RATED
Good
6.6/10
39.5″ TCL 40S5L – Full Specifications
The TCL 40S5L (39.5 in) is a small budget Google TV for bedrooms, kitchens and dorm rooms.
TCL●TV
Display
39.5 in, VA, LED, 1920 x 1080 pixels
39.5
Refresh rate
50 Hz / 60 Hz
50 Hz
Dimensions
892 x 507 x 77 mm
892
Weight
4.58 kg
4.58 k
Processor
Overview
The TCL 40S5L (39.5 in) is a small budget Google TV for bedrooms, kitchens and dorm rooms. Its VA panel shows 1920 × 1080 at 55 ppi and 50/60 Hz with an anti-glare matte coating, HDR10, HDR10+ and HLG. Two HDMI inputs and one USB port are fitted. It weighs just 4.63 kg with the stand and 4.58 kg without it, mounts on 100 × 100 mm VESA and draws 39 W typically with an energy class F.
- 39.5 in VA, 1920 × 1080, 55 ppi
- 50/60 Hz, LED, anti-glare matte
- HDR10, HDR10+, HLG
- 2 HDMI inputs, 1 × USB
- 4.63 kg with stand, 100 × 100 VESA
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Tiny 4.63 kg weight suits bedside walls
- Only 39 W typical power draw
- Full HD at 55 ppi looks sharp up close
- Google TV with built-in casting support
- Matte coating cuts bedroom lamp glare
Cons
- Only two HDMI inputs are provided here
- Energy class F despite the low draw
- No HDR format beyond the HDR10 family
- 60 Hz limit is a step behind 120 Hz and faster sets for gaming
Score & Ratings
6.6/10
Good
Television Identity & Market
12
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | TCL |
| Series | S5L |
| Model | 40S5L |
| Full Product Name | TCL 40S5L |
| Model Year | 2026 |
| TV Category | Entry / Budget Tier |
| Market Position | Budget Google TV |
| Primary Use | Budget-Conscious Everyday Viewing |
| Region / Variant | Not specified |
| Launch Status | 2026 model year |
| Available Colors | Black |
| Warranty | 1 year limited warranty |
Screen Geometry & Format
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 39.5 in |
| Marketed Screen Size | 39.5 in |
| Exact Diagonal | 1003.3 mm / 100.33 cm / 39.5 in / 3.2917 ft |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 878.11 mm / 87.811 cm / 34.5713 in / 2.8809 ft |
| Active Display Height | 485.35 mm / 48.535 cm / 19.1083 in / 1.5924 ft |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | 94.24 % |
| 3D Support | No |
39.5" Display Size (100.3 cm) 16:9
Resolution at a Glance
Panel Architecture & Light Control
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Manufacturer | CSOT |
| Panel Type | VA |
| Panel Technology | VA |
| Quantum Dot | Yes |
| Backlight Type | LED |
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) |
| FRC | Yes |
| Display Colors | 1.07 billion colors / 30-bit |
Surface Treatment & Viewing Layer
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare / Matte |
Resolution, Scaling & Signal
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixelsFull HD / 1080p |
| Pixel Density | 55 ppi |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.457 mm |
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Luminance, Blacks & Contrast
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Static Contrast | 4000 : 1 |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 4000 : 1 |
| Viewing Angles | 178 ° / 178 ° |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
Color Reproduction & Calibration
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 93 % |
| Wide Color Gamut | Yes |
RECOMMENDED VIEWING DISTANCE
40"
Viewing Distance = 1.5–2.5 × Screen Size
25° field of view — Comfortable, relaxed viewing.
