The upcoming Prime Day TV deals will be here before we know it. June is just around the corner, and that means the discounts and offers from the retail behemoth will be coming in waves almost immediately after. If you're looking for the next big opportunity to save big on a new screen - be it premium or budget - then this time of year should absolutely be your target and focal point now. And even more so should you be hunting for a deal on one of the best gaming TVs, or one of the best TVs for PS5 or Xbox Series X.
Whatever you're looking for - or even if you're having a cursory browse for TVs - we do now know that Amazon Prime Day 2022 will span the two days of July 12 and 13 this year. That's only, like, four weeks away at the time of writing!
This is a Tuesday and a Wednesday - which has taken us by surprise a bit as we had grown used to it being on a Monday and Tuesday, but anyway - and will certainly be a great 48--hour period that's not to be missed for deals and discounts. And the even better news is that now it spreads beyond Amazon itself - even more retailers get involved trying to outdo each other, spurred on by Amazon's price-cutting endeavors. They all want your footfall, web traffic, and money, and what that means is that we the shoppers ultimately win.
The benefit of thinking about it now, well in advance, is that you can save, and get prepared for the price cuts that will come across all categories of TV, and also look at past deals and sales to get your eye in early for what might happen. For example, it looks like we're already seeing some trends: the LG C1 (an absolute beauty from LG's 2021 OLED range) has broken ground and gone to a new lowest ever price already in May - perhaps this sets the scene for new lows and record discounts...
On this very page, we'll be looking at what discounts to expect, how to get them, and taking a look at some of the best of last year's deals. Of course, as and when the news comes in, we'll be updating this guide too so bookmark it to be only a couple of clicks away!
Early Prime Day TV deals available now - US
As is customary, the deals have started to trickle in already. Here's a flavour of the early US Prime Day TV deals we've seen crop up already - both 'regular' and Prime exclusive ones
Early Prime Day TV deals available now - UK
But it's not just happening in the US! The UK are starting to get some early Prime Day TV deal action, and here's a few that we've pulled out.
Amazon Prime Day TV deals - FAQs
When will Amazon Prime Day TV deals start?
Always the most important question, but not necessarily the easiest to answer - but now we can! The Amazon Prime Day TV deals will kick in and go over July 12 and 13 this year. These are the big days, so get them in the calendar right now if you're on the hunt for a cheap new screen this summer. This comes straight from the horse's mouth too as it was confirmed officially on June 16th in an official Amazon press release. No more guessing is necessary.
We weren't too far wrong with our educated punts of July 18 and 19, or perhaps July 25 and 26 but it being on Tuesday and Wednesday is certainly a curveball - but equally, it sort of doesn't matter as it will still represent a deal-filled 48-hour period!
Do I need to be a Prime member to access Prime Day TV deals?
More so than ever, the answer to this question is 'yes, but also no'. And that's because while the vast majority of Amazon Prime Day TV deals will be locked behind that Prime membership gate, there will be some that are available to all shoppers.
You'll also find that you can great bargain in Prime Day TV deals by, weirdly, not necessarily shopping at Amazon. A lot of retailers will price match so Best Buy could be a real go-er if you see a discount on something you like on Amazon, for example. It's very much worth keeping an eye on all the other major retailers in June and July as a result of this.
However, while this is welcome, we still recommend considering a Prime membership as this will undoubtedly get you access to the most deals, and the best discounts. Plus you'll get all the extra benefits like the TV, and free delivery, and whatnot too. It's always worth a go if you can get a free trial too - just remember to cancel it before the fees kick in.
What will Amazon Prime Day TV deals look like in 2022?
We always find that looking back at the previous year's deals is a good starting point of figuring out what might happen this year.
The most exciting discounts to be found were, naturally, on the latest and greatest of 2021: LG's C1 and G1 OLED TVs, Samsung's NeoQLED range, and even Sony TVs got price cuts. We expect this to be the same again this year and with all of the big manufacturers making some blinding TVs for release in 2022, there could be a great opportunity to upgrade this summer.
Away from those premium models, Prime Day TV deals always come good for mid-range and budget models too. The Fire TVs from Toshiba you can get on Amazon often crash to ridiculous prices, and the likes of Hisense models and JVC televisions are worth looking at too if you're looking for a low-cost deal.
You can see more on the exact kind of deals that occurred in 2021 below - we expect to see the same pattern and level of deals, and definitely on those newer modes too. However, always remember those 'slightly older' models - these can offer even better value for money during sales!
What happened in last year's Prime Day TV deals?
As has been the case for the last couple of years particularly, it was not just Amazon who had the best TV deals, but all the big players came out to, well, play: Walmart, Best Buy, Newegg, B&H Photo. You think of the big retailer and they were all doing their own spin on the Amazon Prime Day TV deals.
Last year's best Amazon Prime Day TV deals - US
What TVs are on sale on Prime Day?
The easy answer to this is: All Kinds of TV! Basically, this is true, while sounding hyperbolic. If you need a TV this summer, the Prime Day TV deals are the best place to shop. We will see everything across the 'quality' and price spectrum receive discounts so if you're after a premium panel for your PS5 or a budget 4K TV for a spare room, there'll be a discount for you.
Is Prime Day free?
The short answer is 'yes, with an if', and the long answer is 'no, with a but'. Broadly speaking you can have access to some of the best of Prime Day without having to pay a penny for an account, a subscription, or any fees. However, if you want access to the best that Prime Day has to offer - including the best Prime Day TV deals - then paying for a Prime subscription (or going for a free trial could end up getting your access to the best deals and saving you even more money.
What month has the best deals on TVs?
Well, outside of the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales period that crosses over from late November into early December, the month of July traditionally has the best TV deals due to the inclusion of the Prime Day TV deals. These are definitely the mid-year highlight when it comes to sales and offers, and so give July (or June) the mantle of being the next-best month for TV deals.
Don't forget the likes of the best QLED TVs, the best OLED TVs, and the best 120 Hz 4K TVs will also be discounted this summer if you're looking for a specialist TV.
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