TCL Q6-Series 43Q651G 43"
Insignia F50 Series NS-43F501NA26 43"
What Buyers Say
TCL Q6-Series 43Q651G 43"
This budget TCL Google TV earns mostly positive marks for its price, vivid colors, and easy-to-use Google interface, making it a solid pick for a bedroom or secondary TV. However, several reviewers noted drawbacks like weak speakers, inconsistent backlighting, ghosting in games, and a plasticky build. It's recommended for casual TV watching, but gamers or picky viewers may want to look elsewhere.
Pros
- Great value for price
- Vivid colors
- Easy-to-use Google interface
- Good for bedroom size
- Bluetooth and IR remote
Cons
- Weak speakers
- Inconsistent backlighting
- Ghosting in games
- Plasticky build
- Cluttered menu with ads
Insignia F50 Series NS-43F501NA26 43"
The Insignia Fire TV 4K is widely praised for its excellent value, sharp picture quality, and seamless Fire TV integration. Users highlight the convenience of built-in streaming apps and Alexa voice control, though some note the built-in speakers are average. Overall, it is seen as a budget-friendly powerhouse that outperforms its price point.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Sharp 4K picture quality
- Built-in Fire TV with streaming apps
- Alexa voice control
- Lightweight and easy to handle
Cons
- Average built-in speakers
- Blacks not as deep as premium models
Scores
Specifications
| TCL Q6-Series 43Q651G 43" | Insignia F50 Series NS-43F501NA26 43" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 42.5" | 43" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | QLED★ | LED |
| Backlight | Direct LED | Direct LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 | — |
| Motion Tech | Motion Rate 240 | None |
| Processor | TCL AIPQ Processor | HDR Compatible |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG, Dolby Vision | HDR10 |
| Dolby Vision | ✓★ | ✗ |
| HDR10+ | ✓★ | ✗ |
| HLG | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| VRR | VRR | — |
| ALLM | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Game Mode | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Google TV | Fire TV |
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | Amazon Alexa |
| Screen Mirroring | Apple AirPlay 2 | Apple AirPlay |
| Works With | Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home | Amazon Alexa |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wattage | 30W★ | — |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Surround Sound | Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital | DTS Virtual:X |
| eARC | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 3 | 3 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| USB Ports | 1 | 1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2★ | 5.0 |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | 100x200 | 200x300 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | 200W | 165W★ |
| Energy Star | ✗ | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | 200 kWh | 165 kWh★ |
| Weight | 6.62 kg | 5.84 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
TCL Q6-Series 43Q651G 43"
- Strong smart (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong hdr (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong audio (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong social proof (75th percentile)
- Below average display (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
Insignia F50 Series NS-43F501NA26 43"
- Strong smart (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong social proof (75th percentile)
- Strong connectivity (73rd percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (71st percentile)
- Below average display (14th percentile)14th %ile
Verdict
Scores 67 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 9 of 38 specs.