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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Vizio MQ6 '23 generally offers better performance in most aspects compared to the TCL S470G, including overall picture quality, performance in both dark and bright rooms, and watching movies, sports, or cartoons. However, the TCL is usually less expensive and may be a better deal if budget is a priority and you're okay with lower performance in those areas. Both TVs may not perform well as monitors but have voice command features for ease of use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the TCL S470G (LCD)
- Good viewing angle
Advantages of the Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD)
- Good for dark room
- Good for movies & TV
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
- Good for cartoons & animation
Key differences
Picture Quality
5.4
7.4
3.76/10
CONTRAST
6.00/10
6.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.2/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD) has good picture quality, while the TCL S470G (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.0
7.3
3.76/10
CONTRAST
6.00/10
5.4/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.4/10
6.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the TCL S470G (LCD) is poor.
The TCL S470G has a lower contrast ratio and poor local dimming capabilities, which means it doesn't deliver as deep blacks crucial for movie-watching environments, impacting its performance for movies and cinematic TV negatively compared to the Vizio MQ6 '23. Meanwhile, the Vizio MQ6 '23 has better black uniformity and a higher contrast ratio, providing a better viewing experience for dark scenes typically found in movies and cinematic content.
Gaming
5.6
6.5
5.9/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.4/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.9/10
5.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
5.4/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.9/10
The Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD) is only fair for gaming, while the TCL S470G (LCD) is poor.
The TCL S470G has poor response time, which can lead to motion blur during fast-paced gaming, although it offers lower input lag which is beneficial for a responsive gaming experience. Conversely, the Vizio MQ6 '23 offers fair response time for clearer motion but has slightly higher input lag, which may affect the immediacy of gameplay responsiveness.
Cartoons & Animation
5.7
7.4
7.2/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.0/10
6.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.2/10
5.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
7.4/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.7/10
6.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
5.8/10
The Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD) is good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL S470G (LCD) is poor.
The TCL S470G has colors that are good out of the box and a good color gamut, yet it is still poor for watching cartoons because other factors such as its color volume and gray uniformity fall short. In contrast, the Vizio MQ6 '23 is good for cartoons as it not only offers very good colors out of the box and a color gamut, but also a better color volume and contrast, enhancing its overall portrayal of animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.4
7.1
5.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
6.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
The Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S470G (LCD) is poor.
The Vizio MQ6 '23 has good SDR brightness and good upscaling, which enhances clarity for news and talk shows, whereas the TCL S470G has poor SDR brightness and less effective upscaling, resulting in a lower quality viewing experience for these types of programs.
Bright Room
5.3
6.3
7.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.0/10
5.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
5.3/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.7/10
6.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.6/10
The Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD) is only fair for bright room, while the TCL S470G (LCD) is poor.
The TCL S470G struggles in bright rooms due to its poor SDR brightness and only fair reflection handling, which means it might not overpower ambient light well enough and can show reflections from windows or lamps. In contrast, the Vizio MQ6 '23, despite having the same level of reflection handling, offers good SDR brightness, which allows it to handle ambient light better and makes it a more suitable option for well-lit environments.
Cost
$400
$500
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
The TCL S470G (LCD) has a price of $400 and the Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD) costs $500.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.2
6.2
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.9/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
6.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
5.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD) and TCL S470G (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
When watching sports, the TCL S470G and the Vizio MQ6 '23 both deliver fair performance but they have distinct strengths and weaknesses. The TCL S470G, with better viewing angles and motion processing, may suit a wider seating arrangement and handle fast-paced action well, whereas the Vizio MQ6 '23, with superior reflection handling and response time, would be preferable in a bright room and provide sharper transitions during quick movement.
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How the TCL S470G (LCD) and the Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| TCL S470G (LCD) | Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$400 | $500 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | TCL | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 6, 2023 | August 3, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65S470G | M65Q6M | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Google TV | SmartCast | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 5.9/10 | 6.7/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 3 | 3 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 5.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 5.4/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.1/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.2/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.8" x 56.9" x 3.2" | 32.6" x 56.9" x 3.3" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 34.6" x 56.9" | 35.4" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 30.9 lbs | 39.3 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 200 x 200 | 400 x 200 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | No | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 3.8/10 | 6/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 16 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Bypass only | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | |
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Stratos Kampourogiannis | November 2023
"On the bright side the S4 does have great viewing angles that can make it an excellent family TV. It has great color coverage, its input lag is extremely low, it supports Dolby Vision and comes with Google TV."
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About TCL
TCL, the highly recognizable TV brand from China, has firmly established itself as the second-largest manufacturer in terms of sales volume. Renowned for striking an impressive balance between affordability, picture quality, and design, TCL TVs deliver a compelling overall package. While they have traditionally excelled in the low-end and midrange TV segments, TCL has recently made remarkable strides in the realm of high-end televisions, introducing impressive models that rival top competitors. Most TCL TVs use Roku software which is very user friendly and easy to use, but they have a few other models that use Google TV which has the largest app selection, but is not as user friendly as Roku.
About Vizio
Vizio is an American company. While they initially gained recognition for offering budget-friendly TVs, they have successfully expanded their product lineup to include high-end options as well. They manufacture TVs primarily in Mexico, China, and Vietnam. Similar to many Korean TV brands, Vizio developed its own smart TV software called SmartCast. In the past, SmartCast was not the best smart TV software, but it has evolved so that it is now good for using your TV and connecting to streaming services.
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