TCL S535 4K QLED TV (2020)

88% Neofiliac71% External
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Product Overview

TCL S535 is a premium 4K QLED TV in TCL's 2020 lineup. It is powered by a 10-bit VA panel and available in 50", 55", 65", and 75" size classes.
A highlight of the TCL S535 is a high screen-to-body ratio up to 96.21%. Additionally, it supports full-array LED local-dimming. With mini-LEDs, full-array LED dimming helps the panel achieve higher contrast and dynamic range. It supports HDR formats including HDR10, HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma), and Dolby Vision. It covers 94% of DCI-P3 color space, which is excellent news for those who appreciate color accuracy. It performs exceptionally in delivering contrast.

Ratings

What we found**

Neofiliac score 88% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • High screen-to-body ratio
  • Full-Array LED local dimming
  • Supports HDR10, HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma), and Dolby Vision
  • Rich color reproduction
  • Exceptional 7200:1 contrast ratio
  • 10-bit display panel
Cons

    What external reviewers found***

    External score 71% (not directly comparable across industries)
    Pros
    • Excellent picture quality
    • Good color gamut
    • Excellent wide color gamut for HDR content
    • Solid full-array backlight control
    • Superb reflection handling
    • Outstanding contrast ratio
    Cons
    • No HDMI 2.1
    • No VRR support
    • No HDR10+ support
    • Doesn’t get bright enough for HDR
    • Narrow viewing angles
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    Specifications

    50"55"65"75"

    Connectivity

    Ports4x HDMI 2.0, 1x Satellite In (F-type female), 1x S/PDIF, 1x 3.5 mm Audio Out, 1x AV Composite In 3.5 mm jack, 1x USB 2.0, 1x Ethernet RJ45
    Wireless ConnectivityWiFi 5 + WiFi Direct

    Construction

    CameraNo
    ColorsBlack
    Speakers2x 8W2x 8W2x 8W2x 12W
    VESA Mount200 x 200 mm300 x 200 mm400 x 200 mm400 x 200 mm

    Dimensions

    Bezels94.64% screen-to-body ratio93.8% screen-to-body ratio96.21% screen-to-body ratio96.12% screen-to-body ratio
    Size | Depth3 in / 76.2 mm w/o stand, 11.6 in / 294.64 mm w/ stand3 in / 76.2 mm w/o stand, 11.6 in / 294.64 mm w/ stand3 in / 76.2 mm w/o stand, 11.6 in / 294.64 mm w/ stand3.7 in / 94 mm w/o stand, 16.2 in / 411.5 mm w/ stand
    Size | Height25.2 in / 640.1 mm w/o stand, 27.5 in / 698.5 mm w/ stand28.1 in / 713.74 mm w/o stand, 30.1 in / 764.54 mm w/ stand32.5 in / 825.5 mm w/o stand, 34.9 in / 886.46 mm w/ stand37.6 in / 955 mm w/o stand, 40.4 in / 1026.2 mm w/ stand
    Size | Width43.9 in / 1115.1 mm48.4 in / 1229.36 mm56.9 in / 1445.26 mm65.7 in / 1668.8 mm
    Weight11.8 kg / 26 lbs w/o stand , 12.1 kg / 27 lbs w/ stand14.8 kg / 33 lbs w/o stand , 15.1 kg / 33 lbs w/ stand18.8 kg / 41 lbs w/o stand , 19 kg / 42 lbs w/ stand30.2 kg / 66 lbs w/o stand , 31 kg / 68 lbs w/ stand

    Display

    Aspect Ratio16:9
    Brightness300 nits
    Contrast Ratio7200:1 (static)
    Display BacklightDirect LED (Full-Array Local Dimming)
    Display Color Depth10 bits, 1073741824 colors
    Display Diagonal50" (49.49 in / 1257 mm)55" (54.65 in / 1388 mm)65" (64.53 in / 1639 mm)75" (74.53 in / 1893 mm)
    Display TypeVA, Glossy
    Gamut94% DCI-P3
    Input Lag11 ms
    Pixel Density89 ppi80 ppi68 ppi59 ppi
    Pixel Pitch0.285 mm0.315 mm0.372 mm0.43 mm
    Refresh Rate50 Hz / 60 Hz
    Resolution4K (3840x2160)
    Response Time5 ms (min) / 12 ms (max)
    Viewing Angle178° H / 178° V

