Reddit mentions of TCL 43" Class 4-Series 4K UHD HDR Roku 2017 Smart TV - 43S405

My office uses this television for presentations:

https://www.amazon.com/TCL-43S405-43-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B01N29XPO3/ref=sr_1_3?s=tv&ie=UTF8&qid=1522707345&sr=1-3&keywords=4k+tv

cannot really speak to gaming but it works well and is pretty cheap

Here you go!, it's even under budget!

All models of the S401/403/405 series are similar in terms of features, specs, etc. regardless of size. They offer a 28", 32", and 40" (in 720p/1080p HD, not 4k) as well as the 43", 49", 55" and 65" versions in 4k.

http://www.tclusa.com/products/home-theater/s-series

https://www.amazon.com/TCL-43S405-43-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B01N29XPO3/


Edit: Had the info about the smaller sizes wrong. Apparently, they don't have 4k when under 43".

Sure.







https://www.amazon.com/TCL-43S405-43-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B01N29XPO3/ref=sr_1_3?s=tv&ie=UTF8&qid=1501785814&sr=1-3&keywords=4k+tv








Its actually 43 inches, originally 380 but on sale right now for 350. I was thinking about getting it for a bit, but yknow, college and all that. Plus I'm fine with the monitor I can bring for now.







Sophomore year though, once I move off campus, you better believe I'm whipping out that bad boy.

I use the TCL 43S05 as my PS4 pro monitor and my PC monitor. All text is super easy to read on PC, it displays perfect.

Absolutely love it and got it for $299 from amazon! Low input lag for a TV compared to more expensive ones. All three HDMI inputs are hdmi 2.0.

It doesn't have wide color gamut but all I see is a wicked picture.

some info:
https://www.rtings.com/tv/reviews/tcl/s-series-4k-2017-s405

It's 299 right now as well.
https://www.amazon.com/TCL-43S405-43-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B01N29XPO3/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1521567164&sr=8-2&keywords=tcl+43s405&dpID=41QXKzR3FJL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

Why not a TV that is also HDR capable? https://www.amazon.com/TCL-43S405-43-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B01N29XPO3/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1538706676&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=4k+hdr+tv&dpPl=1&dpID=51xTjwmi4lL&ref=plSrch

TCL 43S405 43-Inch 4K Ultra HD Roku Smart LED TV (2017 Model) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N29XPO3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Rj9VBbMX4NNM3

Oh well check this out,

TCL 43S405 43-Inch 4K Ultra HD Roku Smart LED TV (2017 Model) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N29XPO3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_LKYLAbE1CXJEF

120hz 43 inch 4K, not sure what u mean when u say cheap but this one is $320, about the same price as a high end 1440p gaming monitor. Finding a gpu that can run this smoothly is where ur dishing out cash now

Yes it really is. If you're looking for a very reasonably priced TV that supports 4k and HDR, get one of these:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N29XPO3/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I have one and I also have a much more expensive 4k, HDR TV. I can't say that the TCL looks exactly as good as the more expensive TV, but it does look pretty darn good.

i can try to give you some tips because i too came with almost the same question, and after reading various threads on reddit and other AV forums. i decided to get a 49 because thats the minimum size where HDR really kicks in. Also there arent any really good 43 tvs out there.

but i can try to name you some good 43 tvs, i have been on a journey while researching for a tv to buy.

decent 43 tvs:

TCL P607 & TCL S405 are a really good option and r/4k loves it, so does everybody who knows about this stuff. they are only availble in the stats, and the european TCL's arent as good as the Americans. I have read that tvs arent that bright for some people but you get alot for the money. very low input.

Samsung MU6300

Edge lit, bright and low input. It has higher rating on rtings then Nu7 series and sony X720e. tbf i really liked the Nu7000 in the stores.

