Compare TV Prices by Cost Per Inch
BuyPerUnit tracks TVs across Amazon, Best Buy, and Newegg — ranked by price per inch, updated daily. Compare 4K OLED, QLED, LED, and 8K TVs within their tier to find the best dollar-per-inch value.
TV Prices by Panel Type
| Panel Type | Best $/inch | Avg $/inch | Products | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4K OLED TVs Perfect blacks, infinite contrast — ranked by $/inch | — | — | — | View all → | |
| 4K QLED TVs High brightness quantum-dot panels — ranked by $/inch | — | — | — | View all → | |
| 4K LED TVs Best-value 4K screens — ranked by $/inch | — | — | — | View all → | |
| 8K TVs Highest resolution TVs — ranked by $/inch | — | — | — | View all → |
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OLED vs QLED vs LED: What Should You Buy?
| Feature | 4K LED | 4K QLED | 4K OLED |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical $/inch | $8–$12 | $12–$18 | $18–$30 |
| Black levels | Good | Very good | Perfect (infinite) |
| Bright room | Good | Excellent | Fair |
| Gaming lag | Good | Very good | Excellent (<1ms) |
| Best for | Budget, bedroom | Sports, bright rooms | Movies, gaming |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a good price per inch for a TV in 2026?▾
A good price per inch for a 4K LED TV in 2026 is $8–$12/inch. Budget picks land around $6–$8/inch for 55–65" screens. 4K QLED TVs typically run $12–$18/inch, while 4K OLED TVs range from $18–$30/inch. BuyPerUnit tracks live pricing across Amazon, Best Buy, and Newegg so you can compare the actual $/inch for any TV right now.
OLED vs QLED vs LED: which TV panel is the best value?▾
LED TVs offer the lowest $/inch and are best for bright-room viewing on a budget. QLED adds quantum-dot color and higher brightness for about 40–60% more per inch. OLED offers perfect blacks and infinite contrast ratio — ideal for movies and gaming — but costs 2–3x per inch vs LED. The best value depends on your room: dark room = OLED, bright room = QLED or LED.
How does BuyPerUnit calculate price per inch for TVs?▾
BuyPerUnit divides the current retail price by the TV's screen size in inches. A $900 OLED with a 55" screen costs $16.36/inch. Screens are ranked from lowest to highest $/inch within each panel tier so you always see the best dollar-per-inch value first.
Is it worth buying an 8K TV in 2026?▾
8K TVs cost significantly more per inch than 4K — typically $30–$60/inch vs $8–$25/inch for 4K. Very little native 8K content exists in 2026. For most buyers, a large 4K OLED or QLED offers better real-world value. 8K makes sense only for 85"+screens viewed up close, or as a future-proofing buy.