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TCL S5 LED review

The 2024 TCL S5 LED is a LED LCD TV aimed at tv shows-first viewers. It ships in 43″, 50″, 55″, 65″, 75″, 85″ with a 65″ MSRP of about $449.

Top picks

1LED LCD·2024

Hisense U6N

Best budget picture

$649
65
Best budget pictureDolby VisionSolid contrast
ModelTechSizePeak nitsHDMI 2.1Price
Hisense U6NLED LCD656000×$649

Why this matters

Strengths: Budget friendly, Simple setup, Great for secondary rooms.

Compromises: Low brightness, 60Hz, Basic processing.

Key specs: 4K, 60 Hz, 350 nit peak, 0× HDMI 2.1. HDR: Dolby Vision, HDR10. Runs Google TV. 1-year warranty.

Frequently asked questions

Is the TCL S5 LED good for gaming?

No — it's a 60 Hz set without HDMI 2.1, which rules out 4K/120 gaming on current consoles.

Is the TCL S5 LED worth the price?

At $449 for the 65″, the main trade-off is low brightness.

What are the best alternatives?

See the alternatives below — same tech tier, different feature trade-offs.

How is the TV Sizer recommendation calculated?

Every recommendation combines your viewing distance, room lighting, primary use and budget. Sizes come from THX and SMPTE field-of-view standards; technology ranking uses documented panel behaviour in each lighting condition.

Are these TVs available in my country?

Availability and pricing vary by market. Use the market selector on the TV Decision Assistant to see the exact models sold locally and current retailer offers.

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