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TCL 65R617

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Pros

  • picture quality is very reliable
  • HDR) is pretty awesome
  • better contrast and richer colors

Cons

  • not as wide as many competing sets
  • by blurring and juddering
  • ) struggled a bit with its local dimming

Key specs

  • Flat screen
  • 64.5 in
  • 3840, 2160 px
  • LED
  • 120 Hz
  • yes
  • yes

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TCL 65R617 - Pros & Cons

TCL 65R617

Pros

  • picture quality is very reliable
  • HDR) is pretty awesome
  • better contrast and richer colors
  • the dimming is excellent
  • great picture quality and excellent features
  • Simple menus with quick responses
  • simple interface and extensive streaming app support
  • similar image quality overall -- in a word
  • excellent
  • sound quality clear and well-balanced
  • strong volume and a surprisingly good amount of bass

Cons

  • not as wide as many competing sets
  • by blurring and juddering
  • ) struggled a bit with its local dimming
  • Brightness and video processing fall short of some more expensive TVs
  • color was far from terrible before calibration
  • their skin tones looked a bit too reddish and oversaturated
  • prices are significantly higher
  • The selected apps on these buttons may vary by retailer
  • not enabled by default for some external sources
  • a glossy plastic with a faux brushed metal surface
  • display quality

TCL 65R617 - Technical Overview

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IconScreen size
64.5 in
Best:
Axen 8682442100917
Screen size: 123 in
IconRefresh rate
120 Hz
Best:
Panasonic TC-P55VT60
Refresh rate: 3000 Hz
IconResolution
3840 x 2160 px
Best:
Samsung QE82Q800TATXXU
Resolution: 7680 x 7320 px

TCL 65R617 - Full Specifications

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Display
Panel designFlat screen
Screen size64.5 in
Resolution3840 x 2160 px
Screen TechnologyLED
Aspect ratio16:9
Refresh rate120.0 Hz
Number of colors1.07 billion
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Features
Smart Tvyes
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3d technology
3D Supportno
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Network
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)yes
Wi-Fi standards
Wi-Fi 5
Ethernetyes
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Body with stand
Height35.0 in
Width57.0 in
Weight55.49 lb
Depth10.0 in
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Frame interpolation
Technology
CMI 120 Hz
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Tuner
Tuner typeAnalog & Digital
CI+no
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Audio properties
Built-in speaker(s)yes
Audio decodersDolby Digital
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Ergonomics
Vesa mountyes
Vesa interface type300x300mm
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Connectivity
Number of HDMI ports3
HDMI version2.0a
USB 2.0 ports1
Number of composite Inputs1
DVI portno
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Body without stand
Height32.0 in
Width57.0 in
Weight51.19 lb
Depth3.0 in
Colour of productBlack
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Shipping
Height42.9 in
Width64.0 in
Weight76.3 lb
Depth8.4 in
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Video
Video quality standards2160p
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Cpu
CPU Cores2

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TCL 65R617 TCL - Editorial Reviews (11)

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TCL 65R617 TCL 6-Series 55-Inch 4K HDR TV Review (55R617)
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Hipster Pixel
Published: 17.01.2019
TCL 6-Series 55-Inch 4K HDR TV Review (55R617)
4.1

The TCL 6-Series 55-inch 4K television powered by Roku OS is trying to hit hard on the market. The question is, is it hitting the ball or is it simply hittin...

TCL 65R617 Gaming Review: TCL 6-Series 55R617 4K HDR TV | DisplayLag
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DisplayLag
Published: 12.10.2018
Gaming Review: TCL 6-Series 55R617 4K HDR TV | DisplayLag
4.6

<strong>Affiliate Disclosure</strong> This post may contain affiliate links. Clicking these links will redirect you to Amazon.com, and we will receive a small commission on purchases made through this link. TCL has gained a solid reputation for gamers since the release of their P-Series 4K TV from last year, widely recognized for its extremely low input

TCL 65R617 TCL 6 Series 65-inch Roku TV (65R617) Review: A Fantastic 4K Value
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Tom's Guide
Published: 09.05.2018
TCL 6 Series 65-inch Roku TV (65R617) Review: A Fantastic 4K Value
4.0

The TCL 6 Series 65-inch Roku TV updates TCL's value-packed favorite for 2018 and brings with it great performance, better backlighting and everything we love about Roku, all for an affordable price.

TCL 65R617 TCL 6 series (2018 Roku TV) review: Still the best picture quality for the money, period
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CNET
Published: 29.06.2019
TCL 6 series (2018 Roku TV) review: Still the best picture quality for the money, period
4.5

With a picture that rivals TVs costing twice as much, TCL's 6 series Roku TV from 2018 is still the best value available today.

TCL 65R617 TCL 6 series (2018 Roku TV) review: Still the best picture quality for the money, period
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CNET
Published: 29.06.2019
TCL 6 series (2018 Roku TV) review: Still the best picture quality for the money, period
4.5

With a picture that rivals TVs costing twice as much, TCL's 6 series Roku TV from 2018 is still the best value available today.

TCL 65R617 TCL 65R617 Review
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PCMAG
Published: 02.05.2018
TCL 65R617 Review
4.0

TCL's 6-Series of 4K TVs is a worthy successor to last year's excellent P-Series, and stands as one of the best values currently available.

TCL 65R617 TCL 6 Series 2018 Review (55R617, 65R617, 75R617)
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RTINGS.com
Published: 06.03.2020
TCL 6 Series 2018 Review (55R617, 65R617, 75R617)
3.9

The TCL 6 Series 2018 is a very good 4k TV for a wide range of usages. It has good dark scene performance due to the full-array local dimming and high native con...

TCL 65R617 TCL 65R617 Image Quality Review – ReferenceHT
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Reference Home Theater
Published: 06.08.2018
TCL 65R617 Image Quality Review – ReferenceHT

The 2016 TCL P-Series was a TV that we felt performed much better than its price would indicate. At a time when true HDR TVs were selling for well over $1,000, the $650 TCL made for a massive bargain. A year later, TCL has changed the naming from the P-Series to the 6-Series but also […]

TCL 65R617 TCL 6-Series Roku TV (R615, R617) review
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TechRadar
Published: 23.06.2021
TCL 6-Series Roku TV (R615, R617) review
4.5

An exceptional 4K HDR TV for the budget-minded buyer

TCL 65R617 TCL 6 Series (2018) TV Review
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Reviewed Cameras
Published: 27.04.2018
TCL 6 Series (2018) TV Review

TCL's new 6 Series (R617/R615) 4K/HDR smart TV could be the value champion of 2018.

TCL 65R617 TCL 55R617 4K UHD Roku TV review: Great color and HDR for a very modest price
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pcworld.com_techhive.com
Published: 13.07.2018
TCL 55R617 4K UHD Roku TV review: Great color and HDR for a very modest price
3.5

The 6-series' color and HDR are astounding for this price range, but weak motion handling and problematic backlighting remind you this isn't a high-end TV.

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