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Updated January 10, 2024·
The TCL S435 is often slightly less expensive than the Vizio V-Series. In a dark room, both TVs do not excel, but the Vizio V-Series is a bit better suited. Both TVs have limited viewing angles, which is typical for VA panels, but the Vizio V-Series is slightly better in this regard. The Vizio V-Series supports Dolby Vision and HLG, and it is HGiG compatible, which benefits HDR gaming, while the TCL S435 does not support these features. If you're sensitive to price and need just basic features, the TCL S435 should suffice. But if you’re willing to pay slightly more for better overall performance, particularly for gaming, watching in brighter rooms, and enhanced audio-visual standards for movies and gaming, the Vizio V-Series may be the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the TCL S435 (LCD)
- The TCL S435 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Vizio V-Series (LCD).
Advantages of the Vizio V-Series (LCD)
- The Vizio V-Series (LCD) has no clear advantages over the TCL S435 (LCD).
Key differences
Cost
$700
$400
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The TCL S435 (LCD) has a price of $700 and the Vizio V-Series (LCD) costs $400.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
6.6
6.8
7.50/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
6.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.2/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Vizio V-Series (LCD) and TCL S435 (LCD) both have only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.1
6.3
7.50/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
6.7/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.7/10
5.9/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Vizio V-Series (LCD) and TCL S435 (LCD) are both only fair for movies & TV.
The TCL S435 is considered fair for watching movies & cinematic TV partly because it lacks local dimming, resulting in less impressive black uniformity and contrast, despite having excellent colors out of the box. On the other hand, the Vizio V-Series is also rated fair in this regard, offering slightly better black uniformity and contrast but with only good colors out of the box, and both TVs have issues with gray uniformity and viewing angles that are less important but still affect picture quality.
Sports
5.9
6.1
3.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.9/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
5.8/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
5.9/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
5.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Vizio V-Series (LCD) to be only fair for sports, while the TCL S435 (LCD) is poor.
The TCL S435 has a lower response time and poorer motion processing, leading to more noticeable blur in fast-moving sports scenes compared to the Vizio V-Series, which has a better response time and fair motion processing. Additionally, the S435 struggles more with reflections and has narrower viewing angles, meaning that its picture quality can degrade more when watched from an angle or in a well-lit room, unlike the V-Series which handles reflections better and offers slightly wider viewing angles.
Gaming
5.5
5.6
6.2/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.9/10
5.8/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
3.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.9/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
5.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.4/10
The Vizio V-Series (LCD) and TCL S435 (LCD) are both poor for gaming.
The TCL S435 has fair response times but poor input lag, which can affect the quick reflexes required in gaming, while the Vizio V-Series has poor response times but very good input lag, making it less ideal for fast-paced gaming where visual clarity during movement is key. Both TVs also have a standard refresh rate, which is not optimal for gaming that benefits from higher refresh rates for smoother motion.
Cartoons & Animation
7.0
7.0
6.0/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
6.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.2/10
5.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
9.0/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.3/10
5.9/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
5.9/10
The Vizio V-Series (LCD) and TCL S435 (LCD) are both good for cartoons & animation.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.8
6.3
5.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
5.9/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Vizio V-Series (LCD) to be only fair for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S435 (LCD) is poor.
The TCL S435 is considered poor for news and TV programs due to its lower upscaling quality of standard definition content and suboptimal colors out of the box which affect clarity and color accuracy. The Vizio V-Series offers fair performance in these areas with better upscaling capabilities that make lower resolution content appear clearer and more accurate colors out of the box, enhancing the overall viewing experience for such content.
Bright Room
5.6
5.8
5.0/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.1/10
5.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
5.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.3/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.3/10
The Vizio V-Series (LCD) and TCL S435 (LCD) are both poor for bright room.
The TCL S435 and the Vizio V-Series both struggle in bright rooms primarily due to their poor performance in SDR and HDR brightness, with both scoring low in these areas, affecting their visibility in well-lit environments. Additionally, the TCL S435 has a harder time with reflections, further compromising its viewability in bright rooms, while the Vizio's reflection handling is slightly better but still not ideal for bright conditions.
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How the TCL S435 (LCD) and the Vizio V-Series (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| TCL S435 (LCD) | Vizio V-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$700 | $400 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | TCL | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 4, 2020 | June 5, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65S435 | V655-J09 | |
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 | 5.9/10 | 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 | 6.7/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 5.6/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.6/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.2/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6/10 | 6.1/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 33.2" x 57.4" x 3.3" | 33.1" x 57.4" x 2.5" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.3" x 57.4" | 35.6" x 57.4" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 37.9 lbs | 39.2 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 300 x 300 | 400 x 200 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | No | No | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | No | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 7.5/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 2.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 16 W | 18 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Dolby Digital Plus Bypass Only | Bypass only | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Yes, Bypass only | |
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TCL S435 (LCD)
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Geoffrey Morrison | June 2021
"The TCL 4-Series is so inexpensive and capable you might start to question why there are any multithousand-dollar TVs at all. The 4-Series setup is intuitive and easy. If you're just looking for an easy-to-use TV with decent picture, this is an excellent place to start."
Vizio V-Series (LCD)
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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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