12 best 32-inch TVs – 2021 ranking

• The best TV manufacturers
• Best Cheap 32" TVs (Non-Smart TV)
• The best 32-inch TVs in terms of price-quality ratio
• Best 32" Smart TVs
• The best 32-inch Full HD TVs
• Let's compare the models
• What to look for when choosing a TV
• Which TV is better to choose

Television has long ceased to be something unusual. 32 inches is one of the most popular diagonals, because not everyone needs a home theater, and a screen of this format is convenient not only in the living room, it can be placed in the bedroom and kitchen. Modern TVs are distinguished by high-quality images, sound, and compact sizes. But among the huge variety, it is not so easy to choose a device that will satisfy all the requirements.

To make it easier for you to understand, we have compiled a ranking of the 12 best 32-inch TVs in 2021.

The best TV manufacturers

In order not to be disappointed in your purchase, choose TVs from well-known manufacturers who are responsible for product quality and have service and warranty departments. These can be both time-tested brands and young brands:

• Samsung is a company from South Korea, the range of models of which can satisfy buyers with any wallet. Mass production of televisions with sophisticated technology practically does not allow defects. The company’s pride is its line of TVs with its own technology in the form of QLED screens, for models with 4K and 8K resolution. Since this is still LCD technology, black is slightly worse than in OLED and AMOLED screens, but much better than in conventional LEDs with any matrix. Samsung also has its own Tizen OS, one of the most stable in existence.
• LG is another South Korean brand leading the popularity charts. In the premium segment among OLED TVs, few can compete with it for primacy. But even among the main range of mid-range and budget products, there are only decent models that are affordable and have Nano Cell technology. LG gets a big advantage because of its Smart TV on webOS with a large number of free applications, and for its smart Magic Remote with voice control.
• KIVI is a young and very promising Dutch manufacturer that began operations in 2021. The brand makes high-tech, but simple and accessible equipment for everyone, with a pleasant design, high-quality image and sound. Our own software is developed based on Android and has a clear and convenient Smart interface, which combines the ability to view content from smartphones, a convenient mobile application and a smart remote control.
• Xiaomi is a young brand from China, launched in 2010, and is attractive to users due to its high technology, interesting solutions at an affordable price. In Russia, it is better to purchase an adapted version that has passed Rostest. Not so long ago, devices with assembly in the Russian Federation appeared, which made Xiaomi products simpler and more accessible to the mass buyer, and not just to users of Chinese trading platforms.

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State of the television market

Currently, there is a steady growth in sales in the TV category. In just 8 months of 2021, more than 4 million devices were sold in the Russian Federation, on which our fellow citizens spent more than 200 billion rubles.

TV sales are constantly growing

Among the market leaders are still recognized brands: Samsung, LG and Sony. Their total share in the total number of equipment sold is more than 50%. However, along with the products of well-known factories that have been producing televisions for many years, recently there has been increased competition and the emergence of new players in the market, mainly from China. Companies such as Xiaomi, Haier or TCL today offer devices that are in great demand among consumers. This popularity is explained by the decent price/quality ratio.

The current range of TVs is amazing

As for sizes, today the trend of increasing demand for large screens continues. The highest dynamics indicators were found in equipment with a diagonal of 70″. The population is gradually losing interest in devices with screens up to 25 inches. But models (one of the most budget-friendly) with a diagonal in the range of 30…34″ remain the most popular. They account for about half of sales (in quantitative terms).

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If we consider the functionality of popular TVs, we should note the steady growth in the sale of high-tech equipment: 4K and 8K models, HDR standard devices, TVs with Smart TV support. Every second device purchased this year has an Internet connection. The growing popularity of this segment is explained not only by the reduction in the cost of smart technology and the expansion of its range, but also by the emergence of high-quality entertainment content. Today, the combination of “TV + subscription to an online cinema,” which allows you to create a cinematic effect in your home environment, is becoming quite common among Russians. Our fellow citizens are increasingly getting rid of obsolete devices, replacing them with high-resolution models with Internet access.

