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I test TVs for a living, and these 3 models are the perfect budget-friendly options that I recommend for the Super Bowl

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I test TVs for a living, and these 3 models are the perfect budget-friendly options that I recommend for the Super Bowl

Looking for a bigger TV for the Super Bowl? These 3 TVs should be top of your shopping list.

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I test TVs for a living, and these 3 models are the perfect budget-friendly options that I recommend for the Super Bowl Features By James Davidson published 5 February 2026

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It’s almost time for Super Bowl LX (60), and what better way to celebrate than with a new, big-screen TV? I know what you’re thinking: big-screen TVs are expensive, and while that can be true, there are plenty of excellent screens available for budget-friendly prices.

Even some of the best TVs on the market will mean you can get a 75-inch TV without breaking the bank. Thanks to brands like TCL, Hisense, and Samsung, you’ll be able to watch the big game on a big TV without breaking the bank.

Below, I’ve picked 3 models that TechRadar has tested and demonstrated good motion handling and picture quality (important for sports viewing) while also delivering for movies and gaming.

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TCL QM7K

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TCL’s mini-LED TVs have always managed to deliver an impressive list of features with great picture quality for a while now, but this year’s lineup has been particularly good. The best of the bunch is the mid-range TCL QM7K.

We were particularly impressed with the QM7K’s high brightness, which meant pictures really popped on screen. It also demonstrated effective blooming control, meaning you’re going to get a nice, even image, even when viewed from an angle (something that has been a problem with mini-LED for years).

I’ve personally tested the TCL C7K (the QM7K’s UK sibling), and I was impressed by its motion handling, which is vital for sports viewing. A quick trip to the settings, adjust motion and blur to 3-5 (depending on preference,) and you’re good to go!

If you’re a gamer, you’ll also love the QM7K’s list of features, which is up there with the best gaming TVs. It supports 4K 144Hz, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, Dolby Vision gaming, and ALLM.

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Available for under $1,000 in a 75-inch size, this is an excellent screen for those who have a bit of money to spend but also don’t want to spend too much. Quality without compromise.

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Hisense U65QF

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For those looking for a real bargain, the Hisense U65QF should be top of your list. The most entry-level mini-LED in Hisense’s 2025 lineup, the U65QF, again nails that balance of performance and features vs price.

We were most impressed by the U65QF’s detailed picture and its solid local dimming performance, which delivered well-contrasted images. We also described sports as “a pleasure to watch on this TV”, so you know it’ll perform when it comes time for the Super Bowl.

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Again, this TV is well equipped for gamers too, with two HDMI ports supporting 4K 144Hz, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, Dolby Vision gaming, and ALLM. Its 13.2ms input lag delivered a smooth gaming experience for fast-paced games like Dead Island 2.

You can pick up the 75-inch U65QF for under $600, which is a steal for a TV at this size, with this much on offer.

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Roku Pro Series (2025)

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Another top name in the budget/mid-range TV category is Roku. We’ve been impressed with its TVs for a while, and the 2025 Roku Pro is no different, utilizing mini-LED to produce great picture quality without stretching the budget too much.

We found in our testing that the Roku Pro produced crisp images and even produced strong contrast and bold colors, the latter of which popped nicely when watching animated movies such as Coco.

Thankfully, the Roku Pro also proved to have great motion handling, which meant watching sports was an enjoyable experience. Watching an NFL game, we noted that we could “clearly make out all the players and how they moved on the field”. Budget TVs sometimes have motion-blurring issues that can make sports viewing difficult, but the Roku Pro avoids this.

It’s not the most comprehensive gaming TV, but the Roku Pro does have two HDMI ports with 4K 120Hz support and can handle fast-moving games such as NBA 2K25 and Dead Island 2 well. It even boasts a measured 9.3ms input lag time, putting it up against the best 120Hz TVs easily.

This is another budget-friendly big screen, with a 75-inch model setting you back about $999. This is a superb price for a TV of this quality and size, and should be on your Super Bowl TV upgrade shopping list.

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TOPICS Hisense TCL Roku James DavidsonJames DavidsonSocial Links NavigationTV Hardware Staff Writer, Home Entertainment

 James is the TV Hardware Staff Writer at TechRadar. Before joining the team, he worked at a major UK based AV retailer selling TV and audio equipment, where he was either telling customers the difference between OLED and QLED or being wowed by watching a PS5 run on the LG 65G2. When not writing about the latest TV tech, James can be found gaming, reading, watching rugby or coming up with another idea for a novel. 

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