Reddit mentions of TCL 43S425 43 Inch 4K Ultra HD Smart Roku LED TV (2018)

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• "Kiss More Often" Wall art
  
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• Couch
  
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• Standing Desk
  
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• KRK Rokit 5 Studio Monitors
  
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• TCL 43 Inch 4K TV
  
• Adjustable TV Desk Mount
  
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• Led Wifi Controllers
  
  • If you have a led strip that doesn't have a wifi controller, you can purchase a compatible controller to take advantage of home automation

For an extra $20 you can get this years model which is 4k.

I've never used them, but I personally would rather spend the extra $50 for TCL https://www.amazon.com/TCL-43S425-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B07DK5PZFY

43 inch 4K tv has Roku built in. I have a 32 inch 1080p one by the same brand and I love it.

Looking to buy a 43" 4K TV for my bedroom soon and want one that doubles as an occasional monitor when I want to step away from 1080 and see the visuals pop. Does anyone have any recommendations? I've been looking at this TCL tv for a little bit but am unsure that 1) it'll be good for gaming, and 2) if 43" is too small for 4K? Any recommendations are appreciated but I'm definitely looking for the value/budget TVs rather than the top of the line stuff.

For non gaming you might want a TV they have higher contrast.

4k budget smart TV here.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DK5PZFY

Is the mi box s a good option?

Also is this a nice tv? https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07DK5PZFY/ref=dp_ob_neva_mobile?th=1&psc=1

I have not seen that one in person. I do like the Fire TV interface, though I use Youtube TV which is not on that platform, so Roku serves my needs better.

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However, I just got this TCL / Roku one a few weeks back. So far it's very good for the price: TCL 43S425 43 Inch 4K Ultra HD Smart Roku LED TV (2018) . It's $249 on Amazon.

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Good luck.

Yes but this tv is also really good for input lag. And it's 4k

TCL 43S425 43 Inch 4K Ultra HD Smart Roku LED TV (2018) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DK5PZFY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Q2j4DbPVZRF54

Nevermind, I can post several links obviously

Indoor Outdoor Projector Screen,... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F1VLRZ6?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

J-Tech Digital Ultra HD 4K HDMI to HDMI + Audio (Spdif + RCA Stereo) Audio Extractor Converter(Support Apple TV 4 Gen) Premium Quality https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00YHS5E6Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_G8ZdIxDbFbxhh

VANKYO Leisure 510 Full HD Projector with 3600 Lux, Video Projector with 200" Projection Size, Support 1080P HDMI VGA AV USB with Free HDMI Cable and Carrying Bag https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07G2Y5LX9/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_MxYBCbDMFNHW7

Jeteven Polyester Hanging... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075WWRRZV?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

AUKEY Table Lamp, Touch Sensor... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AJ7F14I?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Mini Dj Disco Ball Party Stage... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074RKPSDK?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Sennheiser HD 579 Open Back... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01L1IIF1K?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Flash Furniture High Back Black... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B012JJ2EEY?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

P3 P4330 Kill A Watt Ps 10 Surge... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004OG94VW?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

LG 29WK600-W 29" UltraWide 21:9... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078GL93KG?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Onkyo TX-SR373 5.2 Channel A/V Receiver with Bluetooth https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XVGCBZ4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_kCYBCbJTN8QJ1

Polk Audio T15 100 Watt Home Theater Bookshelf Speakers (Pair) - Premium Sound at a Great Value | Dolby and DTS Surround | Wall-Mountable https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002RJLHB8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_OCYBCbX2TX5XM

Polk Audio PSW10 10" Powered Subwoofer - Featuring High Current Amp and Low-Pass Filter | Up to 100 Watts | Big Bass at a Great Value | Easy integration Home Theater Systems https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002KVQBA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_mDYBCbWN7VD6T

TCL 43S425 43 Inch 4K Ultra HD Smart Roku LED TV (2018) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DK5PZFY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_3DYBCbZ7TGJ9X

Plus an Asus rog laptop gtx 1060 16gb ram, two ps3s, Corsair hs60 headphones, vmoda Crossfade wireless, a Google chromecast

>Thank you for your comment! Should I go with this: https://www.amazon.com/TCL-43S425-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B07DK5PZFY/ref=sr\_1\_3?keywords=TCL%2B4k&qid=1565230614&s=gateway&sr=8-3&th=1
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>or try to snag that Visio D50u-d1 i mentioned in my post?

