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Tom's Guide
5 days ago
- Tom's Guide
I make a living testing TVs — these are the 5 TVs under $1,000 I'd buy right now
I've been testing and reviewing TVs for over ten years, and while plenty of people periodically pick my brain about the best TVs money can buy, I field far more questions about affordable TVs. As a bargain-hunter myself, I get it — I cut coupons, shop sales and dig for deals on a regular basis. And, having been immersed in the TV industry for nearly a third of my life, I'm particularly well equipped to help folks find budget-friendly TVs. These are my five favorite TVs under $1,000 right now. They're sets that not only keep costs down, but are good enough to feel like a proper case of treating oneself. My name is Michael, and if you'll let me toot my own horn for a second, I must admit: I'm pretty good at separating good TV deals from not-so-good TV deals. This is because I spend all year testing, reviewing and watching everything from dirt-cheap 32-inch TVs to top-shelf flagship models. I mean, don't get me wrong: I have hobbies and stuff. But TVs have been my professional bread and butter for over a decade now. Once upon a time, we published a glowing Panasonic W95A review, noting the TV's exceptional Mini-LED performance and robust set of features. Next thing we knew, the $1,299, 55-inch model had tumbled in price all the way down to $479. I don't need to explain to you why that's a terrific discount, but I can explain why this is a great TV. Its HDR highlight brightness is well over 1,000 nits, and on the whole, the W95A is bright enough for pretty much every environment. It also comes with a thorough array of features for gaming, Alexa integration with Amazon Fire TV and Dolby Vision support. Panasonic's fantastic Mini-LED TV has never been more affordable, so it's worth pouncing on this deal before it disappears. You're not just getting a great sale price with the W95A, you're also getting a superb, 55-inch Mini-LED TV loaded with extra features. We dug this TV when it was over a thousand bucks, and we really dig it now that it's below $500. This is my current favorite deals on a medium-sized OLED TV, and as of now, it's the only OLED TV on this list. The B4 is LG's entry-level OLED TV from 2024, and the 48-inch version is a Best Buy-exclusive model. Why do I love this TV so much? Well, it boasts all of the benefits of OLED (like perfect black levels and sumptuous-looking color) for a price most of us can afford. The B4 comes with a ton of upside for the price: It supports Dolby Vision, features an elegant design, and offers a full slate of four HDMI 2.1 ports that all support 4K gaming at 120Hz. In our LG B4 OLED review, we called the Editor's Choice TV for the value OLED TV of the year. Looking for an incredible OLED picture without the high price? Look no further. The LG B4 isn't as bright as higher-end OLED TVs, but you're still getting perfect black levels, ultra-wide viewing angles and a ton of features you'd find on higher-end LG OLEDs. TCL's entry-level Mini-LED TV is right in the "Goldilocks Zone" between value and performance. At around $650 for a 65-inch model, it's a perfect fit for people who want a big-sized TV with a decent set of features at a reasonable price. You can peruse our TCL QM6K review for a full report, but here's what I love about this TV in a nutshell: It's just bright enough for the average living room; arrives with terrific out-of-the-box accuracy (if you're into that sort of thing), and most importantly, it comes with Google TV baked right in. For most people shopping in this price range, Google TV is a great software suite to have in one's back pocket. It's easy to use and offers top-tier app support. Looking for something a little more impressive? Check out the next pick. The QM6K represents one of the most affordable ways to land a Mini-LED TV at the 65-inch size point. Google TV is available right out of the box, and the TV's relatively