
TCL S3 40-inch
Score: 69/100
Toshiba C350 43-inch
Score: 77/100Rankings

The Toshiba 43C350NU delivers 4K UHD with Dolby Vision HDR and Dolby Atmos sound, complemented by gaming features like VRR and ALLM. However, its low peak brightness and modest upscaling reduce HDR impact and overall picture depth. Best suited for value-focused households wanting a larger 4K TV with solid smart and gaming capabilities.

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 | 43 inchesbest | |
60 Hzbest | 60 Hzbest | |
2 | 3best | |
| ↓ lower better | 30 msbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 7.21 kgbest | 7.5 kg |
— | 2best | |
| ↓ lower better | 906.8 mmbest | 962.66 mm |
| ↓ lower better | 515.6 mmbest | 607.06 mm |
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| Attribute | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
Features(1) | ||
Smart Platform | Google TV | Fire TV OS |
Display(3) | ||
Resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Screen Size (inches) | 40 inches | 43 inches |
Panel Type | Direct LED | Direct-lit LED |
Audio(2) | ||
Audio Technology | Dolby Digital Plus | Dolby Atmos |
Dolby Atmos Support | false | true |
Connectivity(1) | ||
HDMI Ports | 2 | 3 |
Power & Design(3) | ||
Weight (kg) | 7.21 kg | 7.5 kg |
Width (with stand) (mm) | 906.8 mm | 962.66 mm |
Height (with stand) (mm) | 515.6 mm | 607.06 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 describe the Toshiba C350 as a solid entry-level 4K TV with standout wide viewing angles and decent reflection handling, while noting its limited peak brightness and weak upscaling. The inclusion of Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, and gaming features like VRR and ALLM adds value, but the TV falls short of higher-end models in HDR performance and contrast.
Everyday users appreciate the easy setup, sharp 4K visuals for streaming and sports, and the intuitive Fire TV interface, rating it highly for value. Common complaints focus on low brightness, subpar upscaling of non-4K content, and confusion over the TV's weight and shipping heft.