We present to potential buyers the rating of the best TVs from various price segments. We will tell each one briefly, compare with each other, and a more detailed overview of each model presented in the rating can be found on our website. Rating of the best TVs with a diagonal of 49 inches is based on personal opinions and customer reviews.
Best TVs before
Thomson t49fse1170
The average price of a TV is . There is no Smart TV function in it. Supports set-top boxes of DVB-S / T2 format. Matrix - Full HD. Like all other TVs presented in the top, there is a TimeShift function.
Benefits:
- low price;
- large diagonal;
- high quality analog signal reception;
- good sound.
Disadvantages:
- Full HD matrix at 48.5 ”;
- lack of Smart TV.
Judging objectively, in year is impractical to buy for TV without Smart TV with Full HD matrix, which in 1-2 years will definitely become a relic of the past, like “pot-bellied” TVs. It’s hard to imagine that now you can’t "go online" even with a toaster. It seems to me that it’s better to accumulate at least and afford to buy HARPER 49U750TS with full Smart TV and 4K matrix, which is about to push the aging Full HD format. Or save up about and acquire Xiaomi Mi TV 4S 50. These TVs will serve faithfully for at least 5 years, not really obsolete. And in terms of the very quality, functionality, not to mention the screen, they leave Thomson TF49FSE1170 behind. Thomson can be recommended to people who either have a low budget, or have no Internet involvement or pursuit of innovative technologies.
HARPER 49U750TS
This TV is the cheapest of all presented in the ranking, which has a 4K matrix and Smart TV. Price - . Smart TV will allow you to use different applications, watch movies online. A screen with good brightness for viewing in the evening, but during the day in sunny weather the picture will noticeably deteriorate. The model supports recording video from a TV screen to external USB-drives. The sound from the TV is good, does not vibrate or rattle at low frequencies.
Benefits:
- decent quality for little money;
- color rendition;
- bright, contrast matrix;
- Ultra HD screen resolution;
- Smart TV with good functionality;
- appearance and beautiful shell Android;
- support for satellite TV and T2;
- optical audio output + ARC.
Disadvantages:
- small amount of internal memory;
- the remote does not work in all Android applications.
By purchasing this TV, you will get excellent image quality, 4K resolution when watching movies or games on modern gaming platforms and all this for . The availability of Smart TV also inclines towards buying, which will save you from buying consoles with their monthly payment, and Android with its abundance of various programs. The TV itself is powerful enough, there will be no freezes. But the sound, which does not impress even the average layman, but this can be avoided by connecting an external audio system.In the same way, the problem of a small volume of internal storage is solved by connecting an external one. The device for its low price compared to competitors really shows the level of premium devices. If you need a high level of technology, but the price stops you, this option is great.
Panasonic TX-49FSR500
TX-49FSR500 same price as previous HARPER 49U750TS - . But Panasonic's screen is Full HD: here you can immediately think about the advisability of buying a TV, since HARPER has a 4K screen. The Panasonic Smart TV has a My Home Screen 3.0 platform. Supports DVB-S / T2 cards. In addition to the Wi-Fi module, there is also Miracast. This TV can be integrated into the Smart Home system. Fully supports DLNA.
Benefits:
- good image quality;
- strict design;
- minimalistic, easy to manage Smart TV shell;
- decent sound quality;
- introduction to the "Smart Home";
- DLNA support.
Disadvantages:
- a small number of programs;
- obsolete Full HD format.
TV in the Full HD category is a cut above the same Thomson t49fse1170 at least due to Smart TV, if you do not take into account a better sound, a clearer, more saturated picture at a price of more. Panasonic's eyes are very pleasant to perceive: a matte black color, which practically does not reflect anything. This immediately betrays the severity and sophistication of Japanese design. The disadvantage is the aging Full HD format: in 1-2 years, everyone will switch to 4K Ultra HD resolution. Looking forward, TCL L50P6US or Xiaomi Mi TV 4S 50, which will remain relevant for a long time, even after the end of the Full HD era. But this TV is worth taking, if only because it is a high-quality, inexpensive, Japanese TV that has Smart TV on board. If finances do not allow you to buy something more expensive, and the pursuit of technology is not yours, then this is definitely your choice.
Best TVs before
TCL L50P6US
The average price of the model is . The TV is already included in the mainstream segment, not the budget one. Screen with 4K resolution, built-in Smart TV, running on the Linux operating system, which is distinguished by its speed in the good direction and fewer programs - in bad compared to other systems. DVB-S / T2 cards are supported. There is DLNA technology, the ability to control the TV from a smartphone. Can record video to external drives. Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth modules. Bluetooth can be used to connect a headset and audio systems.
Benefits:
- clear 4K resolution;
- large diagonal;
- Smart TV
- thin frames;
- good color rendering, sufficient brightness;
- user-friendly interface.