modest Mini-LED backlight keeps scenes visually appealing. The QM7K is a step up from the QM6K in nearly every way. Its performance, especially in HDR, is much more impressive. It's just a brighter, more colorful presentation that's more likely to wow viewers. The TCL QM7K is also packed with features, particularly gaming-related features. It's got a pair of HDMI 2.1-compatible inputs and supports 4K gaming up to 144Hz. You'll spend a couple hundred bucks more on the QM7K than you will the QM6K, but the added cost is up there on the screen and under the hood. TCL's mid-range Mini-LED TV is one of the best values of the year for folks looking for a powerful gaming TV at a relatively low price point. It's not quite as bright, colorful and packed with features as a higher-end Mini-LED TV, but it's much more versatile than an entry-level LED TV. You can read all about it in our Hisense U8QG review, but the first thing you ought to know about this Mini-LED marvel is that it's one of the brightest TVs we've tested all year. The 55-inch U8QG is just a hair under $1,000 right now, and if you've been looking for a 55-inch set that will dazzle an audience both day and night, this TV is just the ticket. The U8QG isn't just bright, it's also brilliantly colorful, making HDR content pop in a way it might not on lower-end Mini-LED TVs. It's also got plenty of extra features for gaming and beyond, including three HDMI 2.1 inputs, Google TV and Dolby Vision support. It's ready to support 4K gaming at 120Hz and all the way up to 165Hz, too. The newest entry in Hisense's popular U8 Series isn't quite as affordable as it was during Prime Day, but it's still seeing a steep discount right now. This is one of the most value-forward Mini-LED TVs of the year, as well as one of the brightest. The U8QG also comes with plenty of gaming-friendly features and Google TV built right in.
Tom's Guide
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
Not a typo! This 65-inch LG OLED TV just crashed to $996 for Prime Day
Prime Day is still in full swing and we're tracking all the best deals on TVs, from OLEDs to QLEDs and everything in between. While there are some amazing deals on newer models, you'll often find even better deals on last year's sets. Right now, you can get the 65-inch LG B4 OLED for $996 on Amazon. That cuts $100 off this brilliant OLED, bringing it under $1,000 in a rare deal that even includes its 55-inch model. Looking for an incredible OLED picture without the high price? The LG B4 is the perfect companion. It's not as bright as higher-end OLED TVs, but you still get to bask in the glory of OLED display technology. Perfect black levels and ultra-wide viewing angles will have everything from movies to sports looking fantastic. Dedicated gamers will appreciate the B4's array of sought-after features, which includes four HDMI 2.1 inputs, support for 4K gaming at 120Hz, VRR and FreeSync. Last year was packed with amazing OLED TVs, but one of the cheapest you could find on the market was the LG B4 OLED. It still serves as an incredible value if you're looking to save big an improved screen. As with most LG OLEDs, the B4 is known as one of the best gaming TVs thanks to its four total HDMI 2.1 ports in tandem with a 120Hz refresh rate. That gives you tons of leeway for both PC and console gaming, plus it even has access to cloud gaming services for more ways to play. I reviewed the LG B4 and loved it for its picture performance, primarily for the deep blacks and colors. Skin tones looked true-to-form while darker scenes, most notable in movies like "The Batman" and "Interstellar," truly popped on the screen. Of course, you will have to live with some middling audio performance, but that's to b expected on most TVs. Nothing one of the many Prime Day soundbar deals can't fix. But if the LG B4 OLED is a little too expensive for what you're looking for, you can always check out or Prime Day TV live blog for more amazing deals across the size and price spectrum.
