The figure "49 inches" is not immediately impressive - but if we translate it into a more familiar metric system, it’s a whole meter and a quarter! Such TVs are already large enough to please the owner with a beautiful picture, but at the same time they can be built into a small room without any problems.
Our rating contains the best TVs of 2020 with a diagonal of 49 inches, arranged taking into account the popularity, reviews and ratings on the Yandex.Market website. It can also help you in choosing a TV ranking of the best 32-inch models and 40-43 inch models.
10. Philips 50PUS6504
- 4K UHD (3840 × 2160), HDR
- screen diagonal 49.5 ", TFT VA
- screen refresh rate 60 Hz
- Smart TV (SAPHI), Wi-Fi
- sound power 20 W (2x10 W)
- backlight type: Direct LED
- support DVB-T2
- HDMI x3, USB x2, 802.11n, Ethernet
- wall mount (VESA) 200 × 200 mm
- 1128x676x245 mm, 11.5 kg
This TV is very comfortable to watch movies with 4K UHD (3,840 x 2,160) resolution for the sharpest images possible, and with HDR 10+ support, color, contrast and brightness can be adjusted frame by frame. Everything will look more natural and realistic.
Philips 50PUS6504 supports Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. Thus, you can enjoy not only crystal clear images, but also perfectly tuned sound.
With Saphi Smart TV, you will have access to hundreds of movies and TV series. Just download your favorite apps, browse the web or use the many built-in Smart TV features.
pros: turns on and works quickly and without stuttering, there is child protection and 24p True Cinema (the ability to watch movies at 24, not 25 frames per second), the remote has a YouTube power button.
Minuses: for the brightness of the picture to be uniform, you have to sit directly opposite the TV, and when you change the viewing angle, the picture darkens.
9. Sony KDL-49WF805
- 1080p Full HD (1920 × 1080), HDR
- screen diagonal 48.5 ″
- screen refresh rate 50 Hz
- Smart TV (Android), Wi-Fi
- sound power 10 W (2x5 W)
- backlight type: Edge LED
- support DVB-T2
- HDMI x4, USB x3, Bluetooth, 802.11ac, Ethernet, Miracast
- wall mount (VESA) 200 × 200 mm
- 1101x705x268 mm, 12.3 kg
Although this high-quality 49-inch TV from a well-known Japanese manufacturer does not have an impressive 4K resolution, it has earned a high rating on Yandex.Market, thanks to its convenient voice control, smart Android smart TV, and excellent picture quality with natural colors and a large margin of brightness.
The sound of the KDL-49WF805 model is not bad, although it cannot be compared with the capabilities of a home theater, but it cannot be called flat either. And with support for 400Hz Motionflow XR technology, you can enjoy smooth, crisp details even in fast-moving scenes.
pros: many ports, easily install and uninstall any applications you need.
Minuses: To make you happy with the brightness and clarity of this TV, you need to sit across from it.
8. Sony KD-49XG7096
- 4K UHD (3840 × 2160), HDR
- screen diagonal 48.5 ″
- screen refresh rate 50 Hz
- Smart TV (Linux), Wi-Fi
- sound power 20 W (2x10 W)
- backlight type: Edge LED
- support DVB-T2
- HDMI x3, USB x3, 802.11n, Ethernet
- wall mount (VESA) 300 × 200 mm
- 1101x704x260 mm, 12.5 kg
Here are three pillars on which the success of this model with Russian users rests:
- Juicy, gorgeous picture with good upscaling. The KD-49XG7096 offers high contrast and perfect black uniformity, so it looks great in dark rooms. It has very wide viewing angles, which is suitable for viewing from different angles. And support for Motionflow technology adds smoothness to scenes with fast moving objects.
- A very convenient remote control that is pleasant to just hold in your hands.
- Great sound, Clear Audio function eliminates wheezing and noise.And if you set the speaker volume to maximum, disgruntled neighbors may come to you and complain: "Too loud!"
pros: Slim, high-quality build, flawless sound and picture according to user reviews, intuitive menu.
Minuses: Uneven backlight is visible in complete darkness.
7. Xiaomi Mi TV 4S 50
- 4K UHD (3840 × 2160), HDR
- screen diagonal 49.5 ″, TFT IPS
- screen refresh rate 50 Hz
- Smart TV (Android), Wi-Fi
- sound power 16 W (2x8 W)
- backlight type: Direct LED
- HDMI x3, USB x2, Bluetooth, 802.11ac, Ethernet
- wall mount (VESA) 300 × 200 mm
- 1122x700x285 mm, 10.58 kg
This is one of the most inexpensive 49-inch 4K TVs. It is specially designed for all those who love audiovisual content, be it your favorite TV series or video games.
Like more expensive models, the TV from Xiaomi can play multimedia content from USB-drives and is equipped with a built-in digital tuner. Plus, it has voice control so you can easily find what you need. And the stylish design of both the TV itself and its remote control makes it easy to fit the device into any interior.
pros: 24p True Cinema support, fast interface, beautiful design with minimal bezels, convenient remote control.
