TCL 55S405 VS TCL 55R617
TCL 55S405
  • Brand - TCL
  • Aspect Ratio - 16:9
  • Display Type - LCD
TCL 55R617
  • Brand - TCL
  • Aspect Ratio - 16:9
  • Display Type - VA

TCL 55R617 VS TCL 55S405: Amazing Screen VS Streaming Possibilities

TCL 55R617 vs TCL 55S405

I managed to compare the TCL 55R617 vs TCL 55S405 because these devices seemed to be similar. Such a collation allows me to see that they have different functional directions and belong to various series. The first TV (2018) is a part of an R6 series, which is supplemented by the voice remote and Dolby Vision HDR. The second one (2017) is cheaper and is regarded as an S405 series representative. Such products line has lots of plugs and access to many streaming channels.

Picture

The TCL 55R617 has a great resolution: 3840 x 2160 for a full screen. That is amazing for gaming process because the picture becomes not blurry but clear and bright. Perhaps, the reason is in a screen type (VA versus LCD), but the 55S405’s picture is worse. I tested the lower color brightness and noticed pixels on the screen on closer inspection. It’s hard to see at least 1 pixel on the 55R617.

Features & Performance

The TCL 55S405 vs TCL 55R617 collation allows seeing the difference between speed processing. The first device performs all the commands more slowly than the second one. They also sound the equally well. One more difference is the set of streaming services. The older 55S405 has much more entertainment sources than new 55R617. Moreover, all of them work great, without pauses, black screen, and video-audio desynchronization. The Amazon video doesn’t work correctly on the 55R617. The sound automatically increases and then decreases to the lowest level.

Design & Build quality

The TCL 55R617 has a very mediocre remote design. I can mute or change the volume accidentally just while picking up the controller. The 55S405’s volume buttons on the remote’s side are much better. They are distinguished and not very easy to push. Both TVs look gorgeous. The 55R617 has enough space for routing cables through its legs. The 55S405 also has stands, but they are too high, so it may not fit all the specialized shelves.

Pros & Cons

TCL 55S405

VS

Pros

    • The mobile application of this TV is very comfortable.
    • Supports both Wifi and Ethernet.
    • The ROKU system helps save 1 input and has an amazing interface.
    • The Clear Motion technology improves the quality of the dynamic scenes displaying.

Cons

    • It doesn’t have as much picture settings as Samsung has.

TCL 55R617

VS

Pros

    • The tactility of the remote’s buttons is amazing.
    • HDR and SDR peak brightness was great.
    • The TCL remote app performed the task of a distant remote
    • Viewing angles are good. The picture changes a little bit and it doesn’t influence badly on the image perception.

Cons

    • The panel looks low-quality. There is blotching in the corner.
    • HDMI-CEC doesn’t work with my PS4.

Specifications

Specification TCL 55S405 TCL 55R617
Tv Tuner
Analog
Digital
Display
Refresh Rate, Hz 60 60
Full Hd
Display Colors 1.07 billion 1.07 billion
4k/uhd
Display Area, % 91.16 93.61
Screen Size, Inch 55 55
Display Height, Cm/in 68.04/26.78 68.04/26.78
Display Width, Cm/in 120.96/47.62 120.96/47.62
Screen Design flat flat
High Dynamic Range (hdr) HDR10 HDR10
Display Type LCD VA
Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Resolution, Pixels 3840 x 2160 3840 x 2160
Internet Movie Streaming
Netflix
Other MKV, TS MKV, TS
Hbo
Amazon Video
Hulu
Video File Formats
Mov
Mp4
Wmv
Avi
Other MKV, TS MKV, TS
Recording Features
Digital Recording
Watch And Record
Viewing Angles
Horizontal, Degrees 178 178
Vertical, Degrees 178 178
Processor
Model Dual-core Dual-core
Audio File Formats
Wma
Mp3
Other MKV, TS MKV, TS
Ogg
Flac
Ac3
Aac
Wav
Dimensions, Weight And Color
Width, Cm/in 124.7/49.1 123.19/48.5
Colors black black
Weight With Stand, Kg/lbs 13.6/29.98 17.3/38.14
Depth With Stand, Cm/in 22.1/8.7 27.18/10.7
Height With Stand, Cm/in 78.2/30.8 78.49/30.9
Width With Stand, Cm/in 124.7/49.1 123.19/48.5
Weight, Kg/lbs 13.4/29.5 16.8/37.04
Depth, Cm/in 7.62/3 7.37/2.9
Height, Cm/in 72.39/28.5 71.37/28.09
Connections
Usb 1 1
Bluetooth
Wi-fi 5ghz
Wi-fi
Ethernet (rj45) 1 -
Analog Audio Output (3.5 Mm) 1 1
Optical Digital Audio Output (s/pdif) 1 1
Composite Video Input 1 1
Accessories
Microphone
Camera
Mobile Features
Mobile App
Video File Codecs
Other MKV, TS MKV, TS
Mpeg-4
H.263
H.264
H.265
Divx
Panel
Pixel Density, Ppi 80 80
Pixel Pitch, Cm/in 0.031/0.012 0.031/0.012
Panel Bit Depth, Bits 10 10
Native Refresh Rate, Hz 120 120
Backlight Technology Direct LED Direct LED
Panel Technology Clear Motion Clear Motion
Artificial Intelligence
Amazon Alexa Compatible
Google Assistant
Audio
Dts Decoder
Dolby Surround
Dolby Atmos
Speakers Power, W 16 16
Speakers stereo stereo
Ergonomics
Landscape/portrait Pivot
Removable Stand
Vesa Interface 200 x 200 200 x 200
Vesa Mount
3d
2d To 3d has not has not
3d
User Manual
Manual 55s405.pdf 55r617.pdf
General
Display Type LCD VA
Brand TCL TCL
Screen Sizes In Series 43, 49, 55, 65 55, 65
Smart Tv
Video Features
Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Unique Features
Voice Remote
In The Box
Remote Control

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