Buying a TV can turn into quite a hassle if you don’t know what you’re looking for. For the uninitiated, parameters like refresh rate, VRR, and ALLM can be quite confusing. If your viewing needs are pretty basic, you don’t need to splurge an exorbitant amount of money on a TV with all the top features. There is a plethora of options in the midrange segment that check all the essential boxes. Here are the top 10 Smart TVs you can buy under Rs 40,000 in India.
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Samsung Crystal 4K Vista Pro Ultra (55 inches)
The Samsung Vista Pro Ultra is one of the finest TVs out there right now. Its 55-inch 4K Ultra HD display has a 50Hz refresh rate and supports HDR10+. The Crystal processor seamlessly upscales non-native visuals to a 4K resolution. The 178-degree viewing angle makes sure that everyone in the room gets the ideal view of the content on the screen. In terms of connectivity, this TV offers 3 HDMI ports, 1 USB-A port, 1 RF In port, 1 Satellite tuner, and 1 LAN port. OS duties on this TV are handled by One UI Tizen.
Black and Decker A1 (55 inches)
The Black and Decker A1 TV has a 55-inch 4K Ultra HD display with a 60Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 515 nits. This display supports HDR10+ and upscales non-native visuals to 4K. The TV runs Google TV with Android 14 out of the box. There’s Google Assistant and Chromecast built into the TV. Connectivity options include HDMI 2.1, Bluetooth 5.2, dual-band WiFi, and USB-A. There’s 2GB RAM along with 16GB storage on board. The high-fidelity speakers on this TV produce a well-balanced 36W audio output.
Acer G Plus (55 inches)
The 55-inch model from the Acer G Plus series has a 4K Ultra HD display with a 60Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 350 nits. This display supports HDR10 and has a 178-degree viewing angle that offers the ideal viewing experience from any spot in the room. The PRO-tuned high-fidelity speakers produce a 36W audio output and support Dolby Atmos. The TV remote has hotkeys for Netflix, Prime Video, YouTube, and JioHotstar. With 3 HDMI ports on this TV, you no longer have to unplug the Set Top Box (STB) to connect your gaming console. The 2 USB-A ports can be used to connect a pen drive or an external hard drive.
Acerpure Elevate (65 inches)
The Acerpute Elevate series has one of the finest and most affordable 65-inch TVs in the midrange price bracket. Its 4K Ultra HD display has a 60Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 350 nits. There’s HDR and Dolby Atmos support on board. In terms of connectivity, Elevate offers 3 HDMI 2.0 ports, 2 USB-A 2.0 ports, and an RJ45 port for wired internet. Its remote control has a dedicated button for Google Assistant and hotkeys for OTT platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, and YouTube. The 20W speakers support Dolby Atmos and DTS Studio Surround.
Xiaomi FX (55 inches)
The Xiaomi FX has a 55-inch 4K Ultra HD display with a 60Hz refresh rate, a 16:9 aspect ratio, and a 178-degree viewing angle. It supports DCI-P3 colour gamut, 1.07 billion colours, HDR10, and MEMC Reality Flow. Powering this TV is a quad-core processor that facilitates lag-free streaming and fluid gaming. The remote control has a dedicated button for Alexa and hotkeys for Prime Video, Netflix, and Amazon Music. There are 3 HDMI ports and 2 USB-A ports on board. The 32GB internal storage is large enough to store a plethora of OTT and gaming apps.
Vu Vibe (55 inches)
The Vu Vibe has a 4K QLED display with a 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits of peak brightness. It supports HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision, and MEMC. One of the finest things about this TV is that it has an integrated soundbar on its bottom bezel. It produces an 88W audio output. OS duties on this device are handled by Google TV. The remote control has hotkeys for Netflix and YouTube. On top of that, it has a dedicated WiFi button to quickly access network settings. There are special buttons to toggle picture, sound, and cinema profiles as well.
Philips 8300 (55 inches)
The UHD (3,840 x 2,160p) QLED display of the Philips 8300 has a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 330 nits. There’s support for HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Vision on board. The AI-powered Chameleon PQ engine upgrades the content frame by frame and upscales non-native images to 4K resolution. Designed for gaming, this TV has an Auto Low Latency Mode for instantaneous action with zero lag. The 120Hz refresh rate reduces tears and stutters in the gameplay. There are a total of 5 speakers on this TV, producing a 50W audio output.
Panasonic P Series (50 inches)
The 50-inch variant in Panasonic’s P series has a 4K HDR display with a 60Hz refresh rate. Its bezel-less design makes the viewing experience highly immersive. The 4K colour engine breathes new life into the visuals, upscaling 1080p images to 4K. The HDR10+ support ensures that the visuals have good contrast. This port array of this TV comprises AV input, Satellite In, ANT, USB-A x2, HDMI (eARC), HDMI x2, Optical In, and Ethernet. There’s built-in WiFi along with support for Chromecast and screen mirroring. The dedicated Game Mode unlocks Auto Low Latency Mode.
TCL 4K Ultra (55 inches)
If you need a TV for high-end gaming, check out the TCL 55T8C. This TV has a 55-inch 4K QLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 350 nits. The AiPQ Pro processor renders detailed and vibrant images on the screen. The HVA panel brings a cinematic feel to the viewing experience. For gamers, the ‘Game Master’ feature brings smoother gameplay and next-level graphics. The 144Hz VRR reduces screen tear and stutter. The HDMI 2.1 port is ideal for plugging in a gaming console. On top of that, this TV packs ALLM and Aiming Aid.
Toshiba V (40 inches)
If you’re looking for something affordable, check out the 40-inch variant in Toshiba’s V series lineup. This TV has a 1,920 x 1,080p resolution and a 60Hz refresh rate. There are 2 HDMI ports and 2 USB-A ports on board. Additionally, there is a 3.5mm audio jack to plug in your headphones. The stereo speaker setup produces a 20W audio output. The feature list of this device includes screen sharing, AirPlay, Game Mode, and more.
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Final Thoughts
This wraps up our list of the top 10 Smart TVs in the sub-Rs 40,000 price bracket. If you have some more room in your budget, we recommend checking out Samsung’s Frame series. If you have any questions, let us know in the comments!
