TCL S434
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Product Overview
TCL S434 is a mainstream 4K VA TV in TCL's 2020 lineup. It is powered by a 10-bit VA panel and available in 43", 50", 55", 65", and 75" size classes.
A highlight of the TCL S434 is a high screen-to-body ratio up to 94.14%. Additionally, it supports HDR formats including HDR10 and HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma).
Ratings
What we found
Neofiliac score 64%
Pros
- High screen-to-body ratio
- Supports HDR10 and HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
- 10-bit display panel
Cons
What external reviewers found
External score 40%
Pros
- Amazing contrast ratio and great black uniformity
- Amazing contrast r
- Decent reflection handling
- Low input lag
Cons
- No local dimming feature
- Narrow viewing angles
- Doesn't get bright enough to combat glare in well-lit rooms
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Specifications
Variants shown:
43"
50"
55"
65"
75"
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External Reviews
rtings[1]
Reviewer score 40% (normalized by Neofiliac)The TCL S434 isn't bad for watching movies. It has an amazing contrast ratio and great black uniformity. It also upscales 1080p content, such as from Blu-rays, without issue. Sadly, it lacks a local dimming feature and doesn't remove judder from any source. It's decent for gaming thanks to its low input lag and decent response time.
Pros
- Amazing contrast ratio and great black uniformity
- Low input lag
- Decent reflection handling
- Amazing contrast r
Cons
- No local dimming feature
- Doesn't get bright enough to combat glare in well-lit rooms
- Narrow viewing angles
References
- ^ TCL 4 Series/S434 Android 2020 TV Review. [rtings].
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