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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you want a TV that excels in a gaming environment and you're willing to pay a premium, the TCL R648 could be a great choice because of its impressive gaming performance and miniLED technology for better contrast. However, this TV is not as well-suited for very bright rooms. On the other hand, the Vizio P-Series is more affordable and also provides a good overall viewing experience. It's a better performer in bright rooms but doesn't match the TCL R648 in gaming capabilities. Both have similar screen types and support for advanced audio formats, but the TCL has more powerful built-in speakers. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the TCL R648 (LCD)
- Very good for gaming
- Good for use as monitor
Advantages of the Vizio P-Series (LCD)
- The Vizio P-Series (LCD) has no clear advantages over the TCL R648 (LCD).
Key differences
Bright Room
8.1
8.9
5.2/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
9.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
7.9/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
8.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.6/10
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) and TCL R648 (LCD) are both very good for bright room, though the Vizio P-Series (LCD) is somewhat better.
The TCL R648 excels in a bright room due to its exceptionally high SDR brightness and very good handling of reflections, making it suitable for daytime viewing. Similarly, the Vizio P-Series stands out with its very good HDR brightness and reflection handling, ensuring a vibrant viewing experience in well-lit environments.
Cost
$2,000
$998
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The TCL R648 (LCD) has a price of $2,000 and the Vizio P-Series (LCD) costs $998.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
7.7
7.9
7.00/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
7.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.1/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) and TCL R648 (LCD) both have good picture quality.
Movies & TV
7.6
7.7
7.00/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
6.5/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
5.9/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) and TCL R648 (LCD) are both good for movies & TV.
The TCL R648 delivers a robust contrast and good local dimming that bolsters its black uniformity, providing a rich and immersive experience for movies and cinematic content. The Vizio P-Series stands out with its excellent contrast and great local dimming, enhancing black uniformity even more and delivering a deep and detailed picture quality when viewing films and TV shows.
Sports
6.5
6.4
5.3/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
5.9/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
9.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL R648 (LCD) and Vizio P-Series (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The TCL R648 and Vizio P-Series both have limitations in viewing sports due to average gray uniformity, which can affect the look of a sports field, and have only fair viewing angles, which can affect how the screen looks from the side. Both TVs are also deemed fair in response time, which can affect the clarity of fast-moving objects, but manage reflections well, making them suitable for rooms with some lights on.
Gaming
8.2
7.7
8.2/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.0/10
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
5.3/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
70.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
8.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers TCL R648 (LCD) to be very good for gaming, while the Vizio P-Series (LCD) is good.
The TCL R648 excels in gaming due to its very good response time combined with good input lag, allowing for smoother and more responsive gameplay, while the Vizio P-Series provides a good gaming experience but with a fair response time, which can be less optimal for fast-paced gaming, although both TVs offer the same refresh rate.
Cartoons & Animation
8.6
8.3
7.8/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.3/10
7.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.1/10
9.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
9.0/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.2/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.4/10
The TCL R648 (LCD) and Vizio P-Series (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.5
7.2
9.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
5.9/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
The TCL R648 (LCD) and Vizio P-Series (LCD) are both good for news, talk, & other TV.
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How the TCL R648 (LCD) and the Vizio P-Series (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| TCL R648 (LCD) | Vizio P-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,000 | $998 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | TCL | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | July 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65R648 | P65Q9-J01 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 8K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Roku TV | SmartCast | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.9/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 8.2/10 | 9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.3/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 7.7/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.6/10 | 6.4/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.7" x 57" x 3" | 32.9" x 57" x 3.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.1" x 57" | 34.7" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 70.1 lbs | 53.3 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 400 | 400 x 200 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | Yes | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.1 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 50 W | 30 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | Yes, Bypass only | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | |
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Brian Westover | October 2021
"We were even more pleased to see that performance had improved across the board, with the display offering better color, brightness, and shorter lag times than the already excellent Roku model. Color accuracy was great right out of the box. The TCL 5-Series Google TV becomes a great option for demanding gamers."
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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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