    Function

    HDRHDR10, HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma), Dolby Vision
    Operating Humidity20 % ~ 80 %
    Operating SystemRoku TV
    Operating Temperature5 °C ~ 35 °C , 41 °F ~ 95 °F
    Processor2 cores
    TunerAnalog (NTSC/PAL/SECAM), ATSC, Clear QAM
    VideoAuto Game Mode, Contrast Control Zone technology with 80 zones, Smart HDR, FullView edge-to-edge glass design, Quantum Dot Color, V-Chip, Google Assistant, Easy Voice Control, AiPQ Engine, Smart 4K Upscaling, Alexa, Smart Contrast

    Performance

    Power Consumption0.5 W (sleep)44 W (average) / 109 W (max) / 0.5 W (sleep)0.5 W (sleep)0.5 W (sleep)

    Production

    AccessoryRemote control - RC280
    Debut2020
    Model Name50S53555S53565S53575S535

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    External Reviews

    digitaltrends[1]

    Reviewer score 71%
    Reviewers from digitaltrends have found the following***:
    The TCL 5-Series is a great all-purpose TV that serves those who aren't picky about HDR performance very well. The TV's use of quantum dots expands the color gamut for a rich picture. Solid full-array backlight control provides better black levels and better-reduced halo effects than nearly any other TV in its price class.
    Find the original article here.
    Pros
    • Very good black levels
    • Solid full-array backlight control
    • Good color gamut
    Cons
    • Doesn’t get bright enough for HDR
    • No HDMI 2.1

    rtings[2]

    Reviewer score 58%
    Reviewers from rtings have found the following***:
    The TCL 5 Series 2020 is impressive for watching movies. It has an exceptional contrast ratio, displaying deep blacks. This TV upscales 1080p content without any issues and it removes 24p judder from any source, which is rare for a 60Hz TV. Sadly, because it has a quick response time, lower-frame rate content may appear to stutter at times.
    Find the original article here.
    Pros
    • Extremely low input lag
    • Outstanding contrast ratio
    • Excellent wide color gamut for HDR content
    • Superb reflection handling
    • Incredibly low input l
    Cons
    • Narrow viewing angles
    • Doesn't get bright enough to bring out highlights
    • No VRR support

    tomsguide[3]

    Reviewer score 85%
    Reviewers from tomsguide have found the following***:
    The TCL 5-Series is one of the best TVs for 4K gaming, provided you don't care about ultra-high frame rates. The remote control is a run-of-the-mill Roku remote for TVs. Apple iPhone owners will be pleased to learn that they can share videos, photos, and music using AirPlay.
    Find the original article here.
    Pros
    • Sleek design
    • Excellent picture quality
    • Easy to set up
    Cons
    • No microphone built-in
    • No HDR10+ support

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    References

    1. ^ TCL 5-Series (S535) 4K HDR TV review: The price is right. [digitaltrends]. https://www.digitaltrends.com/tv-reviews/tcl-5-series-s535-4k-hdr-tv-review/. 2021-01-26. Retrieved 2022-01-19.
    2. ^ TCL 5 Series/S535 2020 QLED TV Review. [rtings]. https://www.rtings.com/tv/reviews/tcl/5-series-s535-2020-qled. 2020-11-02. Retrieved 2022-01-19.
    3. ^ TCL 5-Series Roku TV (S535) review: A killer QLED TV value. [tomsguide]. https://www.tomsguide.com/reviews/tcl-5-series-roku-tv-s535. 2021-03-27. Retrieved 2022-01-19.

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