HDR Formats & Tone Mapping
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDR Support |
|
| HDR Formats |
|
Motion Processing & Response
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 50 Hz / 60 Hz |
| Maximum Refresh Rate | 50 Hz / 60 Hz |
Console, VRR & Game Tools
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Game Mode | Yes |
Picture Intelligence & AI
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| AI Upscaling | 4K upscaling |
Broadcast Tuners & Reception
10
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In TV Tuner |
|
| Tuner Configuration |
|
| Analog Tuner | NTSC / PAL / SECAM |
| Digital Terrestrial Tuner | dvb-t |
| Digital Terrestrial Tuner 2 | dvb-t2 |
| Digital Cable Tuner | dvb-c |
| Digital Satellite Tuner | dvb-s |
| Digital Satellite Tuner 2 | dvb-s2 |
| Satellite Input | 1× F-type |
| Antenna RF Input | Yes |
Smart Platform & System
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Smart TV | Yes |
| Operating System | Google TV |
Streaming & Entertainment
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Netflix | Yes |
| YouTube | Yes |
| Prime Video | Yes |
| Disney+ | Yes |
Voice Assistants & Search
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Voice Control | Yes |
| Google Assistant | Yes |
HDMI Signal Interface
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HDMI Ports |
|
| HDMI CEC | Yes |
Ports & Connections
USB, Audio & Legacy I/O
10
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Total USB Ports |
|
| USB-A 2.0 Ports |
|
| Ethernet Port | 1× RJ45 |
| Optical Audio Output | 1× S/PDIF |
| 3.5 mm Audio Output | 1× 3.5 mm |
| Headphone Output | Yes |
| Satellite Input | 1× F-type |
| Antenna Input | 1× RF |
| Common Interface Slot | 1× CI+ |
| Composite Input | Yes |
Wireless, LAN & Casting
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| LAN | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 8 |
| Wi-Fi Standards | 802.11a |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes |
| Apple AirPlay | Yes |
| Apple HomeKit | Yes |
| Miracast | Yes |
Speaker Layout & Output
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Speakers | Yes |
| Speaker Configuration | 2.0 CH |
| Speaker Channels | 2.0 CH |
| Total Audio Output | 20W |
| Total Speaker Output | 20W |
Camera & Video Calling
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Camera | No |
Connected Home & IoT
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Apple HomeKit | Yes |
Panel-Only Size & Mass
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions Without Stand | 892 mm x 507 mm x 77 mm (W x H x D) |
| Width Without Stand | 892 mm |
| Height Without Stand | 507 mm |
| Depth Without Stand | 77 mm |
| Weight Without Stand | 4.58 kg |
Assembled TV Size & Mass
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 892 mm x 558 mm x 184 mm (W x H x D) |
| Width With Stand | 892 mm |
| Height With Stand | 558 mm |
| Depth With Stand | 184 mm |
| Weight With Stand | 4.63 kg |
Shipping Carton Measurements
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Box Dimensions | 1025 mm x 605 mm x 122 mm (W x H x D) |
| Box Weight | 6.43 kg / 14.18 lbs |
Exterior Styling & Stand Footprint
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Stand Width | 825 mm / 82.5 cm / 32.4803 in / 2.7067 ft |
| Chassis Color | Black |
Wall Mounting & Installation
9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm |
| VESA Interface | 100 x 100 mm |
| VESA Size | 100 x 100 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | NoLandscape / portrait pivot: NoLeft / right swivel: NoForward / backward tilt: No |
| Swivel Adjustment | No |
| Tilt Adjustment | No |
| Pivot Adjustment | No |
| Portrait Mode | No |
Electrical Load & Efficiency
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 100 V - 120 V / 220 V - 240 V |
| AC Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz |
| Typical Power Consumption | 39 W |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 60 W |
| Energy Efficiency Class | F |
Picture Feature Inventory
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Wide Color Gamut | Yes |
Regulatory & Industry Approvals 1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| CI+ Certification | Yes (CI+ 1.4) |
In-the-Box Components
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 39.5 in |
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Estimated Running Cost
Based on this product's rated power draw, not an independent lab measurement — actual usage varies with settings and content.
Daily₹4.80
Monthly₹144
Annually₹1,752
Draws more power than 82% of the 447 comparable displays we track.