The 5 Best 48-49-50 Inch TVs Of 2022 [Buyer’s Guide ]

In this article, we’re going to look at the Top 5 Best 48-49-50 Inch TVs Of 2022. We made this list based on our own opinion, research, and customer reviews. We’ve considered their quality, features, and values when narrowing down the best choices possible.

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So, here are the Top 5 Best 48-49-50 Inch TVs Of 2022.

#1. LG OLED48C1PUB

The best 48 inch OLED TV we’ve tested is the LG OLED48C1PUB. It provides excellent all-around performance and has features that are good whether you’re playing video games or just sitting back to watch your favorite show. OLED TVs are unique because they can turn off each individual pixel, resulting in a near-infinite contrast ratio and perfect black uniformity, which is fantastic for dark room viewing.

If you’re a gamer, you’ll enjoy the responsive gaming experience on this TV. It has low input lag, so you won’t notice any delay when gaming and your actions will appear on-screen almost instantly. OLEDs also have a near-instantaneous response time, so motion looks smooth. You can take full advantage of the Xbox Series X and PS5 thanks to the HDMI 2.1 bandwidth for 4k @ 120 fps gaming and variable refresh rate (VRR) support. If you simply want to stream your favorite movies, the built-in LG webOS is easy-to-use.

#2. Samsung QN50QN90AAFXZA

The Samsung QN60QN90AAFXZA is the best 50 inch TV with an LED panel. If you’re worried about the permanent burn-in risk associated with OLED displays, LED TVs appear to be immune to it, so you can leave it on your channel all day and not have to worry about damaging the screen. We tested the 55 inch variant of this TV, and the results are also valid for the 50 inch version.

Although LED TVs don’t have the same near-infinite contrast as OLEDs, it still performs well in bright and dark environments. Its VA panel has a high contrast ratio and, combined with its Mini LED local dimming feature, it displays deep blacks with minimal blooming around bright objects. Even in a well-lit room, glare won’t be an issue because it has fantastic reflection handling and has exceptional peak brightness in SDR. Fans of HDR movies will appreciate the wide color gamut and the high peak brightness in HDR, enough to make highlights pop, but it doesn’t support Dolby Vision.

#3. SONY KD-50X85J

If you don’t want to spend a ton of money on a 50 inch LED TV, look into the Sony KD-50X85J. It doesn’t have as many of the same features that the Samsung QN90A QLED has, but it has HDMI 2.1 bandwidth and it has VRR support after a firmware update. Although it doesn’t have Mini LED backlighting, picture quality still looks good as it gets bright and the VA panel delivers deep blacks, but there’s no local dimming feature to improve the contrast. The built-in Android TV is easy-to-use, and our unit has fantastic out-of-the-box accuracy. Sadly, like most VA panel TVs, it has narrow viewing angles, and the image looks washed out from the sides, and it’s not ideal for wide seating areas.

If you want the best 50 inch TV with an LED panel, the Samsung is a great choice, but if you prefer something cheaper, then look into the Sony. We tested the 55 inch model of the Sony, and our results also apply to the 50 inch variant.

#4. Hisense 50U6G

The best 50 inch smart TV in the budget category is the Hisense 50U6G. It’s a great TV for the price, and it delivers excellent value compared to more expensive options. It runs the Android TV smart interface, which is easy-to-use and has a great selection of additional streaming channels, so you’re sure to find your favorite streaming service. We tested the 65 inch model, and our results are also valid for the 50 inch variant as it uses the same panel.

It’s great for watching movies in a dark room, with excellent contrast and outstanding black uniformity, and it has a decent local dimming feature to improve contrast. It’s also great for gaming, with a fast response time and low input lag, but it doesn’t support advanced gaming features like VRR or HDMI 2.1 bandwidth, so it’s not the best choice for Xbox Series X or PS5 gamers. It upscales low-resolution content well, and it has great peak brightness and decent reflection handling, making it a great choice for watching TV shows in a bright room.

#5. VIZIO M50Q7-J01

If you prefer a few more gaming features, then check out the Vizio M50Q7-J01. It’s not as bright as the Hisense U6G, and it has a worse local dimming feature, so it’s not as good in a bright room, but it has more advanced gaming features that make it a better choice for some gamers. It supports FreeSync VRR, which reduces tearing in some games. It has fantastic low input lag for a responsive gaming experience, and a good response time, making it a great choice overall for gaming. However, it has a 60Hz refresh rate and is limited to HDMI 2.0 bandwidth, so you can’t use it for high-frame-rate gaming. Sadly, its smart features are limited, as it has a limited selection of streaming channels and no way to add new ones.

If you’re on a budget and want the best 50 inch TV, the Hisense performs well both in dark and well-lit rooms. If you prefer something with VRR support, then check out the Vizio. We tested the 55 inch Vizio, and the 50 inch variant should perform the same.