These days, going shopping for a new TV can be a little bit intimidating. With high-grade specs such as “8K resolution” and “AI-assisted picture” getting tossed around, it can feel like you’re going to end up paying for a whole slew of features you don’t really need. Sometimes, all you’re looking for is a decent screen, a simple interface and dependable performance. Don’t worry, the market for these kinds of TVs is still going strong, and as advanced models become more affordable, the deals on these budget-friendly options are plentiful.
You can check out our list of the best TVs for 2022 here. Below, you’ll find the best deals that are currently available on some of the budget models from the list, as well as some comparable TVs you can grab at a great discount. Offers come and go frequently, so check back here often for the best prices.
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The TCL 4-series made its way onto our best TVs for 2022 list as our the best cheap TV out there at the moment. Even at full price, the TCL 4-Series is one of the best value TVs we’ve seen. For just under $300, this 50-inch TV boasts a 4K ultra high-def picture with HDR. Plus it comes with Roku built in, so you can access all of your favorite streaming apps right out of the box.
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Vizio
Vizio’s V-Series made its way onto our best TVs list as a runner-up budget option because it comes with Chromecast and Apple AirPlay built in, which plenty of other smart TVs do not. These allow you to stream, or even mirror, content from your phone or computer. It also boasts 4K UHD picture, and an IQ active processor that enhances the quality of any non-4K content. We liked the picture quality of the TCL above more, but the convenience of this model is tough to beat.
TCL
This 65″ TCL combines the image quality of the 4-series with the screen size and convenience of the Vizio V-series above. It’s the same stunning 4K UHD display with direct lit backlighting, but this one features a Google OS, rather than Roku. That means that it comes with Chromecast capabilities built-in, as well as voice control through the Google Assistant remote.
Samsung
At nearly $500 for a 43-inch screen, this Samsung smart TV is the priciest on our list, but it’s also the most advanced. It’s the only one to feature QLEDs for vivid, brilliant colors, as well as a quantum processor to optimize your content. It was featured on our best TVs for 2022 list as our favorite design for a midpriced TV, so if you’re looking for a TV in between lowest-price and advanced, this is your best bet at the moment.
LG
If you’re looking for a budget TV that’s a bit on the smaller side, you won’t find a better deal than this out there. At $123 off, the 43-inch model has the biggest discount, by percent, of any of the sizes available at Amazon. Alongside its 4K UHD resolution, it’s compatible with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, so if you have any smart devices in your home, you can control it using the sound of your voice.
TCL
The TCL 3-Series is featured on our best TVs under $500 list as our favorite ultracheap option. At $250, this is the only TV on our list that doesn’t support a 4K picture. It does, however, come with Roku built in, so you can still stream all your favorite shows and movies. With 1080p resolution and three HDMI ports, this is a no-frills smart TV that gets you exactly what you pay for.
