Top-Rated TVs For Under $1,000 To Buy In 2026

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When the time comes to invest in a new television, it's likely you'll be gearing up for sticker shock. Fortunately, the cost of new televisions vary quite a bit, and it's entirely possible to buy even a large one for less than $1,000. Not only that, but you can do so while avoiding some of the industry's less reliable TV manufacturers.

Below, we've curated 15 of the best-rated television sets currently available on Amazon for less than $1,000. There are budget-friendly, highly-rated home theater products from Sony, alongside less-than-expensive picks from LG. There are also TVs from brands like Roku and TCL. Screen sizes vary, as do the specs. There are products to help you avoid common TV buying mistakes, like overspending on unnecessary features. And if you need to put your set through its paces for fast-action gaming or sports nights, there are boxes below that are more than capable of keeping up. All sets are rated at least 4 stars overall out of 5, and each has been reviewed by at least 10 verified buyers. Remember that item prices are subject to change. Also, almost all of the TVs listed here are available in multiple sizes: You may find more than one option under $1,000.

TCL, once known more for basic bargain sets, has built a reputation for high-quality, high-resolution televisions in recent years. Products vary in both specs and price points, including several selling for under $1,000. One option is the TCL 75-inch QM6K Series Smart TV, which usually retails on Amazon for $999. A look at the specs reveals a display that uses a combination of mini-LEDs and QLED color to deliver strong brightness and easy-viewing in most light levels. It's also got a 144 Hz refresh rate, which, put simply, means it can keep up with modern video games and live-streamed sports. It's also smart-enabled, with pre-installed apps to stream your favorite platforms.

With almost 2,000 reviews, it's rated 4.3 stars overall, and 74% gave it 5 stars. "Fantastic TV at a great price," said one buyer, who explained that it took just minutes to get the product set up and configured. "It's much more responsive than my Samsung," they added. "The picture on this TV is fantastic."

Another brand known for its wallet-friendly options is Hisense. This includes the 40-inch Class QD4 Series Hi-QLED FHD Smart Fire TV. Per the name, it's a smart TV, with built-in Amazon Alexa allowing voice control of your set. What sets it apart is the price: It's regularly $249.99, delivering full HD 1080p picture quality. It has DTS-X object-based technology for crisp audio, plus a full-array LED backlight to help deliver a sharp, bright picture. It also has a game mode, though with a stated 60 Hz refresh rate, it's unlikely to pass muster among more serious gamers who demand peak performance.

That may not matter if you're looking for a budget-friendly TV that delivers a decent picture for general viewing. It's rated 4.4 stars overall for a reason, with 73% of over 430 reviewers giving it top marks. "I'm genuinely impressed with what you get for the price," said one, who added, "the picture quality is bright and colorful thanks to the QLED panel."

Another model from Hisense, the 50-inch E7 Cinema Series Hi-QLED Mini-LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV ramps the cost up several notches versus the Class OD4 series up above. The price climbs all the way to $2,999 — if you want the 100-inch set. If you can get by with 65 inches, then that drops to $999.99. It uses Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision to enhance cinematic visuals and sound, and mini-LED backlighting to deliver strong contrasts and clear viewing. A high refresh rate (144 Hz) helps gamers and live sports fans. For cinephiles, a "Filmmaker Mode" allows you to watch movies in the aspect ratio and resolution the director intended.

As for reviews, it's rated 4.4 stars overall, with 75% of almost 350 buyers awarding it full marks. "Amazing picture and great for gaming," said one buyer, who added, "I've been really impressed with this TV. I got it for an amazing price." Another, who upgraded from a 5-year-old Sony set, said, "the difference was immediately noticeable." They noted that the picture is great for the price, and that the native refresh rate makes fast-paced viewing smooth.

As one of the best smart TV brands according to Consumer Reports, you may not be surprised to find Roku featured in this budget guide. What is a nice surprise is that its 40-inch Select Series Smart TV sells at a regular retail price of $169.99. It's a smart TV, meaning full access to your favorite streaming apps without additional hardware. You can also pair it with Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant to enable voice control. Display-wise, it offers 1080p full HD. Just know that the TV's 60 Hz refresh rate is okay for casual gaming, but if you're serious about shoot-em-ups or fast-paced racing sims, you may find it struggles to keep up.

That said, this TV isn't really geared towards gamers. It's more for those who want a decent, budget-friendly screen. Among the almost 1,900 buyers who've reviewed it, 79% gave it 5 stars, lending to an overall 4.5-star score. One buyer started with, "It's Awesome!" Though it was their first-ever smart TV, they found set-up and app installation to be fast and easy. Another user, who didn't want to shell out hundreds on big names, reported that the picture and sound quality are clear. In their own words, "It's good enough for me."

