Rating of the best inexpensive TVs in 2022

This TV is a good example of the fact that functional simplicity is not necessarily a serious drawback. There is no Smart TV and no connection to the network is provided, but there are no special “brakes”, and an attractive price for many can be a much more powerful argument in favor of a purchase than the presence of Internet options. In addition, the TV shows quite well and everything is in order with the reception of digital broadcasting (DVB-T2 / C / S2).

The model is not new, entered the market in 2019. Diagonal size — 32 inches, matrix illumination — Direct LED. To connect external devices, there are 2 HDMI inputs, 1 component/composite. Playback of multimedia files from a flash drive or hard drive is available via a USB connector. It is gratifying that the manufacturer has corrected the problem of earlier models with its rear location. Now the port is on the side. Accordingly, connecting a USB flash drive or HDD when wall mounting a TV has become easier and more convenient. The sound system consists of two speakers with a total output power of 10 watts.

Continues our ranking of the best low-cost TV compact TV from Samsung. Represents the brand’s 5th series of 2020. Do you need fresh? Somehow, for the «Koreans» recently, updating models of past seasons does not always mean their improvement.

Appearance: black case, screen frame and desktop stand (in the form of a pair of simple side legs). Display features: diagonal — 31.5′, resolution — HD (1366×768), 60 Hz. Panel type — VA, backlight — Direct LED. Image optimization technologies: PurColor — realistic color reproduction, Ultra Clean view — noise elimination and detail, Contrast Enhancer (it’s easy to guess what it is responsible for). There is also support for HDR content, but for this class of TV, this is more of a publicity stunt.

TV «smart», thanks to the platform on Tizen 5.5. «Axis» is quite fast and responsive. It’s a pity the remote control is not universal, but the most common IR without voice control.

With all the ambiguous attitude towards Xiaomi TVs, they remain incredibly popular. Why be surprised? Inexpensive, «smart», modern, stylish in appearance, and for some time now fully adapted to Russian conditions. Of course, we mean T2 versions assembled in the Russian Federation for the regional market.

Our rating of the best budget TVs includes just such a model of the 32nd diagonal with a display resolution of HD-Ready (720p). She has an IPS matrix, LED-backlight — Direct (direct). Visibility is normal. If someone claims otherwise, then he most likely has a global Chinese version with a VA panel. Television digital signal is received in terrestrial (terrestrial) and cable formats.

In general, the TV is a large Android tablet. «Axis» has undergone proprietary adaptation, but in general, the interface is classic, easily customizable, expandable either through Google Play or using a flash drive and a file manager. There is support for voice control, and with it, the so-called artificial intelligence.

Simple, but still Samsung. Sample of 2018. This model is optimal for older people: good picture quality, no frills in terms of functionality — a minimum of settings, simple and understandable channel and sound control. However, this version of TV is «submissive to any age.» Especially if the house already has a set-top box with access to online entertainment (from a provider, for example).

The size of the TV is average, the screen diagonal is also 32ʺ. Resolution — 1920×1080 px. The backlight of the matrix is ​​Direct LED (for some reason, some stores indicate Edge), but the case is not very thick. Image quality is formed using Wide Color Enhancer, Clean View technologies. Digital broadcasting is received in all available DVB-T2/C/S2 formats (terrestrial, cable, satellite), there is a CI + (1.3) TV card slot.

A very worthy product of the Russian assembly from the Chinese manufacturer TPV. Why, in the class of non-smart TVs, in the evaluation of which image quality is of paramount importance, and not “tablet” functions, this model from 2020 will confidently compete with the vaunted “Koreans”.

The design of the Philips 43PFS5505 is quite standard: a black case, glossy screen frames (not quite thin, but not too «bulky»), a stand consisting of a pair of ordinary legs. The display is 42.5ʺ diagonally. The type of matrix used is VA, the resolution is 1920×1080, the frequency is basic 60 Hz. The design of the LED backlight is Direct.

The Pixel Plus HD processor is responsible for improving the original video signal on the TV. It is thanks to his efforts that the picture on the screen becomes truly clear, high-contrast. The power of the sound system is 16 (2×8) W.

A classic good budget TV set manufactured by Telebalt LLC from Kaliningrad. Assembled from Chinese components, and the well-known Korean «name» (not technology) is used under license. Nevertheless, the characteristics of the model are quite worthy, the price tag is attractive.

The Hyundai H-LED40ET4100 looks nice and minimalistic: the frames of the 40-inch screen are thin black, the side legs are neat. The VA display is based on a matrix with FHD (1920×1080) resolution, a frequency of 60 Hz. Illumination design — Direct LED. The supported brightness value is 220 cd / m², the contrast ratio is 5000: 1.

The tuner on the TV is “almighty”: it catches both terrestrial, satellite, and cable digital signals. External devices can be connected using 3 HDMI connectors, 2 USB ports. The sound system is implemented in the form of 2 speakers with a power of 8 watts.

The Supra STV-LC40LT0075F LED TV, like no other, corresponds to the expression «inexpensive, but cheerful.» And although the functionality of the model is relatively simple, there are no network connections and “smart” applications, but the picture on the screen is bright, clear and contrasting, and the supported Full HD resolution (1920×1080) allows you to watch TV broadcasts or videos from your own collection in good quality.

