8 Best 32-Inch TVs
Do you want a second screen or a smaller TV for your bedroom, guest room or for any other purpose? A good 32 inch TV is a perfect choice, especially given the lower price and yet the good quality of the TVs of this size being offered today.
Don't expect to find OLED or ultra-high resolutions on TVs of this size, because the manufacturers are striving to design and make affordable and yet good quality 32 inch TVs and have left all the high-tech features and all the bells and whistles for the larger and more expensive models.
Nevertheless, there are some pretty good small-sized TVs offered right now, some of them with smart features, most with high-frequency refresh rates, and with HD or Full HD resolutions.
To help you pick the most suitable 32 inch TV, we have put together our updated picks for the best 32 inch TVs for 2026.
All of them are excellent options for tight budgets and spaces and will cost you a tiny fraction of the large-sized high tech models, so read on to find that perfect 32 inch TV for your needs and for your budget.
Our Top Picks
1. INSIGNIA 32" Class F20 Series LED HD Smart Fire TV
Our top budget pick. This Fire TV built-in model gives you full access to streaming apps and Alexa voice control without needing a separate streaming stick, at a genuinely low price for a 32 inch set.
2. Samsung 32-Inch Class HD H5000F Smart TV
A solid, trusted-brand pick with HDR and object tracking sound, backed by Samsung's Smart TV platform and app ecosystem.
3. Roku 32-Inch Smart TV, Select Series (1080p Full HD)
Our top pick for the best smart TV platform. The built-in Roku interface is genuinely one of the easiest smart TV experiences to navigate, with access to thousands of channels, apps, and free content.
4. Hisense 32-Inch Class QD4SR Series Hi-QLED HD Smart Roku TV
Our pick for the best picture quality in this size class. Hisense's QLED technology delivers noticeably richer color than standard LED panels at this price point, combined with the Roku smart platform.
5. INSIGNIA 32" Class FE Series LED Full HD Smart Fire TV
If you want a sharper Full HD (1080p) picture rather than standard HD, this Fire TV model steps up the resolution while staying in the same affordable Insignia lineup.
6. Amazon Ember 32" 2-Series with Fire TV
Amazon's own in-house TV line, built around Fire TV from the ground up for the tightest possible integration with Alexa and Amazon's own content and apps.
7. SAMSUNG 32-Inch Class Full HD F6000 Smart TV
A Full HD step-up from Samsung's entry-level model, with HDR and object tracking sound for a genuinely sharper, more detailed picture than the base HD tier.
8. Sony 32 Inch W830K Series with Google TV
Our premium pick. Sony's picture processing and the Google TV platform (with Google Assistant built in) make this the most feature-rich option on this list, at a higher but still reasonable price for the size.
Features
Buying a TV is always quite a bit of a hassle especially if you are not quite sure what you are looking for. The decision becomes more complicated as the size of the TV screen increases, as well as the number of features it has. But still, the different 32 inch TVs do have some variances worth noting, and some features which we highly recommend you look at before making your final decision.
The size and dimensions
If you are looking for a small-sized TV to fit a particular space, then it is essential to look at the dimensions of the TV with the stand or without it, depending on whether you are planning to place it on a TV table, or mount it on the wall.
Typically, 32 inch TVs are pretty small, but just in case, check the specific dimensions listed for each model so that you ensure the 32-inch screen TV will actually fit the space you have planned for it.
Resolution
Although the resolution isn't as prominent a feature for a small screen, we still recommend that you look for a 32 inch TV with at least an HD (720p) resolution. This will ensure that you can watch TV, streamed content or other at a pretty good quality. We have picked several Full HD (1080p) options above for those who want a sharper picture, alongside standard HD models for those on a tighter budget.
In general, it is not worth paying money for a TV which has a lower resolution than HD.
Other features which affect the quality of the picture
Resolution isn't everything when it comes to the quality of the picture of your 32 inch TV. Make sure that you choose a TV set with good motion processing and a high frequency refresh rate, especially if you plan on watching sport or other fast moving action videos. Most 32 inch TVs have a native rate of 60Hz and pretty good motion processing, but there are some with higher refresh rates which you may want to consider if you are planning on using the TV for video games or for sports viewing.
