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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you primarily watch movies and series or enjoy vibrant, cartoon and animation content, the Vizio V-Series could be a better choice for you, as it has been praised for its performance in these areas. However, the TCL S470G has a slight edge in gaming with a quicker response and lower input lag, making it a good pick for gamers. When considering bright room usage, the Vizio V-Series has a higher bright room score, meaning it might perform slightly better in well-lit environments. Furthermore, the Vizio V-Series is known for better contrast, which can enhance overall picture quality, especially in darker rooms. On price, the TCL is often slightly less expensive than the Vizio, so if budget is a concern, you might lean towards the TCL. Both TVs have their strengths, so your choice should reflect what you value more: the gaming performance and price of the TCL or the superior movie watching experience and bright room performance of the Vizio. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the TCL S470G (LCD)
- Good viewing angle
Advantages of the Vizio V-Series (LCD)
- Good for cartoons & animation
Key differences
Picture Quality
5.4
6.8
3.76/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
6.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.2/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Vizio V-Series (LCD) has only fair picture quality, while the TCL S470G (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.0
6.3
3.76/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
5.4/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.7/10
6.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Vizio V-Series (LCD) is only fair for movies & TV, while the TCL S470G (LCD) is poor.
The TCL S470G has a lower contrast ratio and lacks local dimming capabilities, which results in less impressive black levels and reduced depth in darker scenes when compared to the Vizio V-Series, which benefits from a higher contrast and better black uniformity but suffers from more limited viewing angles and not as accurate colors straight out of the box. While the TCL offers good color accuracy without the need for calibration, the Vizio's superior contrast and black uniformity makes it more suitable for movies and cinematic TV, despite some color accuracy and viewing angle trade-offs.
Cartoons & Animation
5.7
7.0
7.2/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
6.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.2/10
5.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
7.4/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.3/10
6.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
5.9/10
The Vizio V-Series (LCD) is good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL S470G (LCD) is poor.
The TCL S470G has colors that are rated as good right out of the box and its color gamut is adequate for cartoons and animation, however, the Vizio V-Series is known for having very good colors out of the box, which along with its superior contrast enhances the vibrancy and appeal of animated content. Despite both TVs having similar color volume and SDR brightness, the Vizio V-Series' better execution of key color metrics contributes to its more favorable viewing experience for cartoons and animation.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.4
6.3
5.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
6.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
The Vizio V-Series (LCD) is only fair for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S470G (LCD) is poor.
The TCL S470G (LCD) is poorer for watching news, talk shows, and TV programs mainly due to its subpar SDR brightness and upscaling, which means it doesn’t handle lower resolution content as well and may appear dimmer. Meanwhile, the Vizio V-Series (LCD) is better in this regard because it offers satisfactory upscaling and 'Colors Out of the Box,' resulting in brighter images and more accurate colors without adjustment.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.2
6.1
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.9/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
6.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
5.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL S470G (LCD) and Vizio V-Series (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The TCL S470G and Vizio V-Series both exhibit fair performance when watching sports, with specific considerations; the TCL is challenged by slower response times, which can affect how fast-moving objects look on screen, but it handles reflections well, making it suitable for brighter rooms. Conversely, the Vizio has better response times, providing smoother motion for dynamic action, but is less effective at handling reflections, reducing visibility in well-lit environments.
Gaming
5.6
5.6
5.9/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.9/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.9/10
5.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
5.4/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.4/10
The TCL S470G (LCD) and Vizio V-Series (LCD) are both poor for gaming.
The TCL S470G and Vizio V-Series both have poor gaming performance due to low response time and input lag scores, which are critical for a smooth and responsive gaming experience. Additionally, both TVs have a 60Hz refresh rate that isn't ideal for gaming, as higher refresh rates can provide smoother motion.
Bright Room
5.3
5.8
7.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.1/10
5.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
5.3/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.3/10
6.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.3/10
The Vizio V-Series (LCD) and TCL S470G (LCD) are both poor for bright room.
The TCL S470G and Vizio V-Series struggle in bright rooms due to their poor SDR and HDR brightness, which means neither is likely to stand out well against ambient light. Additionally, both TVs are rated as having fair reflection handling, which implies they might not adequately reduce glare, further impacting their visibility in well-lit environments.
Cost
$200
$199
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
The TCL S470G (LCD) has a price of $200 and the Vizio V-Series (LCD) costs $199.
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How the TCL S470G (LCD) and the Vizio V-Series (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| TCL S470G (LCD) | Vizio V-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$200 | $199 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | TCL | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 2, 2023 | June 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 43S470G | V435-J01 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 43" | 43" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Google TV | SmartCast | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 5.9/10 | 6.4/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 3 | 3 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 5.4/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 5.4/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.7/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.1/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.2/10 | 6.1/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 22" x 37.7" x 3.1" | 22.3" x 38.1" x 3.3" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 23.7" x 37.7" | 24.5" x 38.3" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 13.7 lbs | 15.6 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 200 x 200 | 200 x 200 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | No | No | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 3.8/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.8/10 | 2.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 10 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Bypass only | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Yes, Bypass only | |
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Stratos Kampourogiannis | November 2023
"On the bright side the S4 does have great viewing angles that can make it an excellent family TV. It has great color coverage, its input lag is extremely low, it supports Dolby Vision and comes with Google TV."
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Geoffrey Morrison | June 2021
"Vizio's cheapest 4K HDR TV packs in a lot for a low price. The voice control via the remote works well, about as well as Roku's version on devices that have it. So if you know your way around a TV menu, or want to be able to dial in the picture even on an inexpensive TV, the Vizio is the better choice"
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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.
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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