Disadvantages:
- weak bass of the speakers;
- no support for many audio tracks;
- OS Linux platform.
TCL L50P6US - a good option in the mid-price segment, along with Xiaomi Mi TV 4S 50. The difference in the price of TVs is (L50P6US is cheaper). They both have a Smart TV platform, 4K UHD screen resolution, similar sound. In a situation with Smart TV, TCL TV loses, because the function works on OS Linux, has a much smaller number of applications / programs in comparison with Android. Also sad is the lack of support for many audio tracks, DRM protection against pirated content on video. You will have to use licensed content, which costs money, albeit small, in the era of subscriptions to digital services. But our people will always find a way to bypass any protections and blockages. If you do not want an extra hassle, and the TV seems expensive to you, there is a budget and a good option. HARPER 49U750TS. It is cheaper, also has UHD screen resolution, Smart TV. Now 4K content has become widespread, and the TVs themselves have decreased in price and are no longer inaccessible to the common man. TCL L50P6US is one of them. Just an ordinary TV, without any flaws, but also not much different from others.
Xiaomi Mi TV 4S 50
Average price - . 4K resolution, there is a Smart TV on the Android platform with an abundance of different applications. Built into the Xiaomi Smart Home ecosystem. It is possible to record video from the screen to an external drive. There is no support for DVB-S / T2 cards.
Benefits:
- ease of management;
- voice commands;
- 4K resolution screen;
- minimalistic design;
- Android and PatchWall shell.
Disadvantages:
- lack of DVB-T2 and DVB-S2;
- incomplete Russification;
- problems with the analog signal.
The TV has a good matrix, normal sound - in general, the TV is average in the budget segment. Price - . But why pay more if, for example, it costs 8500 thousand cheaper HARPER 49U750TS - you can get the same thing, but save yourself from problems with IPTV. It has DVB-S / T2 support with the same matrix and similar sound. If finances allow, then it is better to pay extra and buy LG 49SK8000Having received a brighter screen, louder and better sound, support for DVB-S / T2, Common Interface and saving chips like voice control, Smart TV with its own operating system. The TV is in the middle between the options I proposed, but my advice is to save up a little money and take equipment above average, than to get just an ordinary TV.
Samsung UE49NU7100U
TV is on cheaper than LG 49UK7500, which we will analyze next. Average price - . Like most in the TOP, it has 4K resolution. There is Smart TV on Samsung's own Tizen platform, the ability to connect DVB-S / T2 cards. Supports DLNA. You can record video from your screen to external drives. There is a function, like on smartphones - a light sensor that will automatically adjust the brightness of the screen.
Benefits:
- fast and smooth Smart TV;
- fair HDR10;
- low latency gaming mode;
- good built-in web browser;
- great picture in 4K.
Disadvantages:
- lack of built-in Bluetooth;
- Wi-Fi module - not 5 GHz, which negatively affects the download speed of 4K content over the air;
- no support for DTS audio tracks.
Great model for the money (about ). It is suitable for fans to play video games, because the game mode provides a minimum delay in the response of the pixel, and a refresh rate of 100 Hz ensures a high smoothness of the picture. But there are also disadvantages, for example, the lack of support for DTS audio tracks, and these are mainly found in films on the Internet. If this flaw is critical, then LG 49SK8000 NanoCellwhich on more expensive can fix the problem. LG has a brighter screen, IPS matrix and the same excellent audio system. In terms of smoothness and response time, the UE49NU7100U is much better than TCL L50P6US, which also boasted a low latency. The Samsung Smart TV platform itself is more advanced than others based on Linux OS. There will be no problems with finding programs. Samsung UE49NU7100U shows excellent quality of Korean electronics and is not much inferior to its competitors.
LG 49UK7500
TV is a "ceiling" for the price for this category: it is . Display - 4K with NanoCell technology from LG. The model uses artificial intelligence to process the image. There is Smart TV on LG's own platform - webOS. Available - Wi-Fi and Bluetooth modules. Has a powerful sound - two speakers of 10 watts. Supports DVB-S / T2 cards. You can control your voice. The TV has a huge number of picture settings, everyone can individually adjust the picture for themselves.
Benefits:
- Great 4K screen with HDR;
- NanoCell display;
- Smart TV on webOS;
- good sound;
- high color rendering, excellent image quality.
Disadvantages:
- There are highlights;
- sometimes does not recognize speech.
Behind This is a good TV option to buy. Not only I can say about this - customer reviews confirm this. The model with a great screen, the sound is good: it is much better than in Xiaomi Mi TV 4S 50. The picture is saturated, the functionality is extensive. The cons are so insignificant that you can close your eyes to them. The biggest plus is the screen, as LG uses its own matrix. The manufacturer knows how to make a "sweetie" for little money. LG 49UK7500 has surpassed its main competitor Samsung UE49NU7100U in terms of the quality of the screen and is kept at the same level in terms of sound quality. In the mid-range segment, 49UK7500 is the best TV. If the budget allows you to take something more expensive, then the best choice would be LG 49SK8500. The manufacturer produces very high-quality equipment in both the budget and premium segments, leaving competitors far behind. Is he better than others? Yes, better.
