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TCL 55R617 - 55-Inch 4K Ultra HD Roku Smart LED TV (2018 Model)?
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I would probably say a 55”TCL 6 series. Maybe the 625. The only thing it’s missing is a 120Hz panel but you won’t find many TVs with 120Hz panels in this price range.
It’s got 4K60 DV/HDR10 support and full array local dimming. Hard to beat for the price.
You can also get the older R617 for just $520 on Amazon. In some ways the 617 is better than the 625. Lots of happy people with this set.
Can tell but here is American link if you can gain access and get the specs. https://www.amazon.com/TCL-55R617-55-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B079N9HDNQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1530533032&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=tcl+6+series&dpPl=1&dpID=51yuZMcAxRL&ref=plSrch
Just get this. Done.
Reasons: Full array local dimming, and Dolby Vision support for your Apple TV 4K. With picture quality approaching TVs three times the price.
The Xbox One subreddit isn't very helpful here due to the moderation team deleting these threads. You'll have more luck of at /r/4kTV/ since your thread is going to get deleted. With a 4K TV, you want low input lag which on 4K tvs is hard to find. The current champion was released on 5/1/2018 which is the TCL 6 Series 4K TV. It boasts 12-14ms input where other brands are in the high 40+ms range. The TCL 6 series TV is nearly impossible to get right now, so expect 2-4 weeks shipping. You can get the 65" for $999, the 55" is $650.
These TVs are a hit or miss brand. Some people run into issues with vertical lines or dead pixels on arrival. If you run into this, keep the TV and use it until they can get you a replacement then send the old one in the other box back OR pick yours up from Best Buy and return it to store there.
When I ordered mine, Best Buy delayed my shipping 3 times but gave me $100 gift card. On the 3rd delay I canceled my order and ordered from Amazon. I paid $30 for next day air but the package arrived 3 days late. Amazon rep was super unhelpful and gave me a ton of attitude. A manager got involved and gave me $200 off the TV and refunded my $30 shipping.
55": https://www.amazon.com/TCL-55R617-55-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B079N9HDNQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1525665963
65": https://www.amazon.com/TCL-65R617-65-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B079NJMFL8/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1525667241
If you're really broke, you can get last years model which is one of the highest rated gaming TVs for 4K and it's on sale for $499 https://www.amazon.com/TCL-55S405-55-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B01MTGM5I9/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=152566733
55" is available on Amazon now! Delivery is set for Monday, the 30th!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B079N9HDNQ/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I think the consensus in that price range is the TCL 55"ers. They've just refreshed for 2018. I have the 2017 version and it's boss for 600 bucks.
https://www.amazon.com/TCL-55R617-55-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B079N9HDNQ/
The 50 dollar difference is the remote. The remote with the one at amazon has an input for headphones.
Sony has a nice one right at 1000:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MUG21R7
https://www.rtings.com/tv for in depth information
Thanks for the heads up. After much research, I am pretty set on the TCL 55R617 TV here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B079N9HDNQ?tag=rtings-tv-bs10b-20&ie=UTF8
Is the 200$ price difference worth it for the 6 series over the 5 series? What is the difference between the R615 and R617? I'm looking to be "Wowed" by the improvement in HDR content over my current Sony TV which will be migrating to the bedroom.
From what I've been reading from others, TCL quality control is much improved during the second half of the year and I already have Amazon prime so unless anyone knows of a cheaper price elsewhere (Black Friday or Cyber Monday) I think I'm going to pull the trigger on the TV linked above.
Also, I plan on wall mounting this TV and would appreciate recommendations on an inexpensive mount that will work with this TV.
Thanks
Amazon new for 550
I got it from walmart refurbished for 440
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Honestly this tv is gorgeous and 55 inches is massive. I don't think 90% of the public can tell the difference between a 900 dollar TV and a 2k tv.
I would rather, and did* spend money on furniture.
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I have the 2018 TCL 55R617
I think we're SOL in Canada. Amazon has it listed as unavailable, but I'm not sure if they'll ever get it.
TCL 55R617 55-Inch 4K Ultra HD Roku Smart LED TV (2018 Model) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079N9HDNQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_RsGACbDNZNZ5R this one on amazon for 579$
Samsung UN55NU8000FXZA Flat 55" 4K UHD 8 Series Smart LED TV (2018) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079NBMTWY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_huGACbYWFPDH4 the Samsung 55 inch 8000 series for 897$
I’m less familiar with the Vizio models but they are also similar price ranges. Overall I’d say TCL is cheapest and provides great price value and has Roku, Samsung is pricier and Vizio again idk but all three are wayyyy more credible and not necessarily more expensive
amazon currently has a decent 4k tv, and you can make payments...
