RATED
Great
7.2/10
42.5″ TCL 43P7L – Full Specifications
Bedrooms, studies and kitchens suit the TCL 43P7L (42.5 in), a compact Google TV with quantum dot colour and a slim unibody design.
TCL●TV
Display
42.5 in, HVA, Direct LED, 3840 x 2160 (4K)
42.5
Refresh rate
50 Hz / 60 Hz
50 Hz
Dimensions
956 x 559 x 72 mm
956
Weight
6.6 kg
6.6 k
Processor
AiPQ
Overview
Bedrooms, studies and kitchens suit the TCL 43P7L (42.5 in), a compact Google TV with quantum dot colour and a slim unibody design. Its HVA panel with direct LED backlight shows 3840 × 2160 at a dense 103 ppi and 50/60 Hz, with Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and HLG. Two 10 W speakers support Dolby Atmos and DTS Virtual:X. The set weighs 6.7 kg with the stand and 6.6 kg without it, mounts on 200 × 100 mm VESA and has three HDMI inputs and two USB ports.
- 42.5 in HVA, 3840 × 2160, 103 ppi
- 50/60 Hz, direct LED, quantum dot
- Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG
- 3 HDMI inputs, 2 × USB
- 6.7 kg with stand, 200 × 100 VESA
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Two USB ports on a compact 43-class set
- DTS Virtual:X joins Dolby Atmos support
- Light 6.6 kg panel hangs easily
- Dense 103 ppi keeps text crisp
- AI Art mode makes 43P7L wall décor
Cons
- The 43P7L tops out at 50/60 Hz
- 43P7L lacks any HDMI 2.1 input
- Speakers are rated at only 2 × 10 W
- VA-type panel loses some contrast and colour from off-centre seats
Score & Ratings
7.2/10
Great
Television Identity & Market
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | TCL |
| Series | P7L |
| Model | 43P7L |
| Full Product Name | TCL 43P7L |
| Model Year | 2026 |
| Available Colors | Black |
Screen Geometry & Format
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 42.5 in |
| Marketed Screen Size | 42.5 in |
| Exact Diagonal | 1080 mm / 108 cm / 42.5197 in / 3.5433 ft |
| Aspect Ratio | 1.778:1 / 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 941.184 mm / 94.1184 cm / 37.0545 in / 3.0879 ft |
| Active Display Height | 529.416 mm / 52.9416 cm / 20.8431 in / 1.7369 ft |
| Display Area | 93.24 % |
| 3D Support | No |
42.5" Display Size (108 cm) 16:9
Resolution at a Glance
Panel Architecture & Light Control
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Manufacturer | CSOT |
| Panel Type | HVA |
| Quantum Dot | Yes |
| Quantum Dot Technology | Super Quantum Dot (Super QLED) |
| Backlight Type | Direct LED |
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) |
| FRC | Yes |
| Display Colors | 1073741824 colors / 30 bits |
Resolution, Scaling & Signal
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels / Ultra HD (UHD) / 4K / 2160p |
| Pixel Density | 103 ppi / 40 ppcm |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.245 mm / 0.0245 cm / 0.0096 in / 0.0008 ft |
| Native 4K Support | Yes |
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Luminance, Blacks & Contrast
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Typical Brightness | 350 cd/m² |
| Viewing Angles | 178 ° / 178 ° |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
Color Reproduction & Calibration
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 93 % |
| Wide Color Gamut | Yes |
| Quantum Dot Color | Yes |
RECOMMENDED VIEWING DISTANCE
43"
Viewing Distance = 1.5–2.5 × Screen Size
25° field of view — Comfortable, relaxed viewing.
HDR Formats & Tone Mapping
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDR Support |
|
| HDR Formats |
|
| HDR10 | Yes |
| HDR10+ | Yes |
| Dolby Vision | Yes |
| HLG | Yes |
Motion Processing & Response
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Refresh Rate | 50 Hz / 60 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 50 Hz / 60 Hz |
| Vertical Frequency | 50 Hz / 60 Hz |
| Motion Processing | MEMC (Motion Estimation Motion Compensation) |
| Motion Estimation | Yes |
Console, VRR & Game Tools
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes |
| Game Bar | AI Gaming with Game Bar |
| Game Master | Yes |
Picture Intelligence & AI
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| AI Contrast | Yes |
| AI Color | Yes |
| AI Clarity | Yes |
| AI HDR Enhancement | Yes |
| AI Scene Detection | Yes |
| Art Mode | AI Art |
Broadcast Tuners & Reception
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In TV Tuner |
|
| Tuner Configuration | Analog (NTSC / PAL / SECAM) / DVB-T / DVB-T2 / DVB-C / DVB-S / DVB-S2 |
| 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 |
Compute, Memory & Storage 10
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Processor Brand Name | AiPQ |
| System on Chip | RealTek RTD2875P |
| SoC Model | RealTek RTD2875P |
| CPU Architecture | 2x ARM Cortex-A75, 2x ARM Cortex-A55 |
| CPU Cores | 4 |
| CPU Frequency | 1300 MHz |
| GPU | IMG BXE |
| RAM Capacity | 2 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR4 |
| Internal Storage | 16 GB / eMMC 5.1 |
Smart Platform & System
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Smart TV | Yes |
| Operating System | Google TV |
Streaming & Entertainment
