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Best 48-inch Smart TVs of 2022

Tom Power
  Oct 6, 2022 8:17 AM

The 48-inch OLED TV came out well and really came out. When they first launched, there wasn't much to choose from. But fast-forward to late 2021 and compact OLED TV panel sizes are popping up in more places now than ever.

Below is our list of what we consider the Best 48-inch Smart TVs of 2022.

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LG OLED A1 Series 48” Alexa Built-in 4k Smart TV (3840 x 2160), 60Hz Refresh Rate, AI-Powered 4K, Dolby Cinema, WiSA Ready, Gaming Mode (OLED48A1PUA, 2021)
LG OLED A1 Series 48” Alexa Built-in 4k Smart TV (3840 x 2160), 60Hz Refresh Rate, AI-Powered 4K, Dolby Cinema, WiSA Ready, Gaming Mode (OLED48A1PUA, 2021)
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  • SCORE
    9.4
    BTV Score

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  • Brand
    LG
  • a7 GEN 4 AI PROCESSOR: Catch every detail with the smooth, crisp picture brought to you by our a7 Gen 4 AI Processor 4K. It adjusts your viewing and audio settings automatically with AI Picture and AI Sound, while AI 4K Upscaling authentically calibrates every scene.
  • ULTIMATE GAMEPLAY: Experience gaming on OLED. Game Optimizer gives you easier access to all your game settings and you'll get HDR Gaming, Auto Low-Latency Mode, plus HGiG for detailed gaming picture.more
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TCL 75-inch Class 4-Series 4K UHD HDR Smart Roku TV – 75S435, 2021 Model
TCL 75-inch Class 4-Series 4K UHD HDR Smart Roku TV – 75S435, 2021 Model
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  • SCORE
    9.4
    BTV Score

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  • Brand
    TCL
  • Power source type: Corded Electric
  • High Dynamic Range: HDR delivers bright and accurate colors for a lifelike viewing experience.more
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Sony XBR-48A9S 48-inch MASTER Series BRAVIA OLED 4K Smart HDR TV - 2020 Model
Sony XBR-48A9S 48-inch MASTER Series BRAVIA OLED 4K Smart HDR TV - 2020 Model
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  • SCORE
    9.4
    BTV Score

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  • Brand
    Sony
  • NETFLIX CALIBRATED MODE, DOLBY VISION, IMAX ENHANCED: Enjoy immersive and engaging cinematic content as the creator intended
  • GAME MODE: Take your PlayStation experience to the next level with a Sony 4K gaming TV featuring dedicated Game Mode for a smoother, more responsive gaming experience.more
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Amazon Fire TV 50" 4-Series 4K UHD smart TV
Amazon Fire TV 50" 4-Series 4K UHD smart TV
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  • SCORE
    9.2
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  • Brand
    Amazon
  • All your entertainment in one place - Watch live and free TV, play video games, and stream music.
  • Brilliant 4K entertainment - Bring movies and shows to life with support for vivid 4K Ultra HD, HDR 10, HLG, and Dolby Digital Plus.more
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SAMSUNG 50-Inch Class Crystal UHD AU8000 Series - 4K UHD HDR Smart TV with Alexa Built-in (UN50AU8000FXZA, 2021 Model)
SAMSUNG 50-Inch Class Crystal UHD AU8000 Series - 4K UHD HDR Smart TV with Alexa Built-in (UN50AU8000FXZA, 2021 Model)
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  • SCORE
    9.2
    BTV Score

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    SAMSUNG
  • CRYSTAL PROCESSOR 4K – Intelligent, ultra-fast optimization of 4K content.
  • 3 HDMI PORTS – Connect up to 3 devices with HDMI.more
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Sony X80J 50 Inch TV: 4K Ultra HD LED Smart Google TV with Dolby Vision HDR and Alexa Compatibility KD50X80J- 2021 Model
Sony X80J 50 Inch TV: 4K Ultra HD LED Smart Google TV with Dolby Vision HDR and Alexa Compatibility KD50X80J- 2021 Model
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  • SCORE
    9.2
    BTV Score

