The best TVs under $500 are a lot better than you'd expect them to be. Years ago, spending $500 on a new TV might only get you 1080p resolution and a 40-inch screen. These days, it's definitely possible to score a 55-inch or even a 65-inch 4K smart TV for less money and with much better performance.

For that reason, I recommend that everyone check out the Hisense U65QF and TCL QM6K, two exceptional Mini-LED TVs with great contrast, color volume and brightness. You won't believe how good they look for the price.

If you want something that's a little simpler to use, the Roku Plus Series delivers great bang for your buck and it comes with the ultra intuitive Roku smart TV platform. You can't go wrong if you just want something simple.

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