The best time to buy a new TV is right now — here’s why and what models I would buy

TV clearance deals at Best Buy
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While you might think Black Friday or Prime Day is the best time to buy a new TV at a discounted price, as a deals expert, I'd recommend buying a new display right now. Retailers are offering their lowest prices yet as brands like Samsung and LG release their new 2026 models.

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That means you can score clearance prices on existing models, which still include some of our best-rated 4K, QLED, and OLED TVs. Best Buy has some of the best prices right now, and I've rounded up my favorite models on sale that I'd buy with my own money.

You can find premium OLED displays included, like a whopping $1,400 discount on our best-rated TV, LG's 65-inch C5 OLED, bringing the price down to $1,299.99. There are also some fantastic budget TVs, including Samsung's popular 75-inch 4K Crystal TV for an incredible price of $449.99.

Shop more of my top TV picks at Best Buy below, and keep in mind these are limited-time offers. Thanks to 2026 TVs, older models are at risk of being discontinued, so you should take advantage now and buy a new TV at a stunningly low price.

Clearance TV deals that I recommend from Best Buy

LG 48-inch B5 OLED 4K Smart TV
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LG 48-inch B5 OLED 4K Smart TV: was $1,299.99 now $599.99 at Best Buy

The LG B5 is this year's best budget OLED TV, and Best Buy has the 48-inch model on sale for $599.99, thanks to a whopping 54% discount. Released last year, the LG B5 is TechRadar's best budget OLED TV and was awarded four and a half stars in our review. The 48-inch display delivers an exceptional picture with brilliant colors and sharp contrast. You also get excellent gaming features, thanks to the four HDMI 2.1 ports and new AI tools, including AI Search, AI Concierge, and an improved AI Chatbot.

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Toshiba 50-inch C350 4K Fire TV
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Toshiba 50-inch C350 4K Fire TV: was $349.99 now $199.99 at Best Buy

If you're looking for a cheap mid-size TV, Best Buy has the popular 50-inch Toshiba C350 4K Fire TV for an incredible price of $199.99. Toshiba's C350 is a 4K TV with HDR support, delivering solid picture quality for everyday viewing. Access to streaming apps is easy with the Fire TV OS, which has Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video, and more at your fingertips. It's not as powerful as many premium options, but if you're on a tight budget and want a big display, this is an excellent option.

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Insignia 55-inch F50 Series 4K Smart Fire TV
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Insignia 55-inch F50 Series 4K Smart Fire TV : was $349.99 now $199.99 at Best Buy

You can get the best-selling Insignia 55-inch F50 Series 4K TV for an incredible price of $199.99. The Insignia F50 Series TV features 4K HD resolution, DTS Studio Sound, smart capabilities with Fire OS, and a voice remote with hands-free Alexa, so you can use your voice to control your TV.

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LG 65-Inch C5 OLED TV
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LG 65-Inch C5 OLED TV: was $2,699.99 now $1,299.99 at Best Buy

The LG C5 OLED is TechRadar's best-rated TV, and Best Buy has the 65-inch model on sale for $1,299.99, thanks to a whopping $1,400 discount. The five-star OLED display delivers an outstanding picture thanks to LG's Alpha 9 AI processor Gen8, impressive gaming features, and a comprehensive smart platform featuring all-new AI capabilities.

Read our LG C5 OLED review

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Samsung 65-inch S90F OLED TV
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Samsung 65-inch S90F OLED TV: was $2,499.99 now $1,399.99 at Best Buy

Samsung's S90F OLED TV earned five stars in our review, and Best Buy has the 65-inch model on sale for $1,399.99, thanks to a $1,100 discount. The S90F OLED TV delivers an outstanding picture, thanks to quantum dot OLED technology and Samsung's NQ4 AI Gen3 processor. You're also getting extensive gaming features and Samsung's impressive Tizen operating system.

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Samsung 65-inch The Frame Pro QLED TV
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Samsung 65-inch The Frame Pro QLED TV: was $1,899.99 now $1,499.99 at Best Buy

Samsung's 2025 The Frame Pro QLED TV is down to its lowest price yet at Best Buy. The Frame Pro enhances the impact of the popular lifestyle TV by replacing a standard QLED screen with a Neo QLED featuring Mini LEDs for a more compelling viewing experience. It also offers a higher refresh rate and comes with a Wireless One Connect box. Still, it shows works of art when off and is finished with an anti-reflective coating.

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Samsung 65-inch Q6F Series QLED TV
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Samsung 65-inch Q6F Series QLED TV: was $599.99 now $399.99 at Best Buy

A 65-inch QLED display for $399.99 is an unbelievable deal. Samsung's 2025 Q6F Series TV delivers brilliant colors and contrast for which these QLED displays are known. It only supports a 60Hz refresh rate, so if you're looking for speedy gaming action, go for one of the more premium models.

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Insignia 65-inch QF Series QLED 4K Fire TV
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Insignia 65-inch QF Series QLED 4K Fire TV : was $499.99 now $349.99 at Best Buy

A big-screen QLED display for $349.99 is an unheard-of price. Insignia's QF Series QLED TV boasts 4K Ultra HD resolution with Quantum Dot technology, delivering bold, vibrant colors and lifelike images. You also get Dolby Atmos Audio, smart capabilities with the Fire operating system, and a voice remote with hands-free Alexa, so you can use your voice to control your TV.

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Samsung 75-inch U7900F 4K Crystal TV
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Samsung 75-inch U7900F 4K Crystal TV: was $649.99 now $449.99 at Best Buy

Samsung's U7900F Crystal TV is a best-seller here at TechRadar, and you can find the 75-inch model on sale for an unbelievable $449.99. This entry-level TV from Samsung packs a solid 'Crystal' UHD 4K processor, an easy-to-use Tizen operating system, and full HDR support for under $500, which is an absolute steal.

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Hisense  85-inch QD7 4K QLED TV
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Hisense 85-inch QD7 4K QLED TV: was $1,299 now $699.99 at Best Buy

This is one of the cheapest 85-inch TVs you'll find. You're getting a QLED screen for higher brightness and bolder colors compared to LED, plus a whole list of features including Dolby Vision and HDR10+ support, 4K, 144Hz, and VRR for gaming, and built-in Alexa. At $699, you won't find many more well-equipped 85-inch TVs at this price.

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TCL 85-inch QM6K Mini-LED 4K Smart TV
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TCL 85-inch QM6K Mini-LED 4K Smart TV: was $1,999.99 now $999.99 at Best Buy

This entry-level Mini-LED TV from TCL is an excellent buy at this low price. Newer and more powerful versions are available, but in terms of value for money, this display is incredibly hard to beat. It's a whopping 85 inches, offers a detailed, bright picture, vivid colors, and an intuitive Google TV interface to access top streaming apps. It's a whole lot of TV for a relatively low price.

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Mackenzie Frazier

Mackenzie Frazier is the lead deals editor in the US for TechRadar at Future plc. She has been sharing deal advice for Future for the past eight years and loves finding products that consumers want at the best possible prices. She's had 11 years of experience working in e-commerce and loves being a mom to her two little boys.

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