There is a DVB-T2/C tuner for receiving digital terrestrial and cable broadcasting. Content playback from external sources is available via HDMI interface (3 connectors) or built-in USB media player (2 ports). The latter easily reads most audio and video formats, including H.265.

Powerful and realistic sound is available thanks to two 8-watt front speakers, there is an A2/NICAM stereo tuner. An S/PDIF digital audio output is also available.

Inexpensive, but angry. But why angry? TV LG 43LM5772PLA and outwardly, and in terms of ability, and price is perceived quite positively. Year of release 2021. Screen diagonal — 42.5 inches. Actually, there are no others in the LM57 line.

The display is based on a 60Hz 8-bit Full HD IPS panel and Direct LED backlighting. The main “improver” of the picture is a 4-core graphics processor, which is accompanied by resolution scaling, noise reduction, Dynamic Color color optimization. Active HDR is also present, however, its effectiveness when working with HDR10, HLG content is, to put it mildly, questionable.

Smart TV on webOS 6.0 has a fairly good performance, speed. However, «freezes» with a message about a lack of memory are quite possible. Voice control is not enabled by default — an optional Magic Remote is required.

TVs of the Thomson brand have long ceased to be French, having undergone a “transformation” into Russian-Chinese ones. The trademark on the territory of the Russian Federation is promoted by the well-known company from the Middle Kingdom TCL, and the Kaliningrad factories Telebalt and PKV are engaged in assembly.

In other words, the TV model under consideration is frankly budgetary, it does not reach the level of the “Koreans”, but for its price range it is very good and functional. The screen diagonal is 42.5ʺ. The composition of the display: VA matrix — resolution 1920×1080, frequency, of course, 60 Hz — and Direct LED backlight. Supported brightness — 310 cd / m², contrast ratio — 5000:1. Pretty decent scores.

Smart platform is implemented in Android TV format. There are a lot of possibilities, there is even a voice search from the remote control. True, memory is tight — 1.5 GB RAM / 8 GB ROM. But, if you clean up (without fanaticism) unnecessary applications, install the optimal ones and not try to watch the video through the browser, and that’s enough.

Next on our list of the best budget TVs is the 2022 model of the updated 7 Series of classic 4K UHD LCD TVs. That is, in many ways it is good and handy, except perhaps not Nanocell and not OLED. That’s why it’s relatively inexpensive. The design is neat in a corporate way, but frankly it doesn’t pull on a minimalistic frameless.

The screen is 54.6ʺ. Matrix? Since the panel is designated on the LG website by the strange term Multi, apparently, it should be IPS, but it’s not at all a fact that they won’t supply any other one at the plant near Moscow. But the backlight is definitely Direct LED. The display is called Real 4K. Those. the same as before, but in terms of marketing it sounds more beautiful. Although there is a plus — the structure is clearly RGB (without subpixels), which means that you can count on true Ultra HD 2160p resolution.

The 55UQ75006LF has a fresh α5 4K generation 5 processor. Image enhancement technologies: AI 4K sharpness scaling, AI brightness, Dynamic Tone Mapping. The proprietary Active HDR technology is responsible for playing premium (HDR10 Pro, HLG) content.

The 2021 model of the brand Philips, now owned by the Chinese company TPV. The TV is very good, despite being inexpensive. Pleasant fact: 3-sided Ambilight backlight is implemented. There are sometimes strange negative reviews about this system, they say, useless pampering. Rather, theorists or those who tried to see something in a well-lit store write something like this. Real users, for the most part, are very satisfied.

The screen diagonal is 54.6 inches. Matrix — IPS. Accordingly, there are not the slightest problems with viewing angles, but when watching TV in a dark room, a lack of contrast and black heterogeneity can be clearly seen. Resolution — 3840×2160 (4K UHD), bit depth — 10 (8 + FRC). Type of LED backlight — side Edge. The display frequency is the usual 60 Hz. So, after all, the review is about inexpensive TVs, and a 120-Hz panel today is already one of the signs of a premium class. Support for HDR content is relevant for many formats: HLG, HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision.

There is a smart platform on the TV. It is provided by the Android 10 operating system. It is slightly slow, but we provide many opportunities for entertainment. Supported by Google Assistant.

The case when the phrase «Chinese TV» sounds proud. Still, TCL is one of the recognized world leaders in the production of TV equipment. And it’s not just about sales. With manufacturability and image quality, everything is also very good.

Model 55P728 2021. The diagonal screen size is 54.6ʺ. Matrix — 4K VA with a frequency of 60 Hz, bit depth 8 + FRC. Backlight — Direct LED + Micro Dimming (1296 zones). There is a MEMS “flasher” (it really works). HDR support is implemented for HDR10, HLG and more advanced HDR10+, Dolby Vision content. It’s a pity the brightness is not enough — 330 cd / m².

Smart platform — Android R (11). Memory: 2GB RAM, 16GB ROM. This is enough if the «axis» is correctly configured (Google to the rescue). The TV works with a voice assistant, with which you can communicate with the remote control or through the built-in microphones of the Hand’s Free Voice Control system.