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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you prioritize a better streaming experience and slightly better picture quality, especially for movies and gaming, the TCL S546 could be the better option for you. However, it may not perform as well in very bright rooms. On the other hand, the Vizio V-Series may offer a relatively better handling of reflections in bright rooms, but doesn't match the TCL in terms of overall picture quality and streaming experience. Both TVs are similarly priced, so your choice should be based on the specific viewing conditions and content preferences you have. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the TCL S546 (LCD)
- Good for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Good for movies & TV
Advantages of the Vizio V-Series (LCD)
- Good for cartoons & animation
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.4
6.8
8.21/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
8.0/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.2/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL S546 (LCD) has good picture quality, while the Vizio V-Series (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
7.0
6.3
8.21/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
6.8/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.7/10
5.9/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL S546 (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Vizio V-Series (LCD) is only fair.
The TCL S546 provides better local dimming and more accurate colors out of the box, enhancing movie and cinematic TV watching by improving contrast and color representation. However, the Vizio V-Series, while offering slightly better black uniformity, falls short with no local dimming and less precise colors, diminishing the depth and richness essential for an immersive viewing experience.
Gaming
6.6
5.6
7.6/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.9/10
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
4.6/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.9/10
60.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
6.9/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.4/10
The TCL S546 (LCD) is only fair for gaming, while the Vizio V-Series (LCD) is poor.
The TCL S546 offers good response time and very good input lag, making it more suitable for gaming as it provides smoother motion and more immediate reaction to user inputs. In contrast, the Vizio V-Series has a poor response time, which can result in motion blur and delay in movement, detrimental for gaming experiences.
Bright Room
7.2
5.8
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.1/10
8.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
6.8/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.3/10
6.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.3/10
The TCL S546 (LCD) is good for bright room, while the Vizio V-Series (LCD) is poor.
The TCL S546 outperforms the Vizio V-Series for watching TV in a bright room because it has a much better SDR brightness, which is crucial for clear images under bright conditions, and a fair HDR brightness that enhances viewing during high dynamic range content.
Cost
$420
$390
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The TCL S546 (LCD) has a price of $420 and the Vizio V-Series (LCD) costs $390.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.3
6.1
4.6/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.9/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
5.9/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
8.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL S546 (LCD) and Vizio V-Series (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The TCL S546 has slightly better motion processing which is important for fluid action when watching sports, but it has a narrower viewing angle and fair reflection handling, impacting group viewing in bright rooms. The Vizio V-Series is weaker in motion processing, leading to potentially less smooth action, although it has similar struggles with reflections and a slightly worse viewing angle, but performs slightly worse in gray uniformity which can affect the look of sports fields or courts.
Cartoons & Animation
6.6
7.0
7.8/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
8.0/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.2/10
8.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
4.4/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.3/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
5.9/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Vizio V-Series (LCD) to be good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL S546 (LCD) is only fair.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.4
6.3
8.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
5.9/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
The TCL S546 (LCD) and Vizio V-Series (LCD) are both only fair for news, talk, & other TV.
The TCL S546 excels in upscaling lower-resolution content and delivers very good SDR brightness, making it suitable for watching news and talk shows, particularly in brighter rooms. However, the Vizio V-Series, while providing very good colors out of the box, falls short on SDR brightness which might be less favorable for daytime viewing but it compensates with a slightly better upscaling performance.
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How the TCL S546 (LCD) and the Vizio V-Series (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| TCL S546 (LCD) | Vizio V-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$420 | $390 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | TCL | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 2, 2021 | June 3, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 55S546 | V555-J01 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 55" | 55" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Android 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 | 7.4/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.2/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.7/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 7/10 | 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) | 28.1" x 48.3" x 3" | 28.5" x 49.1" x 3.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 30.1" x 48.3" | 30.9" x 49.1" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 34.4 lbs | 30.1 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 200 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 | 8.2/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 5.7/10 | 2.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 16 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Bypass only | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | 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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