RATED
Good
6.6/10
49.5″ TCL 50S5L – Full Specifications
The TCL 50S5L (49.5 in) is a budget 50-class Google TV for secondary rooms, dorms and kitchens where a Full HD picture is enough.
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Display
49.5 in, VA, LED, 1920 x 1080 pixels
49.5
Refresh rate
50 Hz / 60 Hz
50 Hz
Dimensions
1111 x 644 x 70 mm
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Weight
7.2 kg
7.2 k
Processor
Overview
The TCL 50S5L (49.5 in) is a budget 50-class Google TV for secondary rooms, dorms and kitchens where a Full HD picture is enough. Its VA panel shows 1920 × 1080 at 44 ppi and 50/60 Hz with an anti-glare matte coating, HDR10, HDR10+ and HLG. Two HDMI inputs and one USB port are fitted. The set weighs 7.3 kg with the stand and 7.2 kg without it, mounts on 200 × 200 mm VESA and draws 50 W typically with an energy class E. Speaker details are only listed as built in.
- 49.5 in VA, 1920 × 1080, 44 ppi
- 50/60 Hz, LED, anti-glare matte
- HDR10, HDR10+, HLG
- 2 HDMI inputs, 1 × USB
- 7.3 kg with stand, 200 × 200 VESA
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Full HD at a budget fifty-inch size
- Energy class E at 50 W typical
- Light 7.2 kg panel without stand
- 50S5L Google TV supplies apps and casting
- Matte anti-glare coating reduces screen reflections
Cons
- Full HD looks soft at 44 ppi
- Only two HDMI inputs are fitted here
- No Dolby Vision is listed for 50S5L
- 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 | 50S5L |
| Full Product Name | TCL 50S5L |
| 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 | 49.5 in |
| Marketed Screen Size | 49.5 in |
| Exact Diagonal | 1257 mm / 125.7 cm / 49.4882 in / 4.124 ft |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 1095.84 mm / 109.584 cm / 43.1433 in / 3.5953 ft |
| Active Display Height | 616.41 mm / 61.641 cm / 24.2681 in / 2.0223 ft |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | 94.41 % |
| 3D Support | No |
49.5" Display Size (125.7 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 | 44 ppi |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.571 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
50"
Viewing Distance = 1.5–2.5 × Screen Size
24° 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 | 1111 mm x 644 mm x 70 mm (W x H x D) |
| Width Without Stand | 1111 mm |
| Height Without Stand | 644 mm |
| Depth Without Stand | 70 mm |
| Weight Without Stand | 7.2 kg |
Assembled TV Size & Mass
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 1111 mm x 684 mm x 254 mm (W x H x D) |
| Width With Stand | 1111 mm |
| Height With Stand | 684 mm |
| Depth With Stand | 254 mm |
| Weight With Stand | 7.3 kg |
Shipping Carton Measurements
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Box Dimensions | 1235 mm x 775 mm x 115 mm (W x H x D) |
| Box Width | 1235 mm |
| Box Height | 775 mm |
| Box Depth | 115 mm |
| Box Weight | 10.5 kg / 23.15 lbs |
Exterior Styling & Stand Footprint
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Stand Width | 958 mm / 95.8 cm / 37.7165 in / 3.143 ft |
| 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 | 50 W |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 65 W |
| Energy Efficiency Class | E |
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 | 49.5 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.
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Monthly—
Annually—
Draws more power than 82% of the 447 comparable displays we track.
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