TCL S3 40-inch
Score: 69/100
Roku Select 55-inch
Score: 73/100Rankings
The Roku 55" Select Series provides 4K HDR10+ picture quality and a feature-rich Roku OS with gaming mode and Bluetooth headphone support. Its Direct Lit LED panel and 60 Hz refresh rate fall short of premium gaming or high-brightness needs. Suited for families and casual streamers seeking an affordable large-screen 4K TV.
The TCL 40S350R is a compact 40-inch 1080p Smart TV with Google TV and a low-lag Game Mode, providing clear FHD picture and decent everyday performance. It lacks 4K resolution, advanced HDR and VRR features, limiting its appeal for high-end media. Perfect for budget-conscious secondary rooms.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
40 inches | 55 inchesbest | |
60 Hzbest | 60 Hzbest | |
2 | 3best | |
| ↓ lower better | 30 msbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 7.21 kgbest | 10 kg |
| ↓ lower better | 906.8 mmbest | 1,226.8 mm |
| ↓ lower better | 515.6 mmbest | 771.2 mm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Features(1) | ||
Smart Platform | Google TV | Roku OS |
Display(3) | ||
Resolution | 1920x1080 | 4K |
Screen Size (inches) | 40 inches | 55 inches |
Panel Type | Direct LED | Direct Lit LED |
Audio(1) | ||
Audio Technology | Dolby Digital Plus | Dolby Audio |
Connectivity(1) | ||
HDMI Ports | 2 | 3 |
Power & Design(3) | ||
Weight (kg) | 7.21 kg | 10.0 kg |
Width (with stand) (mm) | 906.8 mm | 1226.8 mm |
Height (with stand) (mm) | 515.6 mm | 771.2 mm |
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Professional reviewers note that the TCL 40S350G delivers uniform Direct LED brightness and low input lag, making it a competent 1080p streaming and casual-gaming TV. However, they criticize its mediocre contrast, low HDR peak brightness, and the absence of 4K or advanced gaming technologies like VRR, which limit its appeal for movie enthusiasts or future-proof users.
Everyday users appreciate the TV's value for money, smooth streaming performance, and convenient features such as Bluetooth audio and Google Assistant. Common complaints revolve around a slightly sluggish interface and limited HDR/contrast performance, though most issues are mitigated by responsive customer support.
Professional reviewers commend the Roku Select Series for its solid 4K picture, HDR10+ support, and the ease of use provided by Roku's platform, while noting that its basic LED panel and lack of HDMI 2.1 make it less suitable for gamers or those seeking premium contrast and brightness.
Everyday users consistently highlight the TV's clear picture, straightforward setup, lightweight build, and convenient Bluetooth headphone pairing, while occasional complaints focus on limited brightness in bright rooms and the absence of high-end gaming features.
“excellent picture quality”
“brilliant 4K picture”
