These days, what we'd call "budget TVs" are a much better value than they were even five years ago. You can get a great TV for under $400 with quality features and specs, like great color, contrast, hands-free connectivity, smart TV features, 4K, etc. The Hisense U6 Series ULED TVs are a great example: They are "excellent" TVs, according to PCMag, and have been holding on to the Editors’ Choice award for budget TVs since 2022. And right now, Amazon's running a pretty good sale, making them even more affordable.
Amazon currently has the 55-inch Google Smart TV version for $349.99 (originally $579.99) after a 40% discount, which is the lowest price I've seen. These discounts vary slightly, apply to multiple sizes, and come with either Google or Amazon operating systems, depending on your preference.
55-Inch Google Smart TV $349.99 (originally $579.99) 40% discount
58-Inch Smart Fire TV $349.99 (originally $599.99) 42% discount
65-Inch Smart Fire TV $449.99 (originally $749.99) 40% discount
75-Inch Smart Fire TV $629.99 (originally $1,149.99) 45% discount
Keep in mind that the Google smart TVs are compatible with Alexa. If you're not sure which OS system is better for you, you can read our breakdown of which OS should you choose.