TCL S3
Score: 65/100
Hisense A4 Series 32-inch
Score: 74/100Rankings
The Hisense 32-inch A4 Series HD TV offers a Full Array LED panel with HDR10, DTS Virtual:X audio and built-in Fire TV with Alexa. Its drawbacks are the modest 200-nit brightness, lack of Bluetooth and a 60 Hz panel without VRR. Ideal for budget-focused users needing a compact streaming TV with decent sound and AI sports enhancements.
The TCL 32-inch S3 offers Full HD resolution, HDR10 support and Google TV with voice assistants, making it a solid budget smart TV. Its low brightness and high input lag limit performance in bright rooms and fast-motion content. Best suited for small spaces and users who prioritize streaming and voice control over gaming or high-end picture quality.
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32 inchesbest | 32 inchesbest | |
60 Hzbest | 60 Hzbest | |
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— | 12 Wbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 50 Wbest |
— | 200 nitsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 4.9 kg | 3.5 kgbest |
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Weight (kg) | 4.9 kg | 3.5 kg |
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Professional reviewers acknowledge the TCL S3's decent 1080p picture and HDR support, as well as its convenient Google TV and voice integration, but criticize its low peak brightness, weak image processing, high input lag, and lack of advanced gaming features, ultimately labeling the model as disappointing overall.
Everyday users like the clear HD picture, easy Google TV setup, sleek bezel-less look, and Bluetooth audio convenience, yet many complain about noticeable lag, glitchy performance, and insufficient brightness for bright environments, leading to mixed satisfaction.
Professional reviewers commend the Hisense 32A4NF for its sharp Full HD display, AI Sports Mode, and immersive DTS Virtual:X audio, emphasizing its value as a secondary TV for streaming and sports. However, they criticize its modest 200-nit brightness, lack of Bluetooth, and limited refresh rate, noting it falls short for bright-room viewing and high-performance gaming.
Everyday users praise the TV for easy setup, vibrant colors, reliable Fire TV streaming, and convenient Alexa integration, especially in small spaces. Recurring complaints focus on occasional app glitches, low speaker volume, and some motion blur during fast action, though most consider it a solid budget option.
“Easy setup, vibrant colors for the size, reliable Fire TV streaming, and clear sports audio”
