Reddit mentions of TCL 55R617 - 55-Inch 4K Ultra HD Roku Smart LED TV (2018 Model)

The Xbox One subreddit isn't very helpful here due to the moderation team deleting these threads. You'll have more luck of at /r/4kTV/ since your thread is going to get deleted. With a 4K TV, you want low input lag which on 4K tvs is hard to find. The current champion was released on 5/1/2018 which is the TCL 6 Series 4K TV. It boasts 12-14ms input where other brands are in the high 40+ms range. The TCL 6 series TV is nearly impossible to get right now, so expect 2-4 weeks shipping. You can get the 65" for $999, the 55" is $650.

These TVs are a hit or miss brand. Some people run into issues with vertical lines or dead pixels on arrival. If you run into this, keep the TV and use it until they can get you a replacement then send the old one in the other box back OR pick yours up from Best Buy and return it to store there.

When I ordered mine, Best Buy delayed my shipping 3 times but gave me $100 gift card. On the 3rd delay I canceled my order and ordered from Amazon. I paid $30 for next day air but the package arrived 3 days late. Amazon rep was super unhelpful and gave me a ton of attitude. A manager got involved and gave me $200 off the TV and refunded my $30 shipping.

55": https://www.amazon.com/TCL-55R617-55-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B079N9HDNQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1525665963
65": https://www.amazon.com/TCL-65R617-65-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B079NJMFL8/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1525667241


If you're really broke, you can get last years model which is one of the highest rated gaming TVs for 4K and it's on sale for $499 https://www.amazon.com/TCL-55S405-55-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B01MTGM5I9/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=152566733

Just get this. Done.

Reasons: Full array local dimming, and Dolby Vision support for your Apple TV 4K. With picture quality approaching TVs three times the price.

55" is available on Amazon now! Delivery is set for Monday, the 30th!

https://www.amazon.com/TCL-65R617-65-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B079N9HDNQ

It is not bad but does not have local dimming for HDR.

https://www.rtings.com/tv/reviews/tcl/5-series-2018-s517

If you went down to the 55" you could get the 6 series which is better image quality for $650

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B079N9HDNQ

https://www.rtings.com/tv/reviews/tcl/6-series-2018-r617

But if the larger size is more important than HDR to you, that's fine too.

Checking out RTings.com for good reviews.

edit - at that price point, I would also consider the Vizio E Series 2018 - 65" for $700-$730 (E65-F1)

The Vizio P55-F1 is my current Value Recommendation for Televisions :)

$749 at Best Buy Currently

If not that, the TCL R617 55" is also a Killer Value

$622 on Amazon

Amazon new for 550

I got it from walmart refurbished for 440

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Honestly this tv is gorgeous and 55 inches is massive. I don't think 90% of the public can tell the difference between a 900 dollar TV and a 2k tv.

I would rather, and did* spend money on furniture.

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Save up a few hundred more dollars and go with the TCL 55” 6 series. True HDR10 and an insane amount of bang for your buck. I have a 55” and a 65” 6 series and couldn’t be happier with my purchases.

You do, however, run a bit of a risk with TCL panels as they are infamous for having some pretty noticeable imperfections if you’re unlucky. My 55” is perfect, but there is some banding on my 65” that is fairly apparent when the screen gets bright, but still isn’t that noticeable when watching content.

https://www.amazon.com/TCL-55R617-55-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B079N9HDNQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?keywords=tcl+55r6&qid=1559061146&s=gateway&sr=8-2

It wasn't showing up for me in search either, but then I noticed it was on the sidebar. It wasn't showing up because it's now marked as "currently unavailable." Here's the link, though.

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B079N9HDNQ/

Thanks for the heads up. After much research, I am pretty set on the TCL 55R617 TV here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B079N9HDNQ?tag=rtings-tv-bs10b-20&ie=UTF8

Is the 200$ price difference worth it for the 6 series over the 5 series? What is the difference between the R615 and R617? I'm looking to be "Wowed" by the improvement in HDR content over my current Sony TV which will be migrating to the bedroom.

From what I've been reading from others, TCL quality control is much improved during the second half of the year and I already have Amazon prime so unless anyone knows of a cheaper price elsewhere (Black Friday or Cyber Monday) I think I'm going to pull the trigger on the TV linked above.

Also, I plan on wall mounting this TV and would appreciate recommendations on an inexpensive mount that will work with this TV.

Thanks

Are you referring to the 2018 TCL 55R617?
TCL 55R617 55-Inch 4K Ultra HD Roku Smart LED TV (2018 Model) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079N9HDNQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_lPI6Ab5NPZVMC

I understand. I bet lots of folks will pop in here and give good recommendations. The TCL 55R617 55-Inch 4K Ultra HD seems to get lots of love as one of the best values around also.

This is the best TV for the money. Hands down.

that model and this was also recommended. any differences between the two?

The 55R617 is in stock right now.

ok I'm between the tcl and the vizio

Though the Vizio P series is great and E series passable the D class is generally crap. I think the only one I could really recommend at that level is the TLC 6 series from 2018. The 55" goes for $670 on amazon, you may be able to find better prices elsewhere.

Rtings.com best sets under $500

If you can stretch to $650 $629, the 55" TCL R617 is your best budget option.

What kind of budget are you working with?

Rtings reviewed that TV, and while the 4k is fine, the HDR isn't impressive at all.

> HDR is average and the lack of a wide color gamut, low HDR peak brightness, and lack of local dimming doesn't make HDR content stand out.

Source

I recommend reading the whole review.

I would recommend this TCL R617 as it has great HDR and will give you the best value for your money.

