Hisense A 32-Inch Class 4 Series HD Smart Fire TV Full Array LED 31.5" 2025 Review

A fantastic $100 streaming box that happens to have a TV attached. The audio and Fire TV smarts are great, but the 720p screen shows its age.

Let's be real about the Hisense A4: this is a $100 TV that's shockingly good at being a $100 TV. The one thing you need to know is that it punches way above its weight class in smart features and audio, but you're absolutely buying a 720p screen in 2025. If you need a simple, cheap set for a bedroom, kitchen, or guest room where you just want to stream Netflix and ask Alexa to turn on the lights, this is your move. It's not trying to be a home theater centerpiece, and that's fine.

The biggest surprise here is the audio. It's in the 80th percentile according to our database, and that's not just marketing fluff. The DTS Virtual:X processing actually makes dialogue clear and gives some decent punch without needing a soundbar right away. The Fire TV interface is also snappy and intuitive, landing in the 78th percentile for smart features. The picture quality, however, lands in the 45th percentile. It's fine for casual viewing, but the 720p resolution is its obvious ceiling.

For $100, it's absolutely worth it. You're getting a fully functional smart TV with a great platform and better-than-expected sound. Just manage your expectations: you're buying convenience and smarts, not a stunning picture.

Don't compare this to the Sony BRAVIA or LG OLEDs listed—that's like comparing a scooter to a sports car. The real competition is other budget 32-inch sets. Compared to a basic Roku TV at a similar price, the Hisense A4 wins on audio and the polish of the Fire TV/Alexa ecosystem. If you find a TCL or Insignia 32-inch 1080p TV on sale for $150, that's a tougher call: you'd trade some smart features for a significantly sharper picture.

If you're looking for a sharp, detailed picture for movie night, this isn't it. The 720p display is the compromise. Go find a 1080p or 4K TV, even if it's a slightly older model on clearance. Also, skip this if you hate the Fire TV interface—you're stuck with it.

We recommend it, but with a very specific use case in mind. Buy the Hisense A4 if you need a cheap, no-fuss secondary TV for streaming and smart home control. The audio and interface are legitimately good. Do not buy this if you care about picture clarity, plan to use it as a main TV, or want to hook up a gaming console. For that, save up a little more.