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  3. /TCL 55S451 55" 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TV vs Toshiba 43" Class Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV

TCL 55S451 55" 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TVvsToshiba 43" Class Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV

WINNER
TCL 55S451 55" 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TV

TCL

55S451 55" 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TV

5.2
5.2/10

$203

Toshiba 43" Class Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV

Toshiba

43" Class Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV

4.5
4.5/10

$160

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TCL 55S451 55" 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TV narrowly beats the Toshiba 43" Class Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV in the televisions category, particularly in design, scoring 5.2/10 vs 4.5/10. If you want the better overall performer, TCL 55S451 55" 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TV is the clear pick.

Reviewed by VersusMatrix Editorial Team|Our methodology

4 Reasons Why TCL 55S451 55" 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TV Is Better

  • 1.Larger screen: 55" vs 43"
  • 2.Better display rating: 3.5 vs 1.7
  • 3.Higher design rating: 10.0 vs 7.8
  • 4.Higher overall score: 5.2/10 vs 4.5/10

Score Comparison

Price9.4 / 9.5Picture3.3 / 3.3Smart TV10.0 / 7.8Refresh Rate1.1 / 1.1Screen Size3.5 / 1.7
TCL 55S451 55" 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TVToshiba 43" Class Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV

Score Breakdown

TCL 55S451 55" 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TVToshiba 43" Class Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV
9.4
Price20% weight
9.5
Tied
3.5
Screen Size25% weight
1.7
TCL 55S451 55" 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TV wins
3.3
Picture25% weight
3.3
Tied
1.1
Refresh Rate15% weight
1.1
Tied
10.0
Smart TV15% weight
7.8
TCL 55S451 55" 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TV wins

Scores are relative within the televisionscategory. Percentages show each dimension's weight in the overall score. A difference of less than 0.5 points is considered a tie.

TCL 55S451 55" 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TV

Winner

✓ Pros

  • ●Better display quality
  • ●Better build and design

Toshiba 43" Class Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV

✗ Cons

  • ●Lower display score

Side-by-Side Specs

SpecTCL 55S451 55" 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TVWToshiba 43" Class Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV
Screen Size55"✓43"
Panel TypeLEDLED
Resolution3840 x 2160 pixels3840 x 2160 pixels
Refresh Rate60Hz60Hz
BrightnessNonits—
HDRNoHDR10
SpeakersNoNo
WeightNog10700g
Price203$159.99$✓

Who Should Buy Which?

Buy TCL 55S451 55" 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TV if…

Buy the TCL 55S451 55" 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TV if you want the best overall value in this comparison. It scores higher overall and is the recommended choice for most buyers.

Buy Toshiba 43" Class Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV if…

The Toshiba 43" Class Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV is worth considering if you prefer its specific design, ecosystem, or brand — though it scores lower overall in our comparison.

TCL 55S451 55" 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TV vs Toshiba 43" Class Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV — FAQ

TCL 55S451 55" 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TV vs Toshiba 43" Class Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV: which is better?

TCL 55S451 55" 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TV narrowly beats the Toshiba 43" Class Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV in the televisions category, particularly in design, scoring 5.2/10 vs 4.5/10. If you want the better overall performer, TCL 55S451 55" 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TV is the clear pick.

Is TCL 55S451 55" 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TV better than Toshiba 43" Class Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV?

Yes, TCL 55S451 55" 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TV scores higher overall (5.2 vs 4.5).

Which is cheaper, TCL 55S451 55" 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TV or Toshiba 43" Class Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV?

Toshiba 43" Class Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV is cheaper at $159.99 vs $203 for the TCL 55S451 55" 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TV.

Who should buy the TCL 55S451 55" 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TV?

Buy the TCL 55S451 55" 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TV if you want the best overall value in this comparison. It scores higher overall and is the recommended choice for most buyers.

Who should buy the Toshiba 43" Class Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV?

The Toshiba 43" Class Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV is worth considering if you prefer its specific design, ecosystem, or brand — though it scores lower overall in our comparison.

Which has a bigger screen, TCL 55S451 55" 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TV or Toshiba 43" Class Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV?

TCL 55S451 55" 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TV has the larger display (55" vs 43").

Which has more RAM, TCL 55S451 55" 4K Ultra HD LED Smart TV or Toshiba 43" Class Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV?

Toshiba 43" Class Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV has more RAM (NaNGB vs NaNGB), which helps with multitasking.

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