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The TCL S546 typically offers a better overall experience with enhanced picture quality, higher brightness, and a wider range of colors. It is well-suited for mixed usage, performing decently in both bright and dark rooms, making it a versatile choice for a variety of content, including movies and sports. On the other hand, the TCL S450G is generally less expensive and may still provide a satisfactory experience for casual watching, particularly in darker environments. It has slightly lower performance in terms of picture quality and brightness compared to the TCL S546, but it does have voice command capabilities, which the S546 lacks. If budget is a concern and you prioritize smart features like voice commands, the S450G may suffice. However, if you're looking for better picture quality in a variety of lighting conditions and are willing to pay a bit more, the TCL S546 could be the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the TCL S450G (LCD)
- The TCL S450G (LCD) has no clear advantages over the TCL S546 (LCD).
Advantages of the TCL S546 (LCD)
- Good for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Good for movies & TV
Key differences
Picture Quality
5.9
7.4
5.64/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
6.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.0/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL S546 (LCD) has good picture quality, while the TCL S450G (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.6
7.0
5.64/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
6.1/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
6.0/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL S546 (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
The TCL S546 is better for movies and cinematic TV because it offers higher contrast, better local dimming, and superior black uniformity compared to the TCL S450G, all of which are crucial for a good viewing experience in dark scenes. Additionally, the TCL S546 has a wider color volume and better out-of-the-box colors, which contribute to more vibrant and accurate images, while its improved gray uniformity and viewing angles compared to the TCL S450G mean a more consistent picture quality across the screen.
Gaming
5.6
6.6
5.7/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
7.6/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.0/10
4.6/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
18.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
60.0/100
5.7/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.9/10
The TCL S546 (LCD) is only fair for gaming, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
Cartoons & Animation
5.8
6.6
5.9/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.8/10
6.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.0/10
5.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
6.2/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
4.4/10
6.6/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
The TCL S546 (LCD) is only fair for cartoons & animation, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
The TCL S450G is considered poor at watching cartoons & animation mainly due to its subpar colors out of the box and a limited color gamut, resulting in less vibrant and accurate colors. On the other hand, the TCL S546 is rated fair in this regard thanks to a better color gamut and superior color volume, offering a more fulfilling viewing experience with richer and more true-to-life colors when watching animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.6
6.4
5.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
6.0/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
The TCL S546 (LCD) is only fair for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
The TCL S450G has subpar upscaling and SDR brightness, making it less ideal for viewing content with lower resolutions or in bright rooms, which is significant when watching news or talk shows. On the other hand, the TCL S546 offers better performance in these areas with higher contrast and very good SDR brightness, resulting in a fair viewing experience for such content.
Bright Room
5.7
7.2
5.0/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
5.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
5.5/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.8/10
6.6/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.0/10
The TCL S546 (LCD) is good for bright room, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
The TCL S450G performs poorly in bright rooms due to its lower SDR and HDR brightness as well as inadequate reflections handling, making it less suitable for environments with a lot of light. In contrast, the TCL S546 offers better performance in bright rooms because it has higher SDR brightness, more effective reflections handling, and provides a wider color volume and gamut, which enhances the viewing experience in well-lit spaces.
Cost
$348
$398
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
The TCL S450G (LCD) has a price of $348 and the TCL S546 (LCD) costs $398.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.1
6.3
4.6/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.0/10
6.0/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
5.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL S546 (LCD) and TCL S450G (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The TCL S450G and TCL S546 both have fair response times which is crucial for smooth sports watching, but their motion processing is not very advanced, leading to potential blur during fast action. While they have decent gray uniformity, the S546 handles reflections a bit better and offers a wider viewing angle, making it a slightly better choice for sports in rooms with various seating positions and some light.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| TCL S450G (LCD) | TCL S546 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$348 | $398 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | TCL | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2023 | August 3, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65S450G | 65S546 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Google TV | Android TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 5.9/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 3 | 3 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 5.8/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.7/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.7/10 | 7/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.2/10 | 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 3.2" | 32.9" x 56.9" x 3" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 34.6" x 56.9" | 34.8" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 30.9 lbs | 47.4 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 200 x 200 | 300 x 300 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | No | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 5.6/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 3.5/10 | 5.7/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 16 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | Yes, Bypass only | No | |
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Ben Schoon | September 2023
"TCL, though, has built much of its success on affordable sets, and the 2023 TCL S Class S4 with Google TV is a testament to just how good of a TV you can get for an affordable price tag"
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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.
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