TCL S3 Class 32S350G 32"
Roku Select Series 55R4C5 55"
What Buyers Say
TCL S3 Class 32S350G 32"
The TCL Google TV is widely praised for its excellent picture quality, vibrant colors, and good contrast, especially for its price point. Users appreciate the seamless Google TV interface, voice remote, and built-in Chromecast, making it ideal for streaming and gaming. However, some note issues with viewing angles, audio quality, and a tricky Bluetooth remote pairing process. Overall, it offers great value for money, particularly for smaller spaces.
Pros
- Excellent picture quality
- Vibrant colors and good contrast
- Seamless Google TV interface
- Voice remote works well
- Built-in Chromecast
Cons
- Poor viewing angles
- Mediocre audio quality
- Difficult Bluetooth remote pairing
- Some edge bleeding
- Banding visible at angles
Roku Select Series 55R4C5 55"
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this Roku TV, praising its picture quality, ease of use, and value for money. The integrated Roku interface and voice control are popular features, and several reviewers mention buying additional units for family members. Some questions remain about specific features like voice command privacy and connectivity options, but overall sentiment is highly favorable.
Pros
- Excellent picture quality
- Easy to use interface
- Great value for money
- Integrated Roku streaming
- Voice control remote
Cons
- No clear answers on voice privacy
- Connectivity questions unanswered
- Limited info on screen finish
Scores
Specifications
| TCL S3 Class 32S350G 32" | Roku Select Series 55R4C5 55" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 32" | 55" |
| Resolution | FHD | 4K★ |
| Panel Type | LED | LED |
| Backlight | Direct LED | Direct LED |
| Aspect Ratio | — | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Motion Tech | None | Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) |
| Processor | HDR Compatible | HDR Plus |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | HDR10, HLG | HDR10+, HLG |
| Dolby Vision | ✗ | ✗ |
| HDR10+ | ✗ | ✓★ |
| HLG | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| VRR | — | VRR |
| ALLM | — | ✗ |
| Game Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Google TV | Roku TV |
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | Roku Voice, Siri, Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Screen Mirroring | Chromecast | Apple AirPlay 2, Miracast |
| Works With | Amazon Alexa, Google Home | Apple Home, Amazon Alexa, Google Home |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wattage | 8W★ | — |
| Dolby Atmos | ✗ | ✗ |
| Surround Sound | Dolby Digital Plus | Dolby Audio |
| eARC | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 3★ |
| HDMI Version | 2.0 | 2.1★ |
| USB Ports | 1 | 1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2★ |
| Ethernet | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 400x300 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | 50W★ | — |
| Energy Star | ✗ | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | 66 kWh★ | 225 kWh |
| Weight | 3.40 kg★ | 9.98 kg |
Pros & Cons
TCL S3 Class 32S350G 32"
- Strong smart (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong affordability (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong social proof (76th percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (73rd percentile)
- Below average display (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average gaming (17th percentile)17th %ile
Roku Select Series 55R4C5 55"
- Strong smart (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong affordability (87th percentile)87th %ile
Verdict
Scores 70 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 37 specs.