Choosing the right screen is one of the most important tips for designing your home theater. And while the technical details are important, so is the size. LG 85-inch Nano AI 4K NU85 Smart TV is a good fit for medium-to-larger spaces. It's currently sold for $799. The large UHD 4K display is suitable for watching modern streaming content at its best, and the display is powered by an Alpha 7 AI processor. This uses a feature called Super Upscaling, which works to improve HD and lower-res content to near-4K quality.

As always, it's worth consulting the reviews. In this case, it's rated 4 stars overall, with 66% of over 120 buyers giving it top marks. Several users experienced issues with damaged screens upon arrival. But among those who didn't, the majority praised the set. "The TV is great!" said one buyer, who added that "the colors reach out and grab your eyeballs."

If your goal is to build a home theater on a budget, then hopefully you're already feeling reassured that it's possible. However, you still need to shop carefully to ensure the screen specs match your needs. The 55-inch U6 Pro Series Gaming AI Smart Fire TV from Hisense is, as you might expect, built with gaming in mind. It's also suitable for live sports, thanks to a native 144 Hz refresh rate that reduces blur. A built-in sub-woofer produces immersive bass for movie nights, and it has what Hisense dubs a Hi-View AI Engine. This continuously adjusts the picture, with the goal of producing the best-looking show or game possible.

It costs $849.99, and comes with a 4.3-star rating. In fact, 72% of more than 300 users gave it 5 stars. "Better than expected," said one user, who explained it was their first time buying a Hisense TV and praised its ease of setup and "almost realistic" picture quality. Another, describing it as "absolutely stunning," said it was worth every penny and great for gaming. They praised the colors, including deep blacks, and said that the speakers deliver powerful sound. Overall, they said, "This is the best budget TV I've ever seen in my life."

Toshiba's 55-inch Z670R Series Mini-LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV is available in sizes up to 75-inch for less than $1,000 (the 55-inch version sells for $749). Each has a mini-LED and QLED picture, with precision controlled mini LEDs and full array local dimming, which translates to deeper blacks and brighter highlights. An AI processor helps optimize sound and visuals on the go, and a native 144 Hz refresh rate pairs with Game Mode Pro for smooth, next-gen gaming. Since it's a smart Fire TV, you can also access your go-to streaming apps without the hassle of connecting extra hardware.

If you need something that handles games and high-quality movie nights, most users agree that it's worth the price tag. It's rated 4.2 stars overall with 72% of more than 130 users awarding it top marks. One buyer praised its "absolutely stunning picture and performance." Another, who upgraded from a previous model, explained that "movies look better at night, sports look a little cleaner, and games feel smoother."

Budgets that struggle to stretch beyond $1,000 needn't worry when TV shopping: That can actually buy one of several different sizes of TCL's T7 4K QLED Google TV. They range from 55 inches ($449) up to 85 inches ($999), and each is optimized for gaming with a 120 Hz refresh rate. Each is also Google TV enabled, with 4K UHD resolution displays. Dolby Atmos Audio helps with cinematic sound immersion, while Dolby Vision boosts the visuals. It's also compatible with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple Homekit.

As always, the proof is in the reviews. In this case, a 4.4-star rating suggests that most users have been pleased with this set. One, who said they were seriously impressed, explained, "I absolutely LOVE my TCL 75T7. The picture quality is stunning — bright, colorful, sharp, and incredibly smooth." They noted that it is susceptible to glare in brighter rooms, but once evening rolls around, "the picture looks absolutely phenomenal." Provided that you keep in mind it's not meant to compete with higher-end sets, said one user, then "the picture quality is very good for the price."

The 55-inch Sony BRAVIA 3 II LED HDR Smart Google TV currently retails for $798 (There are four models up to 65 inches costing less than $1,000). It features a refresh rate of 120 Hz for fast-paced gaming and viewing, plus 4K resolution for picture quality. It's built to deliver lifelike color, and supports Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos for cinematic immersion. And while smart TVs are more a standard than a novelty these days, this one allows you to chat with Google Gemini to find what you want to watch.

Whether or not that's your thing is not for us to say. But it's currently rated 4.1 stars overall. 70% of over 170 users rated it top marks, including one who said, quite simply, "I love this TV, picture quality is amazing and sound phenomenal." Some buyers have had problems with the TV randomly switching off, which, while seemingly rare, could get annoying. The Google interface made set-up uniquely challenging for some reviewers. There are also some who cited issues with the remote, namely that the buttons are quite small.

