42-inch TVs – Test Rankings

Available screen sizes: 43”, 50”, 55”, 65”, 75”

Technology: LCD VA, White LED

Brand: PHILIPS

Verdict:

If you are looking for a specific reason to buy the Philips PUS7000, it is essentially just the price. This model is meant to be primarily inexpensive, and it fulfills that role perfectly. It could be a decent choice for someone who is still using an old Full HD screen and wants to finally switch to 4K without emptying their wallet. Interestingly, even though this is a "budget 60 Hz" model, Philip...

Available screen sizes: 43”, 50”, 55”, 65”, 85”, 100”

Technology: LCD VA, PFS LED

Brand: HISENSE

Verdict:

The Hisense E7Q PRO is a television that clearly shows where the manufacturer has set its priorities. It is not a model focused on impressive HDR or cinematic fireworks in a dark living room. This is equipment tailored for universal use, with a strong emphasis on gaming and everyday streaming content viewing at a very attractive price. The biggest disappointment remains the abandonment of local di...

Available screen sizes: 43”, 65”, 86”

Technology: LCD IPS, Mini-LED PFS LED

Brand: LG

Verdict:

The QNED80A variant based on IPS technology targets a completely different audience. If you are looking for a television for a space where life buzzes all day, and family members watch TV from different spots, this will be a good choice. Wide viewing angles and saturated colors ensure that the picture looks good regardless of whether we are sitting directly in front or at the dining table. Of cour...

Available screen sizes: 43”, 50”, 55”, 65”, 75”, 85”

Technology: LCD VA, White LED

Brand: HISENSE

Available screen sizes: 43”, 50”, 55”, 65”, 75”, 85”

Technology: LCD VA, PFS LED

Brand: TCL

Verdict:

The time has come to gather all observations. The TCL P7K / P79K is a television that cleverly juggles compromises, offering significantly more than we could expect in its price range. Its undeniable advantage is the VA panel, guaranteeing deep blacks and high contrast, and a surprisingly rich package for gamers (with VRR and 120 Hz support at lower resolutions) makes it a phenomenal choice for co...

Available screen sizes: 43”, 50”, 55”, 58”, 65”, 75”, 85”

Technology: LCD VA, PFS LED

Brand: HISENSE

Verdict:

The Hisense E7Q / E79Q is a type of television that doesn't promise miracles – and maybe that's why it can pleasantly surprise. It doesn't try to pretend to be high-end equipment; it simply does its job. If you're looking for a cheap screen for everything that can handle Netflix, a console, and morning YouTube while having coffee, this model makes a lot of sense. The VIDAA system has matured over ...

Available screen sizes: 43”, 50”, 55”, 65”, 75”

Technology: LCD VA, White LED

Brand: TCL

Verdict:

The TCL V6C is a television whose value lies primarily in three elements: the Google TV system, several features useful for gamers, and a very low price. It is the Google TV that is its greatest asset – it provides access to a vast library of applications, from the most popular streaming services to lesser-known programs, and also allows the use of AirPlay, screen mirroring, and voice search. For ...

Available screen sizes: 43”

Technology: LCD IPS, White LED

Brand: LG

Verdict:

The LG UA7500 with an IPS panel also presents itself as a television mainly designed for everyday use. SDR content looks good on it, upscaling and image processing are at quite a decent level, and webOS, as always, offers a lot of freedom – from YouTube to Netflix, as well as USB recording and AirPlay support. Similar to the VA version, here we also find a set of features for gamers that may pleas...

Available screen sizes: 43”, 55”, 65”, 75”, 85”

Technology: LCD IPS, PFS LED

Brand: SONY

Verdict:

Sony Bravia 3 is a television that brings several important improvements over its predecessor, while still staying true to its core. The biggest change is the design – slim bezels and solid metal legs make it look modern and fit much better in a living room than the X75WL. Improved colors thanks to the PFS filter and really good upscaling are also a plus. It is in lower-quality content, especially...

Available screen sizes: 43”, 50”, 55”, 65”, 75”

Technology: LCD VA, PFS LED

Brand: XIAOMI

Verdict:

Xiaomi A Pro 2026 is a television that at first glance doesn’t reveal significant changes compared to its predecessor. Someone might even think it's just a copy of last year's model with a different sticker. And there’s some truth to that, as the main novelty, or rather the only clear difference, is the 120 Hz mode at lower resolutions. It must be acknowledged that this addition really does make a...