How much is a 65-inch TV?

A 65-inch TV typically costs $400 to $2,500 or more, depending on the panel type and brand. Prices change often, and sales can cut them sharply, so use these tiers as a guide and check current listings.

Price tiers (approximate)

• Budget LED (TCL, Hisense, Vizio, Amazon, Roku): about $400 to $600.
• Mid-range QLED: about $600 to $1,100.
• Mini-LED and Neo QLED: about $1,000 to $2,000.
• OLED (LG, Samsung, Sony): about $1,300 to $2,500, with premium models costing more.
• Lifestyle TVs such as art and design models: often $1,800 and up.

What affects the price

• Panel technology.
• Peak brightness and local dimming.
• Refresh rate (60 Hz or 120 Hz).
• Processor and smart platform.
• Sound system.
• Brand and model year.

Best time to buy

• Black Friday and November.
• After the Super Bowl.
• Spring, when last year's models are cleared.
• Retailer anniversary sales.

Ways to save

• Buy last year's model.
• Compare Amazon, Best Buy, Costco, Walmart and manufacturer stores.
• Check open-box and refurbished options with a warranty.
• Skip the extended warranty on lower-cost models.

Extra costs

Add a wall mount, a soundbar and HDMI cables. A soundbar can cost $100 to $400.