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The Best LED & LCD TVs under $400

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TCL

50S425 50" 4K Roku TV

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From $309.93

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Samsung

UN43RU7100FXZA 43-Inch 4K UHD TV

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From $363.99

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Budget pick

TCL 50S425 50" 4K Roku TV

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BUY NOW From $309.93

Features

  • Compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant. Screw Size-M6 x 12.
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): TV without stand: 44. 1 X 25. 7 X 3. 2 inches, TV with stand: 44. 1 X 28 X 8 inches.
  • Pairs 4K Ultra HD picture clarity with the contrast, color, and detail of high dynamic range (HDR) for the most lifelike picture.
  • 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.
  • 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. Stand Separation Distance 39.6 inch.
  • NOTE:Kindly refer to the user manual provided as a PDF manual in the product description section.

Pros

  • ⊕ 4K UHD.
  • ⊕ Affordable.
  • ⊕ Affordable.
  • ⊕ Lightweight.
  • ⊕ HDR support.

Cons

  • ⊖ Dim panel.
  • ⊖ Reports of DOA units.
  • ⊖ Remote lags at times.
  • ⊖ Reports of bad screens.
  • ⊖ Remote buttons are loud.

Specs

  • Platform: Roku OS.
  • Weight: 23.6 lbs.
  • Speakers: Two 8-watt.
  • Screen Size: 49.5 inches.
  • Connectivity Options: Wi-Fi, Ethernet.
  • Product Dimensions: 44.1 x 28 x 8 in.
  • Formats: HD, 4K UHD, HDR10.
  • Screen Resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels.
  • Ports: HDMI x3, USB, Headphone, Digital Audio Optical, RF, Ethernet.

Samsung UN43RU7100FXZA 43-Inch 4K UHD TV

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Features

  • Purcolor Reveals Spectrums of Color: Millions of Shades of Color Reveal a Vibrant, Lifelike Picture That Conventional Hdtv Can’t Create.
  • Enhanced Detail with HDR: 4K Depth of Detail with High Dynamic Range Lets You See Shades of Color That Reveal More Detail than Hdtv Can Deliver.
  • Sleek, Slim Design: Modern and Polished, the Sleek Design Naturally Fills the Contours of Your Space with Refined Design.
  • Smart TV Features: Simple on screen universal guide to find streaming content and live TV shows, OneRemote to control all compatible devices, smart speaker expandability with Alexa and Google Assistant compatibility, and more.
  • 4K UHD Processor: Powerful 4K UHD Processor Optimizes Your TV’s Performance by Upscaling Every Show, Season, and Scene With 4K Picture Quality.

Pros

  • ⊕ 4K UHD.
  • ⊕ Affordable.
  • ⊕ Many screen sizes.
  • ⊕ Very low input lag.
  • ⊕ Smart functionality.

Cons

  • ⊖ No headphone jack.
  • ⊖ Clunky, awkward remote.
  • ⊖ No Bluetooth keyboard support.

Hisense 55R8F

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Features

  • Roku TV's simplified home screen and streamlined remote provide easy to access your cable box or HDTV antenna, one-touch access to favorite channels and streaming services, and access to over 5,000 streaming channels and 500,000 movies and TV episodes.
  • Enjoy all the key moments in fast-paced sports, movies, and games with motion rate 240-image processing, minimizing picture lag to create a clear image without motion blur.
  • The vesa measurements for this TV are 300 x 200mm, for wall mounting purposes. Wall mount sold separately.
  • Control the TV with your iOS or android device via the easy-to-use Roku TV remote app, or use your voice to power your TV on and off, change channels, search for shows, and more through an Alexa-enabled device (sold separately).
  • Powered by exclusive technologies to amplify color, contrast, brightness, and smooth motion, Hisense r8f series ULED smart TVs combine incredible, ultra-bright 4k detail with the intuitively smart Roku TV to take your TV experience from great to incredible.

Pros

  • ⊕ Inexpensive.
  • ⊕ Very low input lag.

Cons

  • ⊖ Notable light bloom.

Specs

  • HDMI Ports: 4.
  • Panel Type: LED.
  • Streaming Services: Yes.
  • Refresh Rate: 120 Hz.
  • Input Lag (Game Mode): 6.3 ms.
  • Contrast Ratio: 57,686:1.
  • Screen Size: 55 inches.
  • Screen Brightness: 807.6 nits.
  • Black Level: 0.01 cd/m^2.
  • Resolution: 3,840 by 2,160.
  • HDR: HDR-10/Dolby Vision.
  • Video Inputs: Composite, HDMI, RF, USB.

TCL 5-Series

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Features

  • Dimensions (W x H x D): TV without stand: 48.4 inch X 28.1 inch X 3.0 inch, TV with stand: 48.4 inch X 30.6 inch X 10.0 inch.
  • Smart functionality offers access to thousands of streaming channels featuring more than 500,000 movies and TV episodes via Roku TV.
  • Full View design provides a clean, contemporary edge to edge glass display that blends seamlessly into your viewing experience.
  • Inputs: 4 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 Dolby Vision high dynamic range (HDR) for the most lifelike picture.
  • Auto Game Mode automatically enhances performance by offering the smoothest action, lowest latency and the best picture settings for gaming.
  • Easy Voice Control with Alexa and Google Assistant compatibility.

Pros

  • ⊕ Dolby Vision HDR.
  • ⊕ Four HDMI inputs.
  • ⊕ Automatic Game Mode.

Cons

  • ⊖ No Bluetooth Connectivity.