We offer you to consider the TOP 5 of the best models of TCL TVs. This equipment is notable for its low cost, but decent equipment and assembly. The review includes models with different resolutions, functionality and image and sound quality. All models of the manufacturer have a Nature Light Engine II image processor. They can be leg-mounted or wall-mounted.
TCL LED32D2900S
The rating includes a 32-inch model released in 2016 and popular in 2019. The size of the TV is 734x435x81 mm, it has a resolution of 1366 × 768 (720p HD) and diode backlighting. The refresh rate of the picture is 60 Hz, the viewing angle is 178 °. High-quality surround sound (Dolby Digital), stereo NICAM, two 5W speakers. Accepts all types of digital broadcasting, teletext is available. Has ports: headphone, AV, 2 audio, component, VGA, 2 HDMI, 2 USB. Reads video MP3, MPEG4, MKV, JPEG. Equipped with a sleep timer. Provides blocking from accidental interference (protection from children).
Benefits:
- build quality from a popular manufacturer;
- the picture is bright, clear;
- enough possibilities for a regular TV;
- reads everything from a flash drive without braking;
- a sufficient number of connectors;
- the sound is loud and clear.
Disadvantages:
- the clock cannot be displayed;
- the frames are thick;
- for some, the sound is not good enough.
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TCL L32S6FS
TV set dimensions 727x424x77 mm (fasteners 200 × 100 mm) of the same diagonal. The sound and picture parameters are similar. Brightness - 250 cd / m2, contrast - 3000: 1, pixel response 6.5 ms. Has local dimming technology. Accepts all kinds of signals. Has outputs: 2 HDMI, USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi. There is HDMI, USB on the front. Reads all formats listed above, as well as WMA and DivX. Allows you to record on a USB flash drive. Allows you to stop viewing the channel and then start from this place (TimeShift). Supports 24p True Cinema (you can watch the video in the mode in which it was shot). Timer and interlock are available. There is Smart TV.
Benefits:
- stylish manufacturer design;
- sturdy stand;
- natural color rendition, a wide range of picture settings;
- reads from a flash drive without problems;
- "Smart" Smart;
- catches Wi-Fi well;
- the sound is good;
- good choice for the price for a Smart TV.
Disadvantages:
- applications in Smart are unpopular;
- the remote smelled like plastic (after weathering);
- non-functional remote (the main buttons are small, and the unpopular Netflix is on the huge one);
- not a very convenient menu, according to a number of users;
- slow channel switching.
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TCL LED40D2900AS
TV with dimensions 910x520x75 mm (100 × 100 mm fasteners) by 40 ″ with a resolution of 1920 × 1080 (1080p Full HD). In terms of sound characteristics, it is similar to the first two models, but has more powerful speakers - 8 watts each. Differs in automatic volume leveling when changing the channel. The difference in image parameters: brightness 240 cd / m2, contrast 5000: 1, pixel feedback 8.5 ms. Accepts all types of broadcasts. Has headphone jacks, 2 audio, component, AV, VGA, 2 HDMI, 2 USB. Reads all kinds of files, like the first model. Other features are similar to the previous model (24p True Cinema, timer, TimeShift, lock).
Benefits:
- solid body;
- stable stand;
- image quality;
- the sound is clear;
- shows well from a flash drive;
- ports are conveniently located;
- adequate value for a 40-inch TV.
Disadvantages:
- unpretentious look, thick frame;
- the matrix is not expensive;
- when connected to a computer, letters / numbers blur.
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TCL L49S6FS
The model measures 1096x635x74 mm (mount 200x200 mm) with a diagonal of 48.5 ″ with the same resolution. There is Local Dimming. In terms of sound and image characteristics, it is similar to the second model. Differences: brightness 280 cd / m2, contrast 4000: 1, 8 W speakers. Receives all signals. Ports: Headphone, 2 HDMI, USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi (via HDMI and USB on the side panel). Reads the same files as the second model. There is a Smart TV.
Benefits:
- nice view;
- stable stand;
- excellent picture, uniform color rendition;
- convenient settings;
- Wi-Fi is good;
- reads everything from a flash drive;
- control from a smartphone;
- easy to manage;
- huge diagonal at a nice price.
Disadvantages:
- the sound is not perfect;
- not very functional Smart (on Linux), few applications;
- overloaded interface of Smart;
- only one USB port.
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TCL L55P65US
One 4K model is included in the review. TV 1244x722x78 mm (mount 200 × 200 mm) by 54.6 ″ with a resolution of 3840 × 2160 (4K UHD, HDR). There is Micro Dimming (high contrast). The characteristics are similar to the previous species. Differs in brightness (270 cd / m2) and contrast (4500: 1), 50 Hz refresh. Has automatic volume leveling when changing the channel. Has the same ports as well as AV. Reads the same formats, as well as WMA, HEVC (except DivX). Allows to connect all devices to the network. The rest of the possibilities are similar. There is Smart TV on Linux OS.
Benefits:
- design: slim body, stylish stand;
- resolution;
- color quality;
- convenient settings;
- according to reviews, the picture is in 4K without bugs;
- reads everything, interacts with all devices;
- inexpensive in comparison with popular manufacturers.
Disadvantages:
- not all customers like the sound;
- a large number of modes;
- few applications in Smart.
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