Minuses: at maximum volume, the sound is not perfect, although at medium volume it is very good (and even tries to give out bass), low maximum brightness.
6. QLED Samsung The Serif QE49LS01TBU
- 4K UHD (3840 × 2160), HDR
- screen diagonal 49 ″
- screen refresh rate 200 Hz
- Smart TV (Tizen), Wi-Fi
- support DVB-T2
- QLED technology
- HDMI x4, USB x2, Bluetooth, 802.11ac, Ethernet, Miracast
- 1120x1161x475 mm, 21.9 kg
If you're looking for a TV that fits perfectly into your quirkiest décor, then Samsung The Serif is a great choice. When not enabled, Ambient Mode acts as a customizable screensaver, transforming the TV into a huge picture.
This model has an upscaling function that automatically upscales everything you watch to 4K, restoring and sharpening details and adjusting variations in brightness or color. Plus, 100% Color Volume delivers over a billion colors in all lighting levels for lifelike high-contrast images regardless of brightness.
Moreover, Samsung The Serif has a high refresh rate - 200 Hz - which many will envy gaming monitors, will delight you with great surround sound from four speakers with a total power of 40W, supports 360VR cameras and has IPv6 support, which turns it into a computer TV when you plug in a network cable.
pros: comfortable remote control, solid stand included, high-quality assembly.
Minuses: price, no wall mount, USB ports on the back, which is not very convenient.
5. LG 49UM7450
- 4K UHD (3840 × 2160), HDR
- screen diagonal 49 ″
- screen refresh rate 50 Hz
- Smart TV (webOS), Wi-Fi
- sound power 20 W (2x10 W)
- backlight type: Direct LED
- support DVB-T2
- HDMI x3, USB x2, Bluetooth, 802.11ac, Ethernet, Miracast
- wall mount (VESA) 300 × 300 mm
- 1110x704x250 mm, 12.2 kg
The model from the South Korean giant LG opens the top 5 best 49-inch TVs by price and reviews. This is a relatively new TV, last year's edition, built on the basis of a direct backlit IPS matrix.
Its brightness margin is small, so HDR does not work optimally by default. But this disadvantage can be compensated for using a special Active HDR mode, which automatically adjusts the brightness for each individual scene. As a result, the LG 49UM7450 has a very decent picture. However, if you close all the doors tightly, curtain all the windows and watch a movie in the middle of the night, illumination defects may appear on the screen - light in some places and the notorious "gray black". But ask yourself: How often do you do this?
The appearance of the LG 49UM7450 is excellent: almost indistinguishable frames and an elegant moon-shaped stand, which (compared to the previous generation) have been made flatter and more stable. But it was not possible to achieve complete immobility, so be careful, the TV can move not only the playful arms of the child, but also the jump of the pet. The safest way is to hang it on the wall, but not close to it, since some of the connectors are on the back.
The smart features of the TV are pleasantly impressive.ThinQ AI can communicate with other "smart" devices, search the Internet, understand voice commands, and can integrate with a smartphone. And the LG Store is full of apps to make your smart TV experience even more enjoyable.
pros: voice control, good picture quality, noise reduction system allows you to watch old movies in good quality.
Minuses: no for its price level.
4. LG 49UM7090
- 4K UHD (3840 × 2160), HDR
- screen diagonal 49 ″, TFT IPS
- screen refresh rate 50 Hz
- Smart TV (webOS), Wi-Fi
- sound power 20 W (2x10 W)
- backlight type: Direct LED
- support DVB-T2
- HDMI x3, USB x2, Bluetooth, 802.11ac, Ethernet, Miracast
- 1110x705x225 mm
According to the owners of this model, the picture of the LG 49UM7090 is excellent, and the direct LED backlight provides an excellent even background without flare or white dots. And the IPS panel has an extended color gamut, so colors are vibrant, vivid and vibrant.
The "mind" of the latest generation TV, quick-witted, quick-grasping commands and capable of playing videos with popular codecs. It's nice that already from the factory LG 49UM7090 comes with a full set of various content, including access to major streaming services.
The remote control of this TV cannot be called friendly to those who are familiar with technology because of the large number of buttons. A more advanced version, LG Magic Remote, alas, belongs to a less budget line. However, as attentive users have noticed, in terms of functionality, the L-Con (the current remote) is in no way inferior to its more sophisticated counterpart, and the TV supports Bluetooth. So, if you wish, you can replace it with a more modern one with a slight movement of your hand, for a fee, of course.
The main drawback of the model is the rear-facing speakers. This constructive solution has led to a dull sound and bass, which can cause a deep depression in the music lover. These problems are treated by the presence of a third-party acoustic device (soundbar or decent speakers).
pros: picture, viewing angles, works quickly and without glitches.
Minuses: sound.