I think you should read about some good tvs in 43 size and then go to your closest store and see them for yourself. like i said before, i seriously think you should upgrade to 49 and get a Sony Xe900/x900e or Xf900/x900f.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N29XPO3?tag=rtings-tv-bs10b-20&ie=UTF8

If it has to be a 43, then i would have gone for the TCL. only reason i didnt buy it was is that im not from the states. In my opinion you cant get a better tv for that size or money then a TCL. in a dark room, brightness shouldnt be a problem. Also search for TCL s405 owner thread on AV forums for experiences from the people who actually own the TV. i have told you from what i have read and it seem to be a very popular choice. good luck.

Edit: after a quick google search, it seems like TCL p607 comes in 43. defiantly go for p607 over S405

https://www.amazon.com/TCL-43S405-43-Inch-Ultra-Smart/product-reviews/B01N29XPO3/ref=cm_cr_dp_d_show_all_btm?ie=UTF8&reviewerType=avp_only_reviews&sortBy=recent

Maybe I should just get this

Even a 43” TCL is over >$300. Brands like Element and Westinghouse are generally not advised.

TCL 43S405 43 : https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N29XPO3?pf_rd_p=c2945051-950f-485c-b4df-15aac5223b10&pf_rd_r=NZ97E3Y9SM2QCS8TKXXR


TCL 43S425 43 Inch : https://www.bestbuy.com/site/tcl-43-class-led-4-series-2160p-smart-4k-uhd-tv-with-hdr-roku-tv/5947248.p?skuId=5947248&ref=212&loc=1&ds_rl=1260573&ds_rl=1266837&ref=212&loc=1&ds_rl=1266837&gclid=Cj0KCQiA28nfBRCDARIsANc5BFBAWLAl7eGye4RBJkVrSgflIplZzZgAl59iQCa40KX4FxmIdm8uNGkaAhWSEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

I would, but I can't game on anything bigger. I tried before and had to downsize because it effected my gameplay so much. So that was the best to you found for that size range? How much better is it compared to the tv I have now? https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01N29XPO3?psc=1&ref=yo_pop_mb_pd_title

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01N29XPO3/ref=ya_aw_oh_bia_dp?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This is the one I got.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01N29XPO3/ref=cm_cr_arp_mb_bdcrb_top?ie=UTF8

Check this bad boy out

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N29XPO3?tag=rtings-tv-bs10b-20&ie=UTF8

I was wondering what the ms of this TV is since it has 120Hz, 4k, and 40 inches. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N29XPO3/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

What are the disadvantages or advantages of using a TV as your monitor? (I know about the angle viewing but that does not bother me)

My current setup is using, https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824001095 As my secondary and

https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?item=9SIAC4Z5240434 as my primary.

I would also be happy with a monitor or great TV (good response time?) along 32 inches.

Hey guys! Got a TV sitting in my living room still in the box it got delivered in.

This is the TV in question:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N29XPO3/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

If you're interested just shoot me a PM and I'm sure we could work something out!

Wait for TVs to go on sale, don’t sell yourself short. Easy to find a good deal. But keep in mind you get what you pay for. HDR is big when looking for a tv. Games that don’t support 4k but have HDR is a nice boost to the color depth.

If you are patient grey Thursday/Black Friday/cyber Monday always have good deals.

This t.v. Is 100 bucks off amazon right now and seems to fit your budget. It is their 4 series.
I personally have never owned a tv from this company, I usually stay with Sony, Samsung, and LG and have yet to be disappointed.


