in Chromecast, VIZIO WatchFree (150 free channels with news, sports, movies, TV, and music), virtual assistant compatibility, DTS Studio Sound II, five HDMI inputs, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angles, and one USB input.

Samsung Q80R Series, 55"

List Price: $1600

This 4K, HDR-compatible TV is at the top of the price range, but is on sale at some big box stores for around $1150. It uses Samsung's Quantum dots technology, contrast enhancer, and a powerful processor for crisp picture quality and a devoted game enhancement mode with FreeSync VRR (variable refresh rate) for minimal input lag. It's also got an organized cable situation to minimize TV stand clutter, a wide viewing angle, and a universal guide to easily find streaming content from any service. Its Ambient Mode is customizable for a natural effect in your home, and five star reviews that praise its customizable settings and OLED-like picture quality at a lower price point.

Other Features: Bixby voice command, SmartThings home appliance and device control, Google Assistant and Alexa compatibility, four HDMI inputs, and two USB inputs.