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What to look for when choosing a TV

Despite the fact that technologies are developing rapidly, a TV is purchased for more than one year, so you need to carefully consider the necessary functionality and technical characteristics:

1 diagonal is 81 cm. This is more than enough to enjoy video in any format, because... the image is clearly perceived from any distance. At the same time, such a device will not take up much space.

2 The resolution of the matrix affects the quality of the picture. Recently, it has become difficult to find a TV with a resolution less than HD, and 4K and even 8K devices are becoming more common. The 32-inch diagonal is characterized by HD and FullHD formats.

3 The screen type differs in matrix and backlight. The most popular are LCD and OLED/AMOLED screens. The former often have flashes, especially against a dark background with the lights turned off, which spoils the viewing experience. The second type uses emitting LEDs, which help achieve perfect black color, because. when it is transmitted they simply go out. But this technology is quite crude; LEDs tend to burn out over time. As for the matrix of LED screens, three types are used: the cheapest with the appropriate quality TN, the IPS matrix with a fairly large viewing angle and true color reproduction, and VA - slower and muted than IPS, but with better black color.

4 Contrast and brightness. The breadth of customization options depends on these parameters. The minimum brightness is 240 cd/sq.m, and the contrast is 600:1. On the one hand, the larger they are, the better, but on the other hand, this increases the cost of the TV itself. Therefore, if you choose a device for a fairly dark room, the average indicators will suffice.

5 Sound. Most TVs, especially budget ones, cannot boast of high quality sound. But in general, it is quite enough for watching news, TV series and various videos.

6 Viewing angle. The larger it is, the greater the visibility of the screen, and it is possible to hang the TV anywhere in the room. It is better if the viewing angle is 170 degrees or more.

7 Additional functions and interfaces. Smart TV is a useful feature, but even without it, most modern TVs have USB, Wi-Fi adapters and DLNA technology.

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Ten best 32-inch smart TVs

10. Erisson 32HLEA18T2W Smart

Our rating opens with a model that went on sale less than a year ago. The product is characterized by rather narrow frames, which allows the user to be as immersed as possible in what is happening on the screen, the diagonal of which is 31.5 inches. The entire body is made of high-quality plastic with a matte finish, with the exception of the front frame framing the display - it is glossy. No foreign odors were detected. The front itself looks very stylish, but it can collect fingerprints, dust and other contaminants. The set includes reliable and attractive legs that will firmly hold the product on any horizontal surface, and stability is also ensured by rubberized stands. They will not allow the device to slide on the base. There are connectors for hanging on the wall.

The Smart TV option functions quite stably, without slowdowns or freezing. Connecting to a Wi-Fi network is very simple - you just need to enter the router password, after which the connection is established within a matter of seconds. The device operates on the popular Android platform, the menu is simple, accessible and intelligently understandable. The picture has decent clarity and brightness. The volume is high, a selection of animated films, popular films, and so on is stored in memory. The remote control has a plastic case and has good ergonomic characteristics.

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Advantages:

• High image quality;
• Decent sound;
• Reasonable cost;
• Attractive appearance.

Flaws:

• Before purchasing, you should definitely ask the sellers to turn it on, after which the model is carefully checked for dead pixels, since this defect occurs regularly in the model.

Erisson 32HLEA18T2W Smart

9. Xiaomi Mi TV 4A 32 Pro

Stylish appearance and attractive price ensured great popularity of this product among users. The display diagonal is a full 32 inches, and the model is distinguished by narrow frames, the width of which is only 1 cm. The bottom frame is slightly wider - 2 cm. The remote control has a minimalist design, the number of buttons here is reduced to almost zero - there are only a few navigation keys, made in the form of a cross and several buttons designed to work in the system. The TV body is made of high-quality plastic, and the owners say the same about the assembly. The plastic itself looks quite expensive, all elements of the case fit tightly, no gaps or backlashes were found. The new TV is free of foreign odors. Two special elements act as legs, attached to the body with two screws. They provide excellent stability and the TV will not wobble.