4 series.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01N29XPO3/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1527285148&sr=8-6&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=4k+uhd+tv&dpPl=1&dpID=51xTjwmi4lL&ref=plSrch

6 series
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079N9HDNQ

https://www.amazon.com/TCL-43S405-43-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B01N29XPO3/ref=sr_1_8?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1503664790&sr=1-8&keywords=tv
This one, TCL is a good brand they make good computer monitors.
And for 329 dollars u cant do better than that.
When u watch 4k netflix ur mind will be so blown u would not regret for a second 4k upgrade.

and for the hdmi problem everyone has, u can get an hdmi split all tvs dont have many hdmi ports like is rare one who have more than 4.
https://www.amazon.com/Fosmon-HD1831-3-Port-Switch-Pigtail/dp/B008GVOVK0/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1503665138&sr=1-1&keywords=hdmi+split This will solve most of ur problems and also will be helpfull since it will make plugging hdmi accesible.

http://amazon.com/TCL-43S405-43-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B01N29XPO3/ref=asc_df_B01N29XPO3/

Sorryvlast post got removed, it'll probably be on sale Black Friday/Cyber Monday for even less

Ah, okay, I was more thinking of a 4k flatscreen like this. Is it not particularly suited for gaming?

You can get a Ryzen 5 1600 that includes a CPU cooler and a board for a good price. Choose the X370 Pro motherboard from asus if thats whats offered as a bundle from microcenter. Has overclocking headroom if you want, but not necessary.

Get yourself an R7 260x or above in my opinion as a GPU, I would tell you to get something better but GPU prices are so high right now.

Since you have the X370 Pro board now from asus, get yourself an M.2 SSD (About 120gb or more) and put windows and AutoCad on it. Then get yourself a decent 50 dollar range 1tb hard drive for long term storage.

Corsair has nice professional looking cases if you don't want the flash but don't want an ugly stock PC garbage box provided by friendly neighborhood HP and Dell pre builds.

Mouse and keyboard combo you can get real cheap on Amazon or Microcenter. That is of course unless you're looking for something like MLG grade with Cherry MX switches. I personally use an included keyboard from a pre built dell with my custom build pc to save money. Its a little loud on the key switches but its free and it does the job.

Pick up for yourself a diablotek 500 watt PSU from Microcenter, they are really cheap and surprisingly good for such a low price. They hold overclocked processors quite nicely. They aren't the best looking things out there but since you aren't getting a flashy case with windows or anything it won't matter

Since you will be shopping at microcenter for most of it I can pretty much guarantee you this build won't go close to 1800 dollars. So now you can spend all that money you saved on a sweet monitor and GPU for gaming on the side when your boss isn't looking. Remember to get extended warranties from Microcenter as they cover EVERYTHING except for theft and are the best thing ever.

Didn't do price checks or part builds for you but since I build all the time I can tell you from experience that these components won't break the bank.

As a little gift for you if your interested. You can get this TV and it has a decent screen with 4k HDR support at 120hz refresh rate. It not a monitor per say but it does a decent job at it with amazing specs. I know some casual gamers that use it for gaming:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N29XPO3?_encoding=UTF8&ref_=de_a_smtd&showDetailTechData=1#technical-data

Don't work with printers very often so I can't help you with that.

Hope this helps!

Looking at these:

ViewSonic XG2701 27" 144Hz 1ms 1080p FreeSync Gaming Monitor HDMI, DisplayPort https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01A0ZRQTM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_k-kDzbZCAMR7S

TCL 43S405 43-Inch 4K Ultra HD Roku Smart LED TV (2017 Model) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N29XPO3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_walDzb5A5C730

In the same boat as you OP. Amazon has a 40" one from TCL, a brand I'm unfamiliar with, for $270 that I'm thinking about purchasing. If you have a PS4 Pro and want to do 4k there is this 43" one for $350.

Anyone have opinions on TCL?

edit: After glancing around for like two minutes on this sub it seems like TCL certainly won't be as high quality as some of the more expense brand names, but they still produce a pretty solid product for the price.

How cheap is that tv gonna be?

Maybe a 43" ($280), 49" ($320), or 55" ($380) tcl Roku tv would be better.

All 4k.

https://www.amazon.com/TCL-43S405-43-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B01N29XPO3

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01MYGISTO/

https://www.amazon.com/TCL-55S405-55-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B01MTGM5I9

What about this 43-Inch 4K Ultra HD Roku Smart LED TV? $300 sounds way too good to be true