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Prime Day Kicks Off Now With Our Favorite July 4th TV Deals: Save Over $2,000 on Models From Samsung, TCL and LG

Prime Day Kicks Off Now With Our Favorite July 4th TV Deals: Save Over $2,000 on Models From Samsung, TCL and LG

CNET2 days ago
The Fourth of July is just a day away and the best Independence Day sales are already live now. Major retailers like Best Buy, Walmart and Amazon (which will be kicking off its Prime Day sale in just a few days) are offering thousands of bargains on a huge variety of top tech and household essentials, making it the perfect time to upgrade your entertainment setup. You can score massive savings on a huge selection of TVs from top brands like Samsung, LG and TCL. We've found deals on TVs across a range of sizes and price points so there's something for everyone on this list.
Just note that these deals could expire or sell out at any point in the coming hours or days so you may not want to wait too long if there are any offers that catch your eye. We'll continue to update this page as bargains come and go so be sure to check back often for the latest and greatest discounts.
Best July 4th TV deals
LG 65-inch C4 Series OLED: $1,297
Thanks to its absolutely stunning OLED display, exceptional contrast and extensive gaming features, the LG C4 Series is our top pick for the overall best TV value this year. It also supports Dolby Vision and Atmos for a truly great user experience. And it has LG's Alpha 9 AI processor, which automatically enhances picture quality. Plus Amazon Alexa is built-in for easy hands-free control.
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TCL 85-inch QM8: $1,700
If you're in the market for a massive screen, this is a deal you won't want to miss. Our experts named the TCL QM8 as the best TV for the money this year and this 85-inch model is a steal at $800 off. It features a 4K QLED display with HDR10 Plus support for sharp contrast, as well as a 120Hz refresh rate for fluid action. The TV also has Google Chromecast built in for easy wireless streaming.
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Amazon 55-inch Fire TV 4-Series: $340
This 55-inch Amazon TV is a great option for those on a tighter budget. It has all the essentials, including 4K picture, HDR10 support and four HDMI ports, so you can easily connect your soundbar, gaming console or other peripherals. Plus, the convenient remote has a built-in microphone to easily browse hands-free with Amazon Alexa.
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Samsung 98-inch Crystal UHD DU9000 TV: $1,850
This massive 98-inch Samsung TV is 54% off at Woot, dropping the cost to $1,850. It has a 120Hz refresh rate, object tracking sound lite, 4K upscaling and even a game bar to enhance this TV while you're gaming.
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Save $2,148 $1,850 at Woot
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Hisense 75-inch QD7 QLED Fire TV: $640
Knock 20% off this 75-inch 2025 TV with HDR10 Plus, Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, a 144Hz refresh rate and the Fire TV platform. It also has Game Mode Pro for the gamers and comes with Alexa built in, as well as a voice remote for easy searching. With a screen this size and so many features, it's a solid choice for your entertainment hub.
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Should you shop July 4th TV deals or wait until Prime Day?
With two major shopping events just around the corner, many potential buyers are wondering whether it's better to take advantage of the initial Fourth of July deals, or wait until Prime Day a few days later. Unfortunately, there's no way of knowing which sale will offer the absolute best prices but it's likely that both will blur into a single massive shopping event that spans multiple days and retailers. With that in mind, we'd lean toward getting your order in sooner rather than later. While there's a slight chance we'll see prices dip a little lower later in the sale, there's a much greater chance that the best bargains will sell out fast. If you see a TV that fits your needs and budget at a good price, we'd recommend grabbing it before it goes out of stock.
Which retailers offer the best July 4th TV deals?
As you might expect, major retailers like Amazon and Best Buy will be offering some excellent deals for the Fourth of July and Prime Day. You'll also want to check out smaller online-only retailers like Adorama and B&H Photo, as they may be offering some under-the-radar bargains that aren't being matched elsewhere.
What else will be on sale for July 4th?
There will be a huge variety of deals that you can shop across retailers for the Fourth of July. These include tons of top tech like TVs and laptops, as well as home goods and big-ticket items like mattresses and major appliances. There will also be plenty of seasonal deals on grills, outdoor gear and other summer essentials. To give you a good idea of what's out there, you can check out our full roundup of all the best Fourth of July deals already available.
How we choose the best July 4th TV deals
At CNET, we've covered shopping events for more than five years, including Black Friday, Prime Day, Memorial Day and countless other shopping events. We've become good at weeding out scams and superficial deals so you only get the best offers.
We look for real discounts, quality reviews and remaining sale time when choosing television deals. We have a team of devoted experts who have tested hundreds of TVs to make sure we're bringing you the best of the best.
Real discounts mean exactly that. We look at the price history for that product to make sure no brands are inflating prices to make the discount seem more substantial than it is.
Quality reviews and testing are important for any product, but especially for TVs. If you're unhappy the first time you turn it on, the discount wasn't worthwhile.
Remaining sale time is a huge part of our vetting process. If a deal seems like it will only be around for a short while or will only be available for the remaining stock, we'll let you know upfront, so you don't come back to the deal later only to be disappointed.
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