4K Smart TV recommendations (42-50inch)
Best 48"-50" TV
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Is 4K worth it on a 50-inch TV?
Although the benefits of 4K resolution are best appreciated on larger TV sets, a 50-inch display is still substantial enough to make 4K worthwhile, especially if you plan to sit close to it.
However, the debate about whether 4K is worth it on a TV this size has become a moot point since major brands no longer sell 50-inch HDTVs. Most HDTV models are now restricted to 43 inches and under. If you're buying a 50-inch or larger TV in 2025, 4K is the standard.
For more 4K display recommendations in multiple sizes, check out our guide to the best 4K TVs.
When will new 50-inch TVs be revealed?
New 50-inch TV models are expected to be unveiled during the CES tech show in Las Vegas from January 6 to 9. CES is traditionally where brands like Samsung, LG, TCL, and Hisense announce their latest display models for the new year. However, new TVs don't typically hit stores until the spring.
Do you need HDMI 2.1 on a 50-inch TV?
Many of the best TVs include HDMI 2.1 ports, but this feature is less common on smaller screen sizes. However, several of our best 50-inch TV picks — the LG C5, Samsung QN90F, and Vizio MQX — do include HDMI 2.1 support, which is useful for gaming enthusiasts.
HDMI 2.1 connections can transmit signals at 4K/120Hz, along with variable refresh rate (VRR) and auto low latency mode (ALLM), when paired with a compatible gaming device, such as a PS5 or PC. These features provide a smooth gaming experience with fast motion, minimal lag, and reduced screen tearing. You can learn more in our guide to the best gaming TVs.
To enable HDMI 2.1 features, all of your home entertainment components must have HDMI 2.1 ports. So if you're hooking up a PS5 to a soundbar connected to your TV, all three devices must support HDMI 2.1. You also need to use ultra-high-speed HDMI cables rated for 48Gbps to pair everything together. Visit our guide to the best HDMI cables for recommendations and more details.
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Hi all, currently in the market for a new smart/streaming TV. I’m interested in upgrading to something smoother and a bit higher picture quality in the 42 inch to 50 inch range (don’t wanna go all the way to 55 because I’m not sure what my wall mount is rated for)
My current Hisense Roku TV toasted itself i think, it’s struggling to turn on and is in a constant boot loop where it barely flashes the logo before turning off. I’m not opposed to buying another brand at all, or even considering a Roku brand TV, I just want people who have owned or know more about these than me to help with recommendations.
I’m not sure what pricing is like on smart tv’s in this category, mine have always either been gifted or on sale. Here’s a few things I’m looking for, but they dont all have to be part of what I buy:
-Display dimming options (even the darkest setting on my current one was so damn bright at night sometimes) -Live TV without cable -Voice remote function -4k compatible HDMI (Unless it happens natively when playing on console) -Manufacturer warranty
Thanks in advance for any replies (:
Edit: I see that we’re not recommending Roku, and yikes. I havent personally experienced anything they’re introducing, but i think that clears the choice for not buying one of their in-house tv’s 😂
As the title says, I'm looking for a new TV in the 48 to 50" size range. Since the smallest size for a lot of TV's is 55", I'm not quite sure what the best option is for me. I first thought of the LG C4, but apparently the smaller sizes use a different pannel that does not get so bright as the 55" and bigger sizes? Then I looked at the S90D and the B4, I read something bout the C4 and B4 not being bright enough and are nearly identical except for content upscaling? And that both have better software than the S90D but that one does get a lot brighter... I just feel a bit lost at the moment.
I will use it for watching movies and TV shows 95% of the time, a lot of that content won't be native 4k quality. My room is not super bright, no direct sunlight will ever hit the sceeen. But I don't really know how to interpret this when looking at brightness.
I'm comming from a 42" full HD LCD TV from Sony that's 12 years old. So anything from above will already be a massive upgrade... I'm I over thinking this?
Hi i need a recommendation for a good 50 inch tv. I saw this one on best buy, https://www.bestbuy.com/product/samsung-50-class-u7900-series-uhd-4k-smart-tizen-tv-2025/6632320?sb_share_source=PDP ,and was interested solely on the fact that it utilizes local dimming arrays but i cannot find any info on it a good recommendation would be nice thank you