The Best LED & LCD TVs under $230
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LG Simple Smart 24"
★ Top Choice
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From $124.99
Features
- TV with Stand (WxHxD) 21.9" x 5.8" x 15.2" TV without Stand (WxHxD) 21.9" x 2.1" x 13.6".
- 24 Inch Simple Smart LED HD TV.
- Wi-Fi Direct.
- HDMI (x2).
- Screen Share (Miracast & WiDi).
- Wide Viewing Angle Screen.
- TV with Stand weight: 7.5 lbs TV without Stand weight : 7.1 lbs.
Pros
- ⊕ Low latency.
- ⊕ One year warranty.
- ⊕ Has 2 HDMI inputs.
- ⊕ Wide viewing angle.
- ⊕ Miracast and WiDi compatible.
Cons
- ⊖ No USB ports.
- ⊖ No Bluetooth connectivity.
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TCL Roku TV (32-inch)
♥ Runner Up
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From $158.94
Features
- Inputs: 3 HDMI 2.0 with HDCP 2.2 (one with HDMI ARC), 1 USB (media player), RF, Composite, Headphone Jack, Optical Audio Out.
- Dimensions (W x H x D): TV without stand: 28.8 x 17.1 x 3.1 Inches, TV with stand: 28.8 x 19 x 6.8 Inches.
- Compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant.
- 720p HD resolution for a crisp picture. Stand Separation Distance - 21.3 inch.
- Smart functionality delivers all your favorite content with over 500,000 movies and TV episodes, accessible through the simple and intuitive Roku TV.
- Direct lit LED produces great picture quality. USB File Format Compatibility Video MKV (H.264), MP4, MOV (H.264), TS (H.264) Music AAC, MP3, WMA, WAV (PCM), AIFF, FLAC, AC3 Photo JPG, PNG, GIF.
Pros
- ⊕ Nice price.
- ⊕ Roku built in.
- ⊕ 1080p full HD.
- ⊕ Great picture.
- ⊕ Intuitive main menu.
Cons
- ⊖ Not 4K UHD.
- ⊖ Sluggish at times.
- ⊖ Reports of bad screens.
- ⊖ No Bluetooth connectivity.
- ⊖ Remote buttons are plasticky.
Specs
- Weight: 8.6 lbs.
- Platform: Roku OS.
- Speakers: 5 watts.
- Screen Size: 31.5 inches.
- Connectivity Options: Built-in Wi-Fi.
- Product Dimensions: 28.8 x 19 x 6.8 in.
- Screen Resolution: 720 pixels (1366 x 768).
- Compatibility: Alexa, Google Assistant.
- Ports: 3 HDMI, 1 Composite Audio/Video, 1 Digital Optical Audio, Headphone Jack, RF Antenna, 1 USB 2.0.
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VIZIO D-Series 40" HD Smart TV
Best Bang for the Buck
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From $229.95
Features
- 3. Built-in Wi-Fi - Connect with high-speed wireless for easy, clutter-free access to VIZIO Internet Apps Plus.
- 2. Full-Array LED Backlight - Distributes LEDs behind the entire screen delivering superior light uniformity and picture performance.
- 5. 1080p Full HD resolution - Enjoy high-definition TV with a crystal-clear picture.
- 4. Clear Action 240 - Enhanced motion clarity with 60 Hz effective refresh rate and powerful image processing for stunning sharp detail in sports and fast action scenes.
- 1. VIZIO Internet Apps Plus - Instantly enjoy the latest hit movies, TV shows, music and even more premium apps straight from the Internet to your TV.
Pros
- ⊕ Fairly lightweight.
Cons
- ⊖ Base legs seem flimsy.
- ⊖ A few reports of dead pixels.
- ⊖ Limited to full HD resolution.
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TCL 43-Inch 4K Ultra HD Smart Roku LED TV
Best for Lowest Price Possible
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From $229.99
Features
- Inputs: 3 HDMI 2.0 with HDCP 2.2 (one with HDMI ARC), 1 USB (media player), RF, Composite, Headphone Jack, Optical audio Out, Ethernet.
- Dimensions (w x H x D): TV without stand: 38.2 x 22.4 x3 inches, TV with stand: 38.2 inches x 24.5 inches x 7.6 inches.
- Compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant.
- Pairs 4K Ultra HD picture clarity with the contrast, color, and detail of high dynamic range (HDR) for the most lifelike picture.
- Smart Functionality delivers all your favorite content with over 500, 000 movies and TV episodes, accessible through the simple and intuitive Roku TV.
- Direct lit LED produces great picture quality. Panel Resolution 3840 x 2160.
Pros
- ⊕ 4K UHD.
- ⊕ Affordable.
- ⊕ Roku built in.
- ⊕ Voice controls.
- ⊕ Fairly accurate colors.
Cons
- ⊖ Dim panel.
- ⊖ Sound could be better.
- ⊖ No Bluetooth connectivity.
- ⊖ Viewing angles are narrow.
- ⊖ Viewing angles could be better.
Specs
- HDMI Ports: 3.
- Panel Type: LED.
- Streaming Services: Yes.
- Refresh Rate: 60 Hz.
- HDR: HDR-10.
- Contrast Ratio: 3101:1.
- Input Lag (Game Mode): 15.2 ms.
- Screen Size: 43 inches.
- Screen Brightness: 244.02 nits.
- Black Level: 0.04 cd/m^2.
- Resolution: 3,840 by 2,160.
- Video Inputs: Composite, HDMI, RF, USB.
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