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If you are looking for a TV and gaming is important to you, the Vizio P-Series generally offers better performance in gaming than the M-Series. It also has a higher quality picture in bright rooms. However, it is more expensive. The M-Series, while more affordable, does not perform as well in gaming or bright conditions but still offers good quality for movies and general content watching. Both are compatible with common HDR formats and have similar sound capabilities, but neither has particularly great built-in speakers. If budget is a concern and you mostly watch movies or stream series in moderate lighting, the M-Series might suffice. If you want a better all-around experience, especially in brighter rooms and for gaming, the P-Series would be a better choice, provided you're willing to spend more. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Vizio M-Series (LCD)
- The Vizio M-Series (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Vizio P-Series (LCD).
Advantages of the Vizio P-Series (LCD)
- Very good for bright room
- Good for gaming
- Very good reflections
Key differences
Gaming
6.4
7.7
6.7/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.0/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
4.6/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
60.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
6.0/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) is good for gaming, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) is only fair.
The Vizio M-Series has a fair response time and very good input lag, which may result in a slight blur during fast-paced games but allows for quicker reactions. In contrast, the Vizio P-Series, with a fair response time and good input lag, provides a better balance between clear motion and responsive gaming, making it more suited for serious gamers.
Bright Room
6.6
8.9
5.0/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
7.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
5.8/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
6.6/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.6/10
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) is very good for bright room, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) is only fair.
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) offers a better viewing experience in a bright room primarily because it has a higher SDR and HDR brightness and handles reflections more effectively than the Vizio M-Series (LCD). While both offer good color volume and color gamut, which are important for vibrant images, the superior brightness and reflection handling make the P-Series more suitable for bright environments.
Cost
$750
$998
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) has a price of $750 and the Vizio P-Series (LCD) costs $998.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
7.6
7.9
7.88/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.1/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) and Vizio M-Series (LCD) both have good picture quality.
Movies & TV
7.6
7.7
7.88/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
6.7/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) and Vizio M-Series (LCD) are both good for movies & TV.
Sports
6.2
6.4
4.6/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
7.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) and Vizio M-Series (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
Both the Vizio M-Series and P-Series TVs have fair response times and motion processing for watching sports, which is critical for smooth action. However, the M-Series struggles with reflections handling and has a narrower viewing angle compared to the P-Series, which fares better, making the P-Series more suitable for viewing with friends in brighter rooms.
Cartoons & Animation
8.3
8.3
8.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.3/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.1/10
7.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
8.3/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.2/10
6.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.4/10
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) and Vizio P-Series (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The Vizio M-Series and P-Series both offer very good colors out of the box and very good color gamut making them suitable for watching cartoons and animation which often have vibrant and varied color palettes. The M-Series has good color volume and gray uniformity while the P-Series stands out with its very good color volume and higher contrast, enhancing the depth and vividness of colors even further.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.6
7.2
7.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) and Vizio P-Series (LCD) are both good for news, talk, & other TV.
The Vizio M-Series boasts very good color presentation right out of the box and respectable upscaling capability, making it a solid choice for standard news and talk shows which don't require exceptional brightness. On the other hand, the Vizio P-Series shines with higher SDR brightness, contributing to a clearer picture in bright rooms, and more effective local dimming to enhance contrast—important for varied viewing environments.
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Spec Comparison
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| Vizio M-Series (LCD) | Vizio P-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$750 | $998 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Vizio | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 4, 2021 | July 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | M65Q7-J01 | P65Q9-J01 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | SmartCast | 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 | 7.6/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.7/10 | 9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.5/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 7.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.3/10 | 6.4/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.9" x 57" x 3.4" | 32.9" x 57" x 3.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 34.1" x 57" | 34.7" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 51.1 lbs | 53.3 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 200 | 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 | 7.9/10 | 8/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 5.7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 30 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Bypass only | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | |
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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 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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