Tom's Guide
07-07-2025
- Business
- Tom's Guide
Forget Prime Day — these are the 8 best TV deals in Best Buy's Black Friday in July sale
If you've been waiting for a golden opportunity to pounce on a new TV, this week is as good as any. While Prime Day TV deals are beginning to pile up, I've got my eyes on Best Buy's Black Friday in July sales event, which is looking like a much better collection of deals than I initially thought it'd be. There are discounts at Best Buy right now that you likely won't end up seeing at Amazon this week, like the 48-inch LG B4 OLED TV for just $599 — my favorite deal of the lot. By my count, there are currently close to 200 deals listed in this sale for TVs and projectors. Most of them aren't really worth buying. These eight are. My name is Michael, and I've been covering TVs for over a decade. I spend all year watching, testing and reviewing the most popular TVs on the market, but when sales events like this come around, my top priority is helping folks separate the best deals from the rest. If you've been looking for a perfectly cromulent, low-priced 4K TV with easy-to-use features, the 55-inch Roku Plus Series is a slam dunk. $299 gets you decent picture quality and access to the Roku smart platform, one of my favorite smart TV operating systems on account of its approachability. It's a great choice for anyone who's ever said, "I just need a good TV and I don't want to spend very much." This is one of the last opportunities you'll likely have to get the 48-inch LG B4 for this super-low price, as it'll soon be replaced by its successor, the LG B5. As an entry-level OLED, you're not getting quite as many features as what you'll find on a mid-range or high-end OLED TV, but it's nevertheless an incredible TV for movies and gaming. This was one of my favorite TVs of 2024. Get it while it's in stock. The Hisense Canvas TV is designed to blend into a room in the same way a portrait would. To that end, it features a posh matte finish that gives the picture a softer presentation, as well as an elegant frame. If you want to prioritize picture quality above all else, I don't think I'd buy the Canvas TV. However, if your living space cries out for a different sort of TV vibe, the Canvas TV is a great candidate. Full disclosure: I've not yet tested the QN70F, one of Samsung's mid-range TVs for 2025. That said, I've seen it up close and personal, and for this price, it's well worth considering. Like the rest of the brand's Neo QLED lineup, the QN70F blends quantum dots and Mini-LED backlighting for a punchy presentation. The QN70F is also packed with gaming features, like four HDMI 2.1-compatible inputs and support for 4K gaming at 120Hz. That's fantastic for the price point. Looking for something bigger than 65 inches? The 75-inch Roku Pro Series QLED is on sale for a mind-bogglingly low price. It's one of the best deals I've seen this week on a 75-inch TV. Like the Roku Plus Series, the Pro model comes with Roku baked right in. Being a "Pro" model, this TV arrives with a bright, colorful picture and impressive out-of-the-box accuracy. If you're looking to combine Mini-LED backlighting with easy-to-use features, consider this set. All aboard! The LG C4 train is leaving the station. As we enter the back half of 2025, this mid-range marvel will go out of stock before you know it. At just $1,199 for a 65-inch version, you'll be hard pressed to find a better sale price for the remainder of the year. I absolutely love this OLED TV, as it offers class-leading gaming features and superb HDR highlight brightness for a friendlier price than higher-end OLEDs. Get it while you can. Like the aforementioned LG C4, this 65-inch Samsung OLED is at one of its lowest prices ever, and it'll soon be replaced by its successor. It's similar to the C4 in performance and features, but if you're more into the Samsung approach to TV-making, you'll be happier spending that money on the S90D. Just remember that, like all Samsung TVs, the S90D doesn't support Dolby Vision. Stick with the LG C4 if that matters to you.
Business Mayor
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Mayor
You Asked: Best OLED for PS5, straight talk for oldies, and GTA 6 weigh-in
