Best Buy is selling last year's LG OLED TV for 50% off - and I can vouch for it
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Close Home Home & Office Home Entertainment TVs Best Buy is selling last year's LG OLED TV for 50% off - and I can vouch for it The LG B5 is a more affordable OLED option that offers the same signature picture quality as its flagship sibling at a fraction of the price.
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Taylor Clemons, Staff WriterStaff Writer May 13, 2026 at 12:37 p.m. PT 
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The B5 was LG's entry-level OLED model last year, offering the same signature picture quality at a much more affordable price than its flagship cousins. And right now at Best Buy, you can save 50% on the 77-inch model, bringing the price down to just $1,500 and making it even more budget-friendly.
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The OLED panel supports a 120Hz refresh rate for smooth motion while watching live sports, action-packed movies and shows, and even while console gaming. You'll also get support for Dolby Vision HDR, which enhances detail and lets you get the most out of the OLED panel's capabilities. And with support for both Nvidia G-Sync and AMD FreeSync VRR, console gamers won't have to deal with annoying screen tearing and stuttering.
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If you've cut the cord with your cable or satellite provider, the LG B5 comes with a suite of preloaded streaming apps, including Netflix, Disney+, and HBOMax, so you can start watching your favorite shows and movies right out of the box. You'll also get support for both AirPlay and Google Cast for sharing photos, videos, and music from your iOS or Android devices.
Bluetooth connectivity lets you set up wireless home audio systems for enhanced audio, but if you're limited on space, the LG B5 uses Dolby Atmos virtual surround sound for 3D audio without the extra equipment.
How I rated this deal
The LG B5 OLED is an excellent option for anyone looking to invest in a high-quality TV without paying a premium price. And with this 50% discount at Best Buy, you're getting an even better value on a big-screen OLED for your home theater. That's why I gave this deal a 5/5 Editor's rating.
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