Hisense A4 Series 40A4NF 40"
TCL S5-Series 43S551G 43"
What Buyers Say
Hisense A4 Series 40A4NF 40"
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this Hisense 40" Fire TV, praising its sharp Full HD picture, easy setup, and convenient built-in Fire TV with Alexa. It is considered excellent value for the price, especially for bedrooms, small living rooms, or even a boat. Sound is decent but some suggest a soundbar for improvement. The Q&A section lacks substantive answers, so it does not affect the overall sentiment.
Pros
- sharp Full HD picture
- easy setup
- built-in Fire TV with Alexa
- great value for price
- lightweight and sturdy
Cons
- sound could be better without soundbar
- Q&A lacks substantive answers
TCL S5-Series 43S551G 43"
The TCL 43" S5-Series Smart Google TV is widely praised for its exceptional value, combining sleek design, intuitive Google TV interface, and stunning 4K HDR picture quality at an affordable price. Users highlight effortless setup, smooth streaming, crisp audio even without a soundbar, and seamless integration with Google accounts. Gamers and everyday viewers alike find it a significant upgrade, with vibrant colors and clear motion handling making it a top choice in its price range. The remote's voice command works perfectly, and overall satisfaction is extremely high, with multiple reviewers planning to purchase additional units.
Pros
- Exceptional value for the price
- Stunning 4K HDR picture quality
- Intuitive Google TV interface
- Easy and quick setup
- Smooth streaming with zero lag
Cons
- Wall mount not included
- May still want a soundbar for best audio
Scores
Specifications
| Hisense A4 Series 40A4NF 40" | TCL S5-Series 43S551G 43" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 39.5" | 43" |
| Resolution | FHD | 4K★ |
| Panel Type | LED | LED |
| Backlight | Direct LED | Direct LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Motion Tech | Motion Rate 60 | Motion Rate 240 |
| Processor | — | TCL AIPQ Processor |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | — | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG, Dolby Vision |
| Dolby Vision | ✗ | ✓★ |
| HDR10+ | ✗ | ✓★ |
| HLG | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Response Time | 16 ms★ | — |
| VRR | — | VRR |
| ALLM | — | ✓★ |
| Game Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Fire TV | Google TV |
| Voice Assistant | Amazon Alexa | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Screen Mirroring | Apple AirPlay | Apple AirPlay 2 |
| Works With | Amazon Alexa, Apple Home | Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wattage | 14W★ | 10W |
| Dolby Atmos | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Surround Sound | DTS Virtual:X | Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital |
| eARC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 3 | 3 |
| HDMI Version | 1.4 | 2.1★ |
| USB Ports | 1 | 1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2★ |
| Ethernet | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Optical Audio | ✓★ | ✗ |
| VESA Mount | 200x100 | 100x200 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | — | 200W★ |
| Energy Star | ✗ | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | 10 kWh★ | 200 kWh |
| Weight | 4.72 kg★ | 6.62 kg |
Pros & Cons
Hisense A4 Series 40A4NF 40"
- Strong user sentiment (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong smart (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average gaming (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average display (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average hdr (13th percentile)13th %ile
TCL S5-Series 43S551G 43"
- Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong smart (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong hdr (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average display (13th percentile)13th %ile
Verdict
Scores 68 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 11 of 38 specs.