It should be noted that the screen is of excellent quality, which has an anti-reflective coating, and the TV itself visually looks quite thin. There is only one button on the TV panel that is responsible for turning the product on and off. On the bottom panel you can also find downward-firing speakers. They have decent sizes, the power of each of them is 5 W. To watch TV shows and movies, they are quite sufficient; connecting an external audio system, especially in a small room, is not at all necessary. There are quite a lot of connectors here: in addition to the Wi-Fi module, an Ethernet port will be responsible for connecting to the Internet; there are also sockets for VGA, AV, USB, HDMI and some others.

Advantages:

• Excellent screen quality, even though you can see the pixels up close, from a distance of about 20 cm they will not be noticeable at all;
• Decent built-in acoustics;
• Color rendition is as close to natural as possible;
• The image will not be distorted regardless of the viewing angle.

Flaws:

• You will have to tinker a little with connecting to the Internet.

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Xiaomi Mi TV 4A 32 Pro

HARTENS HTV-32R02-T2C/A4/B/M

Despite the fact that this brand is not very well known to Russian consumers, we still decided to include this model in our rating. The fact is that the manufacturer offers customers quite decent functionality, as well as good graphics, at a very reasonable cost. The TV has fairly thin frames, the stand has a certain elegance, which allows the product to fit perfectly into the interior, regardless of the style of the room. The diagonal is slightly less than 32 inches, but this does not in any way affect the image quality, which supports Full HD resolution. The design is equipped with a powerful Wi-Fi module that can catch the router signal over a considerable distance. There is no need to purchase any additional tuner here.

The TV has 2 connectors for connecting external USB drives, and it is also possible to work with hard drives, the volume of which can reach 1 TB. In addition, on the rear panel you can find three HDMI sockets, with which the product is connected to a personal computer, game consoles and other similar devices. The response time is minimal, so the TV is quite capable of replacing a personal computer monitor.

Advantages:

• Natural color rendering;
• Good contrast and brightness;
• Interesting and attractive appearance;
• Reasonable cost of TV;
• Powerful acoustics.

Flaws:

• Weak bass line.

HARTENS HTV-32R02-T2C/A4/B/M

Akai LES-43D99M

This model has a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels, which corresponds to one of the most popular Full HD formats today. The aspect ratio is 16:9, which is also a fairly standard ratio in which most films are released. There are options for blocking and setting parental controls, the latter allowing you to select channels and programs that children and teenagers of a certain age can watch. The TV uses Android software, which is stable and has a decent number of pre-installed applications. USB ports even support connecting external hard drives, the maximum capacity of which can reach 1 TB.

Like all modern TVs, there is a Wi-Fi module, which is also complemented by an Ethernet jack, which provides a cable connection to the Internet. The interface is clear, easy to configure, and fully Russified, which makes it easier to use this product. The TV is equipped with two speakers, each with a power of 8 W. The overall dimensions are not very large: together with the stand they are 971x616x203 mm. The appearance of the device is quite standard, nothing special stands out, but it allows the model to fit organically into any room interior.

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Advantages:

• Quite wide functionality;
• The interface responds to the remote control signal almost instantly;
• Low cost;
• Decent picture quality.

Flaws:

• The appearance is completely unoriginal - the manufacturer did not provide a single highlight.

Akai LES-43D99M

Kivi 32FR50BR

The first model in this rating that has HDR support. The TV runs on the Android operating system; you can control the device using a special smartphone application, which can be downloaded through the official Play Market store. The appearance is very interesting, the case is made of snow-white plastic, and the back side of the panel is made of high-quality aluminum - there are also slots for access to fresh air so that the central processor and other structural elements do not overheat. The frames on the front are the same width around the entire perimeter of the display. There is only one leg, it is attached to the central part of the product. There are several mechanical control buttons on the bottom edge; there are no markings on them, which makes their correct use somewhat difficult at first. The buttons themselves are plastic, they are quite tight, they are pressed until they click.

