10 Best Smart TVs in Malaysia from RM649 | Best of Home 2023

In the world of televisions, technology has been rapidly improving over the years. From OLED to QLED to a mind-boggling 8K resolution, smart TVs in Malaysia are providing a richer, more immersive viewing experience. As with the best fridges and ovens in Malaysia, there is an extensive variety of brands for varying budgets. Looking for a good or affordable smart TV in Malaysia? Not to worry, as we provide a summary of the best options out there. In this Best of Home series, we have curated the 10 Best Smart TVs in Malaysia from RM649. Let’s check them out!

This article was last updated on 24 January 2023

10 Best Smart TVs in Malaysia

1. LG Smart UHD TV With Ai Thinq

Best overall

Not necessarily the most expensive in this list, but there’s plenty of reasons why we think this LG AI ThinkQ Smart TV is our best overall winner. The picture quality and audio cleanliness is fantastic, and it has plenty of smart features and connectivities that we think are much better and convenient than the rest of the pack. 

The best smart TV for movie buff

This LG AI ThinQ 50UP7750PTB is perfect for a movie buff. It supports 4K content and 4K upscaling for realistic-looking images, Active HDR for vibrant colour and finest details, and it’s equipped with Quad Core Processor that can process anything lag-free and smoothly. 

What’s best, however, is the FILMMAKER MODE™, an LG latest processing technology that delivers the director’s original vision, so you experience the film the way they originally intended. At the same time, the Bluetooth Surround Mode adds a true wireless surround sound experience to your living room – talking about immersive theatrical experiences! 

One of the most comprehensive smart TV operating systems

LG’s official streaming platform partners are Netflix and Apple TV, but thanks to its WebOS operating system, you’ve still got access to hundreds of other streaming services, including Disney Plus and Amazon Prime Video. There’s also voice controls with LG ThinkQ AI, Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. 

In addition to its 2 years warranty, this LG smart TV also comes with a free HDMI cable and a free bracket for wall-mounting placement. 

Why buy this:

• Best overall 
• Smooth 4K upscaling with Quad Core processor
• Immersive movies experience with FILMMAKER MODE™ and surround sound
• Smart connectivity with ThinkQ AI
• 2 years warranty

2. Philips 55″ 4K UHD Smart TV 55PUT6004 

Affordable 4K UHD

A new Philips model in 2020, the sleek, cutting-edge, and minimalist Philips 55″ 4K UHD Smart TV redefines the TV streaming experience. With its Pixel Plus Ultra HD engine, you can experience 4K Ultra HD sharpness, providing plenty of richness and details. The High Dynamic Range Plus together with Micro Dimming Pro technology produces better contrast regardless of the light level in the room. Completed with Perfect Motion Rate which creates outstanding fluidity and lifelike movement, streaming high-paced action or sports will make it feel like you are watching the real event. 

Why buy this:

• Great value for its price
• Pixel Plus Ultra HD engine for 4K Ultra HD image quality
• Slim and minimalist design
• Perfect Motion Rate provides outstanding fluidity and lifelike movement, with smooth moving images

3. Samsung 65 lnch LED (UA65AU7000) 4K UHD Smart TV

Best for office and pres

This Samsung AU7000 is a perfect choice if you’re looking for a smart TV for your office or meeting room. Equipped with Crystal Processor 4K, it does not only upscale 4K content smoothly, but can also wirelessly connect to your PC, laptop and mobile with just a tap of a button. This makes it easy for presentation and shows anything in the content with better quality images, which is especially useful for showing creative creations.  

However, note that the PC needs to use Windows 10 Professional or Mac OS 10.5-to-later, and Samsung Dex for mobile devices. In addition, the Tap View feature is also available for Samsung Galaxy Devices with Android OS 8.1 and higher. 

Outstanding movies performance with excellent contrast and good black levels

But it isn’t just about that. As a 4K UHD Smart TV, the Samsung AU7000 is also great for movies, and it supports HDR10 and HDR10+ content as well. Overall, it has an excellent contrast, good black levels and vibrant colour blends, and we find it fantastic for watching movies in the dark. In addition, its powerful processor also offers a super responsive gaming experience. 

Comes in a 3-bezel less design, this Samsung AU7000 looks sleek and elegant, and is perfect to compliment a minimalist living room. It’s also designed in a way to conceal cable management, thus reducing clutter and keeping an elegant, seamless look of your TV. 

