TCL S5-Series 43S551G 43"

TCL S5-Series 43S551G 43"

TCL
68 Overall Score
vs
Insignia F40 Series NS-32F401NA28 31.5"

Insignia F40 Series NS-32F401NA28 31.5"

Insignia
39 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

TCL S5-Series 43S551G 43"

95 out of 100 medium confidence 13 reviews

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
👍 Picture quality 5
👍 Value for money 5
👍 Ease of setup 3
👍 Sound quality 4
👍 Smart tv interface 3
👍 Voice control 2

Insignia F40 Series NS-32F401NA28 31.5"

No customer feedback yet

Scores

Smart Home
TCL
73
Insignia
53
Streaming
TCL
68
Insignia
44
Budget
TCL
65
Insignia
42
Portable
TCL
61
Insignia
44
Sports
TCL
50
Insignia
29
Gaming
TCL
49
Insignia
31
Movies
TCL
48
Insignia
24
Corporate
TCL
43
Insignia
29
Outdoor
TCL
36
Insignia
24

Specifications

TCL S5-Series 43S551G 43"Insignia F40 Series NS-32F401NA28 31.5"
Display
Size43"31.5"
Resolution4K★FHD
Panel TypeLEDLED
BacklightDirect LEDDirect LED
Aspect Ratio16:9—
Curved✗✗
Picture Quality
Motion TechMotion Rate 240—
ProcessorTCL AIPQ Processor—
HDR
HDR FormatsHDR10, HDR10+, HLG, Dolby Vision—
Dolby Vision✓★✗
HDR10+✓★✗
HLG✓★✗
Gaming
Refresh Rate60 Hz60 Hz
VRRVRR—
ALLM✓★—
Game Mode✓★—
Smart TV
PlatformGoogle TVFire TV
Voice AssistantGoogle Assistant, Amazon AlexaAmazon Alexa
Screen MirroringApple AirPlay 2Apple AirPlay 2
Works WithAmazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home—
Audio
Speaker Config2.0—
Wattage10W93W★
Dolby Atmos✓★✗
Surround SoundDolby Atmos, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby DigitalDolby Digital
eARC✓✓
Connectivity
HDMI Ports3★2
HDMI Version2.12.1
USB Ports11
Wi-FiWi-Fi 5Wi-Fi 5
Bluetooth5.2★5.0
Ethernet✓✓
Optical Audio✗—
VESA Mount100x200100x100
Power & Size
Power200W93W★
Energy Star✗✗
Annual Energy200 kWh93 kWh★
Weight6.62 kg3.13 kg★

Pros & Cons

TCL S5-Series 43S551G 43"

  • Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong smart (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong hdr (95th percentile)95th %ile
  • Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
  • Below average display (14th percentile)14th %ile

Insignia F40 Series NS-32F401NA28 31.5"

  • Strong smart (80th percentile)80th %ile
  • Strong audio (75th percentile)
  • Below average display (6th percentile)6th %ile
  • Below average hdr (13th percentile)13th %ile

Pricing

Insignia F40 Series NS-32F401NA28 31.5" is $100 cheaper (2.1x less).

TCL S5-Series 43S551G 43"0.359score per dollar
vs
Insignia F40 Series NS-32F401NA28 31.5"0.437score per dollar

Insignia F40 Series NS-32F401NA28 31.5" offers 1.2x better value for money

TCL S5-Series 43S551G 43"

Insignia F40 Series NS-32F401NA28 31.5"

Verdict

★ Winner: TCL S5-Series 43S551G 43"

Scores 68 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 9 of 37 specs.

TCL S5-Series 43S551G 43" Better at:

BudgetGamingMoviesSportsOutdoorPortableCorporateStreamingSmart Home

Also Consider