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The Best LED & LCD TVs under $230

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LG

Simple Smart 24"

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From $124.99

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♥ Runner Up

TCL

Roku TV (32-inch)

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From $158.94

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Best Bang for the Buck

VIZIO

D-Series 40" HD Smart TV

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From $229.95

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Best Value

TCL

43-Inch 4K Ultra HD Smart Roku LED TV

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LG Simple Smart 24"

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Features

  • Wi-Fi Direct.
  • 24 Inch Simple Smart LED HD TV.
  • Wide Viewing Angle Screen.
  • TV with Stand weight: 7.5 lbs TV without Stand weight : 7.1 lbs.
  • Screen Share (Miracast & WiDi).
  • TV with Stand (WxHxD) 21.9" x 5.8" x 15.2" TV without Stand (WxHxD) 21.9" x 2.1" x 13.6".
  • HDMI (x2).

Pros

  • ⊕ Low latency.
  • ⊕ One year warranty.
  • ⊕ Has 2 HDMI inputs.
  • ⊕ Wide viewing angle.
  • ⊕ Miracast and WiDi compatible.

Cons

  • ⊖ No USB ports.
  • ⊖ No Bluetooth connectivity.

TCL Roku TV (32-inch)

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Features

  • Dimensions (W x H x D): TV without stand: 28.8 x 17.1 x 3.1 Inches, TV with stand: 28.8 x 19 x 6.8 Inches.
  • Direct lit LED produces great picture quality. USB File Format Compatibility Video MKV (H.264), MP4, MOV (H.264), TS (H.264) Music AAC, MP3, WMA, WAV (PCM), AIFF, FLAC, AC3 Photo JPG, PNG, GIF.
  • 720p HD resolution for a crisp picture. Stand Separation Distance - 21.3 inch.
  • Compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant.
  • Inputs: 3 HDMI 2.0 with HDCP 2.2 (one with HDMI ARC), 1 USB (media player), RF, Composite, Headphone Jack, Optical Audio Out.
  • Smart functionality delivers all your favorite content with over 500,000 movies and TV episodes, accessible through the simple and intuitive Roku TV.

Pros

  • ⊕ Nice price.
  • ⊕ Roku built in.
  • ⊕ 1080p full HD.
  • ⊕ Great picture.
  • ⊕ Intuitive main menu.

Cons

  • ⊖ Not 4K UHD.
  • ⊖ Sluggish at times.
  • ⊖ Reports of bad screens.
  • ⊖ No Bluetooth connectivity.
  • ⊖ Remote buttons are plasticky.

Specs

  • Weight: 8.6 lbs.
  • Platform: Roku OS.
  • Speakers: 5 watts.
  • Screen Size: 31.5 inches.
  • Connectivity Options: Built-in Wi-Fi.
  • Product Dimensions: 28.8 x 19 x 6.8 in.
  • Screen Resolution: 720 pixels (1366 x 768).
  • Compatibility: Alexa, Google Assistant.
  • Ports: 3 HDMI, 1 Composite Audio/Video, 1 Digital Optical Audio, Headphone Jack, RF Antenna, 1 USB 2.0.

VIZIO D-Series 40" HD Smart TV

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Features

  • 3. Built-in Wi-Fi - Connect with high-speed wireless for easy, clutter-free access to VIZIO Internet Apps Plus.
  • 1. VIZIO Internet Apps Plus - Instantly enjoy the latest hit movies, TV shows, music and even more premium apps straight from the Internet to your TV.
  • 5. 1080p Full HD resolution - Enjoy high-definition TV with a crystal-clear picture.
  • 2. Full-Array LED Backlight - Distributes LEDs behind the entire screen delivering superior light uniformity and picture performance.
  • 4. Clear Action 240 - Enhanced motion clarity with 60 Hz effective refresh rate and powerful image processing for stunning sharp detail in sports and fast action scenes.

Pros

  • ⊕ Fairly lightweight.

Cons

  • ⊖ Base legs seem flimsy.
  • ⊖ A few reports of dead pixels.
  • ⊖ Limited to full HD resolution.

TCL 43-Inch 4K Ultra HD Smart Roku LED TV

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Features

  • Dimensions (w x H x D): TV without stand: 38.2 x 22.4 x3 inches, TV with stand: 38.2 inches x 24.5 inches x 7.6 inches.
  • Inputs: 3 HDMI 2.0 with HDCP 2.2 (one with HDMI ARC), 1 USB (media player), RF, Composite, Headphone Jack, Optical audio Out, Ethernet.
  • Pairs 4K Ultra HD picture clarity with the contrast, color, and detail of high dynamic range (HDR) for the most lifelike picture.
  • Smart Functionality delivers all your favorite content with over 500, 000 movies and TV episodes, accessible through the simple and intuitive Roku TV.
  • Compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant.
  • Direct lit LED produces great picture quality. Panel Resolution 3840 x 2160.

Pros

  • ⊕ 4K UHD.
  • ⊕ Affordable.
  • ⊕ Roku built in.
  • ⊕ Voice controls.
  • ⊕ Fairly accurate colors.

Cons

  • ⊖ Dim panel.
  • ⊖ Sound could be better.
  • ⊖ No Bluetooth connectivity.
  • ⊖ Viewing angles are narrow.
  • ⊖ Viewing angles could be better.

Specs

  • HDMI Ports: 3.
  • Panel Type: LED.
  • Streaming Services: Yes.
  • Refresh Rate: 60 Hz.
  • HDR: HDR-10.
  • Contrast Ratio: 3101:1.
  • Input Lag (Game Mode): 15.2 ms.
  • Screen Size: 43 inches.
  • Screen Brightness: 244.02 nits.
  • Black Level: 0.04 cd/m^2.
  • Resolution: 3,840 by 2,160.
  • Video Inputs: Composite, HDMI, RF, USB.