Why buy this:

• Easy to connect to PC and mobile devices for presentation
• Powerful Crystal Processor 4K
• Support HDR10 and HDR10+ content
• Fast and responsive for gaming
• Sleek and minimalist look

4. Gell Smart Full HD LED TV Powered By Android O.S Built-in MYTV

Basic smart TV 

Whether you’re on a budget or looking for a basic smart TV for your bedroom, this Gell Smart Full HD LED TV is a great budget-friendly option. Unlike most big-brand smart TVs, it uses Android OS operating system – which just like your Android smartphone, it offers access to a wide range of apps on Google Stores. Android has also updated its user-interface to be more user friendly and very easy to navigate. Plus, it also offers voice control integration with smart platforms such as Google Home and Amazon Echo. 

Great for basic movies streaming task

In addition to using the Android 9.0 operating system, it’s equipped with 1GB RAM and 8GB ROM. While it’s good enough for scrolling the UI and streaming Netflix movies smoothly, it can be a big burden if you want to play demanding games on Google Play. However, that’s still not a deal-breaker considering its low price. 

Two built-in 10W soundbars for more immersive watching experiences

This Gell Smart Full HD LED TV is available in 32-inch (up to 720p) and 43-inch options (up to 1080p), both of which have a refresh rate of 60Hz, 4ms response time and 178° viewing angle. However, note that only the 43-inch series has two built-in 10W soundbars, which can offer a more immersive watching experience. 

Why buy this:

• Affordable price
• Android OS operating system
• Easy to navigate user interface
• Plenty of streaming and gaming apps options
• Two built-in 10W soundbars (only for 43-inch series)

5. XiaoMi Mi LED Android Smart TV 32 Inch HD

Most affordable smart TV in Malaysia

One of the cheapest smart TVs in Malaysia, the Xiaomi Mi LED 32″ costs an incredible RM649 on Shopee and RM 689 on Lazada. Despite its affordable price, it is HD-ready with a solid LED display, with a powerful 64-bit quad-core processor that enhances its performance, promising no lags and smooth image movement. The 43″ option costs RM1,399, 55″ option costs RM1,899, while the biggest 65″ option costs RM2,699.

Why buy this:

• One of the cheapest smart TVs in Malaysia at RM689
• 4 screen size options – 32″ / 43″ / 55″ / 65″
• HD-Ready with LED display
• Powerful 64-bit Quad-core for smooth performance

6. SAMSUNG BU8500 4K UHD Smart TV

Samsung’s best value Smart TV

This Samsung BU8500 is one of the best Samsung’s smart TVs from its 2022 range outside of Samsung’s more premium QLED series. It has impressive 4K images, with sharp, punchy colours and great contrast – an overall unbeatable image quality for its price range. The reason behind this is Samsung’s  Dynamic Crystal Colour technology, which is designed to deliver richer images in over one billion shades – 64 times more than standard UHD TVs!

Powerful processor that supports 4K image quality and 3D surround sound

Equipped with Crystal Processor 4K (similar to Samsung AU7000 above), this TV does not only offer 4K scaling, but also features a surround sound technology. Furthermore, it also features a Contrast Enhancer Mode for watching movies in the dark, and offers HDR10+ support. 

As for the streaming options, Samsung uses Tizen OS, which has a huge collection of 4K movies, TV shows, and any apps you possibly know – Netflix, Apple TV, BBC iPlayer, BT Sport, you name it – all in one place. Meanwhile, the Smart Hub platform works with an algorithm to recommend the best movies according to your watching history. 

Play any Xbox games without an Xbox 

Comes in a sleek, minimal bezel design, this Samsung BU8500 is also a great TV for gaming. It has built-in access to any games on Xbox – yes, you can play any Xbox games without an Xbox, although it requires Xbox Game Pass and a compatible controller. Plus, there’s also Gaming Enhancer, Motion Xcelerator and Auto Game Mode for a more convenient gaming time. 

Why buy this:

• Good value for money
• Plenty of streaming options with Tizen OS
• Can play Xbox Games without an Xbox
• 4K image quality and 3D surround sound
• Plethora of gaming modes and supports

7. Hisense 4K UHD Dual Band WiFi Smart TV 

Superfast for streaming movies

If you do a lot of movies streaming with your TV, this Hisense E6H is our best recommendation for you. It’s equipped with a Dual Band WIFI, with an option to choose a 5GHz line to connect with the WIFI, which offers a much faster internet connection to really utilise its maximum capability. So, no more bad mood just because of an internet lag in the middle of an intense movie scene even on a 4K resolution! Of course, that still depends on your original WIFI signal strength.

