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tcl TCL 65S551G – Full Specifications TV
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64.5″ TCL 65S551G – Full Specifications

The TCL 65S551G is a 64.5 in 3840 x 2160 (4K) TV built around a VA panel and Direct LED backlight.

64.5″ · 1.778:1 / 16:9 · MODEL YEAR 2024
tclTV
Display
64.5 in / VA / Direct LED / 3840 x 2160 (4K)
64.5
Refresh rate
50 Hz / 60 Hz
50 Hz
Dimensions
1445.2 mm x 835.7 mm x 73.7 mm (W x H x D)
1445.2
Weight
16.2 kg / 35.71 lbs
16.2 k
Processor
AIPQ with AI

Overview

The TCL 65S551G is a 64.5 in 3840 x 2160 (4K) TV built around a VA panel and Direct LED backlight. HDR support covers HDR10 / HDR10+ / Dolby Vision / HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma). Gaming features include 50 Hz / 60 Hz, ALLM. Google TV covers streaming and connected use, with Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Apple TV+ listed among the supported services. Connectivity includes 3 HDMI inputs, 1 USB, eARC, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth. Audio support includes Onkyo and Dolby Atmos. Installation planning matters at this size: the TV uses 300 x 300 mm and weighs 16.4 kg / 36.16 lbs with the stand. Overall, it is best suited to budget-conscious everyday viewing.

BrandTCLPanel TypeVAResolution3840 x 2160 (4K)Refresh Rate50 Hz / 60 Hz

Key Highlights

  • Direct LED is the listed backlight system
  • 50 Hz / 60 Hz refresh support is listed
  • Google TV is the smart-TV platform

Who Should Buy the tcl 65S551G

+ Best For
Gaming
50 Hz / 60 Hz, ALLM
Movies & HDR
HDR10 / HDR10+ / Dolby Vision / HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
Streaming
Google TV
Large-screen viewing
64.5 in screen class
× Not Ideal For
Brightness-focused buyers
Peak brightness is not published
High-refresh gamers
VRR/high-refresh capability is limited or not listed
HDMI 2.1-heavy setups
HDMI 2.1 is not listed

Display Performance

Refresh Rate 50 Hz / 60 Hz Published motion range
Input Lag Not published Source-provided gaming latency when available
Peak Brightness Not published HDR highlight reference
Static Contrast Not published Native dark-to-bright separation
Color Coverage Not published Published gamut measurement
HDR HDR10 / HDR10+ / Dolby Vision / HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma) Supported HDR formats

Gaming Performance

Refresh Rate50 Hz / 60 HzMotion/high-frame-rate capability
VRRNot listedHelps reduce tearing
ALLMYesAutomatic low-latency switching
FreeSyncNot listedPC/console variable-refresh support
4K@120HzNot listedHigh-frame-rate 4K support
Input LagNot publishedGaming responsiveness

HDR & Brightness Reality

The TCL 65S551G supports HDR10 / HDR10+ / Dolby Vision / HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma). No brightness figure is published. These figures help with model-to-model comparison, but real-scene HDR tone mapping, blooming and sustained brightness still require independent measurements.

Connectivity & Ports

HDMI3 total; versions: 2.0Video inputs
USB1Media/accessory connection
eARCYesSoundbar/AV receiver audio return
EthernetYesWired networking
WirelessWi-Fi + BluetoothWireless connectivity

Real-World Use Cases

Streaming
Google TV
Movies
HDR10 / HDR10+ / Dolby Vision / HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
Gaming
50 Hz / 60 Hz, ALLM
Installation
300 x 300 mm; 16.4 kg / 36.16 lbs

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • ALLM strengthens gaming support
  • Google TV provides a mature streaming and smart-TV platform
Cons
  • Peak brightness is not published in the supplied data
  • No game-mode input-lag figure is published
  • HDMI 2.1 is not listed in the supplied port-version data

