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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prefer overall better picture quality and gaming performance, the TCL S555 might be worth the higher price. It performs better in dark rooms thanks to higher contrast and brightness. For movies and TV series, its picture quality is notably better. It also has better reflection handling, making it suitable for rooms with some lights on. However, if you're on a tighter budget and still want a decent-sized TV, the Vizio V-Series could save you money. It performs adequately for various content types but may not match the TCL in darker settings or with the richness of colors. The Vizio also has fewer HDMI ports which might limit connectivity options. Both TVs support essential HDR formats, but neither offers advanced audio formats like Dolby Atmos out of the box. Sound is decent on both, but external speakers or a soundbar could enhance your audio experience. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the TCL S555 (LCD)
- Good for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Good for movies & TV
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
Advantages of the Vizio V-Series (LCD)
- The Vizio V-Series (LCD) has no clear advantages over the TCL S555 (LCD).
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.8
6.8
9.07/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
7.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.2/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL S555 (LCD) has good picture quality, while the Vizio V-Series (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
7.9
6.3
9.07/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
7.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.7/10
5.4/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL S555 (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Vizio V-Series (LCD) is only fair.
The TCL S555 offers better performance for movies and cinematic TV with higher contrast, more effective local dimming, and better black uniformity, enhancing dark scene reproduction, but with less impressive viewing angles and color accuracy out of the box compared to the Vizio V-Series. However, the Vizio V-Series, despite its lower contrast and absence of local dimming which may reduce depth in dark scenes, provides wider viewing angles and consistent colors straight out of the box, potentially making it more suitable for casual viewing in varied seating arrangements.
Gaming
6.7
5.6
7.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.9/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
4.6/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.9/10
80.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
7.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.4/10
The TCL S555 (LCD) is only fair for gaming, while the Vizio V-Series (LCD) is poor.
The TCL S555 is better suited for gaming than the Vizio V-Series because it has better response time and lower input lag, which are crucial for fast-paced games where quick screen transitions and timely reactions are key. With these advantages, gamers will experience less motion blur and more responsive gameplay on the TCL S555 compared to the Vizio V-Series.
Cartoons & Animation
8.4
7.0
7.4/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
7.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.2/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
8.6/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.3/10
6.4/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
5.9/10
The TCL S555 (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Vizio V-Series (LCD) is good.
The TCL S555 is considered very good for watching cartoons and animations due to its very good colors out of the box and good color gamut, which ensures vibrant and accurate colors. In comparison, the Vizio V-Series, while still good for cartoons and animations, has very good colors out of the box but a poorer color gamut that could lead to less vivid color representation.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.0
6.3
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
5.4/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
The TCL S555 (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Vizio V-Series (LCD) is only fair.
The TCL S555 is better suited for watching news and talk shows due to its very good SDR brightness and effective upscaling of lower-resolution content, enhancing the clarity of standard TV broadcasts. In contrast, the Vizio V-Series has poor SDR brightness and less capable upscaling, which may result in lower picture quality for everyday TV programs.
Bright Room
7.3
5.8
5.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.1/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
7.0/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.3/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.3/10
The TCL S555 (LCD) is good for bright room, while the Vizio V-Series (LCD) is poor.
The TCL S555 is better suited for bright rooms because it has higher SDR and HDR brightness levels, improving visibility in well-lit conditions, while the Vizio V-Series struggles with lower brightness and may appear dimmer in such environments. Additionally, despite the TCL S555 having a lower score for handling reflections compared to the Vizio, its higher brightness somewhat compensates, making it a more suitable choice for bright rooms.
Cost
$433
$390
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The TCL S555 (LCD) has a price of $433 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
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
5.4/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL S555 (LCD) and Vizio V-Series (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The TCL S555 offers good response time which is great for fast-moving sports action, but its poor performance handling reflections could hinder viewing in bright rooms. In comparison, the Vizio V-Series has fair reflection handling which is slightly better for bright rooms but has motion processing that isn't as adept at handling rapid movements typically seen in sports.
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How the TCL S555 (LCD) and the Vizio V-Series (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| TCL S555 (LCD) | Vizio V-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$433 | $390 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | TCL | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 2, 2022 | June 3, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 55S555 | V555-J01 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 55" | 55" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Roku TV | SmartCast | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.1/10 | 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 | 7.9/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.4/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.8/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 7.9/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.3/10 | 6.1/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 27.7" 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" x 48.3" | 30.9" x 49.1" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 33.7 lbs | 30.1 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 300 x 200 | 300 x 200 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 12 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | Yes | No | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 9.1/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 6.1/10 | 2.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Bypass only | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Yes, Bypass only | |
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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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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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