When it comes to modern TVs, the ATSC 3.0 Tuner is among the few make- or break-it features that allow a display to truly stand out and shine. Still, while quite the addition, even some of the best TVs don't come equipped with an ATSC 3.0 Tuner, (like the TCL QM8 Mini-LED TV), which has caused confusion about whether or not it's worth seeking out.
So, what exactly is an ATSC 3.0 Tuner? In simple terms, ATSC 3.0 transmitters grant access to the digital broadcasting standard of 3.0, first introduced back in 2020. ATSC 3.0, otherwise known as NextGen TV, essentially supports video broadcasts of up to 4K at 120 frames per second in HDR and in a wider color gamut. It's quite a benefit — that is, of course, if 4K broadcasts were all that common.
