TVs / Compare
Sony X90L vs TCL S551F
Product A: Sony
89 of 159 known
Product B: TCL
67 of 159 known
73 of 151 fields differ
- 35 different values
- 38 known for one only
- 20 the same
- 58 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 163 TVs.
- Refresh rateA: 120HzB: 60HzSony is 60 Hz higher.
Refresh rate per resolution
The best rate over any port. Bars run from 0 to 360 Hz.
3840 × 2160Native for both
A120Hz
B60Hz
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side, on their stands.
- ASony: 1,445 × 831 mm
- BTCL: 1,226.8 × 711.2 mm
Weight
0 to 40 kg
Weight with stand
A25kg
B9.21kg
Weight without stand
A24.2kg
B8.98kg
All 159 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
43S551F, 50S551F, 55S551F, 65S551F, 75S551F1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20240606185411/https://www.tcl.com/us/en/products/home-theater/s5-class/55-class-4k-uhd-hdr-led-smart-fire-tv-55s551fRead 23 October 2026Size selector 43, 50, 55, 65 and 75 inch, with model rows 43S551F to 75S551F. The Google TV S5 (S551G) is a separate product and is not stored. The 2025 S571G and F35 are also separate.
GTIN / EAN
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Announced
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Predecessor
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Successor
Sony BRAVIA 510Reviewrtings.com/tv/reviews/sony/bravia-5Read 23 October 2026RTINGS says the Sony BRAVIA 5 is the follow-up to the Sony X90L/X90CL from 2023.
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Launch price (US)
Launch price (EU)
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Markets
Colours
Segment
Model year
Display
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Screen size class
Sizes covered
43, 50, 55, 65, 75in1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20240606185411/https://www.tcl.com/us/en/products/home-theater/s5-class/55-class-4k-uhd-hdr-led-smart-fire-tv-55s551fRead 23 October 2026Size selector 43, 50, 55, 65 and 75 inch. The 98 inch S550G and the S551G are separate models.8Press articleaftvnews.com/tcl-reveals-its-new-s5-and-q6-4k-fire-tvs-for-2024-the-first-with-fire-os-8-and-a-new-remoteRead 23 October 2026Available in 43, 50, 55, 65 and 75 inch.
Viewable size
Native resolution
Pixel density (size class)
67.8ppi
80.1ppi
Screen surface
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Anti-reflection coating
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Panel
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Display type
Display type (as published)
Panel type
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Backlight
Local dimming
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Local dimming zones
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Panel maker
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Panel generation
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Subpixel layout
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Native colour depth
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Native panel refresh rate
DCI-P3 coverage (claimed)
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Rec. 2020 coverage (claimed)
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Peak HDR brightness (claimed)
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HDR and picture
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HDR formats
HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/XR65X90L_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Sheet row HDR compatibility: HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision. HDR10+ is not listed.
Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20240606185411/https://www.tcl.com/us/en/products/home-theater/s5-class/55-class-4k-uhd-hdr-led-smart-fire-tv-55s551fRead 23 October 2026High Dynamic Range (HDR) Format HDR PRO+ (Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG).8Press articleaftvnews.com/tcl-reveals-its-new-s5-and-q6-4k-fire-tvs-for-2024-the-first-with-fire-os-8-and-a-new-remoteRead 23 October 2026Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG and HDR10+. HDR10+ is new over the 2023 S4.
Filmmaker Mode
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HGiG
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Picture processor
Cognitive Processor XR1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/XR65X90L_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026
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Motion interpolation
Black frame insertion
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Ambient light sensor
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Motion and gaming
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Maximum accepted refresh rate per resolution and input
ASony X90L
| Resolution | HDMI 2.1 |
|---|---|
| 3840 × 2160Native | 120Hz |
BTCL S551F
| Resolution | HDMI |
|---|---|
| 3840 × 2160Native | 60Hz |
Source1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20240606185411/https://www.tcl.com/us/en/products/home-theater/s5-class/55-class-4k-uhd-hdr-led-smart-fire-tv-55s551fRead 23 October 2026Only 3840 x 2160 at 60 Hz over HDMI is stored. The quick start guide lists HDMI signals up to 2160p at 24, 30 and 60 Hz, and the panel is 60 Hz. The overview text also mentions Game Accelerator 120 with up to 120 Hz VRR, which cannot apply to a 60 Hz panel and appears on the S551G, so no VRR is stored.6Owner's manualweb.archive.org/web/20250523063402/https://www.tcl.com/usca/content/dam/tcl/product/home-theater/s-class/documents/S551F%20QSG.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 1 HDMI signal compatibility: 2160p/24/30/60Hz.