1080p upscaling has improved quite a bit from the early days. You're hard-pressed to find a 4K TV that doesn't do it well.

1080p displays, at least as far as TVs go, aren't a very great market to stay in. Less and less are being developed, especially good ones, and 4K televisions can be found for a great price.

If you'd like a couple recommendations:

TCL S425 43" - $249 (RTings review) (50" is $50 more, 55" is $100 more)

Its input lag is respectable. Not the fanciest TV, but it would fit your needs well while not mutilating your wallet.

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Vizio P-Series 55" - $699 (RTings review)

When compared to the aforementioned TCL, the input lag isn't better, but you do get a lot more features packed into this TV than you would the TCL.

I have a 2018 Tcl/Roku 43" and its working flawless & was out of box with a 4k stick/remote. Have you updated tv software? also you can update your remotes IR profiles. TCL 43S425 43 Inch 4K Ultra HD Smart Roku LED TV (2018)

Quick release stands should be fine if you need them. As long as the lighthouses are stable anything works.

I bought the FastCap mounts... and didn't use them. They are overly obtrusive and you are much better served, imo, by installing small corner shelves or just mounting the lighthouse's included stands to the wall. It's really not worth putting up those stands. They are neat but imo not the best way to go.

For my VR room I used the following to provide unobtrusive access to the VR Pc (note the PC is in the closet and the door can be closed when in use):

Keyobard mount (I then used a Logitech keyboard and trackball with magnets to secure them when the mount is closed): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B018D5ALDY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

TV wall mount and a 4k TV (40 inch). One note here... I don't recommend this for a larger 4k tv like what I have here as you are too close to the display when using the keyboard. It's great for people to see whats going on while observing but it's harder to work with when accessing the PC out of VR. Use a smaller display.

TV and mount:
TV:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DK5PZFY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

TV Mount:
ttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000WYVBR0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I'll post pictures of the room sometime. I like what the OP did with the gym mats. Good look and protection but if you do your chaperone properly it's probably not necessary (but certainly doesn't hurt).

Lastly I have all of the equipment running on Smartthings controlled switches so I can power on the "room" (PC, display, lighthouses, etc etc) on demand. I normally turn off the PC normally and have BIOS set to power on the PC when power is restored (ie the Smartthings switch is turned on). So I can tell my Amazon Echo to "Alexa, turn on the VR Room" and everything powers on and is ready for use when I get there.

Do they have 120Hz at 4K or 1080p 120Hz?

A TCL 43" is only $230 right now on Amazon. That's a damn good deal and the pixel density is a little higher than a 27" 1440p. Low input lag for a TV too.

Why are you thinking of running a lower than 4K resolution on a 4K screen? Lower end GPU?

lmao def would check it out if I had the ability, sounds pretty decent.

Also I have a few more questions if you don't mind..

So I was also thinking about a certified refurbished 4k TV from Amazon, just not sure about that.

And then I found two 4k TCLs that are both 2018 models but I'm not sure the difference, can you tell what the difference is?

TCL 43S425 43 Inch 4K Ultra HD Smart Roku LED TV (2018) ($250)

TCL 43S517 43-Inch 4K Ultra HD Roku Smart LED TV (2018 Model) ($300)

Probably because one is Smart Roku and the other is Roku Smart lol /s

I also forgot to ask for TCLs is the Contrast Control Zone (CCZ) worth it? The TV would be in a bright room with lots of windows and glare.

I've used this TV for over a year and a half. It's great.

Thoughts on this?
https://www.amazon.com/TCL-43S425-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B07DK5PZFY

how do i tell if its a 6 series? is this a 6 series? TCL 43S425 4K Smart Roku LED TV (2018) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DK5PZFY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_taVVBb8V4CFY7

Why so small? You can get this for really cheap:
https://www.amazon.com/TCL-50S425-inch-Smart-Roku/dp/B07DK5PZFY?th=1&psc=1

Much better experience if you’re in America. 24” is too small IMO. Even if you’re sitting just over 5 feet away.

What country are you from?

I have this one:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DK5PZFY?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

for my tv buying i usually look towards TCL. im not sure if yiu care about the whole "tv having apps thing", but its only around 30 bucks over your price if you have amazon prime! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DK5PZFY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_.0tkDbQQBM5BV