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  1. Table of Contents
  2. Top
  3. Main Differences
  4. Market Context
    1. Market Context
  5. Design
    1. Style
    2. Accelerated Longevity Test
    3. Stand
    4. Back
    5. Borders
    6. Thickness
    7. Build Quality
  6. Picture Quality
    1. Contrast
    2. SDR Brightness
    3. Local Dimming
    4. Local Dimming In Game Mode
    5. HDR Brightness
    6. HDR Brightness In Game Mode
    7. Gray Uniformity
    8. Black Uniformity
    9. Viewing Angle
    10. Reflections
    11. Pre Calibration
    12. Post Calibration
    13. 480p Input
    14. 720p Input
    15. 1080p Input
    16. 4k Input
    17. 8k Input
    18. Pixels
    19. Color Gamut
    20. Color Volume
    21. Gradient
    22. Temporary Image Retention
    23. Permanent Burn-In Risk
  7. Motion
    1. Response Time
    2. Flicker-Free
    3. Black Frame Insertion (BFI)
    4. Motion Interpolation
    5. Stutter
    6. 24p Judder
    7. Variable Refresh Rate
  8. Inputs
    1. Input Lag
    2. Supported Resolutions
    3. Advanced Console Compatibility
    4. Inputs Specifications
    5. Input Photos
    6. Total Inputs
    7. Audio Passthrough
  9. Sound Quality
    1. Frequency Response
    2. Distortion
  10. Smart Features
    1. Interface
    2. Ad-Free
    3. Apps and Features
    4. Remote
    5. TV Controls
    6. In The Box
    7. Misc
  11. Comments

TCL 5 Series 2018 vs TCL 4 Series 2019

Side-by-Side Comparison

Products

TCL S517
TCL 4 Series 2019

Tested using Methodology v1.5

Updated Sep 03, 2021 10:56 PM

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Tested using Methodology v1.6

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TCL 5 Series 2018 Picture
TCL 4 Series 2019 Picture

Our Verdict

TCL 5 Series 2018

TCL 4 Series 2019

The TCL 5 Series S517 is a bit better than the TCL 4 Series S425. The S517 can get brighter and is more suitable if you have a bright room; it can display a wider color gamut, which helps HDR performance. Also, the S517 has a motion interpolation feature to please the soap opera effect fans and can display judder-free movies. The TCL S425 has somewhat lower input lag, which is great for video games, and delivers a little crisper motion thanks to the faster response time.

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Variants

  • 43S517 (43")
  • 49S517 (49")
  • 55S517 (55")
  • 65S517 (65")
  • 43S425 (43")
  • 49S425 (49")
  • 50S425 (50")
  • 55S425 (55")
  • 65S425 (65")
  • 75S425 (75")