On today's You Asked: We're all in mourning after another delay to the release of Grand Theft Auto 6, but we answer your questions in anticipation. And, in a world of so many OLED TV choices, which one pairs well with a PlayStation 5? TCL QM7 TCL @LunaQueeniemon asks: My four-year-old LG CX 55-inch TV just went this past weekend. It does reboot loops and a long beep sound – because of this I'm afraid of getting a new OLED TV. So I'm stuck between LG B4 48-inch or a TCL QM7 55-inch TV. Which one should I choose? I think the first question you need to answer is: What's more important: size or OLED-level picture quality? If your space is set up for a 55-inch TV and your own viewing preferences lean toward that slightly larger size, I'd suggest the 55-inch TCL QM7 over the 48-inch LG B4. The QM7 is a great looking TV. And while you will lose out on contrast compared to the B4, not having the perfect blacks of OLED, you will have a significant leg up in terms of SDR and HDR brightness on the QM7. So in terms of HDR performance, there's still plenty of wow factor there. If price is weighing into the decision, we have seen the 55-inch LG B4 drop to $800 before. You may have to wait for that price to come around again, but if it puts the OLED more into the strike zone, it's probably worth the wait to get the ideal picture and size you like. You also mention being afraid of getting a new OLED TV since you just had an issue with your previous CX. Something going wrong with a product can push you away from purchasing another – I get it – but, as you likely know yourself, in the world of electronics, sometimes things just happen. LG OLEDs, especially newer and higher tier models, are pretty reliable. And other factors, like how hard you push your TV, can factor into the equation as well. So, in this case, try not to let that keep you from purchasing a B4 if OLED quality tops your priority list over size. Zeke Jones / Digital Trends @adiddy911 writes: I want an OLED, but there are so many makes and models. It's too complicated – I don't know what to go with anymore. Any recommendations? Which one goes well with the PS5? The C4? The G4? I need answers. Answers we have, and it sounds like you've already got your eyes set on a few. Lucky for you, the LG C4 and G4 are 2024 models, so if you haven't yet made a purchase you can probably get one of them at a solid discount this time of year. Technically they are both excellent with the PlayStation 5. Both have four HDMI 2.1 inputs that support 4K resolution with a 144 Hertz refresh rate and VRR. Both have low input lag, which is great for first person shooters where you want that quick response. And both look fantastic with rich, vibrant colors. LG G4 OLED Zeke Jones / Digital Trends Personally, I've always admired LG's C series OLED TVs – I've spent time with a few of them now. They deliver an incredible picture at a price that's a little easier to stomach. If the TV will be used primarily for gaming, say in an office or game room, and doesn't need to be 65 inches – what I prefer in a living room space – a smaller size can really be a great deal. The LG C4 is available at 42 and 48 inches, while the G4 starts at 55 inches (at a significantly higher price). To answer your question and provide a little clarity on the differences, several report that in its Game Optimizer mode, the HDR Brightness with the C4 is dimmer than the G4. We did not test that side-by-side, so I can't confirm definitively how big a difference there is, but wanted to point that out. However, if you only put eyes on the C4 and didn't have anything side-by-side to compare it to, do you think you would notice? If the answer is no, I'd go with the C4. But if you want that extra bit of brightness, not just for gaming, but SDR and HDR content viewing as well, then I think it's the G4. 2024 TCL QM8 John Higgins / Digital Trends Kathy writes: I've been watching your videos and at 75 years old, I don't have a clue what you are talking about – or I'm just very confused. I'm sure this will be close to our last TV. We want one for watching movies, Netflix, Hulu, Prime, etc. Our seats are 75 inches from the TV. From what you said, I think we need to get an OLED to have a great picture and maybe 55 or 65 inches. We would like to keep it under $1,500 with a sound bar since we just don't hear as well as we used to – hence, subtitles on everything. You seem to like Sony the best. Would you please do a video for us oldies? Leave out the technical and just tell us what to buy. Make it very simple and make it plain. There are thousands of us out here that would watch that video because we need major help. We all would appreciate it. I appreciate this question because I agree: Sometimes, we just need to shut up and get to the point, right? I'll do my best. 75 inches is almost exactly how far I am from my own 65-inch TV at home. So I would recommend a 65-inch TV. It's the perfect blend between giving you a nice, big screen to enjoy your favorite shows without being too big. However, with a $1,500 dollar budget, including a soundbar, an OLED might be a little tough to pull off. Some of the less expensive models might not be bright enough to satisfy you. If you must go OLED, I'd recommend the LG B4 at around $1,200 dollars. Once again, there will be a slight step back in brightness, but it's OLED, and in