The Best LED & LCD TVs under $500
VIZIO 50" Full Array LED Smart HDTV
★ Top Choice
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From $429.99
Features
- 3. 12 Active LED Zones - Dynamically adjusts the LED backlight per zone creating deeper, more pure black levels and higher contrast.
- 2. Full-Array LED Backlight - Distributes LEDs behind the entire screen delivering superior light uniformity and picture performance.
- 5. Clear Action 240- Enhanced motion clarity with 120Hz effective refresh rate and powerful image processing for stunning sharp detail in sports and fast action scenes.
- 4. 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.
Pros
- ⊕ Sound is good.
- ⊕ Can be used as a PC monitor.
- ⊕ Comes with an Android tablet.
Cons
- ⊖ Smart apps may not work.
Reviewed
Vizio M50-D1 Review - pcmag.com
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TCL 55-Inch 4K Dolby Vision HDR Roku Smart LED TV
♥ Runner Up
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From $449.99
Features
- 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.
- Dimensions (w x H x D): TV without stand: 48.5 x 28.1 x 2.9, TV with stand: 48. inches x 30.9 inches x 10.7 inches.
- Compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant.
- Pairs 4K ultra HD picture clarity with the contrast, color, and detail of Dolby vision high dynamic range (HDR) for the most lifelike picture.
- Smart functionality offers access to thousands of streaming channels featuring more than 500,000 movies and TV episodes via Roku TV.
- LED backlighting with contrast control zones produce deep blacks and excellent picture quality.
Pros
- ⊕ Affordable.
- ⊕ Bright, colorful HDR.
- ⊕ Good picture quality.
- ⊕ Supports Dolby Vision.
- ⊕ Excellent contrast and color.
Cons
- ⊖ Power hog.
- ⊖ Loss of darker details.
- ⊖ Only three HDMI ports.
- ⊖ Limited motion settings.
- ⊖ Panel not quite as fast.
Specs
- Panel technology: LED.
- Screen size: 55-inch.
- Smart TV: Roku TV.
- Weight: 38.2 lbs.
- Resolution: 3840 x 2160.
- Dimensions: 48.5 x 30.9 x 10.7 in.
Reviewed
TCL 55R617 Review - pcmag.com
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TCL 55S425 55-Inch
Best 55-Inch
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From $468
Features
- 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.
- Dimensions (W x H x D): TV without stand: 49 X 28. 4 X 3. 1 inches, TV with stand: 49 X 30. 6 X 8 inches.
- Compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant.
- Pairs 4K Ultra HD picture clarity with the contrast, color, and detail of high dynamic range (HDR) for the most lifelike picture.Wi-fi:802.11ac 2x2 Dual Band (support 2.4GHz & 5GHz).
- Smart functionality delivers all your favorite content with over 500, 000 movies and TV episodes, accessible through the simple and intuitive Roku TV.
- Direct lit LED produces great picture quality. VESA Mounting Specifications-VESA Hole Pattern-200mm (V) x 200mm (H). Screw Size-M6 x 12.
Pros
- ⊕ 4K UHD.
- ⊕ Affordable.
- ⊕ Inexpensive.
- ⊕ Intuitive hub menu.
- ⊕ Built-in Roku Support.
Cons
- ⊖ Dim panel.
- ⊖ Basic remote.
- ⊖ No voice assistant.
- ⊖ Reports of bad screens.
- ⊖ Lower maximum brightness.
Reviewed
TCL 55S425 Review - pcmag.com
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TCL 55-Inch 6 Series
Best Roku TV
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From $499.99
Features
- Pairs 4K ultra HD picture clarity with the contrast, color, and detail of Dolby Vision high dynamic range (HDR) for the most lifelike picture.
- Full view design provides a clean, contemporary edge to edge glass display that blends seamlessly into your viewing experience.
- Dimensions (W x H x D): TV without stand: 48; 3 X 28; 1 X 3; 4 inches, TV with stand: 48; 3 X 31; 1 X 12; 4 inches.
- Easy voice control with Alexa and Google Assistant compatibility.
- Smart functionality offers access to thousands of streaming channels featuring more than 500,000 movies and TV episodes via Roku TV.
- Auto game mode automatically enhances performance by offering the smoothest action, lowest latency and the best picture settings for gaming.
- Led color technology delivers better brightness and wide color volume to provide exceptionally vivid and lifelike picture performance.
- Led backlighting with contrast control zones produce deep blacks and excellent picture quality.
- Inputs: 4 HDMI (one with HDMI ARC), 1 USB (media player), RF, Composite, Headphone Jack, Optical Audio Out, Ethernet.
Pros
- ⊕ Voice controls.
- ⊕ Roku TV built in.
- ⊕ Relatively cheap.
- ⊕ Parental controls.
- ⊕ Bright, colorful HDR.
Cons
- ⊖ No screen mirroring.
- ⊖ Sound could be better.
- ⊖ Loss of darker details.
- ⊖ Limited motion settings.
- ⊖ No Bluetooth connectivity.
Specs
- Curved: No.
- Display technology: QLED.
- Smart TV: Roku.
- Resolution: 4K Ultra HD.
- Screen size: 55-inch, 65-inch, 75-inch.
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