Katarzyna Petru
In 2025, high-end TVs can impress with their picture and sound... but they can just as effectively clean out your wallet. It's no wonder that there is increasing interest in "mid-range" models, which are entering stores with technologies that were until recently reserved for flagships. And this is precisely the trend that Sharp aims at with its new series Aquos Mini-LED JP7000.
The equipment will debut early next month in Europe and the USA, and Sharp promises "a new dimension of affordable picture and sound quality". Prices have not yet been revealed, but the manufacturer suggests they will be enticing. We will have four sizes to choose from: 50”, 55”, 65”, and 75” – everything you need for your living room.
Mini-LED + Quantum Dot for “normal” money
The market for cheap Mini-LEDs is just starting to pick up speed. In China, the Dreame V3000 costs from 3999 yuan (~$428), which is already a great price for such technology. It’s no wonder that many people are waiting for the JP7000 – because Sharp combines:
Mini-LED (more precise dimming zones, higher contrast)
Quantum Dots (more natural, richer colors)
Dolby Vision and HDR10
Aquos Smooth Motion for smoother 4K
In practice, this means: contrast, colors, and HDR that a regular LCD cannot deliver.
But there is one downside: 60 Hz
The JP7000 offers a refresh rate of 60 Hz, which is a slight disappointment given the rising standard of 120 Hz in the mid-range.
For movies – OK.
For sports – acceptable.
For gamers – quite a no-go.
If someone is looking for an affordable Mini-LED specifically for gaming, it’s better to look at something like the Hisense U7N or Philips MLED910, which cost below a thousand pounds in the UK. Nonetheless – very little has been sacrificed in the JP7000 aside from the higher frequency.
Sound from Harman Kardon and Google TV on board
Sharp adds a solid audio set:
2×12 W
tuning Harman Kardon
Dolby Atmos
On the back, we also have:
2× HDMI (one with eARC)
USB
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
Software? Google TV, which is the best you can get today in smart TVs – fast, comprehensive, with access to all major platforms and thousands of applications.
Almost borderless design
JP7000 looks decidedly modern. Sharp has focused on:
ultra-thin bezels
minimalist aluminum central stand
the "floating image" style
It's the type of television that looks more expensive than its price suggests.
The premiere is just around the corner – perfectly for the holidays
Sharp confirms that Aquos Mini-LED JP7000 will hit stores at the beginning of next month. Will it be a holiday hit? If the price is indeed “affordable,” and the specifications maintain the quality promised on paper – there is a good chance.
Who is this TV for? For those wanting Mini-LED without paying several thousand extra, for viewers of movies and series in HDR, for those who want good picture quality, Google TV, and nice design. However, it is not for demanding gamers (60 Hz)
If you have “a good but not bank-breaking TV for the holidays” on your wish list, then Sharp JP7000 is definitely worth keeping on your radar.
