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Updated January 10, 2024·
The TCL R655 is a better choice if you value gaming performance and a more vibrant picture in both dark and bright rooms, but it comes at a higher price. On the other hand, if you are looking to save money and prioritize watching movies, animated content, or using it as a computer monitor, the Vizio M-Series is a solid option. Both offer good sound quality and support various HDR formats, but the TCL R655's superior gaming features and brightness may justify its higher cost for enthusiasts. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the TCL R655 (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
- Very good for dark room
- Very good for gaming
- Good for use as monitor
- Very good reflections
Advantages of the Vizio M-Series (LCD)
- The Vizio M-Series (LCD) has no clear advantages over the TCL R655 (LCD).
Key differences
Gaming
8.6
6.4
7.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.7/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
5.3/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
85.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
60.0/100
8.8/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.0/10
The TCL R655 (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) is only fair.
The TCL R655 excels in gaming due in part to its combination of very good response time and input lag, as well as a high refresh rate of 144Hz, which makes it particularly suitable for fast-paced games where quick screen updates are crucial. Conversely, the Vizio M-Series has only a fair response time and operates at a lower 60Hz refresh rate, which may result in less smooth motion and a less responsive gaming experience.
Bright Room
9.5
6.6
5.2/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.0/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
8.5/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
8.8/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.6/10
The TCL R655 (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) is only fair.
Cost
$1,000
$750
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The TCL R655 (LCD) has a price of $1,000 and the Vizio M-Series (LCD) costs $750.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
8.0
7.6
9.07/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
8.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers TCL R655 (LCD) to have very good picture quality, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
7.9
7.6
9.07/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
6.1/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.7/10
5.4/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL R655 (LCD) and Vizio M-Series (LCD) are both good for movies & TV.
The TCL R655 provides exceptional contrast and effective local dimming which enhances the depth and realism for movies and cinematic TV shows, while also offering good black uniformity to deepen black shades. On the other hand, the Vizio M-Series offers good colors right out of the box and better viewing angles which makes it suitable for diverse content, but its local dimming and contrast, though good, are a step behind the TCL R655 in bringing out fine details in dark scenes.
Sports
6.6
6.2
5.3/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
5.4/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL R655 (LCD) and Vizio M-Series (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The TCL R655 is better for watching sports due to its good response time, aiding in the clarity of fast-moving objects, and very good handling of reflections, making it easier to watch in bright rooms. On the other hand, the Vizio M-Series has a fair response time which might result in more motion blur during fast sports, and reflections are handled less effectively, making it less suited to well-lit environments.
Cartoons & Animation
8.7
8.3
7.6/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.1/10
8.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
7.7/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.3/10
8.2/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
The TCL R655 (LCD) and Vizio M-Series (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The TCL R655 excels with good color performance right out of the box and strong color volume, making it vibrant for cartoons and animation. The Vizio M-Series stands out with very good colors right out of the box and a broad color gamut, ensuring a wide range of vivid tones that are crucial for animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.2
7.6
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
5.4/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) and TCL R655 (LCD) are both good for news, talk, & other TV.
The TCL R655 excels in upscaling lower resolution content and delivers excellent SDR brightness, making it ideal for watching news and TV shows in various lighting conditions. The Vizio M-Series, while not as bright in SDR content, offers very good colors right out of the box, which enhances the viewing of such programs without the need for extensive picture adjustments.
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Spec Comparison
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| TCL R655 (LCD) | Vizio M-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $750 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | TCL | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 2, 2022 | July 4, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65R655 | M65Q7-J01 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Roku TV | SmartCast | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.5/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 7.9/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.6/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.8" x 56.9" x 2.7" | 32.9" x 57" x 3.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.6" x 56.9" | 34.1" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 50.7 lbs | 51.1 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 | 9.1/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 7/10 | 5.7/10 | |
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 | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | |
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Parker Hall | January 2023
"It has an excellent Roku interface, isn’t too expensive, has quantum dots and mini LED backlighting, and looks genuinely fantastic playing everything. If you’re in the market for a new TV, you should still start here. Gamers will like that it has a 120-Hz refresh rate at 4K, which is the maximum that a modern Xbox or Playstation 5 will put out—meaning the smoothest possible gaming and sports viewing in general. We’re no longer in the days of having to spend over $1,000 and spending a few hours on setup for decent black levels and great color accuracy and HDR"
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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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