For the last few years, one manufacturer has dominated the budget TV sales charts.
No, its not LG.
Or Sony.
Or Vizio, TCL or Samsung.Its a company youve never heard of called Sceptre.Sceptre TVs sell so well because they focus on maximizing value - not only is it possible to see Sceptre TVs selling for under $300, but thats actually the norm.While that might lead you to believe that Sceptre is just another fly-by-night manufacturer thats here one day and gone the next, the California-based company has been around for the last two decades, and recently formed a high-end division that caters to a much more performance-minded audience.If youre scared that youre buying a TV from a company without a reputation, dont worry, Sceptre is here to stay just be careful which TV you buy from them.Sceptre TV Cyber Monday 2018 dealsSceptre 55-inch 4K LED TV (U550CV-U):$399 $249 at WalmartSceptre's flagship Cyber Monday deal is its 55-inch U550CV-U LED TV for $150 off the regular price over at Walmart.
It has four HDMI ports (all of which are HDMI 2.0) and two 10-watt built-in speakers.
It doesn't have the best refresh rate (60Hz) and a low dynamic contrast, but it's still a good value at $249.View DealSceptre 50-inch 1080p LED TV (X505BV):$349 $199 at WalmartIf you don't mind dropping down to a 1080p resolution, Sceptre is also offering a substantial discount on its X505BV LED TV - it's available this weekend for $150 off its regular $349 price over at Walmart.
It only has three HDMI ports but offers a much better dynamic contrast ratio of 25,000:1.
Again, it's a steal at $199.View DealSceptre 32-inch 720p LED TV (X322BV):$179 $89 at WalmartSceptre's lowest Cyber Monday sale is on its 32-inch 720p X322BV LED TV.
It's got the lowest resolution of the bunch, but at this small of a screen size, you don't need much higher.
If you've got a spare bedroom that needs another screen, this is a good option at a great price.View DealShould I buy a Sceptre TVSceptre caters to a specific audience: budget-conscious buyers who dont mind missing out on a few features.
Most Sceptre TVs dont offer a smart platform, and only a handful offer Ultra-High Definition resolution or High Dynamic Range support.To put that bluntly, what that means you wont be able to access Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu and other online streaming services without buying a streaming device like a Amazon Fire TV Stick, Chromecast or a Roku Premiere, and even if you do buy one, the streaming services wont look their best without 4K or HDR support.That said, Sceptre TVs really arent made for the AV enthusiast crowd: their colors might look washed, faded or incorrect, and motion artefacting is likely to occur in the lower-end models.
If you have a critical eye, this might bother you over time and is one of the reasons youd opt for a more expensive set from Sony, Samsung or LG.So who should buy a Sceptre TVIf youre buying a TV for the sole purpose of watching non-HD cable TV or a second screen for your bedroom that will only watch over-the-air channels, theyre an extremely good deal.
Another example weve heard before is that someone will buy them for an elderly family member - someone who doesnt care about picture quality as much as they do having a large, more easily visible screen.You could also make the case that the TVs are good for college dorms where accidents might happen (the TVs arent that expensive to replace after all) or as signage for a restaurant or bar.
You probably shouldnt buy them to broadcast the next football game on, but theyre certainly fine if you need a place to advertise or post your deals of the day.Overall, wed recommend checking out a model from another budget manufacturer like TCL or Vizio first - but if those TVs are still out of your price range, and youre fine making a compromise in picture quality, Sceptres TVs are perfectly adequate.We'll let you know about all of the very best deals on the greatest tech products at the most popular retailers as they go live Send me details about other relevant products from TheIndianSubcontinent and other Future brands.Send me details about other relevant products from third parties.No spam, we promise.
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