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Buying Guide

Top 5 Budget TVs 2025

The best TVs under $800 β€” expert-tested 4K televisions that maximize picture quality, smart features, and gaming performance per dollar. No compromises where it counts.

Under $800Mini-LED PicksGoogle TV Included

Our picks

Quick Recommendations

Best fits at a glance
Best Overall4.5

Hisense U8K

Street price: $699In stock
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Best Value4.5

TCL QM8

Street price: $749In stock
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Budget Pick4.1

TCL S5 2024

Street price: $299In stock
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Ranked List
BEST OVERALL#1 ranked pick

Hisense U8K

Our verdict
Great
4.5

The best TV under $700 β€” Mini-LED panel with outstanding brightness, solid local dimming, 144Hz gaming, and Google TV at a price that embarrasses premium competitors.

PanelMini-LED ULED
Resolution4K UHD
HDRDolby Vision, HDR10
Refresh Rate144Hz
Size55"–85"
Street price: $699
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BEST VALUE#2 ranked pick

TCL QM8

Our verdict
Excellent
4.5

5,000-zone Mini-LED backlighting and 2,000 nits peak brightness at $749 makes the QM8 the best value in television β€” specifications that rivaled flagship TVs just two years ago.

PanelMini-LED QLED
Resolution4K UHD
HDRDolby Vision IQ, HDR10+
Refresh Rate144Hz
Size55"–85"
Street price: $749
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#3 ranked pick

Hisense U7N

Our verdict
Great
4.3

Mini-LED brightness and Google TV at $549 β€” the U7N delivers 1,500 nits, three HDMI 2.1 ports, and 144Hz for first-time 4K TV buyers or households with strict budgets.

PanelMini-LED ULED
Resolution4K UHD
HDRDolby Vision IQ, HDR10+
Refresh Rate144Hz
Size55"–85"
Street price: $549
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#4 ranked pick

Vizio P-Series Quantum X

Our verdict
Great
4.3

A 65-inch panel with 3,000 nits peak brightness and all four HDMI 2.1 ports for $799 β€” the Vizio Quantum X is the raw display performance leader at this price point.

PanelFull-Array QLED
Resolution4K UHD
HDRDolby Vision, HDR10+
Refresh Rate120Hz
Size65"–85"
Street price: $799
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BUDGET PICK#5 ranked pick

TCL S5 2024

Our verdict
Great
4.1

Google TV and Dolby Vision at $299 β€” the TCL S5 is the definitive recommendation for bedrooms, guest rooms, and households that need a capable 4K TV on a tight budget.

PanelDirect LED
Resolution4K UHD
HDRDolby Vision, HDR10
Refresh Rate60Hz
Size43"–65"
Street price: $299
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Methodology

What to Look for in a Budget TV

Panel Technology

Mini-LED local dimming is the biggest quality upgrade available in budget TVs β€” it separates bright highlights from dark areas far better than direct LED without local dimming.

Smart Platform

Google TV offers the widest app library and best voice control. Roku OS is reliable and simple. Avoid proprietary platforms with limited app support and slow updates.

Gaming Specs

If gaming matters, prioritize HDMI 2.1 ports and 120Hz panels. VRR support for adaptive sync is a nice addition. 60Hz panels are adequate for casual gaming only.

Jump To

  • #1Hisense U8K
  • #2TCL QM8
  • #3Hisense U7N
  • #4Vizio P-Series Quantum X
  • #5TCL S5 2024

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