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Best 50-inch TVs under 500 Dollars of 2022

Tom Power
  May 17, 2022 4:33 PM

TV technology has come a long way. These days, you can get a really great TV for $500 or less. There's still a significant amount out there, but that's where we come in. We test a wide variety of TVs — from the most basic to the ultra-premium — to make sure you're getting a great product.

Here is our list of what we consider the Best 50-inch TVs under 500 Dollars of 2022.

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Vizio D40F-G9 40-inch 1080p Full Array LED SmartCast HDTV (Renewed)
Vizio D40F-G9 40-inch 1080p Full Array LED SmartCast HDTV (Renewed)
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  • SCORE
    8.4
    BTV Score

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  • Brand
    VIZIO
  • TV Dimensions: Without Stand – 35.51" L x 20.4" H x 2.55" D | With Stand – 35.51" L x 22.59" H x 8.36” D | Screen size: 39.5” measured diagonally
  • Inputs/outputs: HDMI – 2 | USB – 1 | Ethernet – 1 | Component – 1more
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TCL 50-inch Class 4-Series 4K UHD Smart Roku LED TV - 50S435, 2021 Model
TCL 50-inch Class 4-Series 4K UHD Smart Roku LED TV - 50S435, 2021 Model
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  • SCORE
    9.4
    BTV Score

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  • Brand
    TCL
  • Pairs 4K Ultra HD picture clarity with the contrast, color, and detail of high dynamic range (HDR) for the most lifelike picture
  • Direct lit LED produces great picture quality. Stand Separation Distance 39.6 inchesmore
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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
    BTV Score

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  • Brand
    Amazon
  • All your entertainment in one place - Watch live and free TV, play video games, and stream music.
  • Fire TV Alexa Voice Remote - Press and ask to find favorite apps, movies, and shows, plus check the weather, sports scores, and more.more
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Insignia 50-inch Class F30 Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV (NS-50F301NA22, 2021 Model)
Insignia 50-inch Class F30 Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV (NS-50F301NA22, 2021 Model)
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  • SCORE
    9.2
    BTV Score

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  • Brand
    INSIGNIA
  • Alexa voice control - Speak commands into the voice remote with Alexa to control your Fire TV verbally—ask it to watch live TV, search for titles, play music, switch inputs, control smart home devices and more.
  • Item arrives in packaging that reveals what’s inside and can’t be hidden.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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  • Brand
    SAMSUNG
  • HDR – Unveils shades of color that go beyond HDTV.
  • HANDPICKED BY AMAZON: They did the research so you don’t have to.more
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Amazon Fire TV 50" Omni Series 4K UHD smart TV, hands-free with Alexa
Amazon Fire TV 50" Omni Series 4K UHD smart TV, hands-free with Alexa
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  • SCORE
    9.2
    BTV Score

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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, and control the TV hands-free with Alexa.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
  • 4K Ultra HD - Over 8 million pixels for breathtaking detail. 4 times the resolution of 1080p!
  • IQ Active Processor - Delivers superior picture processing, including a powerful and intelligent 4K upscaling engine that enhances your favorite HD entertainment in spectacular 4K 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
    9.0
    BTV Score

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  • Brand
    LG
  • QUAD CORE PROCESSOR 4K: Our Quad Core Processor 4K gives you a smooth, crisp viewing experience with enhanced contrast, color and blacks.
  • WORKS WITH HEY GOOGLE / ALEXA: Customize and control your smart home with ease. LG UHD TVs work with "Hey Google," Amazon Alexa, Apple Play2, and Apple Homekit – making it a cinch to cast your favorite content, find the latest weather forecast, and much more.more
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TCL 50-inch Class 4-Series 4K UHD HDR Smart Android TV - 50S434, 2021 Model
TCL 50-inch Class 4-Series 4K UHD HDR Smart Android TV - 50S434, 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
    TCL
  • Thousands of streaming apps: Stream 700,000+ movies and shows, live sports and news, or your favorite music from Google Play, YouTube and your favorite apps.
  • Chromecast Built-in: Easily cast movies, shows, and photos from your Android or iOS device to your TCL Android TV. Clear Motion Index : 120 CMImore
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VIZIO 50-Inch M6 Series Premium 4K UHD Quantum Color LED HDR Smart TV with Apple AirPlay and Chromecast Built-in, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDMI 2.1, Variable Refresh Rate, M50Q6-J01, 2021 Model
VIZIO 50-Inch M6 Series Premium 4K UHD Quantum Color LED HDR Smart TV with Apple AirPlay and Chromecast Built-in, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDMI 2.1, Variable Refresh Rate, M50Q6-J01, 2021 Model
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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
    VIZIO
  • Full Array Backlight - Evenly distributed LEDs across the screen's backlight deliver superior light uniformity and picture performance.
  • Quantum Color - Next-generation Quantum Color delivers cinematic color with over a billion hues of vibrant color.more

Last update on 2022-05-17 / Affiliate links / Images, Product Titles, and Product Highlights from Amazon Product Advertising API

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