RATED
Good
6.6/10
42.5″ TCL 43V5C – Full Specifications
The TCL 43V5C is the 42.5-inch member of the V5C range and a sensible all-purpose TV for a small living room.
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Display
42.5 in, HVA, Direct LED, Full HD
42.5
Refresh rate
50 Hz / 60 Hz
50 Hz
Dimensions
Weight
Processor
AiPQ
Overview
The TCL 43V5C is the 42.5-inch member of the V5C range and a sensible all-purpose TV for a small living room. It has a Full HD 1920 × 1080 HVA panel at 51 ppi with a 10-bit (8-bit + FRC) signal, HDR10 support and two 10 W speakers with Dolby audio. At this size, a seat around two and a half metres away gives a clean picture.
- 42.5-inch HVA panel, Full HD 1920 × 1080 at 51 ppi
- 10-bit (8-bit + FRC) signal
- HDR10 supported
- 2 × 10 W speakers with Dolby audio
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Mid-size 43-inch screen suits small living rooms
- Full HD is fine from a normal sofa distance
- Dolby audio tuning on 20 W speakers
- HDR10 support for streaming
- Straightforward set at an entry price tier
Cons
- 51 ppi shows pixels if you sit close
- Only basic HDR formats are listed
- 60 Hz limit is a step behind 120 Hz and faster sets for gaming
- Only 2 HDMI ports for consoles, a soundbar and a streamer
Score & Ratings
6.6/10
Good
Television Identity & Market
11
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | TCL |
| Model | 43V5C |
| Full Product Name | TCL 43V5C |
| Model Year | 2025 |
| TV Category | Entry / Budget Tier |
| Market Position | Budget European LED |
| Primary Use | Basic Everyday Viewing |
| Region / Variant | Not specified |
| Launch Status | 2025 model year |
| Available Colors | Black |
| Warranty | 1 year limited warranty (North America) |
Screen Geometry & Format
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 | 1073741824 colors / 30 bits |
Resolution, Scaling & Signal
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels / Full HD / 1080p |
| Pixel Density | 51 ppi / 20 ppcm |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.49 mm / 0.049 cm / 0.0193 in / 0.0016 ft |
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Luminance, Blacks & Contrast
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Viewing Angles | 178 ° / 178 ° |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
Color Reproduction & Calibration
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| 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
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDR Support |
|
| HDR Formats |
|
| HDR10 | Yes |
Motion Processing & Response
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 50 Hz / 60 Hz |
| Maximum Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
Console, VRR & Game Tools
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes |
Broadcast Tuners & Reception
7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In TV Tuner |
|
| Tuner Configuration | Analog (NTSC / PAL / SECAM), DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-C, DVB-S, DVB-S2 |
| 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
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| System on Chip | AiPQ |
| SoC Model | AiPQ |
Smart Platform & System
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Smart TV | Yes |
| Operating System | Google 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 |
| Amazon Alexa | Yes |
| Google Assistant | Yes |
HDMI Signal Interface
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HDMI Ports |
|
| HDMI 2.0 Ports |
|
| HDMI CEC | Yes |
| Enhanced Audio Return Channel | 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
9
| 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 |
| Chromecast | Yes |
| Google Cast | Yes |
| Miracast | Yes |
Speaker Layout & Output
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Speakers | 2 x 10 W / 2.0 CH / 20 W / Dolby Audio |
| Speaker Configuration | 2.0 CH |
| Total Audio Output | 20 W |
Camera & Video Calling
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Camera | No |
Exterior Styling & Stand Footprint
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Chassis Color | Black |
Wall Mounting & Installation
8
| 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 | No |
| Swivel Adjustment | No |
| Tilt Adjustment | No |
| Portrait Mode | No |
Electrical Load & Efficiency
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 100 V - 120 V / 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 % |
Picture Feature Inventory
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Quantum Dot Color | Yes |
| Wide Color Gamut | Yes |
Gaming Validation & Compatibility
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| ALLM | Yes |
In-the-Box Components
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Remote Control | Voice remote control |
| Remote Type | Voice remote control |
| Remote Voice Control | Yes |
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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—
Monthly—
Annually—
Draws more power than 82% of the 447 comparable displays we track.
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