Score & Ratings

7.0/10 Great
Design
7
Display
7
Color
6
Performance
7
Connectivity
8
Television Identity & Market 12
Specification Value
Brand TCL
Series S5
Model 65S551G
Full Product Name TCL 65S551G
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 What It Means
Screen Size 64.5 in 64.5 in is the diagonal class.
Marketed Screen Size 64.5 in
Exact Diagonal 1639 mm / 163.9 cm / 64.5276 in / 5.3773 ft
Aspect Ratio 1.778:1 / 16:9
Active Display Width 1428.48 mm / 142.848 cm / 56.2394 in / 4.6866 ft
Active Display Height 803.52 mm / 80.352 cm / 31.6346 in / 2.6362 ft
Display Area 95.04 %
Screen-to-Body Ratio 95.04 %
3D Support No
Panel Architecture & Light Control 4
Specification Value What It Means
Panel Type VA VA identifies the display panel family.
Backlight Type Direct LED
Panel Bit Depth 10 bits (8 bits + FRC)
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 68 ppi / 26 ppcm
Pixel Pitch 0.372 mm / 0.0372 cm / 0.0146 in / 0.0012 ft
Native 4K Support Yes
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 What It Means
HDR Support
Dolby VisionHDR10+HDR10HLG
HDR10 / HDR10+ / Dolby Vision / HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma) lists accepted HDR formats.
HDR Formats
Dolby VisionHDR10+HDR10HLG
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
Yes
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 Google TV
Streaming & Entertainment 4
Specification Value
Netflix Yes
Prime Video Yes
Disney+ Yes
Apple TV+ Yes
Voice Assistants & Search 4
Specification Value
Voice Control Yes
Far-Field Voice Control Yes
Amazon Alexa Yes
Google Assistant Yes
HDMI Signal Interface 6
Specification Value
Total HDMI Ports
3
HDMI 2.0 Ports
Present
HDMI CEC Yes
Enhanced Audio Return Channel Yes
eARC Port Yes
Auto Low Latency Mode Yes
USB, Audio & Legacy I/O 5
Specification Value
Total USB Ports
1
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
Main Speakers 2 x 10 W / 2.0 CH / 20 W
Audio Brand Onkyo
Sound Formats & Enhancement 4
Specification Value
Dolby Atmos Yes
Dolby Digital Yes
DTS Virtual:X Yes
Bluetooth Audio 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 1445.2 mm x 835.7 mm x 73.7 mm (W x H x D)
Width Without Stand 1445.2 mm
Height Without Stand 835.7 mm
Depth Without Stand 73.7 mm
Weight Without Stand 16.2 kg / 35.71 lbs
Assembled TV Size & Mass 5
Specification Value
Dimensions With Stand 1445.2 mm x 894.1 mm x 340.3 mm (W x H x D)
Width With Stand 1445.2 mm
Height With Stand 894.1 mm
Depth With Stand 340.3 mm
Weight With Stand 16.4 kg / 36.16 lbs
Shipping Carton Measurements 5
Specification Value
Box Dimensions 1645.9 mm x 1000.7 mm x 165.1 mm (W x H x D)
Box Width 1645.9 mm
Box Height 1000.7 mm
Box Depth 165.1 mm
Box Weight 24.2 kg / 53.35 lbs
Exterior Styling & Stand Footprint 2
Specification Value
Stand Width 1132.8 mm / 113.28 cm / 44.5984 in / 3.7165 ft
Chassis Color Black
Wall Mounting & Installation 10
Specification Value What It Means
VESA Mount Yes 300 x 300 mm is the wall-bracket hole pattern.
VESA Interface 300 x 300 mm
VESA Size 300 x 300 mm
Removable Stand Yes
Stand Type Stand with sticks / Adjustable stand width
Stand Name Stand with sticks / Adjustable stand width
Height Adjustment No
Swivel Adjustment No
Tilt Adjustment No
Portrait Mode 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
Standby Consumption 0.5 W
Annual Energy Consumption 312 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 2
Specification Value
Game Bar Yes
ALLM Yes
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 What It Means
Remote Control Backlit voice remote control
Remote Type Backlit voice remote control
Remote Voice Control Yes
Screen Size 64.5 in 64.5 in is the diagonal class.
Dimensions 1445.2 mm x 894.1 mm x 340.3 mm (W x H x D)
Weight 16.4 kg / 36.16 lbs
Refresh Rate 50 Hz / 60 Hz 50 Hz / 60 Hz defines motion/high-frame-rate capability.

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What display does the TCL 65S551G use? +
It uses a 64.5 in VA panel with Direct LED and 3840 x 2160 (4K) resolution.
02 How bright is the TCL 65S551G? +
The supplied source does not publish a brightness figure.
03 Is the TCL 65S551G good for gaming? +
The source lists 50 Hz / 60 Hz, ALLM.
04 Which HDR formats are supported? +
HDR10 / HDR10+ / Dolby Vision / HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
05 What should I check before wall mounting it? +
Confirm the 300 x 300 mm VESA pattern and 16.4 kg / 36.16 lbs weight before installation.

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