Smart TV comparison: which 32-inch system to pick
32-inch smart TVs under €200
A smart TV stopped being a luxury a long time ago, and 32-inch TVs with streaming services and voice control now fit almost any budget. Compact TVs go into the kitchen, the bedroom, the nursery or a first rented flat. They land wherever a big panel is unnecessary, yet Netflix, YouTube and free online channels should still stay within easy reach.
At the cheap end of Amazon there are dozens of TVs, and sorting through them is genuinely hard. One television bets on a bright QLED picture, another on a convenient operating system, and a third on the most ports for the least money. Smart TV operating systems are where the split really shows: Tizen, Fire OS, Android TV and Google TV matter far more in daily use than the spec sheets alone suggest. Two similar TVs can feel worlds apart once you actually use them.
This smart TV comparison covers four 32-inch smart TVs sold across the Amazon stores — one on each of those four systems. In most stores each one stays under $210, and the group sits near $167, so the choice here is not about budget classes but about what each set does differently. The specifications go into one table further down, and the closing guide explains how to pick the right set for your room.
Models in this comparison
Typical price across these models: about €159. Rough figures from store prices converted at fixed rates: what you pay also depends on the store and the region you order from. With our browser extension you can compare every Amazon store at once, right on the product page.
FPD Smart TV 32 — Tizen and free channels
FPD Smart TV 32 inch, Tizen OS, HDR10, Dolby Audio
ASIN: B0F32H9KTX
- ✓Tizen system from Samsung — quick access to Netflix, YouTube and Prime Video
- ✓Over 350 free online channels through Samsung TV Plus, no subscription
- ✓Gaming hub with Xbox Cloud Gaming and GeForce NOW, no console needed
- ✓SmartThings smart-home control and wireless casting over Miracast
- Screen size
- 32 inch
- Resolution
- 720p HD
- Operating system
- Tizen
- Sound
- Dolby Audio, 12 W
- HDR
- HDR10
- HDMI ports
- 2
The FPD Smart TV is a 32-inch TV with 720p resolution running on the Tizen system, the same platform that sits inside Samsung televisions. Because of that lineage, this TV reaches Samsung TV Plus with more than 350 free channels that need no subscription or sign-up whatsoever. There is also a gaming hub with Xbox Cloud Gaming and GeForce NOW, which is a rare touch on such an affordable television. Through SmartThings the set manages the smart home, while Miracast mirrors the picture straight from a phone.
The connections are ordinary rather than generous: two HDMI ports, two USB ports, Ethernet, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5, with 8 GB of internal storage for apps. The tuner is DVB-T2 only, so terrestrial channels come in without a box while cable and satellite do not. The panel peaks at 240 candela per square metre, which is the brightest figure of these four TVs, and the VESA plate is 200 × 200 mm with basic mounting accessories already in the carton.
As a smart TV for a bedroom or a kitchen this one asks the least of its owner: switch it on and watch. The 720p resolution looks decent across 32 inches from a normal viewing distance, and HDR10 with Dolby Audio adds a little welcome punch to both picture and sound. Sit close to the screen, or feed it a satellite dish, and the limits show up quickly.
Xiaomi TV F Pro 32 — a QLED smart TV with Fire TV
The Xiaomi TV F Pro 32 is a clear step up in picture quality, because it carries a QLED panel with quantum dots that renders richer colours and deeper contrast than ordinary LED. The set runs Fire OS 7 with the Alexa voice assistant built in, so you can search for content by voice straight from the remote. Apple AirPlay is supported as well, which is handy for iPhone owners who want to mirror the screen onto the TV. A pleasant bonus is the 120 Hz refresh rate paired with a triple tuner for terrestrial, cable and satellite signals without any external box.
This model suits people who want a brighter image and already live inside the Amazon or Apple ecosystem. The obvious downside is the resolution, which stays at 720p rather than climbing to Full HD. The real gain here is the QLED colour rather than the level of fine detail.
The rest of the sheet is solid without being remarkable. The glossy panel holds 270 nits and a 178-degree viewing angle, sound comes from two 10-watt speakers in a 2.1 layout, and connections run to two HDMI ports, one USB port, Ethernet, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0. It is also the lightest set here at 3.1 kilograms without the stand, it takes a VESA 100 × 200 plate, and Xiaomi backs it with two years of manufacturer warranty. The carton holds a Bluetooth remote, the screw set and the base parts.