4K image quality and a virtual surround sound experience 

In addition to offering up to 4K image quality, this Hisense E6H also supports HDR10 content, Sports Mode and Smooth Motion to process any fast-moving image smoothly. For a more immersive experience, the 2 built-in speakers are equipped with Dolby Audio and DTS Virtual X, both of which combine the benefit of a traditional stereo and 5.1 speaker configuration to create something like a surround sound effect. In addition, there’s also a Game Mode and Auto Low Latency Mode to make your game run faster and more responsive. 

Hisense uses VIDAA as its operating system, which is surprisingly easy to navigate and offers plenty of apps options, including Netflix, YouTube, DSTV, Showmax, DEOD, VIU and much more. The remote control with a voice control feature is also an awesome addition, because you don’t have to connect it to your smartphone for using the voice command. Comes in a bezel-less design, this Hisense E6H is available in 65″, 55″, 50″, and 43” size options. 

Why buy this:

• Dual band WIFI
• 4K and virtual surround sound
• Supports gaming modes
• Easy to navigate VIDAA OS
• Remote control with voice command

8. Philips 40″ Smart LED TV Full HD 

Good LED option

One of the popular options on Lazada, the Philips 40 inch Smart LED TV features a decent 4.4/5 rating from almost 200 reviews. Featuring Full HD resolution and with in-built Netflix and YouTube, it does its basic functions well. 

Why buy this:

• Good LED option at a decently affordable price point
• Full HD resolution
• Netflix and YouTube in-built

9. Haier 50″ Smart 4K UHD TV

Affordable 4K UHD TV

Have a tight budget but hoping to own a smart TV with 4K Ultra HD quality? With the Haier 50 Inch Smart 4K UHD TV, now you can enjoy high-quality streaming without breaking the bank. Using Android OS, you can access any apps in the Play Store. Its smart technology also allows screen mirroring from your smartphone easily. Apart from that, it has built-in Netflix, YouTube, and Iflix so you can easily watch your favourite movies just with a few taps. Furthermore, its Dual Core Processor ensures smooth operation without lags.

Why buy this:

• Affordable 4K UHD Smart TV
• Android OS
• Built-in WiFi, Netflix, YouTube, Iflix
• Screen Mirroring to your smartphone
• Dual-Core processor for great performance

10. TCL 43″ Android Smart LED TV 43S6800

Budget pick

One of the good and cheap Android smart TVs in Malaysia, the TCL Smart LED TV utilizes Micro Dimming and IPQ Engine to provide colour richness and better brightness, resulting in good performance in a dark room. It also has a night viewing mode which makes this smart TV a perfect choice for your bedroom. To make your life easier, simply speak to the Remote Control or to Google Assistant to watch the contents you like effortlessly. This TCL TV also uses Dolby Audio for better sound quality for watching movies in your bedroom.

Why buy this:

• Good and cheap Android smart TV
• Good performance in a dark room

FAQ

What brand of smart TV is the best in Malaysia?

When it comes to visual quality, LG and Samsung are great TV brands in Malaysia, featuring OLED and QLED technology respectively. If you have a lower budget for your smart TV, go for Philips or Xiaomi with its incredible XiaoMi Mi LED Android Smart TV 32″ at RM689.

What is the best TV in Malaysia for 2020?

At a whopping price of RM59,999, the LG 77″ Signature W9 OLED TV is probably one of the best smart TVs in Malaysia for 2020. We love its wallpaper effect, which showcases your ultra thin TV seamlessly on the wall. With a sleek, jaw-dropping design, why not go for it if you have the budget!

Where to buy a TV in Malaysia?

You used to only be able to buy a TV in Malaysia from retail stores, but now you can purchase them online for the ultimate convenience and even enjoy discounted prices! Lazada is my go-to for kitchen and home appliances. It is also a great place to compare prices. 

We hope that our guide on the 10 Best TVs in Malaysia will help you to buy the best TV in Malaysia for your home. Do also read our other buying guides too. Please do share this along with your friends if you have found this useful. Do look forward to more buying guides that we will be releasing soon!

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