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  • Brand
    Sony
  • 4K X-REALITY PRO – Our unique 4K database upscales all the HD content you love to near-4K resolution bringing back real-world detail and texture.
  • APPLE AIRPLAY – Works with AirPlay 2 to easily stream content from your Apple device.more
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VIZIO 50-Inch V-Series 4K UHD LED HDR Smart TV with Apple AirPlay and Chromecast Built-in, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDMI 2.1, Auto Game Mode and Low Latency Gaming, V505-J09, 2021 Model
VIZIO 50-Inch V-Series 4K UHD LED HDR Smart TV with Apple AirPlay and Chromecast Built-in, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDMI 2.1, Auto Game Mode and Low Latency Gaming, V505-J09, 2021 Model
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  • SCORE
    9.0
    BTV Score

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  • Brand
    VIZIO
  • Active Pixel Tuning - Intelligent pixel-level brightness adjustments that tune contrast levels frame by frame in over 2000 zones of the screen for superior visual contrast.
  • Dolby Vision HDR and HDR10 - See it the way the director intended. Dolby Vision transforms your TV experience with incredible brightness, contrast, and color that brings entertainment to life like never before. V-series also supports HDR10 and HLG high dynamic range formats.more
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Toshiba 50-inch Class C350 Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV (50C350KU, 2021 Model)
Toshiba 50-inch Class C350 Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV (50C350KU, 2021 Model)
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  • SCORE
    9.0
    BTV Score

    BTV Score is a ranking system developed by our team of experts. It from 0 to 10 are automatically scored by our AI Consumer Report tool based upon the data collected. This score has no relationship or impact from any manufacturer or sales agent websites. Learn more

  • Brand
    Toshiba
  • 4 times resolution of Full HD, four times the detail. With Toshiba 4K TV, you can enjoy uncompromisingly crisp, clear visuals for a fully immersive, professional theater quality.
  • Regza Engine 4K is Toshiba’s high performance 4K engine for stunning picture quality, with ultra essential PQ technology combined with high quality LCD panel, you can get an incredible ultra HD 4K images with breath-taking picture quality.more
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LG 80 Series 50" Alexa Built-in, 4K UHD Smart TV, 60Hz Refresh Rate, Filmmaker Mode, Game Optimizer (50UP8000, 2021)
LG 80 Series 50" Alexa Built-in, 4K UHD Smart TV, 60Hz Refresh Rate, Filmmaker Mode, Game Optimizer (50UP8000, 2021)
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  • SCORE
    8.8
    BTV Score

    BTV Score is a ranking system developed by our team of experts. It from 0 to 10 are automatically scored by our AI Consumer Report tool based upon the data collected. This score has no relationship or impact from any manufacturer or sales agent websites. Learn more

  • Brand
    LG
  • QUAD CORE PROCESSOR 4K: Our Quad Core Processor 4K gives you a smooth, crisp viewing experience with enhanced contrast, color and blacks.
  • TRUMOTION 120 (Native 60Hz): TruMotion 120 technology reduces blur to sharpen details with up to 120 frames per second, giving fast-moving action sequences and lightning-quick sports a smooth, clean look.more
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TCL 49" Class 4-Series 4K UHD HDR Roku 2017 Smart TV - 49S405
TCL 49" Class 4-Series 4K UHD HDR Roku 2017 Smart TV - 49S405
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  • SCORE
    8.0
    BTV Score

    BTV Score is a ranking system developed by our team of experts. It from 0 to 10 are automatically scored by our AI Consumer Report tool based upon the data collected. This score has no relationship or impact from any manufacturer or sales agent websites. Learn more

  • Brand
    TCL
  • Pairs 4K Ultra HD picture clarity with the contrast, color and detail of High Dynamic Range (HDR) for the most lifelike picture
  • Compatible with Alexa and Google Assistantmore

Last update on 2022-10-06 / Affiliate links / Images, Product Titles, and Product Highlights from Amazon Product Advertising API

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