Also, the backlighting type as well as the color management system of the TVs are crucial for the quality of the picture, the brightness and the blacks. QLED models, like the Hisense pick above, generally offer noticeably richer color than standard LED panels.
Internet connectivity and smart functionality
We have picked several different smart TV platforms above, because we know that people have different needs and expectations from their small sized TVs.
We do recommend that you invest in a good smart TV, especially if you are planning on streaming content from the internet to it. This will save you money for additional streaming sticks and devices, and will also allow you to connect your TV to your home network to access your content and stream it to the TV directly from them.
Plus, you can browse the internet, and access multiple apps on a good quality smart TV.
Check out the smart TV platform the TV has to make sure that you can use it for watching the content you want to watch. Most TVs come with preinstalled apps for the most popular streaming and other apps, such as Netflix, YouTube, Amazon, and others.
Ports, inputs and outputs
There is nothing more frustrating than coming home with your new TV and realizing that it is missing the port you need. This is why you need to make sure that you check the types of inputs and outputs these TVs provide and consider the number and type of devices you are planning on connecting to the TV. Of course, the more HDMI ports your TV has, the better, because you can connect all the devices you want without having to get up and interchange the cables all the time.
Also, check the audio outputs to see whether the TV has a headphone jack or whether it can be connected to a sound bar or another sound system.
Most smart TVs have Ethernet and Wi-Fi connections which are essential if you want to use their smart functionalities. If your wireless internet is not so strong, you may want to choose a 32 inch TV with an Ethernet port so that you can connect it directly to the router.
Most 32 inch TVs also have USB ports. These are exceptionally useful if you want to stream media content (video, music or photo) from a USB flash drive, an external hard disk, or another USB device directly to the TV.
IPS vs VA LCD panels
Even though the manufacturers of the smaller sized 32 inch TVs rarely specify the type of LCD panels they use, it is a good idea to check out whether your TV has an IPS or a VA panel. IPS panels offer a wider viewing angle, which is great if you are not going to be sitting right in front of the TV all the time. On the other hand, the VA panels provide a better contrast which is especially important if you are going to watch the TV in a darker environment. LG uses mostly IPS panels, while Samsung seems to prefer VA panels. The other manufacturers intermix the two, so check out this detail (whenever possible) to ensure you pick the right TV panel type for your needs.
TV tuner
If you are not planning on paying for cable, you may want to buy a 32 inch TV with a built in tuner. This will allow you to watch all of the available over-the-air TV programs in your area for free and without the need of an external device.
Gaming use
32 inch TVs are especially popular among gamers, but keep in mind that some of them handle video games much better than others. If you are planning on using your TV for playing video games, then take the time to check out the motion control features of each one, to make sure that the inputted picture will be rendered quickly enough without any lag or with minimum lag for a better and more enjoyable gaming experience.
Design
Yes, design surely is important, but if you are faced with a choice of a TV which looks just like you want but with a worse performance or specifications than another which you don't quite like for the room you are planning to use it for, our advice is to go with the one with the better features. After all, it is a TV and not a decorative object, and you will save yourself the frustration of ending up with a perfectly looking TV providing a miserable overall performance.
Ease of setup and use
If you are not particularly fond of fiddling with complicated controls, menus, remote controls, and interfaces, you better choose a small-sized TV which has an easy to use remote, or even better a mobile app so that you can control it via your smartphone or tablet.
You may also want to pick a 32 inch TV which has an intuitive user interface, especially if you are choosing a smart TV. This will save you a lot of time and frustration from having to search through all options and keep jumping back and forth from option to option until you find the one you need.
Price
The price of all 32 inch TVs is drastically lower than that of the larger sized, high tech ones, so you don't have to worry about spending a fortune on any of the TVs on our list. We have added some budget-friendly options for those of you who are not ready to pay much for a small TV, and then there are some models which are a tad more expensive but with some added better features you may want to consider investing in.
Final Words
So, now that you know which 32 inch TVs are the leaders in this category, it is time to pick the perfect small-screen TV for your needs.
We hope that our reviews and shopping tips have been helpful for you to choose the 32 inch TV which is the most suitable for you, and that pretty soon you will be able to enjoy watching your favorite movies or shows, playing your games, or working on your computer on one of these excellent quality small sized TVs!
Good luck with your purchase, and let's hope you will be enjoying your small and yet great 32 inch TV for a long, long time!
