RATED
Great
7.2/10
42.5″ TCL 43S551F – Full Specifications
Budget-minded buyers wanting a small Fire TV will look at the TCL 43S551F (42.5 in), a 43-class 4K set with a VA panel and direct LED lighting.
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Display
42.5 in / VA / Direct LED / 3840 x 2160 (4K)
42.5
Refresh rate
50 Hz / 60 Hz
50 Hz
Dimensions
957.58 mm x 558.8 mm x 71.1 mm (W x H x D)
957.58
Weight
5.62 kg / 12.39 lbs
5.62 k
Processor
AIPQ with AI
Overview
Budget-minded buyers wanting a small Fire TV will look at the TCL 43S551F (42.5 in), a 43-class 4K set with a VA panel and direct LED lighting. It shows 3840 × 2160 at 103 ppi and 60 Hz, with Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and HLG listed. Two 15 W speakers support Dolby Atmos. Weight is only 5.72 kg with the stand and 5.62 kg without it, VESA is 200 × 200 mm, and the FullView 360 metal bezelless design keeps edges slim. Three HDMI inputs and one USB port are fitted.
- 42.5 in VA, 3840 × 2160, 103 ppi
- 60 Hz, direct LED backlight
- Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG
- 3 HDMI inputs, 1 × USB
- 5.72 kg with stand, 200 × 200 VESA
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Very light at 5.72 kg with stand
- Fire TV interface suits streaming households
- Speakers rated at 2 × 15 W
- Bezelless metal design looks clean and modern
- Dolby Vision at an entry-level size
Cons
- Refresh ceiling of 60 Hz limits gaming
- Only one USB port is included
- HDMI 2.1 connectivity is not on offer
- Basic built-in speakers, so a soundbar helps for movies
Score & Ratings
7.2/10
Great
Television Identity & Market
12
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | TCL |
| Series | S5 |
| Model | 43S551F |
| Full Product Name | TCL 43S551F |
| Model Year | 2024 |
| TV Category | Entry / Budget Tier |
| Market Position | Budget / Affordable Tier |
| Primary Use | Budget-Conscious Everyday Viewing |
| Region / Variant | Not specified |
| Launch Status | 2024 model year |
| Available Colors | Black |
| Warranty | 1 year standard / 6 months commercial (N. America) |
Screen Geometry & Format
9
| 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 | 93.12 % |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | 93.12 % |
| 3D Support | No |
42.5" Display Size (108 cm) 16:9
Resolution at a Glance
Panel Architecture & Light Control
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Type | VA |
| Backlight Type | Direct LED |
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits |
| Display Colors | 1073741824 colors / 30 bits |
Surface Treatment & Viewing Layer
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare / Matte |
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
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Viewing Angles | 178 ° / 178 ° |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
HDR Formats & Tone Mapping
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDR Support |
|
| HDR Formats |
|
| HDR10 | Yes |
| HDR10+ | Yes |
| Dolby Vision | Yes |
| HLG | Yes |
Motion Processing & Response
10
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 50 Hz / 60 Hz |
| Maximum Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 50 Hz / 60 Hz |
| Vertical Frequency | 50 Hz / 60 Hz |
| Frame Interpolation | Motion Rate |
| Interpolation Technology | Motion Rate |
| Interpolation Value | 240 |
| Interpolation Unit | MR |
| Motion Processing | MEMC / Motion Rate |
| Motion Estimation | Yes |
Console, VRR & Game Tools
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes |
| Game Bar | Yes |
| Game Accelerator | Game Accelerator 120 |
Picture Intelligence & AI
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Picture Processor | AIPQ with AI |
| AI Processor | AIPQ with AI |
| AI Upscaling | Yes |
| AI Picture | Yes |
| AI Contrast | Yes |
| AI Color | Yes |
| AI Clarity | Yes |
| AI HDR Enhancement | Yes |
Broadcast Tuners & Reception
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In TV Tuner |
|
| Tuner Configuration | Analog (NTSC / PAL / SECAM), ATSC, Clear QAM |
| Analog Tuner | Yes |
| North American Digital Tuner | ATSC |