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Netflix | Yes |
| YouTube | Yes |
| Prime Video | Yes |
| Disney+ | Yes |
| Art Gallery | Yes |
Voice Assistants & Search
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Amazon Alexa | Yes |
| Google Assistant | Yes |
HDMI Signal Interface
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HDMI Ports |
|
| HDMI 2.0 Ports |
|
| HDMI CEC | Yes |
| Audio Return Channel | Yes |
| Enhanced Audio Return Channel | Yes |
| Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
| HDCP Version | 2.3 |
Ports & Connections
USB, Audio & Legacy I/O
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Total USB Ports |
|
| USB-A 2.0 Ports |
|
| USB-A 3.0 Ports |
|
| Ethernet Port | 1 x RJ45 |
| Optical Audio Output | 1 x Optical |
| Satellite Input | 1 x F-type |
| Antenna Input | 1 x RF |
| Common Interface Slot | 1 x CI+ 1.4 |
Wireless, LAN & Casting
9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| LAN | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi |
| Wi-Fi Standards | 802.11a / 802.11b / 802.11g / 802.11n |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes |
| DLNA | Yes |
| Apple AirPlay | Yes |
| Chromecast | Yes |
| Google Cast | Yes |
Speaker Layout & Output
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Speakers | 2 x 10 W / 2.0 CH / 20W / Dolby Atmos / DTS Virtual:X |
| Speaker Configuration | 2.0 CH |
| Speaker Channels | 2.0 CH |
| Main Speakers | 2 x 10 W / 2.0 CH / 20W / Dolby Atmos / DTS Virtual:X |
| Total Audio Output | 20 W |
| Total Speaker Output | 20 W |
Sound Formats & Enhancement
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | Yes |
| DTS Virtual:X | Yes |
Camera & Video Calling
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Camera | No |
Accessibility & Assisted Use
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Low Blue Light Mode | Yes |
Photo File Compatibility
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Image File Formats | JPEG / GIF / PNG |
| JPEG | Yes |
| PNG | Yes |
| GIF | Yes |
Music Codec Compatibility
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Audio Formats |
|
| AAC | Yes |
| HE-AAC | Yes |
| FLAC | Yes |
| MP3 | Yes |
| M4A | Yes |
| WMA | Yes |
| WAV | Yes |
Video Container Compatibility
7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Video Containers |
|
| 3GPP | Yes |
| AVI | Yes |
| DivX | Yes |
| MKV | Yes |
| MP4 | Yes |
| WMV | Yes |
Video Codec Compatibility
7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Video Codecs |
|
| H.263 | Yes |
| H.264 / AVC | Yes |
| H.265 / HEVC | Yes |
| MPEG-4 | Yes |
| VP9 | Yes |
| Xvid | Yes |
Panel-Only Size & Mass
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions Without Stand | 956 x 559 x 72 mm |
| Width Without Stand | 956 mm / 95.6 cm / 37.6378 in / 3.1365 ft |
| Height Without Stand | 559 mm / 55.9 cm / 22.0079 in / 1.834 ft |
| Depth Without Stand | 72 mm / 7.2 cm / 2.8346 in / 0.2362 ft |
| Weight Without Stand | 6.6 kg / 14.55 lbs |
Assembled TV Size & Mass
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 956 x 600 x 185 mm |
| Width With Stand | 956 mm / 95.6 cm / 37.6378 in / 3.1365 ft |
| Height With Stand | 600 mm / 60 cm / 23.622 in / 1.9685 ft |
| Depth With Stand | 185 mm / 18.5 cm / 7.2835 in / 0.607 ft |
| Weight With Stand | 6.7 kg / 14.77 lbs |
Shipping Carton Measurements
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Box Dimensions | 1075 x 646 x 122 mm |
| Box Weight | 9 kg / 19.84 lbs |
Exterior Styling & Stand Footprint
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Stand Width | 716 mm / 71.6 cm / 28.189 in / 2.3491 ft |
| Stand Depth | 185 mm / 18.5 cm / 7.2835 in / 0.607 ft |
| Stand Footprint | 716 mm x 185 mm |
| Chassis Color | Black |
| Design Name | Slim Unibody Design |
| Slim Design | Yes |
Wall Mounting & Installation
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 200 x 100 mm |
| VESA Interface | 200 x 100 mm |
| VESA Size | 200 x 100 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | No |
| Swivel Adjustment | No |
| Tilt Adjustment | No |
| Pivot Adjustment | No |
Electrical Load & Efficiency
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 100 V - 120 V / 220 V - 240 V |
| 110V Input Range | 100 V - 120 V |
| 220V Input Range | 220 V - 240 V |
| AC Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.5 W |
| Standby Consumption | 0.5 W |
Environmental Operating Limits 4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | 5 °C - 35 °C / 41 °F - 95 °F |
| Operating Humidity | 20 % - 80 % |
| Storage Temperature | -15 °C - 45 °C / 5 °F - 113 °F |
| Storage Humidity | 10 % - 90 % |
Gaming Validation & Compatibility
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| ALLM | Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) |
In-the-Box Components
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Remote Control | Voice Remote Control |
| Remote Type | Voice Remote Control |
| Remote Voice Control | Yes |
| Screen Size | 42.5 in |
⚡
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.