Xiaomi TV F Pro 32 QLED Smart TV, Fire OS 7, Triple Tuner
ASIN: B0F457M449
- ✓QLED panel with quantum dots: rich colours and deep contrast
- ✓Fire TV with built-in Alexa — voice control and content search
- ✓Apple AirPlay support for casting from iPhone, iPad and Mac
- ✓Triple tuner DVB-C/S/S2/T/T2 and a 120 Hz refresh rate
- Screen size
- 32 inch
- Panel type
- QLED
- Resolution
- 720p
- Refresh rate
- 120 Hz
- Operating system
- Fire OS 7
- Sound
- 2×10 W, Dolby Audio / DTS:X
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Salora SMART32TV — Android TV and three HDMI ports
The Salora SMART32TV bets everything on flexible connections, arriving as a 32-inch TV with HD Ready resolution of 1366×768 on full Android TV. Chromecast and voice search are built in, but its headline feature is three HDMI ports, which budget televisions usually lack. You can keep a streaming box, a console and a soundbar plugged in at once and never swap a cable again. Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Ethernet cover every connection scenario, the body stays slim, and there is a VESA 75×75 mount ready for the wall.
This TV is a strong pick for anyone juggling many external devices, and the Android TV app store is among the richest of any system. The sound is more modest here, resting on 6-watt speakers, so for immersive films it is wiser to add a soundbar.
Two numbers explain where the money went. The edge-lit panel claims a 3000:1 contrast ratio, the best figure of the four, yet its response time is 14 milliseconds, the slowest here, which fast sport and shooters will show up. This is also the oldest design of the group, a 2023 model, and the box holds the television alone: no wall bracket, and the batteries for the remote are not included. Salora covers it for 24 months and lists spare-part availability for two years.
Salora SMART32TV 32 inch, Android TV, Chromecast, 3× HDMI
ASIN: B09D3X7MD7
- ✓Full Android TV with a large app store and voice search
- ✓Built-in Chromecast for wireless casting from a phone
- ✓Three HDMI ports — box, console and soundbar at once
- ✓Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Ethernet for any connection method
- Screen size
- 32 inch
- Resolution
- HD Ready, 1366×768
- Operating system
- Android TV
- Casting
- Built-in Chromecast
- HDMI ports
- 3
- Sound
- 6 W, Dolby Atmos
CHiQ 32QA10 — a Full HD smart TV on Google TV
The CHiQ 32QA10 is the most interesting TV on paper, since it is the only television in the selection with true Full HD resolution of 1920×1080. Its panel is QLED as well, offering 10-bit colour and 90% coverage of the DCI-P3 space for a noticeably wider palette. The set runs on modern Google TV with the Google Assistant, and both AirPlay and Chromecast are fully supported. The audio system is rated as 5.1 with Dolby Audio and DBX-TV, while the wireless side adds dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
This is a strong candidate for anyone who puts a sharp, bright picture first. Note, though, that the model still has few ratings and its average score sits below the rivals, because it is a newcomer with less data behind it.
Physically it is the slimmest of the four: under seven centimetres deep and 3.5 kilograms on the scale, with a matte finish that scatters window reflections better than a glossy one. The triple tuner takes terrestrial, cable and satellite signals, the panel responds in 6.5 milliseconds, and the VESA plate is 200 × 200 mm. Unlike the others, this box arrives complete — remote, stand, wall mount and manual — and the warranty runs for two years.
CHiQ 32QA10 32 inch Full HD QLED Smart Google TV, HDR10
ASIN: B0FQ59B9DZ
- ✓The only model here with Full HD 1080p resolution
- ✓QLED panel with quantum dots and 90% DCI-P3 coverage
- ✓Google TV with Google Assistant, AirPlay and Chromecast
- ✓5.1 sound system with Dolby Audio and DBX-TV
- Screen size
- 32 inch
- Panel type
- QLED
- Resolution
- Full HD, 1080p
- Operating system
- Google TV
- Sound
- 5.1, Dolby Audio + DBX-TV
- Tuner
- DVB-C/T/T2/S/S2
Smart TV comparison by the specifications
To make the decision simpler, the key parameters of all four TVs are gathered into the single table below.
