Govee TV Backlight 3
By Ethan Halfhide · Updated
Dual-camera TV backlight with a matching RGBWIC strip, no hub needed.
Govee TV Backlight 3
Specifications
- Price
- $109.99
- Device type
- Light Strip
- Ecosystems
- Alexa, Google Home
- Rooms
- Living Room
- Connectivity
- Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
- Hub required
- No
- Rental friendly
- No
- Matter certified
- Yes
- Installation
- Adhesive strip
- Energy Star
- No
- Local control
- Not published
- Voice control
- Yes
About
The Govee TV Backlight 3 uses a dual camera to read what is on screen and mirror it onto an RGBWIC light strip behind the TV. As of September 2026 it lists at $109.99 for 55 to 65 inch TVs and $139.99 for 75 to 85 inch TVs on us.govee.com.
It connects over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, lists Matter support, and can sync up to 10 Govee devices through DreamView. For how it compares with Philips Hue's sync options, see Govee vs Philips Hue lights compared.
Pros
- +Camera and light strip in one kit, with no hub or sync box
- +Costs less than Hue's camera plus strip setup (prices as of September 2026)
- +Lists Matter support and syncs up to 10 Govee devices through DreamView
Cons
- −Camera-based sync needs correct placement and calibration
- −Sold in two sizes, so match the kit to your TV (55 to 65 in or 75 to 85 in)
How it compares
| Device | Price | Ecosystems | Matter | Hub required | Local control |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Govee TV Backlight 3 | $109.99 | Alexa, Google Home | Yes | No | Not published |
| Philips Hue Play Gradient Lightstrip (55") | $279.99 | Alexa, Google Home, HomeKit, Matter | No | Yes | Yes |
About the author
Ethan Halfhide: Ethan Halfhide is a smart home enthusiast and AI technologist who follows the connected home market closely, from smart locks and security cameras to robot vacuums, lighting, sensors and hubs. He curates HomeGearLab's device directory, comparing products on published specs, compatibility, setup requirements and price so readers can pick gear that fits their home and works together.