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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you often watch movies and prefer a clear picture in a dimly-lit room, the TCL S555 would be a better choice because it offers a better dark room performance. However, if you want a TV with a better smart platform for streaming and can afford to spend slightly more, the Amazon Omni Series may suit you better. If you plan to watch in a bright room, neither TV is particularly well-suited for that environment. Both TVs have a similar refresh rate, which is adequate for casual viewing but not ideal for high-end gaming experiences. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Amazon Omni Series (LCD)
- The Amazon Omni Series (LCD) has no clear advantages over the TCL S555 (LCD).
Advantages of the TCL S555 (LCD)
- Good for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Good for movies & TV
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
Key differences
Picture Quality
6.1
7.8
7.38/10
CONTRAST
9.07/10
6.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.3/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL S555 (LCD) has good picture quality, while the Amazon Omni Series (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.6
7.9
7.38/10
CONTRAST
9.07/10
6.4/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
5.4/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL S555 (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Amazon Omni Series (LCD) is poor.
The Amazon Omni Series struggles with movies and cinematic TV due to its lack of local dimming which adversely impacts its contrast and black uniformity, whereas the TCL S555 performs better with good local dimming, high contrast, and impressive black uniformity. Additionally, the TCL S555 offers better colors out of the box and has a wider color volume, enhancing the overall viewing experience for cinematic content compared to the Amazon Omni Series.
Gaming
5.6
6.7
6.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
7.0/10
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
2.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
80.0/100
5.9/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.3/10
The TCL S555 (LCD) is only fair for gaming, while the Amazon Omni Series (LCD) is poor.
The Amazon Omni Series has a fair response time and very good input lag, which means it reacts relatively well to gaming inputs but may not transition between images as quickly as desired. The TCL S555, on the other hand, has a good response time and the best input lag, providing smoother transitions and more immediate reaction to gaming commands.
Cartoons & Animation
5.8
8.4
5.9/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.4/10
6.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.3/10
7.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
5.2/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.6/10
6.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.4/10
The TCL S555 (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Amazon Omni Series (LCD) is poor.
The Amazon Omni Series struggles with watching cartoons & animation as it displays poor color out of the box and a poor color gamut, which are crucial for vivid and diverse colors. In comparison, the TCL S555 excels in the same content due to its very good performance in color out of the box and a good color gamut, ensuring a more vibrant and wider range of colors for animated visuals.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.0
7.0
7.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
5.4/10
The TCL S555 (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Amazon Omni Series (LCD) is only fair.
The TCL S555 displays news and other TV programs better than the Amazon Omni Series partly because it has very good colors right out of the box and its SDR brightness is rated as very good, making it easier to see in most lighting conditions. Additionally, the TCL S555 benefits from better upscaling of lower-resolution content, which is important for watching various TV programs that are not in high definition.
Bright Room
6.3
7.3
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.5/10
7.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
5.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The TCL S555 (LCD) is good for bright room, while the Amazon Omni Series (LCD) is only fair.
The TCL S555 is better suited for bright rooms because it has a higher SDR and HDR brightness, which helps maintain picture quality in well-lit environments. In contrast, though the Amazon Omni Series manages reflections fairly, its lower brightness makes it less ideal for bright rooms, and both struggle with reflections handling.
Cost
$400
$430
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The Amazon Omni Series (LCD) has a price of $400 and the TCL S555 (LCD) costs $430.
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Key similarities
Sports
5.8
6.3
2.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
5.4/10
7.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers TCL S555 (LCD) to be only fair for sports, while the Amazon Omni Series (LCD) is poor.
The Amazon Omni Series has poorer performance when watching sports due mainly to its slower response time and less effective motion processing, which can make fast movements appear blurry. In contrast, the TCL S555 does a better job handling motion with a better response time and motion processing capabilities, but it still struggles with reflections, which can be distracting in bright rooms.
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How the Amazon Omni Series (LCD) and the TCL S555 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Amazon Omni Series (LCD) | TCL S555 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$400 | $430 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Amazon | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 2, 2021 | September 1, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 4K50M600A | 50S555 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 50" | 50" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Fire OS | Roku TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 6.1/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 6.2/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.3/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.7/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.7/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 5.9/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 25.5" x 44.1" x 3.6" | 25.3" x 43.8" x 3" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 27.8" x 44.1" | 27.2" x 43.8" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 20.8 lbs | 24.5 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 300 x 300 | 200 x 200 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 11 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | No | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 7.4/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 6.1/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 16 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Bypass only | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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Amazon Omni Series (LCD)
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Nick Pino | July 2022
"If you want a competent budget screen with some handy features, the Amazon Omni TV delivers an experience that punches well above its price tag. You’ll also get the benefit of Fire TV’s new UI right out of the box. It’s clean and simple to understand, plus it puts content first. In the picture-quality department, the Amazon Omni is a surprising star among some of its dimmer, less colorful rivals."
TCL S555 (LCD)
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Caleb Denison | December 2022
"It looks great out of the box and the picture quality it is rock-solid for the price. (...) What really makes this a decent gaming TV, though, is the very low input lag. (...) But if you want to save a little money, the TCL S555 strikes a great balance between cost and performance – the kind of performance that’s impressive enough to deliver some wow to your eyes. (...)"
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About Amazon
Amazon, the largest online retailer in North America, has forged partnerships with TCL and Hisense to produce white-label TVs incorporating their Fire OS software. These Amazon-branded TVs typically compete in the low-end and mid-range segments, offering compelling price points. Leveraging their strong reputation, Amazon has swiftly built brand trust in the TV market despite being relatively new to it. To enhance their popularity, these TVs integrate features from the Amazon ecosystem, including Alexa, providing users with a seamless and interconnected TV experience.
About TCL
TCL, the highly recognizable TV brand from China, has firmly established itself as the second-largest manufacturer in terms of sales volume. Renowned for striking an impressive balance between affordability, picture quality, and design, TCL TVs deliver a compelling overall package. While they have traditionally excelled in the low-end and midrange TV segments, TCL has recently made remarkable strides in the realm of high-end televisions, introducing impressive models that rival top competitors. Most TCL TVs use Roku software which is very user friendly and easy to use, but they have a few other models that use Google TV which has the largest app selection, but is not as user friendly as Roku.
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