Samsung UN50M5300

The Samsung UN50M5300 LED/LCD TV features a 50-inch size LED-edge-lit panel (supported by micro-dimming), 1080p native display resolution, and 60Hz screen refresh rate additionally supported Samsung's wide color enhancer for great looking images. All needed connectivity is provided (including two HDMI, one USB input, one shared component/composite video, and an RF connection) for you to access content from DVD, Blu-ray, and cable/satellite boxes, antenna, as well as flash drives.

Using either Ethernet or Wi-Fi, the UN50M5300 provides access to lots of popular Internet streaming channels such as Netflix, Hulu, and Your, as well as additional streaming services via Samsung's Smart Hub/Smart Apps. If you are looking for a 1080p TV in a 50-inch screen size that offers up both good image quality and practical features, check out the Samsung UN50M5300.

LG 49LK5700PUA

LG is another trusted brand when it comes to making an excellent TV. The LK5700PUA series is our top pick, and it comes in 43-inch and 49-inch models. We’ve considered the 49-inch model here. One thing that sets this Full HD TV apart from a lot of the competition is that LG advertises its support for HDR (specifically HDR10 and HLG), which is mostly seen on 4K Ultra HD TVs.

The LG 49LK5700PUA’s support for HDR and dynamic color will help you get a great image when you’re watching TV and movies. This TV has built-in Wi-Fi and an Ethernet port, two HDMI ports, and has one USB port. For audio, it has two 10W speakers and features simulated surround, though it can easily be set up with LG’s sound bars for an improved audio experience.

Sony W650D

Sony’s W650D isn’t just a good-looker because it has a big, Full HD display. The design of the TV makes it worthy of its place in your living room or den. The Sony W650D comes in either a 40-inch or 48-inch model, and we’ll consider the larger version (Sony KDL-48W650D) here.

The Sony W650D has narrow bezels, a slim build, and a minimalistic stand, so the TV’s picture can really stand out. Plus, with cable routing on the back, you can even hide the various HDMI, USB, and other cables that will be running into the back of the TV. And, with two HDMI ports, two USB ports, an ethernet port, and more, you’ll probably want to take advantage of that cable routing. The W650D does have smart features, including support for streaming apps, screen mirror using Miracast, and built-in Wi-Fi.

TCL 49S305

TCL is another brand putting a lot of effort into turning out high-value TVs, and that’s seen clearly in the 3 Series of Smart TVs, which range from 28 inches to 49 inches in size. We’ve picked out the large TCL 49S305 for consideration.
The 49-inch TCL 49S305 is a Roku Smart TV, which means that without adding on extra hardware, you’ll be able to use a wireless Internet connection to stream video from a huge selection of Roku’s supported streaming channels, including popular ones such as Netflix, Hulu, HBO Now, and a whole lot more. With dual-band Wi-Fi, you can count on a fast and steady wireless connection for your streaming as well.

Hisense 40H5080E

Hisense is another budget TV maker, and the cost in savings are showing up in its latest line of H5 series TVs. This flat panel TV includes two 7W speakers and has built-in dual-band Wi-Fi. On top of a screen that’s just 3.4 inches thick, the 40H5080E model weighs under 16 pounds. That will make it much easier to set up at your house without help, and especially easy if you plan to mount it to a wall using the VESA mount support.
You’ll be able to connect the Hisense 40H5080E to plenty of devices with three HDMI ports and one USB port, though the Wi-Fi and Gigabit Ethernet connections might keep you from even needing to. As a bonus, since this one is a bit smaller than a lot of the other picks, its price is also fairly low.