Top 3 Best Budget Smart TVs for 2024: Affordable, Feature-Packed, and Smart!

TCL 65-Inch Class S5 UHD 4K LED Smart TV​

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ParameterValue
Screen Size65 Inches
Item Dimensions D x W x H2.87"D x 56.93"W x 32.8"H
HDR Format SupportedHLG, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HDR13
Picture Quality Enhancement TechnologyHDR PRO+, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG
Has Color ScreenYes
Screen FinishFlat
Display TechnologyLED
Resolution4K
Refresh Rate60 Hz
Aspect Ratio16:9
Parental Control TechnologyV-Chip
Special FeaturesBuilt-In Speaker, Sleep Timer, Game Mode, Wide Color Enhancer, Bezel-Less Design
Number of Audio ChannelsDolby Atmos
Integrated Surround Sound FormatDolby Atmos
Speaker DescriptionBuilt-in speakers
Audio Output ModeAdvanced Audio Modes
Price$359.99
Review:
The picture quality is shockingly sharp—honestly, it’s so clear, it’s like seeing individual pores on the actors’ faces, but in a good way! Setting everything up took a little time, but it was totally worth it. The ethernet port is a huge win, and I might even run a line to it eventually. The photo doesn’t even do the picture justice—no lag whatsoever between apps, which I suspect others may have experienced due to slower internet speeds. I’m running AT&T fiber at 1GB, and Wi-Fi usually hits around 400 Mbps.Now, the remote. It's... odd. It looks like a long, skinny nightstick, but hey, it’s not really a dealbreaker since I’ll be using an Apple TV 4K instead.

Overall, this TV is an incredible value, especially during Black Friday. The picture is crisp, the colors pop, and the price is on point, but the speakers? Yikes. They sound like tin cans, and the FireTV interface is slow to respond with the remote. Plus, the TV settings being intertwined with FireTV limits some customization. Still, I can’t complain for what I paid.

SAMSUNG 65-Inch UHD 4K DU7200 Smart TV​

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ParameterValue
Display Size Class65 Inches
Screen Size65 Inches
Item Dimensions D x W x H10.5"D x 57.2"W x 34.6"H
Motion Enhancement TechnologyMotion Xcelerator
Display Language OptionsEnglish
Display Backlight TechnologyLED
Has Color ScreenYes
Contrast Ratio4000:1
Screen FinishFlat
Display TechnologyLED
Resolution4K
Refresh Rate60 Hz
Aspect Ratio16:9
Special FeaturesBuilt-In Speaker
Number of Audio Channels5.1
Integrated Surround Sound FormatDolby Digital or DTS
Speaker DescriptionBuilt-In Speaker
Price$427.99
Review:
The 4K resolution is so crisp, I swear I saw every individual pore on an actor’s face during a close-up—though not sure I needed that much intimacy with my favorite sitcom stars. The colors are so vibrant, it’s like a Pixar movie exploded on my wall, and now I can’t go back to reality. Seriously, the grass on this TV looks greener than my actual lawn, and now I think my grass is just slacking off.

It’s got all the apps you could ever need—Netflix, Disney+, HBO, and like a dozen others I didn’t even know existed. My Roku took one look at this TV, packed its bags, and left because it knew it was obsolete. Also, the remote is so sleek that I lost it in 20 minutes. But hey, that gave me an excuse to try out Samsung’s phone app remote, and guess what? It works like a charm.

TCL 65-Inch Q65 QLED 4K UHD Smart TV​

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ParameterValue
Screen Size65
Item Dimensions D x W x H2.91"D x 56.85"W x 32.87"H
HDR Format SupportedHDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG
Motion Enhancement TechnologyMEMC
Display Backlight TechnologyLED
Maximum Display Brightness6E+2 Nit
Screen FinishFlat
Display TechnologyQLED
Resolution4K
Refresh Rate60 Hz
Aspect Ratio16:9
Special FeaturesBuilt-In Speaker, Game Mode, Chromecast, Wide Color Enhancer, Bezel-Less Design
Integrated Surround Sound FormatDolby Atmos
Speaker DescriptionDolby Atmos Audio, Enhanced Dialogue Mode
Audio Output ModeStereo
Price$427.99
Review:
This TV is an absolute steal for the price! I am beyond thrilled with my purchase, and I can’t believe how much I saved compared to the other models I was eyeing. This beauty is a QLED with 4K resolution, Dolby Atmos, and all the other Dolby formats, plus HDR Pro. It’s got upscaling, too, so even lower-res content looks amazing.

The picture quality? Unbelievable. It’s so clear and crisp from every angle—goodbye to the days of only getting a decent view when you’re directly in front of the screen. Plus, you can switch up the screen formats for a cinematic experience or adjust for different types of content. The audio? You can fine-tune it too, from voice-heavy to full cinematic sound.

It’s also a Google TV, which I’ve never had before, but honestly, it’s been a breeze. The setup was smooth, and since I already use Firesticks, I didn’t mind much. That said, I love the LIVE TV function on the native TV interface better than on the Firestick, so I’ve been using that a lot.
 
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