TCL Q6-Series 55Q651G 55"
Roku Select Series HD 32R2E5 32"
What Buyers Say
TCL Q6-Series 55Q651G 55"
Overall, users are very satisfied with this TCL Q6-Series 55-inch TV, praising its bright, colorful 4K picture quality, smooth Google TV interface, and excellent value for the price. Some minor issues were noted, such as limited viewing angles, occasional micro-stutters during streaming, and a slightly cluttered interface, but these did not significantly detract from the overall positive experience. The TV is highly recommended for budget-conscious buyers seeking a great picture and smart features.
Pros
- Bright and colorful 4K picture
- Smooth and fast Google TV interface
- Great value for the price
- Good HDR performance
- Sleek design
Cons
- Limited viewing angles
- Occasional micro-stutters during streaming
- Interface a bit cluttered
- Out-of-box picture needs adjustment
- YouTube thumbnails less sharp
Roku Select Series HD 32R2E5 32"
The Roku TV receives mixed reviews with a significant number of users praising its ease of use, smart features, and value for money, especially for smaller spaces like dorm rooms or bedrooms. However, there are recurring complaints about dead-on-arrival units and poor picture quality, with some customers reporting units that failed within weeks. Overall, it's a decent budget option but with notable reliability and quality control issues.
Pros
- Easy to use and navigate
- Good value for money
- Clear picture quality
- Perfect size for small spaces
- Built-in Roku streaming
Cons
- High rate of dead on arrival units
- Poor picture quality and blurriness
- Unit fails within weeks of use
- Wide leg spacing requires new stand
- Complicated antenna channel setup
Scores
Specifications
| TCL Q6-Series 55Q651G 55" | Roku Select Series HD 32R2E5 32" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 55" | 32" |
| Resolution | 4K★ | HD |
| Panel Type | QLED★ | LED |
| Backlight | Direct LED | Direct LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | — |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Contrast Ratio | infinite | — |
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 | — |
| Color Depth | 10-bit★ | — |
| Motion Tech | 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 |
| VRR | VRR | — |
| ALLM | ✓★ | — |
| Game Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Google TV | Roku TV |
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | Roku Voice, Siri, Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Screen Mirroring | Apple AirPlay 2 | Apple AirPlay 2, Miracast |
| Works With | Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home | Apple Home, Amazon Alexa, Google Home |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wattage | 30W★ | — |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Surround Sound | Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital | Dolby Audio |
| eARC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 3 | 3 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1★ | 2.0 |
| USB Ports | 1 | 1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 4 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Ethernet | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Optical Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | 300x300 | 200x200 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | 48W★ | — |
| Energy Star | ✗ | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | 300 kWh | 63 kWh★ |
| Weight | 11.02 kg | 3.40 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
TCL Q6-Series 55Q651G 55"
- Strong smart (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong hdr (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong picture quality (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong audio (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
Roku Select Series HD 32R2E5 32"
- Strong smart (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average display (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average hdr (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average gaming (17th percentile)17th %ile
Pricing
TCL Q6-Series 55Q651G 55"
Roku Select Series HD 32R2E5 32"
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 74 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 14 of 40 specs.