RATED
Good
6.8/10
42.5″ TCL 43T6D – Full Specifications
Kitchens, bedrooms and small studies suit the TCL 43T6D (42.5 in), a compact 43-class Google TV with a dense 4K picture.
TCL●TV
Display
42.5 in, HVA, Direct LED, 3840 x 2160 pixels
42.5
Refresh rate
50 Hz / 60 Hz
50 Hz
Dimensions
958 x 558 x 72 mm
958
Weight
5.6 kg
5.6 k
Processor
RealTek RTD2875P
2875
Overview
Kitchens, bedrooms and small studies suit the TCL 43T6D (42.5 in), a compact 43-class Google TV with a dense 4K picture. Its HVA panel with direct LED backlight shows 3840 × 2160 at 103 ppi and 50/60 Hz, with Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and HLG, AMD FreeSync technology and 93 percent DCI-P3. Dolby Atmos is supported. It weighs 5.7 kg with the stand and 5.6 kg without it, uses a 200 × 200 mm VESA pattern and has three HDMI inputs plus two USB ports.
- 42.5 in HVA, 3840 × 2160, 103 ppi
- 50/60 Hz, direct LED, FreeSync
- Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG
- 3 HDMI inputs, 2 × USB
- 5.7 kg with stand, 200 × 200 VESA
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Dense 103 ppi keeps small-screen text sharp
- Only 5.6 kg without the stand
- 43T6D has two USB ports on board
- Dolby Vision plus Dolby Atmos support
- FreeSync technology listed for casual gaming
Cons
- 43T6D stays limited to 50/60 Hz
- No HDMI 2.1 ports are listed on 43T6D
- No backlight dimming feature is listed here
- Basic built-in speakers, so a soundbar helps for movies
Score & Ratings
6.8/10
Good
Television Identity & Market
9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | TCL |
| Series | T6D |
| Model | 43T6D |
| Full Product Name | TCL 43T6D |
| Model Year | 2026 |
| 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 | 42.5 in |
| Marketed Screen Size | 42.5 in |
| Exact Diagonal | 1080 mm / 108 cm / 42.5197 in / 3.5433 ft |
| Aspect Ratio | 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 |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | 93.21 % |
| 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 |
| Panel Technology | VA |
| Quantum Dot | Yes |
| Backlight Type | Direct LED |
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) |
| FRC | Yes |
| Display Colors | 1.07 billion colors / 30-bit |
Resolution, Scaling & Signal
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixelsUltra HD (UHD) / 4K / 2160p |
| Pixel Density | 103 ppi |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.245 mm |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
◑
Luminance, Blacks & Contrast
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| 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
43"
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
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 50 Hz / 60 Hz |
| Maximum Refresh Rate | 50 Hz / 60 Hz |
| Motion Processing | AI MotionMotion Estimation Motion Compensation (MEMC) |
| Motion Estimation | Yes |
Console, VRR & Game Tools
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Auto Low Latency Mode | Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) |
| AMD FreeSync | AMD FreeSync technology |
Picture Intelligence & AI
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Ambient Mode | Yes |
Broadcast Tuners & Reception
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In TV Tuner |
|
| Tuner Configuration |
|
| Antenna RF Input | Yes |
Compute, Memory & Storage 8
| 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, 1300 MHz, Cores: 4 |
| CPU Cores | 4 |
| GPU | IMG BXE, 650 MHz |
| RAM Capacity | 2 GB, 1333 MHz |
| Internal Storage | 16 GB |
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
7
| 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 | Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
Ports & Connections
USB, Audio & Legacy I/O
7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Total USB Ports |
|
| USB-A 2.0 Ports |
|
| USB-A 3.0 Ports |
|
| Ethernet Port | 1× RJ45 |
| Optical Audio Output | 1× S/PDIF |
| Headphone Output | Yes |
| Composite Input | Yes |
Wireless, LAN & Casting
10
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| LAN | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 8 |
| Wi-Fi Standards | 802.11a |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes |
| DLNA | Yes |
| Apple AirPlay | Yes |
| Chromecast | Yes |
| Google Cast | 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 |
Sound Formats & Enhancement
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | Yes |
| DTS Virtual:X | DTS Virtual:X |
Camera & Video Calling
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Camera | No |
Panel-Only Size & Mass
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions Without Stand | 958 mm x 558 mm x 72 mm (W x H x D) |
| Width Without Stand | 958 mm |
| Height Without Stand | 558 mm |
| Depth Without Stand | 72 mm |
| Weight Without Stand | 5.6 kg |
Assembled TV Size & Mass
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 958 mm x 603 mm x 185 mm (W x H x D) |
| Width With Stand | 958 mm |
| Height With Stand | 603 mm |
| Depth With Stand | 185 mm |
| Weight With Stand | 5.7 kg |
Shipping Carton Measurements
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Box Dimensions | 1075 mm x 646 mm x 115 mm (W x H x D) |
| Box Weight | 8.5 kg / 18.74 lbs |
Exterior Styling & Stand Footprint
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Chassis Color | Black |
Wall Mounting & Installation
9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 200 x 200 mm |
| VESA Interface | 200 x 200 mm |
| VESA Size | 200 x 200 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 | 110 W |
| Standby Consumption | 0.5 W |
| Annual Energy Consumption | 110 kWh |
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) |
Regulatory & Industry Approvals 1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| CE | Yes |
In-the-Box Components
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Remote Control | Remote control |
| 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.