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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're looking for a more cost-effective option, the Amazon 4-Series (LCD) is typically much less expensive and would be suitable for general content in well-lit rooms. However, it will not perform as well for movies in dark rooms or for high-end gaming. In contrast, the Vizio P-Series (LCD) costs more but offers superior performance for movies, especially in dark rooms, sports content, and gaming. Its higher brightness and better color reproduction make it a better choice for various lighting conditions and it is well-suited for gaming due to a better response time and support for advanced gaming features. If sound quality is important, note that neither TV has great built-in speakers. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Amazon 4-Series (LCD)
- The Amazon 4-Series (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Vizio P-Series (LCD).
Advantages of the Vizio P-Series (LCD)
- Very good for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Good for gaming
- Good for movies & TV
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
- Very good reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
5.7
7.9
7.13/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
6.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.1/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) has good picture quality, while the Amazon 4-Series (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.2
7.7
7.13/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
5.9/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Amazon 4-Series (LCD) is poor.
The Amazon 4-Series has no local dimming, which is crucial for deep blacks and high contrast, leading to poor performance in black uniformity, thus not ideal for movies where dark scenes are common. On the other hand, the Vizio P-Series excels with implementing local dimming, resulting in excellent contrast and black uniformity, enhancing the cinematic experience with rich, detailed dark scenes and vibrant colors.
Sports
5.7
6.4
2.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) is only fair for sports, while the Amazon 4-Series (LCD) is poor.
The Amazon 4-Series is considered poor for watching sports primarily due to its slow response time and lack of motion processing features, which can result in motion blur and ghosting during fast-paced scenes. On the other hand, the Vizio P-Series is rated as fair for sports, as it offers slightly better response time and fair motion processing, reducing motion blur to a certain extent, although it may still not be ideal for those who are particularly sensitive to these issues.
Gaming
5.5
7.7
5.6/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.0/10
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
2.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
5.7/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) is good for gaming, while the Amazon 4-Series (LCD) is poor.
The Amazon 4-Series has a poor response time which can create blur in fast-moving games and very good input lag which is suitable for gaming responsiveness, while the Vizio P-Series is considered good for gaming due to its fair response time, reducing motion blur and its good input lag which offers faster reaction times for games.
Cartoons & Animation
5.4
8.3
5.9/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.3/10
6.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.1/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
3.4/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.2/10
5.9/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.4/10
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Amazon 4-Series (LCD) is poor.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.7
7.2
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Amazon 4-Series (LCD) is poor.
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) is better for watching news, talk shows, and other TV programs due to its very good SDR brightness, which ensures the picture appears clear even in bright rooms, and its effective local dimming, which enhances contrast. In contrast, the Amazon 4-Series (LCD) offers only fair SDR brightness, which might make it less suitable for bright rooms, and lacks local dimming, resulting in lower picture quality in these viewing conditions.
Bright Room
6.1
8.9
5.2/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
5.6/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
6.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.6/10
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) is very good for bright room, while the Amazon 4-Series (LCD) is only fair.
The Amazon 4-Series isn't as suited for bright rooms due to its fair performance in SDR brightness, HDR brightness, and handling reflections, whereas the Vizio P-Series excels in these areas with very good ratings for both types of brightness and reflection handling, ensuring better visibility in well-lit environments. Additionally, while contrast, color volume, and color gamut are somewhat important, the Vizio P-Series still maintains a good contrast that aids in preserving picture quality, unlike the Amazon 4-Series which has poorer performance that affects its overall bright room viewing experience.
Cost
$330
$998
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Amazon 4-Series (LCD) has a price of $330 and the Vizio P-Series (LCD) costs $998.
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Spec Comparison
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| Amazon 4-Series (LCD) | Vizio P-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$330 | $998 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Amazon | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 3, 2021 | July 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 4K55N400A | P65Q9-J01 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 55" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Fire OS | SmartCast | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.1/10 | 6.9/10 | |
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 | 5.8/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.1/10 | 9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.3/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 5.8/10 | 6.4/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 28.3" x 57.2" x 3.5" | 32.9" x 57" x 3.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 29.8" x 57.2" | 34.7" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 42.5 lbs | 53.3 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 300 x 300 | 400 x 200 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | No | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 7.1/10 | 8/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 16 W | 30 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Bypass only | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | |
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Jim Martin | May 2023
"The attraction here is that the 4-Series uses Amazon’s Fire TV interface. Picture quality is good but unexceptional. At the discounted prices, which can seemingly be had regularly, they are better value."
Vizio P-Series (LCD)
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Brian Westover | October 2021
"We were even more pleased to see that performance had improved across the board, with the display offering better color, brightness, and shorter lag times than the already excellent Roku model. Color accuracy was great right out of the box. The TCL 5-Series Google TV becomes a great option for demanding gamers."
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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 Vizio
Vizio is an American company. While they initially gained recognition for offering budget-friendly TVs, they have successfully expanded their product lineup to include high-end options as well. They manufacture TVs primarily in Mexico, China, and Vietnam. Similar to many Korean TV brands, Vizio developed its own smart TV software called SmartCast. In the past, SmartCast was not the best smart TV software, but it has evolved so that it is now good for using your TV and connecting to streaming services.
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