Although the market is flooded with TV models, most manufacturers focus more on budget to high-end options, so finding a decent, cheap model can be challenging. There are still a few okay TVs available for under $300, but there are a few compromises by going with a cheaper model. You won't be able to find any ultra-large TVs at this price point; most TVs at this price point are 55-inch or smaller. You also won't find the latest and greatest gaming features, so while most of these are fine for casual gaming, competitive online gamers should look elsewhere.
Below are our picks for the best TVs under $300 that are available for purchase. If your budget is more flexible, see our recommendations for the best smart TVs, the best budget TVs, and the best TVs under $500, or vote on which ones you want us to buy and test. To learn about the new models that will be available soon, check out our 2026 TV lineup page.
We buy and test dozens of TVs yearly, taking an objective, data-driven approach to deliver results you can trust. Our testing process is complex, with hundreds of individual tests that take over a week to complete. Most of our tests use specially designed test patterns that mimic real content, but we also use the same sources you have at home to ensure our results match the real-world experience. We use two main tools for our testing: a Colorimetry Research CR-100 colorimeter and a CR-250 spectroradiometer.
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Best TV Under $300
Mixed UsageHome TheaterBright RoomSportsGamingBrightnessBlack LevelColorMotion HandlingGame Mode ResponsivenessProcessing (In Development)Resolution:4kNative Refresh Rate:60HzScreen Finish:GlossyPanel Type:LCDSub-Type:VADolby Vision:YesSee all our test resultsSizes:50" 55" 65" 75" 85" 100"The 50-inch Hisense QD7QF is the best TV under $300 we've tested, and you can sometimes find the 55-inch for just under $300 when it's on sale. You won't find top-tier image quality at this price, but this TV actually looks alright. It's one of the only TVs at this price point to feature local dimming, which improves contrast in dark rooms by dimming the backlight in zones. It's bright enough to overcome some glare in a bright room, but if you have windows or lights directly opposite the TV, you'll still see them.
The Hisense comes equipped with the Fire TV OS, which supports a few smart features like voice control, and has a ton of streaming apps available to download, so you can quickly find your favorite streaming content. It's also one of the few models at this price point to offer some gaming features, including VRR to reduce screen tearing. It also has a high refresh rate mode to improve how smooth motion looks, but it does this by dropping the resolution, so the image isn't as sharp. Still, this is a great feature for console gamers, and it's a rare bonus on a TV this cheap.
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Best Value TV For Under $300
Mixed UsageHome TheaterBright RoomSportsGamingBrightnessBlack LevelColorMotion HandlingGame Mode ResponsivenessProcessing (In Development)Resolution:4kNative Refresh Rate:60HzScreen Finish:GlossyPanel Type:LCDSub-Type:VADolby Vision:YesSee all our test resultsSizes:43" 50" 55" 65" 75" 85" 100"The 55-inch Hisense QD6QF is a decent choice for those on a very tight budget, as it's the best-value TV under $300. Unlike the Hisense QD7QF, it doesn't have local dimming to deepen blacks, so dark scenes are washed out and look gray. The TV is dimmer as well, but it's just bright enough to handle some glare in a room with a few overhead lights on. However, just like the QD7QF, direct reflections from windows and lamps are very visible on the screen.
It runs the same Fire TV OS as the pricier model, so you still get access to a ton of apps and have some smart features to use. It has the same gaming features too, including VRR support to reduce tearing and a high refresh rate mode with a lower resolution.
Notable Mentions
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TCL 50QM5K:
The 50-inch TCL QM5K is an alternative to the Hisense QD7QF for those who can stretch their budget a bit above $300. The TCL is brighter, has better image processing, displays smoother motion, and supports up to 1440p @ 120Hz with VRR and low input lag. If you can spend a bit more to get the TCL, you end up with a noticeably better TV.
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TCL 55S551G:
The 55-inch TCL S5/S551G is an alternative to the Hisense QD6QF if you care most about gaming performance. The Hisense has noticeably better image quality, but the TCL supports 1080p and 1440p @ 120Hz with VRR and low input lag, making it the better option for those who want to play competitive titles in 120 fps.
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Vizio VQM55C:
The Vizio Mini LED Quantum 4K is a surprisingly decent TV overall, and it sits between the Hisense QD6QF and Hisense QD7QF. It's surprisingly bright and it features a local dimming feature, but the interface is buggy and slow, and it has a limited selection of streaming apps.
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Recent Updates
Jun 16, 2026:
We verified that we're still recommending the best TVs under $300, but made no changes to our picks. We refreshed the text throughout the article and added the Vizio Mini LED Quantum 4K as a Notable Mention.
Mar 19, 2026:
We confirmed the accuracy and availability of our current picks.
Nov 18, 2025:
Replaced the TCL Q651G with the Hisense QD7QF in the 'Best TV Under $300' category, and replaced the Roku Select Series with the Hisense QD6QF in the 'Best Value TV For Under $300' category. We also updated the Notable Mentions.
Sep 04, 2025:
Replaced the Hisense A7N with the TCL Q651G as our top pick. We also updated the Notable Mentions section and refreshed other text throughout the article for clarity.
Apr 16, 2025:
Tweaked some text throughout the article for accuracy.
All Reviews
Our recommendations above are what we think are currently the best televisions under $300 for most people. We factor in the price (a cheaper TV wins over a pricier one if the difference isn't worth it), feedback from our visitors, and availability (no TVs that are difficult to find or almost out of stock everywhere).
If you would like to do the work of choosing yourself, here is a list of all our recent reviews of TVs available under $300. Be careful not to get too caught up in the details. While no TV is perfect, most TVs are great enough to please almost everyone, and the differences are often not noticeable unless you really look for them.