TCL 50S434 Review and Specifications

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It’s hard to go wrong with this TV. The TCL 50S434 packs an incredible amount of performance into its sleek frame, delivering 4K Ultra HD resolution that will leave your eyes wet from all the details on display!

TCL 50-inch Class 4-Series 4K UHD HDR Smart Android TV - 50S434, 2021 Model
  • Stunning 4K Ultra HD: 4K resolution delivers stunning detail and remarkable visual experience.
  • High Dynamic Range: HDR delivers bright and accurate colors for a lifelike viewing experience.
  • Google Assistant Built-in: Search for movies and shows across thousands of available apps, get entertainment recommendations, access media playback controls, change the temperature, dim the lights, and so much more. Ask questions and see the answers on your TV, including Google Photos, your calendar, sports scores, and more. Even automate and control your smart devices. The Google Assistant is always on, ready to help, and makes life in your living room that much more relaxing.
  • Thousands of streaming apps: Stream 700,000+ movies and shows, live sports and news, or your favorite music from Google Play, YouTube and your favorite apps.
  • Chromecast Built-in: Easily cast movies, shows, and photos from your Android or iOS device to your TCL Android TV. Clear Motion Index : 120 CMI

TCL is a leading global consumer electronics company headquartered in China. It ranks 2nd in North American market share in 2020.

TCL S434
TCL 50″ Class 4-Series 4K UHD HDR LED Smart Android TV
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With HDR10 compatibility and Google Assistant built right in you’ll never have trouble finding shows or movies.

TCL 50S434 Android TV Features

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  • Embrace a new world of immersive entertainment with 4K UHD and HDR display
  • Get recommendations from the AI software tailored to your browsing history
  • Relish in access to thousands of apps from Google Play, Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, etc.
  • Experience high dynamic range technology that will bring a whole other level of realism to your viewing experience
  • Bluetooth
  • Dual band Wi-Fi

Specifications

BrandTCL
Model50S434
SeriesS434
Screen Size50 inch
Display Size49.5 inch
DescriptionSmart Value HDR 4K TV
PlatformAndroid TV
Smart Features
Chromecast
Google Assistant
Control ButtonsOne Button
LanguageEnglish, Spanish, French
Closed Caption (CC)
Parental Control (V-Chip)
Accessible Menu System (CVAA)
Sleep Timer
Roku TV
Smart TV
Audio
Output Power8W + 8W
Dolby Digital Plus
Tuner
ATSC
NTSC
Clear QAM
Display
Clear Motion Index120 CMI
Resolution3840 x 2160
Resolution4K UHD
Display Colors1.07 billion
HDR10
HLG
Dolby Vision
Accurate Colors
Connectivity
HDMI3 (1 ARC)
Composite Audio/Video Input1
Digital Optical Audio Output1
Headphone Jack1
RF Antenna Input1
USB 2.01
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi Version802.11ac 2×2 Dual Band (support 2.4GHz & 5GHz)
Bluetooth
USB File Format Compatibility
USB VIDEO FORMATS
3GPP
ASF
AV1
AVI
DivX
Flash Video
H.263
H.264
H.265
M2TS
MKV
MP4
MPEG-4
QuickTime
RealVideo
TS
VC-1
VOB
VP7
VP8
VP9
VRO
WebM
WMV
Xvid
USB AUDIO FORMATS
AAC
AC4
AIFF
ALAC
APE
aptX
eAAC+
EAC3
FLAC
HE-AAC
LPCM
M4A
MIDI
MP2
MP3
OGG
RealAudio
WAV
WMA
USB IMAGE FORMATS
BAT
BMP
CGM
EPS
Exif
GIF
HEIF
JPEG
JPS
MPO
PNG
PPM
RAW
SVG
TIFF
WebP
General
Product Size (WxHxD) with Stand44.2 x 27.8 x 11.8 inch (112.268 x 70.612 x 29.972 cm)
Product Size (WxHxD) without Stand44.2 x 25.8 x 3.3 inch (112.268 x 65.532 x 8.382 cm)
Package Size (WxHxD)49.8 x 30.5 x 5.7 inch (126.492 x 77.47 x 14.478 cm)
Stand Separation Distance37.3 inch (94.74 cm)
Product Weight with Stand (lbs)21.0 lbs (9.53 kg)
Product Weight without Stand (lbs)20.7 lbs (9.39 kg)
Total Package Weight (lbs)29.7 lbs (13.47 kg)
VESA Wall Mount
VESA Wall Mount Size200mm x 300mm
Screw SizeM6 x 12
Base Stand Screw SizeM4 x 30
# of Base Stand Screws4
Accessories
Quick Start Guide (QSG)1
Remote ControlVoice Remote Control
Remote Control Battery (AAA)

Conclusion

TVs have come a long way in recent years and this TCL 50S434 is one of the best we’ve seen. With 4K Ultra HD resolution, HDR compatibility, Google Assistant built right in and more than 700k movies and TV episodes available to stream on your own schedule – you won’t regret making this purchase.

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TCL 50S434 Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Where can I download the manual?

    You can download the manual here.

  2. Does it have Wi-Fi and Bluetooth?

    Yes, it has dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

  3. Is 50S434 a Roku TV?

    No, TCL 50S434 is not a Roku TV. It’s the Android version.

  4. Is it a good choice?

    Yes, it’s a great purchase in this price range. You can see your favorite content with easy-to-use Android UI or can watch the good channels using the old cable box setup. 50S434 boasts richer colors, good picture quality, and advanced audio technologies.

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