The TCL S334 is a budget LCD TV that is suitable for general use but may not satisfy those looking for high-quality picture or performance. Its overall picture quality, gaming experience, and performance in dark or bright rooms are considered poor. If you enjoy watching sports, its performance is somewhat better but still not at a premium level. It also struggles with contrast and local dimming is not available, which affects the deepness of blacks. This TV performs decently for color accuracy out of the box and has a good score for reflections, making it somewhat suitable for well-lit rooms. It possesses a standard 60Hz refresh rate and while it has low input lag, which is good for casual gaming, its motion processing capabilities are not impressive. With only two HDMI ports, connectivity options are limited. The S334 does not support advanced HDR formats like HDR10+, Dolby Vision, or HLG and lacks features like Dolby Atmos and DTS:X for immersive sound, which means a less engaging experience for movies and serious gaming. However, its sound quality is rated as poor, and if sound is important to you, consider investing in external speakers. This model, due to its lower price point, might fit customers who are not seeking advanced features and are satisfied with a basic television experience. Give Feedback
GENERAL | |||
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Price | |||
Price | $196 | ||
Brand | TCL | ||
Release Date | February 3, 2021 | ||
Full name | 43S334 | ||
Screen Size | 43" | ||
Screen Resolution | 1080P | ||
TV FEATURES | |||
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Operating System | Android TV | ||
Sound Quality Score | 5.9/10 | ||
NextGen Ready | No | ||
HDMI Ports | 2 | ||
Coax Ports | 1 | ||
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
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Picture Quality Score | 5.3/10 | ||
Bright Room Score | 4.7/10 | ||
Gaming Score | 5.8/10 | ||
Movies & TV Score | 5.2/10 | ||
Sports Score | 6.3/10 | ||
PHYSICAL | |||
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Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 22.4" x 38.1" x 3.4" | ||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 24.4" x 38.1" | ||
Weight without Stand | 14.8 lbs | ||
VESA Mount | 200 x 200 |
DISPLAY | |||
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Color Depth | 8 bit | ||
Black Frame Insertion | No | ||
Auto Low Latency Mode | No | ||
Contrast | 4.3/10 | ||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | ||
SOUND | |||
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Speaker Setup | 2.0 | ||
Speaker Power | 20 W | ||
Dolby Atmos | No | ||
DTS:X | No |