The best premium TVs
Sony KD-49XF8096
Sony's TV opens the premium segment. Price - . The model includes all modern standards. Screen - 4K. There is a Smart TV on Android. Good sound, two 10W speakers. Supports DVB-S / T2 cards. Built-in light sensor. There is a possibility of voice control. Can record video to external storage. DLNA support. Built-in modules Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Miracast.
Benefits:
- strict, stylish appearance;
- good even backlighting;
- very high quality natural picture, with excellent color reproduction and clear realistic image;
- dynamic scenes work out well;
- the sound is excellent;
- stable Wi-Fi connection;
- Android works well, convenient and simple Smart;
- a large number of connectors.
Disadvantages:
- the plastic stand looks mediocre;
- an external power supply makes it inconvenient for wall mounting;
- the screen display walks freely in the case, forming a gap where dust accumulates over time;
- not all applications for download in the Play Market;
- the remote is not very easy to use;
- headphone jack on the back, not the side.
Sony KD-49XF8096 price - . In this segment, the TV leads all the way, despite the old-fashioned remote control and the plastic stand. The TV is characterized by a bright natural image, high-quality backlighting, excellent sound, and good functionality. Lower competitor prices: LG 49UK6200 – , Samsung UE49NU7100U - 36 thousand. They are slightly inferior to Sony in picture quality, smooth frame change in dynamic scenes. Differ in a smaller number of sockets, lack of an exit under earphones. Samsung TV does not have Bluetooth, it loses a little in sound. But LG 49UK6200 has a more uniform backlighting, although because of this, a thicker matrix. It can be argued that the Sony KD-49XF8096 is one of the best options in this size range, although it has a significant price compared to competitors.
Samsung QE49Q6FNA
Model Price - . 4K screen with QLED matrix. There is a Smart TV that runs on the Tizen operating system, like other Samsung TVs. The choice of applications in the system is sufficient. DVB-S / T2 cards are supported. Many popular video extensions are not supported. Built-in DLNA function. You can record screen videos to external storage. Supports IPv6 network protocol and 360 VR video.
Benefits:
- 5 GHz Wi-Fi;
- power of iron;
- great design with thin bezels;
- good sound;
- excellent image clarity and color reproduction;
- perfect blackout with true black color;
- No color distortion when changing the viewing angle.
Disadvantages:
- no support for DTS decoder sound, many multimedia formats;
- inconvenient control panel.
The TV shows a very decent picture quality that is comparable to Sony KD-49XF9005 behind and even surpasses its competitor in terms of picture juiciness. Another plus is the built-in subwoofer. There are no problems with vibration and rattling when sounding at low frequencies, as is the case in cheaper models, for example, in TCL L50P6US. It goes without saying when you don’t give per device, and all 60 thousand or more. Samsung put a lot of emphasis on a quality picture and guessed it - this is its biggest advantage over its competitors. Pleased with very small frames and the overall design of the equipment. With such a great level of screen performance, sound and overall functionality, this TV is well worth the money.
LG 49SK8500
The most expensive TV of all the TOP, its average price is . The matrix has a resolution of 4K, made using technology from LG - NanoCell. Built-in smart TV based on webOS. Supports DVB-S / T2 cards. There is a rare multi-screen function - you can watch two TV channels on one screen at once. There is a DLNA function. You can control your voice.
Benefits:
- fast operating system;
- HDR works fine;
- surround sound without unnecessary purchases;
- beautiful design, small frames;
- Wi-Fi at 5 GHz;
- IPS matrix with high brightness.
Disadvantages:
- in dark scenes in films in the evening, light is still observed;
- sometimes in dynamic scenes there is "blur" in the center of the screen.
In my personal opinion, the LG 49SK8500, firstly, overtook the “younger brother” in all respects - LG 49SK8000 NanoCell; secondly, he surpassed his direct competitor Samsung QE49Q6FNA by the quality of sound, image, by the speed of the system, by the ease of use.For the same parameters, LG bypassed the more expensive Sony KD-49XF9005. Yes, every product cannot be perfect. At the object of review, the processor sometimes does not cope with video processing in dynamic scenes at 4K, but such events rarely occur. Highlights can only be seen in complete darkness, but almost all TVs suffer from this. It can be seen that the product was created with care - the assembly is of high quality, the design is excellent, the TV is stable, the operating system simply “flies”, and this TV is very convenient to use. For this price, everyone should show a high level of quality. Like the Samsung QE49Q6FNA, LG shows a great product and leaves the competition behind.