I looked at that one and almost pulled the trigger. I ended up going to for the 6 series on the prime deal right now on amazon due to people saying picture quality , Brightness, and blacks being much better for just a couple hundred dollars difference. Still cost less then that Samsung I was about to purchase before I heard such good things about TCL.
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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B079N9HDNQ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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I got the 55" version due to my distance from sitting area to TV.
Keep in mind the 6 series at bestbuy is a bestbuy specific model which leaves out some features compared to the 55R617 sold elsewhere when comparing price. It is not apples to apples. Good price fore the 55" 55R617 6 series right now on amazon i just ordered 1.
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Imo the TCL 6 beats it overall: it's this one - https://www.amazon.com/TCL-55R617-55-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B079N9HDNQ?ref_=Oct_TopRatedC_172659_1&pf_rd_p=0c754443-c2f5-5688-a172-b6edd84a9cee&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-6&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_i=172659&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=9D9SPDEVRTT5PX4CRECC&pf_rd_r=9D9SPDEVRTT5PX4CRECC&pf_rd_p=0c754443-c2f5-5688-a172-b6edd84a9cee
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It's VA panel, so viewing angles need to be more head on but has much better contrast ratio than IPS (the LG).
Save a little bit more, and then get this. Best budget TV available right now.
The 55R617 is $570 at amazon right now. (Are you US?)
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B079N9HDNQ/
https://camelcamelcamel.com/TCL-55R617-55-Inch-Ultra-Smart/product/B079N9HDNQ
Amazon appears to have the TCL 55R617 for sale for 629.99.
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Rtings.com best sets under $500
If you can stretch to ~~$650~~ $629, the 55" TCL R617 is your best budget option.
What kind of budget are you working with?
Rtings reviewed that TV, and while the 4k is fine, the HDR isn't impressive at all.
> HDR is average and the lack of a wide color gamut, low HDR peak brightness, and lack of local dimming doesn't make HDR content stand out.
I recommend reading the whole review.
I would recommend this TCL R617 as it has great HDR and will give you the best value for your money.
Rtings review here
Nearly everything you said is wrong. TCL offers the R617 for $650.
There are great options for affordable 4K with HDR that provides more than just a sticker on the box.
Wait for TVs to go on sale, don’t sell yourself short. Easy to find a good deal. But keep in mind you get what you pay for. HDR is big when looking for a tv. Games that don’t support 4k but have HDR is a nice boost to the color depth.
If you are patient grey Thursday/Black Friday/cyber Monday always have good deals.
This t.v. Is 100 bucks off amazon right now and seems to fit your budget. It is their 4 series. I personally have never owned a tv from this company, I usually stay with Sony, Samsung, and LG and have yet to be disappointed.
6 series https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079N9HDNQ
Not $400, but I'd personally get the TCL 55" 6 Series, which was $500 at Best Buy a couple weeks ago. May drop around the Super Bowl as well
https://www.amazon.com/TCL-55R617-55-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B079N9HDNQ
The R617 has a Bluetooth remote, R615 has an IR remote.
Buy a TCL. They've been getting rave reviews and are widely considered the best bang for the buck brand of TV out there. It's a bit more expensive than what you are looking at, but it's 5 inches bigger. If you're still working with a 43 inch plasma from college being cutting edge probably isn't high on your list, but no one has ever complained about a TV being too big or too nice :-)
https://www.cnet.com/products/tcl-6-series-2018-roku-tv/first-take/
ETA: Since I've apparently offended u/bergy21 to his core, here's a TCL in the same price range, while the 55 inch is only $80 bucks more and even compares OP's TV:
> The TCL S405 is a good entry-level 4k Roku TV with decent picture quality and motion. It has low input lag and little motion blur, making it a great pick for video games. Unfortunately, though, its viewing angle is quite narrow, and it doesn't get very bright, making it less suitable for well-lit environments. Overall, it is better than other budget TVs like the Toshiba Fire TV.
Right now all the rage is the new TCL 6 Series (R615, R617). I personally wouldn't buy a box of Cracker Jack from Best Buy, much less a television. But, whatever. Check out the TCL 55R617 55-Inch 4K Ultra HD Roku Smart LED TV (2018 Model) on Amazon.com. They also have the TCL 55S405 55-Inch 4K Ultra HD Roku Smart LED TV (2017 Model) for $380 if you're looking so save some money. TCL 49S405 49-Inch 4K Ultra HD Roku Smart LED TV (2017 Model) is $330 if you're really strapped for cash. All of which will be superior entertainment delivery vehicles to any non-OLED LG product.
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