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Great value TVs you’ll want in your living room
Published Jan 15, 2026 • Updated Sep 3, 2026 - 4 min read
You can get a feature-packed TV with 4K picture quality, smart streaming apps and even big-screen sizes without paying premium prices. The Good Guys range includes budget-friendly options from leading brands, plus models with voice control, internet browsing and cinema-style extras.
Key takeaways from this article
Cheap TVs can still deliver 4K, streaming apps and smart features.
Mid-range models suit movies, sport and gaming without the high price.
Big-screen options can include 75-inch and 85-inch TVs on a budget.
Look for Dolby Vision, voice control and screen mirroring for extra value.
The Good Guys stocks budget TVs from brands like Samsung, LG and Hisense.
A quality TV is one of life’s great pleasures and, thankfully, you don’t need the spending power of a Hollywood star to install a smart TV in your living room. The secret is to start your search at The Good Guys, where you can snap up a budget friendly TV with stunning 4K picture quality, easy access to streaming platforms, such as Netflix, Kayo, Stan and Disney Plus, and internet browsing.
Desperate for a big screen TV? Maybe a 75-inch or 85-inch? You can even find budget friendly big screen TVs with the latest technology and features, so your TV will be the envy of family and friends.
Are budget TVs good?
The short answer is absolutely! Mid-range or budget friendly TVs offer many top features you’d expect to find only in high-end smart TVs. So if you’re a movie buff, sports fanatic or gamer, there is definitely a TV that ticks all your boxes. We’re talking about 4K picture quality, apps for streaming, voice controls, internet browsing and more. It’s just a matter of doing your research and deciding on the TV that’s right for you. Shopping for a TV on a budget doesn’t mean you need to skimp on features or the latest technology. Stunning 4K picture quality; deep colours and blacker blacks; viewing modes for Sport and Gaming; built-in apps for streaming movies, TV shows and sport; internet access for browsing the latest news - you can find all these features in lower-priced TVs.
“Stunning 4K picture quality; deep colours and blacker blacks; viewing modes for Sport and Gaming; built-in apps for streaming movies, TV shows and sport - you can find all these features in lower priced TVs.”
Who makes the best budget friendly TVs?
Looking for the best budget TVs? From Samsung to Sony, LG, Hisense, TCL, Toshiba and Sharp, the world’s leading television manufacturers all make TVs that boast the latest technology to suit every budget. Voice controls, such as Alexa and Google Assistant, smartphone screen mirroring, 4K picture quality, streaming access through built-in apps to watch thousands of movies and TV shows on platforms including Netflix, Kayo, Stan, Binge, Disney Plus and Apple TV, and internet searching are among the features that can be found in cheap TV models.
The impressive sleek and slimline designs of high-end TVs are also available throughout the ranges, so your home will boast a striking TV that still delivers the wow factor without the large price tag.
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Who makes the best budget friendly big screen TVs?
Want the biggest TV you can get without blowing your budget? The great news is you’ve got plenty of options, including from Samsung, LG, Hisense, Toshiba and Linsar also have great lower priced options to choose from.
Standout features to look for are slimline designs (looks are important, after all); Dolby Vision - which enhances colour and adjusts to the lighting in your home for a cinema-like experience; voice controls; built-in streaming; internet access; and smartphone screen mirroring to play videos or view photos from your phone on your TV. You can get all of these must-have features in cheap big screen TVs.
“There is no need to sacrifice picture quality when buying a big screen TV on a budget,” says Jason. “4K TVs are available across all price ranges and deliver four times the picture quality of Full HD TVs, and by opting for a big screen, the viewing experience is even better. Even if you’re watching an old TV show or movie that has a low resolution, 4K upscaling enhances the quality to deliver it to you in near 4K quality.”
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FAQs
What is 4K upscaling and why does it matter?
4K upscaling is technology that enhances lower-resolution content so it displays at near-4K quality. This means even budget 4K TVs can make older content look sharper and more detailed, especially noticeable on larger screens.
What features should I look for when buying a cheap big-screen TV?
Key things to check for include Dolby Vision (for enhanced colour and lighting adjustment), a slimline design, voice control, built-in streaming apps and smartphone screen mirroring. These features let you get a cinema-like experience on a big screen without paying premium prices.
How much does a budget 4K TV typically cost?
Prices vary by screen size and brand, but budget-friendly 4K TVs start from around $699 for smaller sizes like 65-inch models, while bigger screens such as 85-inch TVs can be found from around $1,299–$1,795, depending on the brand and features included.
Are budget TVs suitable for gaming and watching sport?
Yes. Many budget-friendly models include dedicated Sport and Gaming viewing modes, which adjust picture settings to suit fast-moving action and improve motion clarity. Combined with 4K picture quality and deep colours, this means you don't need a high-end TV to get a great experience for gaming sessions or watching the big game.
Ready to upgrade your home with a feature-packed TV that won’t blow the budget? See us in-store and online to shop best value TVs from top brands including Samsung, LG and Sony.
