9 epic TV deals I recommend buying right now
Top-rated TVs for as little as $269
Whether you're buying your first OLED TV or upgrading to 4K resolution, December is one of the best times of the year to buy a new TV. Most retailers have extended their deals into December, with aggressive discounts we may not see again till the next big retail holiday in February.
Below I've rounded up nine of the best TV deals you can get right now. One of my favorite deals comes courtesy of Best Buy. For a limited time, Best Buy has smart TVs on sale from $49. That's the same starting price that Best Buy offered on Black Friday and it's cheaper than a similar sale from Amazon with starting prices from $64. For more deals, make sure to check out our TV deals guide.
Holiday TV deals — Quick links
- Smart TV sale: deals from $49 @ Best Buy
- Amazon 4-Series 43" Fire 4K TV: was $369 now $269 @ Amazon
- TCL 55" Q5 4K QLED TV: was $449 now $299 @ Best Buy
- Sony Bravia 55" X80K 4K TV: was $699 now $598 @ Amazon
- LG A2 48" 4K OLED TV: was $1,299 now $599 @ Best Buy
- Hisense 55" U8K Mini-LED 4K TV: was $1,099 now $698 @ Amazon
- Roku TV 75" Plus Series 4K QLED TV: was $999 now $899 @ Best Buy
- Sony 55" Bravia XR A75L: was $1,599 now $1,198 @ Amazon
- LG C3 55" 4K OLED: was $1,799 now $1,396 @ Amazon
Best holiday TV deals
TV sale: deals from $49 @ Best Buy
Best Buy has smart TVs on sale for as low as $49. (That's the same starting price we saw on Black Friday). Keep in mind, the cheap TVs tend to be smaller, 1080p models (which are more suitable for a children's room or guest room). However, the sale also includes larger sets. These are among the cheapest TVs we've seen from Best Buy. By comparison, Amazon is offering a similar sale with prices from $64.
Price check: from $64 @ Amazon
Amazon 4-Series 43" Fire 4K TV: was $369 now $269 @ Amazon
If all you need is a compact 4K TV, then Amazon's 4-Series of Fire TVs should be high on your list. It's a less expensive option to the Omni Series, but still offers features like HDR support (HDR10/HLG) and Alexa integration (via the remote control). Plus, it operates on Amazon's Fire OS, which makes streaming your favorite apps easier than ever.
TCL 55" Q5 4K QLED TV: was $449 now $299 @ Best Buy
A QLED for $299? You better believe it. The new TCL Q5 4K QLED TV is a budget TV with plenty of great features. It offers Dolby Vision/HDR10+/HDR10/HLG support, DTS Virtual: X audio, built-in Chromecast, and Amazon Alexa/Google Assistant compatibility. Although the display is just 60Hz natively, Game Accelerator 120 allows for 120Hz VRR at a lower resolution. You also get a bright QLED display for well under $500. This model is a Best Buy exclusive.
Sony Bravia 55" X80K 4K TV: was $699 now $598 @ Amazon
The Sony Bravia X80K TV was already an excellent entry-level model, and at this discounted price it's now an even better value for money. It packs solid picture quality with low input lag and an excellent Google TV interface. It's not an audio powerhouse, but it's an excellent pick if you're looking for a large TV at a relatively modest price. In fact, we named it one of the best budget TVs you can buy right now.
Price check: $599 @ Best Buy
LG A2 48" 4K OLED TV: was $1,299 now $599 @ Best Buy
Yes, this TV sold for $50 less on Black Friday, but even at $599 it's an epic deal. What makes this a very solid deal is that we like this TV. In our LG A2 OLED review, we said it offers a wonderfully colorful picture and fairly strong audio. It offers Dolby Vision/HDR10/HLG support, LG's webOS platform, and built-in Google Assistant/Amazon Alexa. Console gamers take note: It's a budget model, so you only get a 60Hz panel and three HDMI ports, with no HDMI 2.1 support. Otherwise, it's great for casual gaming and streaming. The 48-inch model is a Best Buy exclusive.
Hisense 55" U8K Mini-LED 4K TV: was $1,099 now $698 @ Amazon
The Hisense U8K Mini-LED TV packs a ton of premium features into a mid-ranged price tag. It's Imax Enhanced-compatible, with support for HDR/HDR 10/HDR 10+, Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. For gamers, this TV offers a 144Hz refresh rate, VRR, ALLM and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro. You also get an ATSC 3.0 tuner, and Hisense promises this TV will reach a peak brightness of 1,500 nits.
Roku TV 75" Plus Series 4K QLED TV: was $999 now $899 @ Best Buy
The Roku Plus Series is an outstanding value. In our Roku Plus Series 4K QLED TV review, we said it offers a great smart interface, HDR color, and excellent sound at an affordable price. It features a QLED screen along with full array local dimming. You also get Dolby Vision/HDR 10 Plus/HLG support, Apple HomeKit/Alexa/Google Assistant support, and four HDMI ports. Gamers take note that while it's reliable for casual play, you only get a 60Hz screen and no HDMI 2.1 support.
Sony 55" Bravia XR A75L: was $1,599 now $1,198 @ Amazon
The Bravia XR A75L is a new (2023) Sony OLED with features designed specifically for PS5 gamers. For instance, it has a 120Hz refresh rate with two HDMI 2.1 ports and 4K/120, VRR, and ALLM support. You also get Auto HDR Tone Mapping and Auto Genre Picture Mode, which optimize picture quality while gaming and streaming on your PS5. Other features include HDR support and built-in Google TV/Google Assistant.
Price check: $1,199 @ Best Buy
LG C3 55" 4K OLED: was $1,899 now $1,396 @ Amazon
This is the TV that has replaced the LG C2 that I bought last year. Released in 2023, the LG C3 is one of the best mid-tier OLED TVs you can buy. In our LG OLED C3 review, we said the Editor's Choice TV delivers perfect blacks, thrilling contrast, and rich, accurate colors at every point across the visual spectrum. It's also perfect for gamers with a suite of Game Optimizer features and a 120Hz refresh rate. It offers Dolby Vision/HDR 10/HLG support, four HDMI 2.1 ports, built-in Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant/Apple HomeKit support, and LG's Magic Remote.
Price check: $1,396 @ Walmart | $1,399 @ Best Buy
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As deals editor-in-chief at Tom’s Guide, Louis is constantly looking for ways to avoid paying full price for the latest gadgets, appliances, and apparel. With over 10 years of deals-hunting experience, Louis price checks against multiple retailers and searches high and low for the best deals to bring readers. He's also always on the look out for the best coupon codes to use when shopping. A born-and-bred New Yorker, Louis is also an avid swimmer and marathoner. His work has appeared on Gizmodo, CNET, and Time Out New York.