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If you are looking for a more affordable option, the TCL S450G might suit you, but for a better overall picture quality, particularly in terms of brightness and color accuracy, the Vizio M-Series is a superior choice, albeit at a higher price. If you often watch movies or sports, or if you're an avid gamer, the Vizio's higher performance might be worth the extra cost. However, if you're on a tight budget and mainly watch TV shows and news, the TCL could be sufficient. Neither TV is especially well-suited for very bright rooms, so in a sunny space, you might encounter some glare and reflections on both screens. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the TCL S450G (LCD)
- The TCL S450G (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Vizio M-Series (LCD).
Advantages of the Vizio M-Series (LCD)
- Good for dark room
- Good for movies & TV
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
Key differences
Picture Quality
5.9
7.6
5.64/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
6.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) has good picture quality, while the TCL S450G (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.6
7.6
5.64/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
6.1/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.7/10
6.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
The Vizio M-Series outperforms the TCL S450G for watching movies and cinematic TV due to its superior contrast, local dimming and black uniformity, which are crucial for dark scene performance, resulting in deeper blacks and better shadow detail. While both TVs have similar viewing angles and color out of the box, Vizio's better color volume ensures a wider range of colors, enhancing the overall picture quality for cinematic content.
Gaming
5.6
6.4
5.7/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.7/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
4.6/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
18.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
60.0/100
5.7/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.0/10
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) is only fair for gaming, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
The TCL S450G is rated lower in response time and input lag when compared to the Vizio M-Series, making the TCL less suited for gaming where these factors are very important for a smoother and more responsive experience. Both TVs have the same refresh rate, but the higher input lag and slower response time of the TCL S450G negatively impact its gaming performance when compared to the Vizio M-Series which performs better in these aspects.
Cartoons & Animation
5.8
8.3
5.9/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.1/10
6.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
5.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
6.2/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.3/10
6.6/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
The TCL S450G is rated lower for watching cartoons and animation because it has received only a fair rating for colors out of the box and poor rating for color gamut, which are crucial for the vivid and varied hues typically found in animated content. In contrast, the Vizio M-Series boasts very good scores in both categories, suggesting it will display animation with more accurate and vibrant colors, enhancing the viewing experience for that type of content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.6
7.6
5.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
6.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) provides a good SDR brightness and very good colors out of the box, which enhances the visibility and fidelity of news and talk shows in various lighting conditions. In contrast, the TCL S450G (LCD) suffers from poor SDR brightness and has fair colors out of the box, which can result in less vibrant and harder-to-see content in those same scenarios.
Bright Room
5.7
6.6
5.0/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.0/10
5.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
5.5/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
6.6/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.6/10
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) is only fair for bright room, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
The TCL S450G struggles with bright room viewing primarily due to its poor SDR and HDR brightness, making it less suitable for well-lit environments; its reflection handling is also rated as fair, which can lead to distractions from ambient light sources. On the other hand, the Vizio M-Series performs better with good SDR brightness and fair reflection handling, making it a better option for bright rooms despite its poor HDR brightness.
Cost
$348
$750
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The TCL S450G (LCD) has a price of $348 and the Vizio M-Series (LCD) costs $750.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.1
6.2
4.6/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
6.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
5.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) and TCL S450G (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The TCL S450G offers a poor response time which might not be ideal for fast-moving sports, but has a fair performance in handling reflections, which helps in bright rooms. On the other hand, the Vizio M-Series has a fair response time, slightly better for sports, and similarly fair reflection handling, but might display limited colors and motion processing like the TCL model, and also suffers from a narrow viewing angle.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| TCL S450G (LCD) | Vizio M-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$348 | $750 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | TCL | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2023 | July 4, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65S450G | M65Q7-J01 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Google TV | SmartCast | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 8/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 3 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 5.8/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.7/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.2/10 | 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 3.2" | 32.9" x 57" x 3.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 34.6" x 56.9" | 34.1" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 30.9 lbs | 51.1 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 200 x 200 | 400 x 200 | |
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 | 7.9/10 | |
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 | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Bypass only | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | Yes, Bypass only | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | |
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"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.
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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