Sony’s X900F 55-inch 4K TV is $500 off on Amazon

Sony's 55-inch 4K Ultra HD X900F is listed at a historically low price on Amazon. The well-regarded, Alexa-compatible LED TV launched at $1,500, but its price has been steadily sliding down. For most of the year, we've seen it priced at $1,200. Today...

The Best LED TVs Money Can Buy

It’s that time of year again – the time when everyone starts thinking about brand new TV and big screens to watch games, enjoy the holidays, and try out their new consoles with. Obviously 4K is the big new feature to look for, but what other features will you find in the best LED TV of 2016? We’ve got your answers, so let’s look at the top affordable models!

Note on 4K: If you can, always choose a larger screen for 4K. All those pixels will do a lot better job if they have a bit more space to work with, so to speak. 4K differences can be hard to notice on a small TV.

Samsung UN65JU7100 – $2,500

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To be blunt, Samsung makes some of the best HDTVs you can find, both in terms of features and overall durability. We love a lot of different Samsung models, but if you have to pick a favorite it’s this one, which includes a little bit of everything for the people who want a TV that has it all. First, it comes with 4K and 3D capabilities to give you cutting edge imaging in both formats. It comes with smart features and Wi-Fi – a lesser consideration, but great for those who don’t have any set-top boxes. On the other hand, if you have a lot of set-top boxes, then you’ll love the four different HDMI ports and 3 USB ports, which allow you to connect even the most complicated, non-receiver entertainment systems. The “effective” refresh rate, while not important to everyone, is also at a high 240CMR.

You also get a number of choices when it comes to size, from 40-inch to 75-inch models. We chose the 65-inch option as our favorite because 1) that’s probably a lot larger than your current TV and 2) it’s a great size to really enjoy the 4K and 3D content that you might be using.

Vizio M55-C2 – $800 (roughly)

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Okay, we know, $2,500 is a whole lot of money to spend on a TV, even if it can do everything. If your budget is a bit lower, then we suggest this 55-inch Vizio model instead. For around $800 (sellers have different prices for this model), you still get 4K resolution and a 120Hz effective refresh rate: This is ideal if you think of 3D as more of a gimmick and only want that good old ultra resolution. There are smart features here, as well as 5 different HDMI ports to work with and one USB port for attached storage devices, etc.

Otherwise, this model is pretty bare bones, but that adds to the charm if you ask us. Many people already have all the other bells and whistles they want in other devices or setup: They just want a good, easily mounted screen to for their image. This Vizio option works very well in these circumstances. Also note that you have multiple screen sizes to pick from here, too, but if you start going above 65-inch models then they get very, very expensive.

Sharp LC-55UB30U – $1,200

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This Sharp model is somewhere between our first two picks. It has many of the same features that make them all great purchases, including 4K capabilities, a 120z effective refresh rate, and smart features. But what really makes this model stand out is the focus on plenty of input options. Not only do you get multiple HDMI and USB ports, but also options for component, composite, and digital optical audio out. That makes this model a good choice if you have older devices that require more traditional connections that some modern HDTVs just don’t have. If you have needs beyond HDMI, then this TV can probably handle them for you.

The Best LED TV for the World Series

Getting ready for the World Series games, or any of the big holiday bowls quickly coming our way? We’ve got the best LED TVs for top-line sports action, so take a look at the models and see which wins in your book!

Note: All of our picks are 4K TVs. Not all game day content has transitioned over to 4K – at least not yet – so actual difference in the image will depend in the incoming signal. However, it’s nice to have if 4K video is supported, and of course these TVs can handle 4K content from games, Netflix and other sources as well, which is an added bonus.

Samsung UN65JU7100 – $2,500

Samsung un65ju7100

If you’re looking for a masterful game day screen, here it is. This Samsung 4K 3D smart LED TV can handle absolutely anything. It comes with built-in Wi-Fi, 4 HDMI ports, 3 USB ports, and motion parameters designed for sports. If you prefer smart TV features, it features the Samsung platform, and the panel is designed to reduce glare if you’re watching a mid-day game and need a little light in the room. Basically, it’s all here – and we purposely picked a model that’s a couple years old so that the price has fallen to more manageable levels. It’s hard to find all these features on one 65-inch TV that you can get for under $3,000. Oh yeah – the screen is 65 inches too, which plenty of room for to catch every moment of action no matter how many people you invite over.

But we like to be as fair as possible, so let’s take a look at a caveat, too: That 3D compatibility. Let’s face it, you probably don’t need and if you’re mostly interested in the big game day, you may never use it. That means you’re paying for an expensive feature without getting much worth out of it. If you’re thumbs down on 3D, then look for a similar Samsung model that comes without that features…or just keep going down our list.

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Sharp LC55UB30U – $1,200

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Our top Sharp choice is a little smaller than the first Samsung pick with a 55-inch screen, but that’s still plenty of room for an HDTV capable of showing all the action. The full array LED lights will keep everything bright and vibrant, and this 4K TV comes with just about every possible input that you could want, including 2 USB, 4 HDMI, component, composite, Ethernet, digital optical audio, and more.

With a smaller screen and no 3D technology, you’ll notice that the price is also a lot lower, making this screen particularly affordable compared to its competitors. We’re also fans of that low base which doesn’t waste any room and makes placement a little easier.

On the downside, the refresh is a native 60Hz which can be boosted by internal software – a lower number than many modern HDTVs and by far the lowest on our list. That means the action might not be quite as smooth for the fastest scenes, plays or hits. Fortunately the different to the human eye is often minimal, especially when the other specs are so good.

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Samsung UN55JS8500 – $1,442

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Yes, another Samsung! What can we say, Samsung makes great gaming day TVs – in this case, that means a 55-inch 4K smart TV with built-in Wi-Fi, an effective refresh rate of 240CMR, and 3D capabilities that include a pair of glasses. When it comes to inputs, you have several HDMI and USB ports to work with. In fact, you’ll notice that this TV looks a whole lot like our first Samsung pick, except with a smaller screen and lower price. This model focuses a little more on brightness and the 3D aspect than our top Samsung pick, so it’s a matter of what’s more important to you (or what you think looks the best).

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