In the lead up to Christmas, retailers like Walmart, Best Buy and Amazon are discounting many of their top electronics. And with Black Friday and Cyber Monday in the rear-view mirror, this is the last great time to buy before the new year.
Of particular note are the excellent deals on smart TVs offered by all three merchants. A smart TV is a lot like a computer, except that it doesn’t come with programs like email or word processing. However, smart TVs often come equipped with a host of apps that allow you to play games, chat with friends and stream content from online platforms like Netflix, YouTube, and Hulu. In recent years, they’ve even started to sync with your other tech, making your TV just one more piece in your smart home puzzle.
While smart TVs may sound expensive, a few are currently on sale for under $400. In order to help you make your decision, we’ve curated a list of four on-sale 50” TVs, starting at just $210. These screens are great for a medium-sized living room or den and are a popular choice among consumers. While all are HDR-compatible and feature 4K display, there are some subtle differences in connectivity and processing power that may determine which is the right fit for your home. And, of course, there’s the price. Take a look below at these four exceptional smart TVs
Polaroid 50″ Class 4K Ultra HD HDR Smart LED TV (50T7U)
Original Price: $400
Sale Price: $210
You might know Polaroid from their popular cameras, but the technology giant also has a line of televisions and smartphones to shop. This TV is the most affordable on our list, on sale for almost 50 percent off for a sale price of just $210, making it an excellent entry-level product if you want to get in on the smart TV game. Like other smart devices, the TV connects with streaming sites via apps built-in to the user menu; the remote even comes with dedicated Netflix, YouTube, Vudu and Pandora buttons.
Being a camera company, it makes sense that Polaroid’s TVs would be built with dynamic picture quality. This TV boasts 8 million pixels (relatively standard in this category) for sharper images, vibrant colors, and crystal clear display.
VIZIO 50” Class 4K Ultra HD HDR Smart LED TV (D50x-G9)
Original Price: $428
Sale Price: $298
Vizio’s D-Series TVs promise to give you “the best features at the smartest value,” and they’re able to back up that claim with a few unique components. First, the TV is designed with a built-in Chromecast for easy streaming. Second, its voice compatible with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant supported devices like Google Home. Third, it comes with over 100 free channels courtesy of VIZIO WatchFree. And fourth, it can be turned on automatically with a tap of the Cast button — no remote required.
If you’ve already begun investing in smart home products, these features may not be a big selling point. However, if you’re just starting out, why not save on devices such as a Chromecast by buying a TV that comes with one already installed? Attributes like these make the VIZIO 50” an excellent standalone product, and it’s currently on sale at Walmart for just $298 — 30 percent off.
LG 50″ Class 4K LED UK6090PUA Series Smart UHD TV with HDR
Original Price: $500
Sale Price: $330
A smart TV with a quad-core processor, the UK6090PUA Series Smart UHD TV will be able to stream your content from Netflix, Hulu and more in a gorgeous 4K display without any lag or video noise. TVs with this kind of processing power also tend to provide sharp images with accurate colors, which you’ll definitely notice come game day. The manufacturer boasts that you’ll be able to see every blade of grass on the field — but we’ll be happy if it just makes it easier to follow the play. The bezel is slim, giving the screen a modern appearance and providing you with a wide viewing area.
At a whopping $170 off the original price, this LG 50″ isn’t playing around. Find it on sale now at Best Buy for the low price of $330.
Toshiba 50” 50LF621U19 4K Ultra HD Smart LED TV HDR – Fire TV Edition
Original Price: $400
Sale Price: $330
Tired of having to replace your tech every few years? You’re not alone. Toshiba has designed a TV that they hope will outlast upgrades and updates. Not only is it HDR-compatible, so you can enjoy the latest and greatest HDR movies and shows, but this smart TV is connected with Alexa to ensure it keeps getting smarter. Alexa now has over 50,000 skills worldwide, which you can capitalize on using the TV’s smart Voice Remote. Use it to ask her to launch apps, play music, control smart devices — even order a pizza. Combine this with automatic over-the-air software updates, a lightning-fast quad-core CPU/multi-core GPU, and over 8 million pixels for stunning picture display and you’ve got yourself an affordable TV that can go the distance.
The Toshiba 50” 50LF621U19 4K Ultra HD Smart LED TV comes with built-in Amazon Fire TV, available now for $330 — a 17.5 percent discount from the original price.