Maximum accepted refresh rate
120Hz
60Hz
Maximum accepted refresh rate at 4K
120Hz
60Hz
Adaptive sync
Not available
VRR range per input
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Low framerate compensation
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Dolby Vision gaming
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Auto game mode (ALLM)
Game menu features
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Measured
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Input lag (measured)
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Input lag at 4K 60 Hz (measured)
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Input lag at 4K 120 Hz (measured)
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Input lag at 4K 144 Hz (measured)
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SDR brightness in a real scene (measured)
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HDR brightness in a real scene (measured)
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HDR brightness per window (measured)
ASony X90L
| Window | Brightness (nits) |
|---|---|
| 10% | 1,225 |
BTCL S551F
Not availableHDR peak brightness (measured)
1,225nits
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Full-screen HDR brightness (measured)
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Contrast ratio (measured)
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Contrast with local dimming (measured)
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Infinite contrast (measured)
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DCI-P3 coverage (measured)
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Rec. 2020 coverage (measured)
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Colour volume at 1,000 nits (measured)
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Colour volume at 10,000 nits (measured)
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Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)
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Gray uniformity deviation (measured)
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Colour shift angle (measured)
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Reflections (measured)
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Total pixel response time (measured)
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PWM flicker frequency (measured)
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VRR range (measured)
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4:4:4 chroma (measured)
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Power use SDR (measured)
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Smart platform
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Smart platform
OS at launch
Latest OS
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OS upgrade support period
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Chipset
RAM
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Total internal storage
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Voice assistants
Alexa6Owner's manualweb.archive.org/web/20250523063402/https://www.tcl.com/usca/content/dam/tcl/product/home-theater/s-class/documents/S551F%20QSG.pdfRead 23 October 2026Step 2 and Step 3: Voice Remote with Alexa, with a microphone and voice button.9Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0D4PD799HRead 23 October 2026Title: Alexa Built-in with Voice Remote.
Hands-free microphone
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Casting
AirPlay 21Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20240606185411/https://www.tcl.com/us/en/products/home-theater/s5-class/55-class-4k-uhd-hdr-led-smart-fire-tv-55s551fRead 23 October 2026Casting Apple Airplay2. Google Cast is not listed.9Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0D4PD799HRead 23 October 2026Title: Apple AirPlay 2 Compatibility.
Smart home
Art or ambient mode
Not available
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Tuners
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Tuners
ATSC 1.0, ATSC 3.0, Clear QAM, Analog4Reviewrtings.com/tv/reviews/sony/x90l-x90clRead 10 October 2026Public introduction says the X90L has an ATSC 3.0 tuner for up to 4k broadcast support. Together with the sheet's ATSC and Clear QAM digital systems and system M analog, this gives ATSC 1.0, ATSC 3.0, Clear QAM and analog. TechRadar also lists an ATSC 3.0 tuner (US only).8Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/i-tested-sonys-x90l-and-this-4k-led-tv-matches-its-mini-led-competition-in-3-waysRead 10 October 2026Feature list of the preview: ATSC 3.0 tuner (US only), and the text says like last year's model it has an ATSC 3.0 tuner for next-gen US broadcasts.
Tuners per broadcast standard
Not available
Antenna inputs
ASony X90L
| Type | Count |
|---|---|
| Terrestrial and cable | 1 |
CI+ slot
Not available
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Record to USB
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Broadcast platforms
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Audio
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Physical speaker channels
Physical speaker drivers
Total built-in speaker power
Built-in subwoofer
Not available
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Up-firing speakers
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Audio formats
Dolby Atmos, DTS, PCM, Dolby Audio (formats not named)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/XR65X90L_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Decoder rows: Dolby Audio and Dolby Atmos, DTS Digital Surround, and linear PCM on HDMI input. Dolby Audio is not expanded into other Dolby formats. Dolby Audio is stored as Dolby Audio (formats not named).
eARC passthrough
Not available
Audio features
Acoustic Multi-Audio, Sound Positioning Tweeter, Acoustic Center Sync, 3D Surround Upscaling, Voice Zoom 2, S-Force Front Surround, Vertical Surround Engine1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/XR65X90L_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Names as printed in the sheet audio rows (Speaker Type, Speaker Type-2, Voice Zoom, Simulated surround sound, Vertical Surround Engine) and feature text.
DTS Virtual:X, Enhanced Dialogue Mode1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20240606185411/https://www.tcl.com/us/en/products/home-theater/s5-class/55-class-4k-uhd-hdr-led-smart-fire-tv-55s551fRead 23 October 2026DTS Virtual:X Yes. Enhanced Dialogue Mode in the feature list. Audio Effect presets Standard, Music, Movie, Clear Voice, Enhanced Bass.