There are quite a lot of connectors - there are two HDMI jacks, USB and RJ-45 ports, as well as a slot for installing a CI interface card. At the same time, the TV is able to work with several signal sources at once. It connects to the Internet either via Wi-Fi or using an Ethernet connector. The remote control has excellent ergonomics; there are not too many buttons, but they are all very functional. It also has a microphone to control the device using voice commands. The model is equipped with a display with LED backlighting, which does not illuminate the side edges of the screen at all. The viewing angles are very wide, contrast and brightness can be adjusted if necessary.

Advantages:

• Quite a large set of ports and connectors;
• Convenient and easy to set up and operate;
• Good picture and sound quality;
• Stylish and modern appearance.

Flaws:

• The price for a TV with such a diagonal is somewhat high.

Kivi 32FR50BR

Thomson T32RTL5131

In the very middle of our rating is a TV equipped with an LCD screen with LED backlighting, which makes this product quite thin. The aspect ratio is 16:9, the device has a resolution of 1366x768 pixels, which corresponds to the HD format - not the best, but quite decent for a gadget with such a diagonal. Users note that the LEDs that make up the backlight system are located around the entire perimeter of the equipment, so it is possible to ensure uniform brightness and also get rid of even the slightest glare. The viewing angle of the screen is high – 178 degrees (the highest figure that developers of such products could achieve). The maximum sound power is 10 W due to two speakers of 5 W each. This parameter will be quite sufficient for comfortable viewing in a medium-sized room.

The model is provided with everything necessary for connecting external devices. There is even a 3.5 mm jack for connecting to headphones or a simple speaker system. In addition to the Wi-Fi module, there is also Bluetooth, which allows the model to be paired with mobile devices such as smartphones or tablets.

Advantages:

• Original appearance;
• Compact overall dimensions;
• Reasonable cost with wide functionality;
• Small size frames framing the display.

Flaws:

• The brightness dims somewhat in direct sunlight.

Thomson T32RTL5131

Samsung UE32N5300AU

It is characterized by quite decent picture quality, the resolution corresponds to the Full HD format, and the display is equipped with LED backlighting. The contrast is at an average level, so in a sunny room you will hardly be able to fully enjoy what is happening on the screen. The appearance is quite strict. The body is made of high-quality parts made of plastic or metal. All elements fit tightly together; no protruding protrusions were noticed here. The power supply here is built-in, not external, which makes the design even more attractive. All connectors for connecting external devices are located on the rear panel, but there are no niches for laying excess cables, so you will have to hide the wires yourself. The frames around the display are made of plastic and have an average width, but this will not affect the quality of viewing movies and TV shows.

Color rendition is quite natural, and this applies to both shades of gray and full black. No screen clouding was detected. The image response time is short, so the TV is quite suitable for use as a monitor. Even dynamic scenes are reproduced with decent clarity. The volume is average, but the entire frequency range is audible. The platform interface is clear, even a novice user will not get confused; no stuttering or slowdowns were detected. The remote control is easy to use.

Advantages:

• Acceptable picture quality;
• Significant viewing angles;
• Well suited for small spaces;
• A decent set of codecs allows you to work with most known video and audio formats.

Flaws:

• Poor speaker power.

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Samsung UE32N5300AU

3. Polarline 32PL13TC-SM

In third place in our review of the best smart TVs with a screen diagonal of 32 inches, we decided to place a very popular model among users, which is characterized by not very high image clarity (belongs to the HD format), but has an acceptable cost, high quality production and components, and many others positive traits. At this price, the manufacturer was able to provide support for wide viewing angles reaching 178 degrees. Direct LED backlighting is installed here, and the LEDs are located in the TV not along the perimeter of the frames, but directly behind the screen. They are distributed as evenly as possible, which allows for illumination without overexposed areas.

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The sound power is quite decent - in total the speakers are capable of delivering 16 W. The TV has digital signal processing, which allows you to achieve surround sound regardless of the size of the room. The capabilities of Smart TV are characterized by decent functionality. In particular, with the help of this TV you can quickly browse any Internet pages, watch movies and other virtual content online. The device operates on the Android platform. If necessary, the television broadcast can be recorded on external media. There are quite a lot of connection interfaces here - they are all standard.

