10/12/2026
Is it time to replace your TV? On average, a TV lasts between 5 and 10 years, but some signs may indicate that it's time to replace it sooner:
- Age: TVs may start to show their age around 5 years old, and typically fail after 8–11 years or about 50,000 hours of use.
- Picture quality: The screen may be fading, have colored lines, or poor sound quality.
- Functionality: The TV may not respond to the remote, take a long time to start, or lack smart functionality.
- Other issues: The TV may have screen burn-in or glare.
If you decide a new TV makes sense for you, the good news is that TV prices have been consistently decreasing, even as they've become larger and more technologically advanced.