a dark room, it's going to look great. John Higgins / Digital Trends For a potentially better bang for your buck, consider some mini-LED options. They have beautiful image quality, and are generally a bit brighter than OLED. I think you will love the experience. Also, mini-LEDs tend to be less expensive. I suggest the 65-inch TCL QM851G. The 2024 model comes in around $900. At the time of publishing, the 65-inch TCL QM7K (2025 model) is on sale for $1,100 dollars. I'd also recommend the Hisense U8N, another 2024 model that's a direct competitor to TCL's QM8 and with similarly strong high performance. I recommend these options from Hisense and TCL because, in addition to great picture quality, they both use the Google TV operating system, which I find is easiest to work with. It's a clear layout for all the apps, the remotes are simple, and the setup isn't too difficult either. Read More Baldur's Gate 3 on the Steam Deck plays better than it looks Yes, I provided four options and most of them are not OLED, but like you said, let's keep it simple. These are excellent TVs. For soundbars in the $300-$500 price range we recommend the Bose Smart Soundbar, Yamaha YAS-209 and Klipsch Flexus Core 200, among others. If you need more options check out our Best Soundbars video and our list of soundbars under $500. Digital Trends @rachmartinmedia writes: I'm a professional photographer. I edit a lot, and mainly wedding imagery, so it's high volume. What current MacBook Pro would you recommend? Great question, and one I can relate to. I do a bit of photography on the side, and for event shoots, yes, lots of editing can really start taxing your computer. I do my work on a MacBook Pro M2 Max, usually in Lightroom, sometimes popping into Photoshop at the same time, and often with too many Google Chrome tabs open. The M2 Max certainly handles that workload, but if I start to open a lot of files in Photoshop at the same time, I need to close a few tabs or other programs to keep things snappy. All that to say, I'd recommend going with an M3 Max or M4 Max option. The latter will ensure you're future-proof, however, with my M2 Max, I feel no need to upgrade anytime soon. I think you're good with the M3 Max if you want to save some money. If you use an external monitor for editing, don't be afraid to go with a 14-inch MacBook Pro. It's still powerful, but more portable for work on the go. If you do save some money with the M3 Max option, consider spending it on some extra SSD space. (I have a 1 TB drive, but I wish I had more.) Lightroom and PhotoShop cache files and previews are stored on the internal drive, so you'll need a little extra space there to keep things running smoothly. Now we have the latest on Grand Theft Auto VI with Senior Gaming Editor Giovanni Colantonio. Why are we talking about GTA 6? Because it's been a surprisingly busy month for a game that's not coming out for a while. In case you missed the news: Grand Theft Auto VI is no longer coming out in 2025 as originally planned. It's now slated for a May 26, 2026 release date. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news if you hadn't heard that yet, but here's some good news — we at least got a new trailer. It's the first look at GTA VI we've had since December 2023, and it was a much-needed and impressive update. The trailer has racked up millions of views across social media and sparked a lot of conversation – including from you, our community. Here are some of those comments: Rockstar Games @ineedabreak_rip writes: As a pureblood Florida man, this game got me smiling from ear to ear, bruh. James Moses writes: Way too realistic. I had a trauma response because it reminded me of family reunions back in the day. James, I totally get that: I have family in Florida and been to Miami a lot, and this trailer really captures something specific about that area. That's a big takeaway: While we didn't learn much about gameplay, we got a better idea of what the game looks like. Honestly, it really does look next-gen. This isn't just GTA V scaled up. Rockstar seems to have gone all out. The level of visual detail is incredible – it looks like a real city, and not a bunch of copied-and-pasted assets. Of course, we're seeing a very directed slice of the game, but the effort on display is clear. What stood out to me more than the photorealistic characters or detailed spaces was the lighting. Florida has a very specific quality of light – it is the Sunshine State, after all – and this trailer nails that warm, golden-hour tone. It's something I don't see often in games. That kind of tone gets me really excited. It's unique. Maybe something like South of Midnight captures that vibe, but this one has a grounded, cinematic feel that really pops. Tone in general is something I'm excited