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If you often watch movies or play games and want better performance, the TCL Q7 might be the better option for you, though it comes at a higher cost. However, if you're looking to save money and need a TV mostly for casual viewing like news or cartoons, the Vizio V-Series can suffice at a budget price. In bright rooms, the TCL Q7 performs slightly better than the Vizio, but neither is outstanding. Neither TV is ideal for sunny rooms, but if this is a primary concern, the TCL Q7 has a slight edge. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the TCL Q7 (LCD)
- Good for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Very good for gaming
- Good for movies & TV
- Good for use as monitor
Advantages of the Vizio V-Series (LCD)
- The Vizio V-Series (LCD) has no clear advantages over the TCL Q7 (LCD).
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.8
6.8
7.88/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
7.5/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.2/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL Q7 (LCD) has good picture quality, while the Vizio V-Series (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
7.7
6.3
7.88/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
8.7/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.7/10
4.8/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL Q7 (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Vizio V-Series (LCD) is only fair.
The TCL Q7 offers better performance for movies and cinematic TV due to its good local dimming and excellent black uniformity, which enhances contrast and produces deeper blacks for a more immersive experience. In comparison, the Vizio V-Series lacks local dimming, resulting in less impressive contrast and black levels, and also exhibits weaker color volume and gray uniformity, which may lead to less vibrant colors and uneven shades across the screen.
Gaming
8.2
5.6
8.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.9/10
7.3/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
4.6/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.9/10
90.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
8.2/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.4/10
The TCL Q7 (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Vizio V-Series (LCD) is poor.
The TCL Q7 excels in gaming due to its very good response time and good input lag, making fast-paced visuals smooth and gameplay responsive. Conversely, the Vizio V-Series falls short for gaming with its poor response time, despite having a very good input lag, leading to less crisp motion during rapid scenes.
Cartoons & Animation
7.8
7.0
7.6/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
7.5/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.2/10
8.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
6.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.3/10
7.5/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
5.9/10
The TCL Q7 (LCD) and Vizio V-Series (LCD) are both good for cartoons & animation, though the TCL Q7 (LCD) is somewhat better.
The TCL Q7 delivers colors out of the box well, which is essential for the vibrant hues often found in cartoons and animation, and it has a good color volume, enhancing the variety and depth of colors shown. On the other hand, the Vizio V-Series stands out with very good colors out of the box, ensuring that animated content looks pleasing without the need for calibration, but it may fall behind in color gamut and color volume, which could limit the range of shades it can display.
Bright Room
7.6
5.8
5.2/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.1/10
8.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
7.6/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.3/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.3/10
The TCL Q7 (LCD) is good for bright room, while the Vizio V-Series (LCD) is poor.
The TCL Q7 is better for bright rooms because it offers "Very Good" SDR brightness and "Good" HDR brightness, which makes it able to handle ambient light well, although it has a lower score for reflection handling. In contrast, the Vizio V-Series struggles with only "Poor" SDR and HDR brightness, which means it performs poorly in well-lit environments despite having a somewhat better score for reflection handling.
Cost
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$390
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$500
$600
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The TCL Q7 (LCD) has a price of $600 and the Vizio V-Series (LCD) costs $390.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.4
6.1
4.6/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.9/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
7.3/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
4.8/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
8.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL Q7 (LCD) and Vizio V-Series (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The TCL Q7 has a faster response time and better motion processing which makes it a good choice for sports, but its limitations in reflection handling and viewing angles could detract from the experience in bright rooms or when viewed from the side. Meanwhile, the Vizio V-Series manages reflections and has similar issues with viewing angles but falls behind in response time and motion processing, leading to less clarity during fast action.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.3
6.3
8.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
4.8/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
The TCL Q7 (LCD) and Vizio V-Series (LCD) are both only fair for news, talk, & other TV.
The TCL Q7 performs well in upscaling and SDR brightness, which is crucial for a clear viewing experience in news and talk shows, but lacks the Vizio V-Series's excellent color accuracy out of the box. Conversely, the Vizio V-Series, while providing vibrant and accurate colors initially, falls short in SDR brightness and doesn't offer local dimming, which can make the screen less readable in brightly lit environments.
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How the TCL Q7 (LCD) and the Vizio V-Series (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| TCL Q7 (LCD) | Vizio V-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$600 | $390 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | TCL | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 4, 2023 | June 3, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 55Q750G | V555-J01 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 55" | 55" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Google TV | SmartCast | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.9/10 | 6.4/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 3 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.7/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.3/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 7.8/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.4/10 | 6.1/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 28" x 48.2" x 2.8" | 28.5" x 49.1" x 3.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 30.2" x 48.2" | 30.9" x 49.1" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 28.9 lbs | 30.1 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 300 | 300 x 200 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | Yes | No | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 7.9/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 6.8/10 | 2.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 30 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Bypass only | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | Yes, Bypass only | Yes, Bypass only | |
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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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