Connectivity
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Video inputs
ASony X90L
| Type | Port | Version | Count | Max bandwidth (Gbps) | Max refresh rate at 4K (Hz) | HDCP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HDMI | HDMI 1-2 | 2.0 | 2 | 18 | Not available | 2.3 |
| HDMI | HDMI 3-4 | 2.1 | 2 | 48 | 120 | 2.3 |
Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/XR65X90L_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Sheet says HDMI inputs total 4 and HDCP2.3 on HDMI1/2/3/4. HDMI IN1 and IN2 carry 4K up to 18Gbps. HDMI IN3 and IN4 carry 4K up to 48Gbps and 4K 120Hz. The sheet does not say which port is the eARC port, so eARC is not set on a row. The HDMI 2.0 and 2.1 versions come from the maker's HDMI 2.1 feature list for HDMI3/4 and from FlatpanelsHD for ports 1 and 2.5Reviewflatpanelshd.com/review.phpRead 10 October 2026Review: only two HDMI 2.1 ports capable of 4K120 (one of which is eARC/ARC) plus two standard HDMI 2.0 ports.
BTCL S551F
| Type | Port | Count | Max refresh rate at 4K (Hz) | eARC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HDMI | HDMI 1-3 | 3 | 60 | No |
| HDMI | HDMI 4 (e)ARC | 1 | 60 | Yes |
| Composite | AV IN (adapter, not included) | 1 | Not available | Not available |
Source1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20240606185411/https://www.tcl.com/us/en/products/home-theater/s5-class/55-class-4k-uhd-hdr-led-smart-fire-tv-55s551fRead 23 October 2026The spec text says 3 HDMI (1 with eARC) and one AV input, composite video with left and right audio on an adapter jack. The quick start guide and TCL's own ports photo both show four HDMI ports, HDMI 1 to 3 and HDMI 4 marked (e)ARC, and Amazon lists 4 HDMI ports, so four are stored. HDMI revision and bandwidth are not published.6Owner's manualweb.archive.org/web/20250523063402/https://www.tcl.com/usca/content/dam/tcl/product/home-theater/s-class/documents/S551F%20QSG.pdfRead 23 October 2026Step 4, page 8 diagram for 43/50/55/65 inch and for 75 inch: HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI 3, (e)ARC HDMI 4, ANT/CABLE, AV IN adapter, headphone, optical. HDMI signal compatibility on page 1: 480i, 480p, 720p/60Hz, 1080i/60Hz, 1080p/60Hz, 2160p/24/30/60Hz. The AV IN needs an adapter that is not included.7Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20240606185411/https://www.tcl.com/usca/content/dam/tcl/product/home-theater/s-class/55s551f/55S551F-Ports.pngRead 23 October 2026TCL's own ports photo for the 55S551F shows USB 2.0, HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI 3, HDMI 4 marked (e)ARC, cable and antenna, AV IN adapter, headphone and optical. Four HDMI sockets are visible. The same photo is on Amazon's gallery.11Maker product pagem.media-amazon.com/images/I/61r1mHaKMTL._AC_SL1500_.jpgRead 23 October 2026TCL's rear panel photo in the Amazon gallery for the 55S551F: USB 2.0, HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI 3, HDMI 4 (e)ARC, antenna and cable, AV IN adapter, headphone, optical.
HDMI ports
4
4
HDMI ports with 4K 120 Hz
Not available
0
Highest HDMI version
2.1
Not available
Maximum HDMI link bandwidth
48Gbps
Not available
HDMI features
USB peripheral ports
ASony X90L
| Count |
|---|
| 2 |
BTCL S551F
| Connector | USB version | Count |
|---|---|---|
| USB-A | 2.0 | 1 |
Source1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20240606185411/https://www.tcl.com/us/en/products/home-theater/s5-class/55-class-4k-uhd-hdr-led-smart-fire-tv-55s551fRead 23 October 2026USB 1 x USB 2.0 for 43 to 65 inch. The 75 inch page says 2 x USB 2.0.6Owner's manualweb.archive.org/web/20250523063402/https://www.tcl.com/usca/content/dam/tcl/product/home-theater/s-class/documents/S551F%20QSG.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 8: one USB 2.0 port on the 43 to 65 inch drawing and two USB 2.0 ports on the 75 inch drawing, each marked 5V 0.5A. The port shape is a USB-A socket in TCL's ports photo.7Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20240606185411/https://www.tcl.com/usca/content/dam/tcl/product/home-theater/s-class/55s551f/55S551F-Ports.pngRead 23 October 2026Photo: one USB 2.0 type A socket marked 5V 0.5A.