Rtings review here

Keep in mind the 6 series at bestbuy is a bestbuy specific model which leaves out some features compared to the 55R617 sold elsewhere when comparing price. It is not apples to apples. Good price fore the 55" 55R617 6 series right now on amazon i just ordered 1.

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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B079N9HDNQ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/TCL-55R617-55-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B079N9HDNQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1525567100&sr=8-1&keywords=tcl+6+series&dpID=51yuZMcAxRL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch


won't beat this right now as far as budget + HDR + low input lag + 4k

I think we're SOL in Canada. Amazon has it listed as unavailable, but I'm not sure if they'll ever get it.

https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B079N9HDNQ/?coliid=I3LIH08PN4RB6N&colid=18D1QNMXR02RF&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

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

TCL 55R617 55-Inch 4K Ultra HD Roku Smart LED TV (2018 Model) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079N9HDNQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_H77QDb9B10QDT

You can also get the 65 inch model for under 1k.

That is really up to you.

IMO 55-inches will look fine at 9 feet. 65-inches will look a bit more immersive, but how much that's worth it up to you. It is 40% more screen area than a 55-inch panel.

The 55-inch TCL 6-series is currently $650. The Best Buy version is $50 cheaper but comes with a worse remote. The 65-inch is close to $1000.

I don't know why you're bothering with the Vizio M series. It's the same price and not as good.

If you feel like spending more, then the Vizio P series is worth the upgrade. It is $200 more than the TCL 6-series at each size.

Imo the TCL 6 beats it overall: it's this one - https://www.amazon.com/TCL-55R617-55-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B079N9HDNQ?ref_=Oct_TopRatedC_172659_1&pf_rd_p=0c754443-c2f5-5688-a172-b6edd84a9cee&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-6&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_i=172659&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=9D9SPDEVRTT5PX4CRECC&pf_rd_r=9D9SPDEVRTT5PX4CRECC&pf_rd_p=0c754443-c2f5-5688-a172-b6edd84a9cee

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It's VA panel, so viewing angles need to be more head on but has much better contrast ratio than IPS (the LG).

Yeah, I didn’t buy a warranty for it either. I bought one for my dynex which was a waste because it was perfect. But the Vizio was a total joke and their customer service was even worse. I remember them priding themselves on being an American company, but they definitely don’t meet the traditional American made standards. Never again will I buy Vizio and I have done my best to talk others out of wasting their money.

I was looking at this other American brand, TCL, but I’m pretty sure it’s the exact same thing as Vizio.

TCL 55R617 55-Inch 4K Ultra HD Roku Smart LED TV (2018 Model) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079N9HDNQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Y.x5CbJY7G0QN

Nearly everything you said is wrong. TCL offers the R617 for $650.

It exceeds 1000 nits.

There are great options for affordable 4K with HDR that provides more than just a sticker on the box.

I was going to get TCL's new series 6 55" but after reading and seeing pics of people's new TVs, I decided to pass. Too many of them reported severe vertical banding on the screen.

I thought it was relegated to just the 55" model. I considered the 65" model, but realized that was just too large for my tastes. This TV seems to be the top of the line for ROKU based TVs. In the end I just could not take the chance. I am disabled and shipping such equipment back and forth is not too practical for me.


I went with a Sony. May not be the most current. Definently not the most expensive. But it fit my size, and the reviews were far better. I did have to get used to the new interface as it run Android TV. I've come to appreciate it.

I still have my trusty Roku 3 in the bedroom chugging away without any issues.

TCL 55R617 55-Inch 4K Ultra HD Roku Smart LED TV (2018 Model) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079N9HDNQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_RsGACbDNZNZ5R this one on amazon for 579$

Samsung UN55NU8000FXZA Flat 55" 4K UHD 8 Series Smart LED TV (2018) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079NBMTWY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_huGACbYWFPDH4 the Samsung 55 inch 8000 series for 897$

I’m less familiar with the Vizio models but they are also similar price ranges. Overall I’d say TCL is cheapest and provides great price value and has Roku, Samsung is pricier and Vizio again idk but all three are wayyyy more credible and not necessarily more expensive

https://www.amazon.com/TCL-55R617-55-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B079N9HDNQ

This is a pretty solid choice

wait, am I wrong, I thought it was the 4-series I am looking at

https://www.amazon.com/TCL-55R617-55-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B079N9HDNQ

edit: okay I think this actually is the 6-series then

Is it possible you can still return/exchange the tv? If so this or this are good bets for a tv with true HDR at a similar price.

TCL 55R617 55-Inch 4K Ultra HD Roku Smart LED TV (2018 Model) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079N9HDNQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_iRaCDb18BHFF0

Not sure about 2019 models but you’re not gonna find a better tv for under 1000

Edit: Best Buy has their in house model for 499.99. Comes with no infrared remote and no Alexa so if those are important to you than get the one from amazon

55 is prime eligible now https://www.amazon.com/TCL-55R617-55-Inch-Ultra-Smart/dp/B079N9HDNQ/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1524778087&sr=8-7&keywords=tcl+6+series

Right now all the rage is the new TCL 6 Series (R615, R617). I personally wouldn't buy a box of Cracker Jack from Best Buy, much less a television. But, whatever. Check out the TCL 55R617 55-Inch 4K Ultra HD Roku Smart LED TV (2018 Model) on Amazon.com. They also have the TCL 55S405 55-Inch 4K Ultra HD Roku Smart LED TV (2017 Model) for $380 if you're looking so save some money. TCL 49S405 49-Inch 4K Ultra HD Roku Smart LED TV (2017 Model) is $330 if you're really strapped for cash. All of which will be superior entertainment delivery vehicles to any non-OLED LG product.