For brand-loyal followers who can't afford to splurge on Samsung's spendier sets, its 55-inch M70H Series Smart TV costs $347.99, with four other models, up to 85 inches, also clocking in at less than $1,000. Each delivers 4K resolution supported by a mini-LED processor, which yields (per Samsung) better highlights and deeper blacks. They feature Motion Xcelerator tech (to reduce motion blur for a sharper picture), along with dual-line-gate 120 Hz (which works to double the official 60 Hz refresh rate), also for smoother visuals.

Overall, it's rated 4.3 stars, with 72% of more than 800 users awarding it top marks. It does receive quite a bit of criticism for the supplied remote, whose simplified controls and complicated navigability are, per one user, "a pain in the you-know-where." However, even critics of the remote generally agree that the TV itself is a good product. As one explained, "runs fast and loads apps faster than last year's Samsung TV." They also praised the picture quality. "I would recommend this if you are on a budget and want a great TV for the price," they summarized.

A more budget-friendly TV in Sony's expansive BRAVIA line, the 65-inch BRAVIA 3 LED HDR Smart Google TV shares much with the previously featured Sony, like its 4K display and support for Dolby Vision and Atmos. It's also smart, working with Google Assistant to make voice search possible. One note of difference is the lower refresh rate — 60 Hz, compared to 120 Hz in the BRAVIA 3 II LED — which may not be enough power for serious gamers. However, the price is also lower, with a 65-inch set usually retailing for $799.99.

As for reviews, it's rated 4.2 stars overall, with 70% of more than 1,560 reviews to date awarding it the full 5 stars. "This TV delivers a very sharp and vibrant picture," explained one, who said that the colors and contrast are impressive, especially for movies. Some users have had problems with connectivity, including WiFi connection losses and failure to connect at all. These are not a majority, to be sure, and there are others who said that the TV was easy to connect and set up.

The Hisense 65-inch U7 Premium Gaming Smart Fire TV reads very well on the spec sheet. It features a UHD, HI-QLED, IMAX-Enhanced, Mini-LED Pro display, plus 4K resolution. It is also, per the product name, built with gamers in mind. However, the pairing of Hi-QLED tech with its native 165 Hz refresh rate means that it should also deliver rich color and blur-free viewing for action packed movies and sports. As for price, the 65-inch model currently costs $999.

Users have rated it 4.4 stars, with 79% of over 100 buyers rating it the full 5. This model is "an absolute powerhouse that hits the perfect sweet spot between premium performance and incredible value," said one enthusiastic buyer. Another said it was "everything I was hoping for, and more," explaining, "overall, this TV feels premium, especially for gaming, streaming, and everyday viewing. The picture, sound, size, and ease of use have all been excellent so far."

Our next TV is sold as a mini-bundle on Amazon for $799, which buys the TV, along with a Deco Gear home theater set-up guide, and two HDMI 2.0 cables. The TV itself is LG's 65-inch QNED84B Mini LED 4K Smart TV. It has a variable 144 Hz refresh rate to keep things smooth while meeting the demands of fast-paced games and live sports. Its 4K display (with Dolby Vision and HDR10) helps deliver a premium home theater experience, with Dolby Atmos contributing to immersive sound. It also uses an a8 AI Processor, a step up from the LG model featured above, which works to upscale lower-quality content to near-4K quality.

Diving into the reviews, it's one of the best-rated sets on this list. It's scored 4.7 stars overall, with 74% of more than 20 users awarding it top marks. One buyer bought this one to replace another brand after its screen suddenly went dark. "The LG is amazing," they said, "great sound, the colors are great and natural but beautiful, rich and full."

This 50-inch Quantum Pro Smart TV from Vizio has specs tailored to those who need blur-free viewing and seamless gaming. Its 120 Hz refresh rate handles fast-paced scenes, and it's backed with a 4K, direct LED display. This uses Quantum Color QLED — a mix of standard and mini LEDs —to flood scenes with brightness while yielding deep darks which the brand describes as creating a "truly immersive gameplay" experience.

It's priced at $698, and is well-rated — scoring 4.2 overall thanks to more than 1,620 reviews. 68% of those reviewers gave the TV top marks. Some buyers have cited problems with durability, including a few whose sets died on them within months or even days of purchasing. However, for the majority, the TV has performed well. "Consider this TV before purchasing a bigger name brand," said one. "Overall, this is a great TV for the price and if you are looking for quality on a budget without sacrificing the size, this is a great option to consider."

To create this guide, we focused on products currently available on Amazon. We had no preference for brands; instead, focusing on individual models rated at least 4 stars, and with at least 10 reviews to date from real buyers. Finally, in cases where we noticed negative trends around important attributes such as sound and picture quality, we made sure to highlight those to provide as much information as possible on a given set.