Best Budget 4K TVs 43"

In the line of 43-inch models of the Ergo brand, the TV is one of the younger solutions. It runs on the Android TV 11 OS, which is notable for its intuitive menu and responsiveness. It has a pre-installed browser and popular multimedia services, plus access to numerous applications and games (16 GB of built-in memory is provided for downloading them).

Ergo 43GUS6500 received a remote control with a microphone for voice control (including interaction with Google Assistant). Another characteristic feature is the Chromecast function : with it, it will be easy to display various content from Android smartphones and tablets on the TV screen. There is also Bluetooth v 5.0, thanks to which you can connect wireless headphones, a mouse or a keyboard to the TV.

The model is based on a VA matrix with a resolution of 3840x2160 pixels and a refresh rate of 60 Hz. The screen is declared to have an excellent contrast of 5000:1, which will ensure the display of deep black color and its shades even in a darkened room. Accordingly, the TV can be recommended for watching movies and TV series.

The display brightness is basic (220 nits), and it won't please you with wide viewing angles (typical for entry-level VA solutions). But at the software level, the NeoVision technology should improve the picture, increasing viewing comfort. A somewhat similar function is implemented for the quite standard 20-watt acoustics - DBX-TV. Its tasks include sound optimization with increased purity of high frequencies and added depth - low.

For its money, the Ergo 43GUS6500 is a worthy competitor to TVs from famous brands.

The Satelit TV has a frameless design, and compared to competitors in the entry-level price segment, the frame on the sides and top of the 43-inch screen is really not noticeable at all.

Satelit 43U8200WS is equipped with an analog and digital TV tuner, 20-watt acoustics with Dolby Digital, a standard set of ports and wireless interfaces (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth). The role of the software shell is assigned to WebOS TV2.0S - a modification of the well-known platform from LG. When connected to the Internet, the model provides access to various multimedia entertainment and all popular streaming services, from YouTube to Netflix, Disney+, etc.

A multimedia remote control is offered for interaction with the TV. It is equipped with a gyroscope for gesture control (pointing at buttons and icons like a pointer), and also provides a microphone for recognizing voice commands.

The TV supports Ultra HD 4K resolution, which provides great detail when playing the corresponding content on a 43-inch diagonal. The screen's strong points include wide viewing angles and a fast response (at 8 ms). The first feature will come in handy when watching TV together, and the second will please casual gaming enthusiasts.

Even by the standards of inexpensive TVs, the peak brightness and contrast ratio are low - 200 cd/m² and 1200:1, respectively. To avoid glare or pronounced highlights on the screen, it is better to organize viewing in moderate lighting.

Satelit 43U8200WS is a balanced smart TV with a convenient remote control that can become a significant competitive advantage.

The 2023 U series representative is a 43-inch entry-level TV in the LG lineup. The model received a screen with 4K resolution, standard refresh rate (60 Hz) and Direct LED backlighting. The latter contributes to an increase in picture contrast, and also provides high-quality color rendition with accurate display of main objects and small details.

The proprietary α 5 Gen 6 processor is responsible for processing the incoming signal in the LG 43UR7300. Among other things, it effectively scales content of less high definition, bringing its detail closer to Ultra HD. The model also has a 20-watt 2-channel speaker with Dolby Digital (to create a surround sound effect) “on board”.

The TV has HDMI ports version 2.1, which support such useful technologies for gamers as ALLM and HGIG. The first provides automatic switching to a low input lag mode, and the second optimizes the picture taking into account the game creators' intentions. There is also a Game Dashboard menu for real-time monitoring and adjustment of game parameters.

The model runs on the webOS 23 operating system, which has proven itself well on the market. It features an intuitive interface, customizable sports event notifications, and support for streaming from Apple AirPlay 2 devices. Another advantage of the TV is the Magic Remote multimedia remote control. It supports both gesture and voice control.

LG 43UR7300 is a good budget TV for various application scenarios, including gaming.

As for an entry-level TV, the Samsung model has several interesting design features. Firstly, it has a thin form factor, and the thickness of 26 mm is more typical for devices in the higher price segment. Secondly, although it has a typical stand with two legs, it is possible to adjust its height, which, for example, will help to place a soundbar directly under the Samsung UE-43CU8002.

The smart functionality of the model is revealed by the proprietary Tizen 2023 platform. It will please you with a convenient interface, smooth operation (including thanks to reduced animation against the background of expensive TVs) and a rich selection of applications for installation. To interact with the OS, a convenient remote control with a microphone for voice control (and / or dialogue with various assistants a la Bixby, Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant) is offered. And instead of batteries, there is a battery installed here, charged either via USB C or from the sun.

The image on the 43-inch 4K screen is characterized by moderate contrast and color accuracy (minor adjustments will help to achieve maximum realism of the picture). As expected, the brightness reserve here is too small for HDR content to cause a wow effect. But the excellent color gamut and wide coverage of shades (including thanks to Dynamic Crystal Color technology) makes the image rich and colorful, which will give a pleasant experience from various content - movies, sports broadcasts, games.

By the way, especially for gamers, an automatic switch to gaming mode (ALLM function) is implemented at the HDMI interface level. Other features include standard 20-watt acoustics and a digital TV tuner with support for terrestrial and cable broadcasting standards.

Samsung UE-43CU8002 is a great choice if you want a thin TV with a good picture for a reasonable price.

Externally, the 2024 debutant from Xiaomi stands out against the background of relatively inexpensive competitors with a metal body and a frame around the 43-inch screen. This makes the model more expensive, more sophisticated, and also simply more durable.

The image on the Xiaomi Mi TV A Pro 43 is not only distinguished by high definition (3840x2160 pixels), but also by accurate color rendering thanks to successful factory calibration. On the screen, faces, natural objects and other objects look just like in life. Another plus is the wide color gamut (90% coverage of the DCI-P3 space is declared), which means that in addition to realism, the picture will also please with richness. Support for both HDR10 and Dolby Vision is also declared here, but the modest brightness reserve does not turn this multi-format into an additional advantage.

But the sound of the TV in its class is really good. Firstly, it uses more powerful speakers - 12-watt (and not the standard 10-watt). Secondly, the sound is quite balanced and clear, at least at the average volume level. Plus additional sound effects (volume and more) are created by current technologies, such as DTS Virtual:X.

The hardware is a 4-core processor with a Mali G52 graphics engine, and 2 GB of RAM helps with performance. There is also 16 GB of built-in memory. The software component is represented by Google TV with flexible personalization options, a huge variety of applications, a Chromecast function for streaming and voice control, including the ability to interact with Google Assistant.

Xiaomi Mi TV A Pro 43 is not just a budget Google TV, but a model with high-quality picture and sound in its category.