Is the Toshiba M450 good for gaming?

It handles casual gaming, but the 60 Hz panel and lack of HDMI 2.1 features limit it for PS5 or Xbox Series X at high frame rates. A 120 Hz set is a better fit for serious console play.

Does it need a soundbar?

Most owners add one. The TV passes Dolby Atmos to a soundbar or receiver, but its own speakers are thin.

What streaming apps are built in?

Fire TV includes Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, YouTube and most major apps, with Alexa voice search from the remote.

How many HDMI ports does it have?

Three. That covers a console, a soundbar and one streamer, but leaves little room for more devices.

Is it bright enough for a living room?

It is fine for dim and average rooms. In a sunny room with windows opposite the screen, a brighter Mini-LED set will hold up better.

Can I mount it on a wall?

Yes. At 18.1 lb it is light for its size and uses a standard VESA wall mount.

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Toshiba M450 QLED Series Class 4K UHD Smart Fire TV 55-inch

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Toshiba M450 QLED Series Class 4K UHD Smart Fire TV 55-inch

Best price now

43"$179.99 50"$249.99

55"

$269.99

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Last seen at $269.99 at Best Buy on Nov 10.

Our take on the Toshiba M450 QLED Series Class 4K UHD Smart Fire TV 55-inch

The Toshiba M450 is a 4K QLED smart TV that runs Amazon's Fire TV platform, so Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and YouTube are built in and Alexa voice search works from the remote. It covers the basics well for the money: quantum-dot color, HDR support, Dolby Atmos passthrough and three HDMI inputs. The 60 Hz panel and modest brightness mean it is a step behind Mini-LED and 120 Hz sets for bright rooms and fast gaming. It suits budget buyers and secondary rooms more than serious home theater.

Best forBudget 4K buyersFire TV and Alexa householdsBedrooms and secondary roomsStreaming-first viewers

Pros

QLED panel gives wider color than plain LED sets at this level
Fire TV built in with Alexa voice remote
Dolby Atmos support for soundbar and receiver setups
Three HDMI inputs plus USB and Bluetooth
Light at 18.1 lb, easy for one person to mount

Cons

60 Hz panel limits motion smoothness and console gaming
Peak brightness is modest, so HDR impact is limited
Only three HDMI ports, tight for a console plus soundbar plus streamer
Titan OS layer and Fire TV interface can feel busy

Toshiba M450 QLED Series Class 4K UHD Smart Fire TV 55-inch prices at every store

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Toshiba M450 QLED Series Class 4K UHD Smart Fire TV 55-inch price history

Lowest price we've seen: $269.99 on Nov 11 at Best Buy. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 11.

What reviewers say

Owners of Toshiba's Fire TV QLED sets generally call them good value for a secondary room, praising picture color and the built-in Fire TV experience. Complaints center on average brightness, motion blur in sports, and sound that needs a soundbar.

What people mention

Picture colorPraisedOwners say QLED color looks vivid and saturated compared with basic LED TVs.
BrightnessCriticisedReviewers note HDR highlights look muted and the screen struggles in bright rooms.
MotionCriticisedThe 60 Hz panel shows blur on sports and fast action, according to owners.
SoundMixedDolby Atmos support is welcome, but built-in speakers are described as thin, so many add a soundbar.
Fire TVPraisedBuyers like having Fire TV and Alexa built in without an extra streaming stick.

Specifications

Resolution: 3840 x 2160
High Definition: Yes
HDTV Format: 4K
Color: Black
Screen Form: Flat
Display Type: QLED
Assistant Support: Amazon Alexa, Siri
HDR

Questions and answers

Is the Toshiba M450 good for gaming?: It handles casual gaming, but the 60 Hz panel and lack of HDMI 2.1 features limit it for PS5 or Xbox Series X at high frame rates. A 120 Hz set is a better fit for serious console play.
Does it need a soundbar?: Most owners add one. The TV passes Dolby Atmos to a soundbar or receiver, but its own speakers are thin.
What streaming apps are built in?: Fire TV includes Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, YouTube and most major apps, with Alexa voice search from the remote.
How many HDMI ports does it have?: Three. That covers a console, a soundbar and one streamer, but leaves little room for more devices.
Is it bright enough for a living room?: It is fine for dim and average rooms. In a sunny room with windows opposite the screen, a brighter Mini-LED set will hold up better.
Can I mount it on a wall?: Yes. At 18.1 lb it is light for its size and uses a standard VESA wall mount.
Where is the Toshiba M450 QLED Series Class 4K UHD Smart Fire TV 55-inch cheapest?: At Best Buy, for $269.99, as of our latest check.