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The Samsung Frame Series offers a premium design that resembles a picture frame, making it a stylish addition to your home. It performs better for gaming due to a higher gaming score and has a better reflection handling, which is useful in bright rooms. This TV, however, comes at a typically much higher price. For those more price-conscious, the TCL S555 offers better overall picture quality and is very good for watching movies, series, cartoons, and animations. It also has superior black uniformity, which is good for viewing in dark rooms. Be aware that it has a lower gaming performance and motion processing capacities compared to the Samsung Frame Series, and its lower reflection score means it might not be as good in bright rooms. If you value a better price-to-performance ratio and your viewing habits include a lot of diverse content, the TCL S555 could be a more cost-effective choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Frame Series (LCD)
- Good for gaming
- Good for use as monitor
- Good for upscaling
- Good motion processing
- Good reflections
Advantages of the TCL S555 (LCD)
- Good for dark room
- Good for movies & TV
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.1
7.8
7.75/10
CONTRAST
9.07/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.3/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL S555 (LCD) and Samsung Frame Series (LCD) both have good picture quality, though the TCL S555 (LCD) has somewhat better picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.2
7.9
7.75/10
CONTRAST
9.07/10
6.5/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.4/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL S555 (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Frame Series has a lower contrast ratio and black uniformity than the TCL S555, which means the TCL can display deeper blacks and a wider range of dark shades, making it better for watching movies and cinematic TV. Additionally, the TCL S555's local dimming feature, which helps enhance contrast and black levels particularly in dark scenes, further improves its suitability for these types of content compared to the Samsung Frame Series, which lacks this feature.
Sports
6.8
6.3
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.4/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) and TCL S555 (LCD) are both only fair for sports, though the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Samsung Frame Series offers better motion processing and response time than the TCL S555, making it more suitable for sports with fast movement, but the TCL S555 has better reflection handling. Both models, however, have limited viewing angles which can impact off-center viewing and their gray uniformity is only adequate, which may affect how the picture looks on a uniform background like a football field or a cloudy sky.
Gaming
7.8
6.7
8.2/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
7.0/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
80.0/100
7.0/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.3/10
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is good for gaming, while the TCL S555 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Frame Series offers a very good response time and the best input lag, making it optimal for gaming, while the TCL S555, although rated good for response time, doesn't match the Frame Series in input lag which is crucial for quick reflexes in gameplay.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.5
7.0
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.4/10
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) and TCL S555 (LCD) are both good for news, talk, & other TV, though the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Samsung Frame Series excels in upscaling lower-resolution content and has adequate brightness for SDR content, which makes it suitable for viewing news and TV programs even in well-lit rooms. The TCL S555, while not as strong in upscaling, offers good brightness and contrast, providing clear visuals that work well for news and general programming, particularly in dim or moderately lit environments.
Cost
$1,598
$600
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) has a price of $1,598 and the TCL S555 (LCD) costs $600.
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Key similarities
Cartoons & Animation
8.1
8.4
7.2/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.4/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.3/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
8.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.6/10
6.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.4/10
The TCL S555 (LCD) and Samsung Frame Series (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The Samsung Frame Series and TCL S555 both display cartoons and animation well due to their strong performance in colors out of the box and color gamut, ensuring rich and accurate shades immediately upon setup. While the Samsung has good color volume, gray uniformity, and brightness, useful for vibrant images even in well-lit rooms, the TCL boasts excellent contrast, enhancing the depth and richness of images.
Bright Room
7.3
7.3
5.4/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.5/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
6.8/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
7.8/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The TCL S555 (LCD) and Samsung Frame Series (LCD) are both good for bright room.
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) handles reflections well and is bright enough for good viewing in SDR content, making it suitable for bright rooms, although it has a fair contrast which may affect dark scene detail. The TCL S555 (LCD) also performs well in bright rooms due to very good SDR brightness and reflection handling, but its poorer score in dealing with reflections and contrast might make it less ideal when compared to the Samsung.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Samsung Frame Series (LCD) | TCL S555 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,598 | $600 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 4, 2022 | September 3, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65LS03B | 65S555 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Roku TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.6/10 | 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 | 7.2/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.3/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.2/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.8/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.8" x 57.4" x 1" | 32.7" x 56.9" x 3" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 34.2" x 57.4" | 35" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 49.4 lbs | 45.9 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 300 | 300 x 300 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 13 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | Yes | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 7.8/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 6.1/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0.2 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 40 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Bypass only | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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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 Samsung
Samsung, a South Korean electronics manufacturer, holds the title of being the largest global TV vendor in terms of units sold. They offer a diverse lineup of TV products that cater to various budget ranges. A notable achievement in recent years is the development of Quantum Dots, a technology that enhances color reproduction, resulting in richer and more vibrant hues. Samsung TVs are well-regarded for their high manufacturing quality and user-friendly software, making them an excellent choice for consumers seeking an intuitive viewing 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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