about with this trailer, and a lot of you noticed it too. Rockstar Games Noah Sessler writes: I really love the grunginess of it. To me, GTA V got a bit too clean and glitzy too fast. I totally agree. There's a grit and a sexiness to this trailer – almost like a Michael Mann movie. You never know what kind of tone a GTA game is going to take. Going into this, I wondered if it would be jokey and irreverent or grounded and gritty. I love that they're dialing into that crime-thriller vibe. Here's the thing: I've been excited for GTA VI for a while, like everyone else. But I'm not sight-unseen excited for any game. I need a reason. You can't just say 'It's GTA VI' and expect me to be hyped. That first trailer? Sure, it looked cool, but it didn't give me much. This one? It gives me a reason. I get the tone. I get the cinematic crime feel they're aiming for. That's something I'm genuinely excited about. Rockstar Games But there's still a lot we don't know. A lot of your questions brought that up too. Two big ones came up: Alex writes: Is that actual gameplay or just video fillers? Andy followed up with: When do we get to see gameplay? This trailer is definitely more cinematic. Rockstar clarified afterward that it's a mix of cinematic and gameplay footage. It was captured on a PlayStation 5, but it's hard to tell what is actual gameplay versus cinematic camera work. So yes, technically some of it is gameplay – or at least in-engine – but we still don't know what it's like to play the game. What does it feel like to drive around? What's the structure of the missions? What does a story beat actually look like? Rockstar Games That leads into another good question we received, asking whether the map is all connected or if you have to load into each location. The blog post that came with the trailer mentioned several distinct Florida locations, but Rockstar hasn't said how it works. We can guess that it's mostly one interconnected open world – that's how GTA usually works – but who knows? There could be fast-travel segments or separate mission areas like in Red Dead Redemption 2. We just don't know. And that's what's going to make this wait until May 26, 2026, a little tough. We want to see how it plays. We want gameplay. We want to know how the world functions. But even with all that uncertainty, I actually feel like this trailer gave me something to latch onto. I like the tone. I like the visuals. I'm excited to meet the characters and explore this Bonnie and Clyde-style story. And based on your comments, it seems like a lot of you are too. So we'll all wait together for May 26, 2026. Hold on everybody – it's coming. Just another year… hopefully. Let's not jinx it.
Yahoo
16-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Get the LG 83-inch B4 Series OLED while it has a $2,000 discount
This article contains affiliate links; if you click such a link and make a purchase, Digital Trends and Yahoo Inc. may earn a commission. LG has been producing OLED TVs since 2014, a successful venture that's led to numerous Best of the Year awards for the manufacturer. If you've never owned an LG OLED, let's just say it's hard to beat the rich colors and inky black levels these sets can achieve. They are available in numerous models and sizes, and we actually came across a great sale on one of LG's biggest entry-level OLED TVs for 2024: Right now, when you purchase the LG 83-inch B4 Series OLED through Amazon, Best Buy, LG, and a handful of other retailers, you'll only pay $2,500. The full MSRP on this model is $4,500. Buy at Amazon Buy at Best Buy Buy at LG Powered by LG's α9 AI Processor Gen 7, the LG B4 delivers exceptional picture quality for both 4K HDR and SDR sources. Movie and TV show fans can expect a wide color gamut with rich tones, near-perfect contrast levels, and solid motion clarity, thanks to the TV's native 120Hz refresh rate. For those viewing lower-resolution content, the LG B4 does a fantastic job at upscaling, too, so everything you watch or play will look great! When it comes to inputs and connectivity, the LG B4 is geared up for the present and future of AV tech. Featuring four HDMI 2.1 ports, it has impeccable performance when hooked up to a PS5 or Xbox, complete with fast response times and super-low input lag. And when it comes time to stream Netflix, YouTube, Hulu, and other popular apps, LG's built-in webOS 24 has got you covered. We're not sure how long this sale is going to last, so if you're interested in scoring a huge OLED TV for an unbeatable price, now's your chance! Save $2,000 on the LG 83-inch B4 Series OLED when you purchase today. We also recommend checking out our lists of the best LG TV deals, best TV deals, and best Amazon deals for more discounts on top TVs. Buy at Amazon Buy at Best Buy Buy at LG