| Clear QAM | Yes |
| Cable/Antenna Input | Yes |
Compute, Memory & Storage 2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Processor Brand Name | AIPQ with AI |
| Picture Processor | AIPQ with AI |
Smart Platform & System
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Smart TV | Yes |
| Operating System | Fire TV |
Streaming & Entertainment
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Netflix | Yes |
| Prime Video | Yes |
| Disney+ | Yes |
| Apple TV+ | Yes |
Voice Assistants & Search
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Voice Control | Yes |
| Far-Field Voice Control | Yes |
| Amazon Alexa | Yes |
HDMI Signal Interface
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HDMI Ports |
|
| HDMI 2.0 Ports |
|
| HDMI CEC | Yes |
| Enhanced Audio Return Channel | Yes |
| eARC Port | Yes |
| Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes |
Ports & Connections
USB, Audio & Legacy I/O
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Total USB Ports |
|
| Ethernet Port | Yes |
| Optical Audio Output | Optical |
| Antenna Input | Yes |
| Composite Input | Yes |
Wireless, LAN & Casting
7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| LAN | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Standards | 802.11a / 802.11ac / 802.11b / 802.11g / 802.11n |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Apple AirPlay | Yes |
| Apple HomeKit | Yes |
| Miracast | Yes |
Speaker Layout & Output
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Speakers | 2 x 15 W / 2.0 CH / 30 W |
| Main Speakers | 2 x 15 W / 2.0 CH / 30 W |
| Audio Brand | Onkyo |
Sound Formats & Enhancement
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | Yes |
| Dolby Digital | Yes |
| DTS Virtual:X | Yes |
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 | 957.58 mm x 558.8 mm x 71.1 mm (W x H x D) |
| Width Without Stand | 957.58 mm |
| Height Without Stand | 558.8 mm |
| Depth Without Stand | 71.1 mm |
| Weight Without Stand | 5.62 kg / 12.39 lbs |
Assembled TV Size & Mass
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 957.58 mm x 602 mm x 185.4 mm (W x H x D) |
| Width With Stand | 957.58 mm |
| Height With Stand | 602 mm |
| Depth With Stand | 185.4 mm |
| Weight With Stand | 5.72 kg / 12.61 lbs |
Shipping Carton Measurements
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Box Dimensions | 1074.4 mm x 652.78 mm x 127 mm (W x H x D) |
| Box Weight | 8.8 kg / 19.4 lbs |
Exterior Styling & Stand Footprint
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Stand Width | 838.2 mm / 83.82 cm / 33 in / 2.75 ft |
| Chassis Color | Black |
| Bezel Design | Frameless / Bezelless |
| Design Name | FullView 360 Metal Bezelless Design |
Wall Mounting & Installation
10
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 200 x 200 mm |
| VESA Interface | 200 x 200 mm |
| VESA Size | 200 x 200 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
| Stand Type | Stand with sticks |
| Stand Name | Stand with sticks |
| Height Adjustment | No |
| Swivel Adjustment | No |
| Tilt Adjustment | No |
| Portrait Mode | No |
Electrical Load & Efficiency
5
| 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 |
| 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
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Game Bar | Yes |
| ALLM | ALLM |
Regulatory & Industry Approvals 1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| RoHS | Yes |
Privacy, Security & Parental Control
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Parental Controls | Yes |
In-the-Box Components
7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Remote Control | Voice remote control |
| Remote Type | Voice remote control |
| Remote Voice Control | Yes |
| Screen Size | 42.5 in |
| Dimensions | 957.58 mm x 602 mm x 185.4 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight | 5.72 kg / 12.61 lbs |
| Refresh Rate | 50 Hz / 60 Hz |
RECOMMENDED VIEWING DISTANCE
43"
Viewing Distance = 1.5–2.5 × Screen Size
25° field of view — Comfortable, relaxed viewing.
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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.