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Updated January 10, 2024·
For general use, the TCL R655 performs slightly better in bright rooms and offers a superior gaming experience with its higher refresh rate. However, the Vizio P-Series excels in black uniformity, which can be a plus for darker viewing environments. Both TVs have solid overall picture quality for watching movies and series, but if sound is a significant concern, the Vizio has a more powerful speaker setup. Choose the TCL if gaming is a priority and you have lots of natural light in your room; opt for the Vizio if better sound and dark room performance are more important for your viewing experience. Both are priced similarly, so make your decision based on these feature priorities. 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
Advantages of the Vizio P-Series (LCD)
- The Vizio P-Series (LCD) has no clear advantages over the TCL R655 (LCD).
Key differences
Gaming
8.6
7.7
7.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.0/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
5.3/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
85.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
8.8/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
The TCL R655 (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Vizio P-Series (LCD) is good.
The TCL R655 offers a very good response time, which is crucial for a clear picture without motion blur during fast gaming action, and it has very good input lag performance for quicker gaming responsiveness, while the Vizio P-Series provides fair response time, which may result in slightly more blur in fast scenes and good input lag, making it less responsive than the R655 in high-speed gaming situations. Additionally, the R655's higher refresh rate supports more fluid motion than the P-Series, further enhancing its gaming performance.
Bright Room
9.5
8.9
5.2/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
8.5/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
8.8/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.6/10
The TCL R655 (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Vizio P-Series (LCD) is very good.
The TCL R655 is better suited for bright rooms due to its excellent SDR brightness and very good handling of reflections, which ensures a clearer picture under most lighting conditions. In comparison, while the Vizio P-Series also shows a very good reflection handling capability, it has a slightly lower SDR brightness, which might make the TCL R655 more preferable for very brightly lit environments. Both TVs offer a very good HDR brightness and color performance, but these excellent brightness levels of the TCL R655 make it stand out for sunny rooms.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
8.0
7.9
9.07/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
8.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.1/10
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 P-Series (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
7.9
7.7
9.07/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
6.1/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
5.4/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL R655 (LCD) and Vizio P-Series (LCD) are both good for movies & TV.
The TCL R655 is known for its exceptional contrast and solid black uniformity, which make it a strong choice for watching movies and cinematic TV, especially in dark environments where these qualities are crucial. The Vizio P-Series also offers good contrast and excellent black uniformity, along with commendable colors out of the box and color volume, ensuring that movies and cinematic content have vibrant and accurate colors, although it may not handle wide viewing angles as well as other aspects.
Sports
6.6
6.4
5.3/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
5.4/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL R655 (LCD) and Vizio P-Series (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The TCL R655 and Vizio P-Series both have fair response times and motion processing which are crucial for watching sports; however, their performance in reflections handling and viewing angles is less ideal, leading to a fair overall experience when watching sports. While they share the same shortcomings in gray uniformity, their issues with uneven screen lighting and narrow optimal viewing angles directly affect sports viewing satisfaction.
Cartoons & Animation
8.7
8.3
7.6/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.3/10
8.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.1/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
7.7/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.2/10
8.2/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.4/10
The TCL R655 (LCD) and Vizio P-Series (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The TCL R655 shows impressive colors straight out of the box and has a good color volume, meaning it can display a wide range of colors at different luminance levels, which is ideal for vibrant cartoons and animations. On the other hand, the Vizio P-Series delivers a very good color gamut, ensuring it can produce a broad spectrum of colors, although its color volume isn't as strong as the TCL's, possibly leading to slight constraints in displaying the full intensity of colors across various shades.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.2
7.2
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
5.4/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) and TCL R655 (LCD) are both good for news, talk, & other TV.
The TCL R655 excels in upscaling and SDR brightness, making it a strong television for news and talk shows, particularly in well-lit rooms due to its high brightness and effective upscaling of lower resolution content. In contrast, the Vizio P-Series also offers good performance in these areas, but with slightly lower upscaling capabilities and SDR brightness, it might not be as vibrant as the TCL R655 in bright environments.
Cost
$1,000
$998
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The TCL R655 (LCD) has a price of $1,000 and the Vizio P-Series (LCD) costs $998.
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How the TCL R655 (LCD) and the Vizio P-Series (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| TCL R655 (LCD) | Vizio P-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $998 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | TCL | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 2, 2022 | July 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65R655 | P65Q9-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 | 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 | 8/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.7/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 7.9/10 | 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) | 32.8" 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" | 34.7" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 50.7 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 | 9.1/10 | 8/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 30 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
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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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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