The initials stand for The Creative Life and the state-owned Chinese manufacturer typically targets the affordable end of the TV market, though it nevertheless employs some serious technology to rival some of the bigger brands. We aim to offer a simple and convenient delivery choice. As such, wherever possible, we provide 3 delivery options: Across the US and the UK, TCL TVs are serious competitors in the budget TV space – especially during peak shopping periods. Then, these already competitive TVs can be discounted massively. You’ll often find TCL TVs with competitive features and specs sold at some of the lowest prices around. The TCL C645K supports every version of HDR – HDR10, HLG, HDR10+ and Dolby Vision, which is very welcome at this price. It means never having to compromise, no matter which version a specific source is using, and the dynamic metadata in HDR10+ and Dolby Vision allows the TV to transcend its inherent limitations when tone-mapping HDR content. One of the HDMI inputs is at 2.1 standard, and it takes care of eARC functionality as well as having compatibility with some (but not all) current-gen console features. It’s got ALLM and AMD FreeSync covered, and uses its ‘Game Accelerator’ feature to create 4K/120Hz images - you’ll only get half the vertical resolution of true 120Hz content, though, as the C645 uses ‘dual gate line’ technology to allows its 60Hz panel to do the business. It’s not ideal, no - but have another look at the asking price and then see if you can live with it or not.

Three lines of TV make up TCL’s most recent, budget-oriented TVs: the C64K Series, the RC630K Series and the C745K Series. These TVs scale up in terms of price and features like HDR, QLED displays, Dolby Atmos, and more. The TCL C645 audio system is built on two downward-facing speakers with a total power of 20 watts. The TV supports both Dolby Atmos and DTS. When listening, the overall effect is flat, but with incredibly crisp dialogue. Even with virtual effects, the spatial fullness is very small. Without a woofer, it is difficult to reproduce meaningful sounds at the lowest frequencies. Therefore, to enhance the sound involvement, TCL offers separate soundbars with a subwoofer TCL S642W (2.1ch) and TCL S643W (3.1ch). Connections On fast-moving actions, you don't want to miss a detail. MEMC TCL's proprietary software algorithm steps up to the plate while you're watching sports or fast-paced shows or movies. Helping reduce motion display blur and keeping motion trails to a minimum. Secure Trust Bank PLC (register number 204550) is authorised by the PRA and regulated by the FCA and the PRA.

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The RS530K is available in either 32in or 40in and looks relatively similar in terms of specifications. It also has a 60Hz panel but the resolution is FHD (1,920 x 1,080) rather than UHD (3,840 x 2,160). Similarly, while there is support for the HDR10 and HLG formats, you don’t get the more advanced HDR10+ and Dolby Vision format support found with the RC630K. If you are a gamer looking for a Gaming TV that offers an optimised gaming experience, look no further than the TCL C64K Series. Boasting the 120Hz game accelerator for a smooth gaming experience, this responsive, performance driven TV is also HDMI eArc and ALLM enabled, meaning you'll always be able to experience the lowest latency and the best picture settings for gaming. At the same time, TCL's latest technology of 120Hz DLG* brings a higher refresh rate and a lower latency, paving the away for a more seamless gaming experience. game resolution is automatically set to Full HD to allow 120 Frames per second. There are of course a few key differences between the 2022 and 2023 models. The C835K can’t hit the same levels of brightness as its successor, with peak brightness of 1,500 nits compared to 2,000 nits. It also uses an older processor – AiPQ 2.0 – meaning HDR tone-mapping and general processing aren’t quite as impressive. There’s no 98in option either, and the speaker system is powered differently, with two 15W drivers and a single 30W driver in place of the pair of 25W drivers and single 20W driver on the C835K.

The C635K also runs the AiPQ 2.0 processor and is able to hit a peak brightness of 500 nits, which is actually slightly higher than the 450 nits the C645K is rated at. Like the two 2022 models above, the C635K runs the Android TV operating system rather than Google TV.

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With some Dolby Vision HDR-assisted content from a 4K Blu-ray disc on the go, there’s plenty to enjoy about the picture quality that’s on offer here. The TCL is a composed and grippy watch, keeping even the most testing on-screen movement under control with barely a hint of ghosting or judder. It’s similarly adept with textures and patterns, keeping the edges of even quite complicated patterns smooth and stable while keeping picture noise to an absolute minimum.