3. Samsung UE50RU7170U
- 4K UHD (3840 × 2160), HDR
- screen diagonal 49.5 ″
- screen refresh rate 100 Hz
- Smart TV, Wi-Fi
- sound power 20 W (2x10 W)
- support DVB-T2
- HDMI x3, USB x2, Bluetooth, Ethernet, Miracast
- wall mount (VESA) 200 × 200 mm
- 1125x729x261 mm, 13.9 kg
Samsung UE50RU7170U belongs to the class of relatively budget TVs with VA matrix. This means that by default these TVs have high brightness and contrast, excellent blacks, and they can be watched in the dark without the fear of dark colors turning to gray.
True, in pursuit of a low price tag, the creators of the model had to sacrifice something. For example, the device lacks a local dimming system, and its native brightness is not sufficient for flawless HDR performance.
Like other VA TVs, the Samsung UE50RU7170U is best viewed sitting directly opposite. When viewed from an angle, the image loses clarity, and the larger the angle, the worse the picture. But, if you plan to watch TV alone or together, these viewing angles are quite enough for a comfortable viewing.
Like other models in this series, Samsung requires a wide cabinet for itself, since its stand has a downright royal scope. On the back of the case there are special guides along which you can lay the cable, and on the legs there are clamps so that the wires do not dangle.
Samsung UE50RU7170U is a smart TV, its OS is nimble, productive and very easy to use. However, voice control is only available for more expensive models.
pros: versatility, image quality.
Minuses: small viewing angles.
2. QLED Samsung QE49Q70RAU
- 4K UHD (3840 × 2160), HDR
- screen diagonal 48.5 ", TFT VA
- screen refresh rate 100 Hz
- Smart TV (Tizen), Wi-Fi
- sound power 40 W (1x20 + 2x10 W)
- support DVB-T2
- QLED technology
- HDMI x4, USB x2, Bluetooth, Ethernet, Miracast
- wall mount (VESA) 200 × 200 mm
- 1095x708x248 mm, 14.1 kg
This is one of the best TVs from Samsung with a diagonal of 48.5 inches. It has a VA matrix that, at 4K resolution, boasts excellent contrast and impressive brightness at maximum. So the QE49Q70RAU can be safely placed in both dark and light rooms, the picture will be excellent both there and there.Local dimming technology is responsible for the depth of black, and the color range of the TV is such that it is expensive to watch.
At 120Hz, the QE49Q70RAU has a low response time that gamers will appreciate. Not only that, the device has another system that reduces the motion blur created by the subject (the so-called black frame insertion). At the same time, the QE49Q70RAU is compatible and supports AMD FreeSync variable refresh rate technology, so the gameplay with such a TV is sheer pleasure.
As for the appearance, the design of the model from Samsung is excellent. The TV stand is strong, reliable, but requires a separate stand with a large surface. The back is made of high quality plastic, which has cable management guides so that they do not offend their confusion. In addition, the back of each leg is hollow so that the cable can run down it without spoiling the aesthetic experience of the TV. All this, of course, is good, but the location of the connectors on the back makes life difficult for those who like to hang a blue screen on the wall.
The main drawback of the QE49Q70RAU is the viewing angles; however, this is to be expected from a TV with a VA panel. The image loses clarity when viewed at an angle (gamma changes, blackness increases). In general, if you are buying a TV for sharing with several relatives, the QE49Q70RAU is not the best choice.
pros: low response time, motion transmission, black looks like black even in dark room.
Minuses: poor viewing angle.
1. LG 49UN74006LA
- 4K UHD (3840 × 2160), HDR
- screen diagonal 49 ″, TFT IPS
- screen refresh rate 50 Hz
- Smart TV (webOS), Wi-Fi
- sound power 20 W (2x10 W)
- backlight type: Direct LED
- support DVB-T2
- HDMI x3, USB x2, Bluetooth, 802.11ac, Ethernet, Miracast
- wall mount (VESA) 300 × 300 mm
- 1110x704x249 mm, 12.2 kg
For an inexpensive 49-inch TV, check out the LG 49UN74006LA. It looks stylish and solid, and the crescent-shaped stand gives special elegance. It is not too wide, so unlike the second place in the rating, LG 49UN74006LA can be placed even on a narrow surface.
The model is equipped with an IPS panel, which does not differ in both high contrast and deep blacks. There is also no local dimming function on the TV, so dark colors look grayish in low light. However, these shortcomings are visible only in the dark with the curtains drawn, and they are redeemed with more than good viewing angles (one of the advantages of IPS matrices). In addition, the factory setting reproduces colors very well, so we advise you not to touch it.
Thanks to excellent scaling, both 4K and Full HD will look great on LG 49UN74006LA, and even some ancient video in 480. We add that despite the declared refresh rate of 50 Hz, the real response time is low (in the and called - Game).
In general, this is a solid universal TV, which is quite suitable for watching movies and TV shows, and for playing games. True, inveterate moviegoers are likely to pay attention to the shortcomings of black and problems with HDR, and inveterate gamers to the lack of technology with a variable refresh rate.
pros: versatility, build quality, comfortable stand.
Minuses: falls short of ideal in terms of both black depth and playability.