Advantages:

• High power of the module responsible for receiving the Wi-Fi signal;
• Decent picture quality;
• Adequate cost;
• Natural color rendering.

Flaws:

• Some applications downloaded from the Play Market may not work correctly.

Polarline 32PL13TC-SM

BBK 32LEX-5048/T2C

In terms of cost, this smart TV is quite comparable to a regular model. It is made on the basis of a plastic case: the front frames are made with a glossy finish, the back panel is made of matte plastic. Despite this, the appearance is in no way inferior to the flagship models. The product is characterized by a small frame width, which is only 1.5 cm. For this price category, this is quite a decent indicator. All the curves are graceful and stylish; no sharp corners or protruding parts were found here. On the left side there is an infrared signal receiver, on the right there are three physical buttons: power on, access to the menu, source selection, changing volume parameters and switching channels. All connectors and interfaces are located on the back of the device. The length of the power cable is about 1 m, so it is absolutely not necessary to place the TV in close proximity to the outlet.

The display resolution is 1366x768 pixels – full HD format. At a distance of only 50 cm from the eyes, individual pixels can no longer be distinguished. The response time is average, so using the TV as a monitor, especially for fans of computer games, is not recommended. The TV has surround sound function and parental controls.

Advantages:

• Very easy to set up;
• Pleasant, juicy and very high quality picture;
• Good resolution.

Flaws:

• Still, the speakers could have been installed louder.

BBK 32LEX-5048/T2C

LG 32LK540B

Well, we’ve reached the leading position in our review of the best 32-inch smart TVs. The products are based on an IPS matrix, which is characterized by low manufacturing costs, but at the same time has acceptable quality and a long service life. The backlight is LED, located directly behind the screen; users did not detect any glare or other picture defects. Viewing angles reach almost 180 degrees. The display surface is additionally covered with a special anti-glare filter, which allows you to watch TV comfortably even under direct sunlight falling on it. The design is traditional, but this does not in any way affect the overall style of the device. WebOS is used as the operating system. The speakers are decent in size, but they are located quite deep in the body of the TV, which can make the sound seem a little dull.

The connectors are all standard, and, of course, there is a Wi-Fi module. The TV has a set of DVB-T2/C/S2 tuners. The picture does not begin to flicker even when playing very active scenes. The brightness level is average, color rendition is as close to natural as possible. The response is fast and can even be used as a gaming monitor. The frames are of medium width, but due to the good image, you hardly pay attention to them while viewing. The TV also has an energy saving function and reliable protection against power surges and surges.

Advantages:

• High operating system speed;
• For its functionality, the TV is characterized by a very reasonable price;
• Decent picture quality both in terms of color reproduction and in the area of ​​reproducing dynamic scenes.

Flaws:

• There are various applications that do not want to be installed the first time, so you have to resort to re-installation.

LG 32LK540B

Which TV is better to choose

Depending on your needs, you can choose a TV with different parameters.
If you want to watch content from the Internet without purchasing additional devices for this, choose a device with the Smart TV function. For background work in public places or in the kitchen, inexpensive options with HD resolution, which do not contain anything superfluous, will be sufficient. If image quality matters, choose FullHD resolution and an IPS matrix. At any price point, there are options that will suit your needs, but it is better to choose a TV in an offline store rather than ordering online so that you have the opportunity to see different options on the stand and compare them.

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conclusions

When choosing television equipment with a 32-inch screen, you need to remember that:

• Particular attention should be paid to screen resolution, screen type, refresh rate and acoustic power;
• Important parameters are also viewing angles, number and type of connectors for connecting external storage media ;
• the presence of the Smart TV function will make the device more functional and convenient to use;
• for comfortable operation, the device must be supplemented with a compact remote control and a sleep timer ;
• It is worth selecting a unit taking into account the size of the structure, design and the ability to hang it on the wall.