| Parameter | FPD Tizen | Xiaomi F Pro | Salora SMART32TV | CHiQ 32QA10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 32″ | 32″ | 32″ | 32″ |
| Panel type | LED | QLED | LED | QLED |
| Resolution | 720p HD | 720p | HD Ready 768p | Full HD 1080p |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Operating system | Tizen | Fire OS 7 | Android TV | Google TV |
| Sound | 12 W, Dolby Audio | 2×10 W, DTS:X | 6 W, Dolby Atmos | 5.1, Dolby + DBX |
| HDMI ports | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| HDR | HDR10 | HDR10, HLG | HDR10 | HDR10 |
| Customer rating | 4.2 (3388) | 4.2 (1432) | 4.1 (57) | 3.6 (59) |
All four TVs share the same 32-inch screen, so the real split is software and panel. Each of these TVs has a clear strength of its own. The FPD wins on the Samsung ecosystem and its free channels, and the Xiaomi wins on QLED colour together with a 120 Hz refresh rate. The Salora wins on three HDMI ports and full Android TV, while the CHiQ is the only television here with real Full HD. Which set fits you best depends entirely on what you put first, since these TVs rarely agree on strengths.
How to choose a budget smart TV for your room
When buying a budget smart TV, keep a handful of criteria in mind and you are far less likely to be disappointed. Cheap TVs that get the basics right beat a longer spec sheet.
Resolution. On a 32-inch screen the gap between 720p and Full HD is visible, especially when you sit close. If the budget allows it, Full HD is the safer choice, but for a kitchen or bedroom where the set mostly plays in the background from a distance, 720p is enough on smaller TVs.
Operating system. Tizen, Fire OS, Android TV and Google TV are four genuinely different worlds. Android TV and Google TV give the widest choice of apps, Fire OS suits owners of Amazon devices, and Tizen is valued for its speed and stability, so pick the platform you already know.
Panel type. QLED panels with quantum dots give noticeably richer colours than plain LED, so if a bright picture matters to you, look for TVs clearly marked as QLED. More budget TVs now include the technology.
Ports and sound. Count how many devices you plan to connect, because two HDMI ports is the bare minimum while three gives a comfortable margin. The built-in speakers on budget TVs are usually weak, so set aside a soundbar budget if you want anything close to a home cinema.
Tuner and mounting. For terrestrial, cable or satellite channels you need a DVB-T2/C/S2 tuner, which not all budget TVs include, and for a wall mount you should check the VESA plate size first.
The main mistake buyers make is chasing screen size and nothing else, when resolution, the operating system and the sound shape the experience just as much. Large TVs with dated internals disappoint far faster than a compact but well-judged model.
Frequently asked questions
- Is 720p enough for a 32-inch television?
- Yes, at this size 720p looks acceptable from a normal viewing distance. But if you want the sharpest picture or sit close to the screen, choose a Full HD model such as the CHiQ 32QA10.
- How does QLED differ from ordinary LED?
- QLED uses a layer of quantum dots that gives a wider colour range and richer shades. The picture looks brighter and livelier, and such panels now appear even in budget sets.
- Can you connect a game console to these sets?
- Yes, every model has HDMI ports. Salora has three, which helps if a console and other devices are connected at once. The 120 Hz Xiaomi also gives gamers a smoother picture.
- Do you need a subscription to watch online channels?
- For paid services such as Netflix, yes. But the FPD has Samsung TV Plus with more than 350 free channels and no sign-up or fee.
- Can you watch terrestrial channels without a box?
- Yes, if the set has the right tuner. Xiaomi and CHiQ use DVB-C/S/S2/T/T2, so terrestrial, cable and satellite come in without an external receiver.
Verdict
Every model on the same criteria
Score against price
- FPD Smart TV 324.0 at about €140
- Xiaomi TV F Pro 324.2 at about €159
- Salora SMART32TV3.9 at about €189
- CHiQ 32QA104.1 at about €150
The overall score divided by the typical price, with the best in the group as the full bar. A rough guide, not a verdict — a cheap model that misses the feature you need is no bargain.
Read the bars as trade-offs, not as a ranking. Every set here gives up something to pay for what it does well: the two QLED TVs cost their owners either resolution or a settled reputation, the Android set trades picture and sound for a third HDMI socket, and the Tizen model trades detail for free channels and the largest crowd of buyers behind its score. Nothing in this group is broken, and nothing in it is complete.
So start from the room rather than from the spec sheet. A kitchen or a nursery wants a system that switches on and works, a films-and-games corner wants Full HD, QLED colour or a faster panel, and a desk stacked with consoles and boxes wants ports before anything else. Two of those answers rule out half of this list on their own, and only then is it worth comparing what each Amazon store charges.