Ethernet speed
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
Not available
Bluetooth
Optical out
Yes1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20240606185411/https://www.tcl.com/us/en/products/home-theater/s5-class/55-class-4k-uhd-hdr-led-smart-fire-tv-55s551fRead 23 October 2026SPDIF Digital Audio Optical 1.7Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20240606185411/https://www.tcl.com/usca/content/dam/tcl/product/home-theater/s-class/55s551f/55S551F-Ports.pngRead 23 October 2026Photo: OPTICAL AUDIO OUT socket.
Headphone out
Not available
Yes1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20240606185411/https://www.tcl.com/us/en/products/home-theater/s5-class/55-class-4k-uhd-hdr-led-smart-fire-tv-55s551fRead 23 October 2026Headphone Output 1.7Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20240606185411/https://www.tcl.com/usca/content/dam/tcl/product/home-theater/s-class/55s551f/55S551F-Ports.pngRead 23 October 2026Photo: headphone socket.
Included connection box
Remote
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Remote control
Remote connection
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Remote power
Voice button on remote
Pointer remote
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Stand and mounting
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Stand
Stand installation positions
Not available
Stand height adjustment
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Space under the screen
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Distance between feet
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Stand footprint
Width1,209Depth345mm(47.6 × 13.6 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/XR65X90L_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Standard position. Width is the stand width row (1209 mm). Depth is the TV with Stand depth (345 mm).
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VESA mount
200 x 2001Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20240606185411/https://www.tcl.com/us/en/products/home-theater/s5-class/55-class-4k-uhd-hdr-led-smart-fire-tv-55s551fRead 23 October 2026VESA Wall Mount Pattern 200 x 200 for 43 to 65 inch and 300 x 300 for the 75 inch.6Owner's manualweb.archive.org/web/20250523063402/https://www.tcl.com/usca/content/dam/tcl/product/home-theater/s-class/documents/S551F%20QSG.pdfRead 23 October 2026Models of 43, 50, 55 and 65: VESA 200x200. Models of 75: VESA 300x300.
VESA screw
Not available
M61Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20240606185411/https://www.tcl.com/us/en/products/home-theater/s5-class/55-class-4k-uhd-hdr-led-smart-fire-tv-55s551fRead 23 October 2026Screw Size M6 x 12 for 43 to 65 inch and M6 x 16 for the 75 inch.6Owner's manualweb.archive.org/web/20250523063402/https://www.tcl.com/usca/content/dam/tcl/product/home-theater/s-class/documents/S551F%20QSG.pdfRead 23 October 20264 M6x12mm screws for 43 to 65 inch and 4 M6x16mm screws for the 75 inch.
Wall mount included
No1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20240606185411/https://www.tcl.com/us/en/products/home-theater/s5-class/55-class-4k-uhd-hdr-led-smart-fire-tv-55s551fRead 23 October 2026The quick start guide says wall mount hardware and accessories are not included.6Owner's manualweb.archive.org/web/20250523063402/https://www.tcl.com/usca/content/dam/tcl/product/home-theater/s-class/documents/S551F%20QSG.pdfRead 23 October 2026Optional - To mount on a wall (Wall mount hardware and accessories are not included).
OLED care
None of 3 known
OLED care
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Burn-in covered by warranty
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Burn-in warranty length
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Dimensions and weight
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Dimensions with stand
Dimensions without stand
Width1,445Height831Depth57mm(56.9 × 32.7 × 2.2 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/XR65X90L_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Sheet row Dimension of TV without Stand: 1445 x 831 x 57 (40.6) mm. The larger depth 57 is stored. The number in brackets is not labelled in the sheet.
Thinnest depth
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Weight with stand
Weight without stand
Power
0 of 10 differ
Power supply
On-mode power in SDR (EU label)
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On-mode power in HDR (EU label)
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Maximum operating power
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Standby power
Networked standby
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EU energy class SDR
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EU energy class HDR
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Energy per 1000 h SDR
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Energy per 1000 h HDR
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Certifications
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Picture certifications
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ENERGY STAR
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Other certifications
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In the box
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In the box
Table top stand, Voice remote control, Batteries, AC power cord, Operating instructions, Quick setup guide1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/XR65X90L_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Supplied Accessories rows: Voice Remote Control RMF-TX810U, Batteries LR03, AC power cord, Operating instructions, Quick Setup Guide, Table Top Stand (assembly required). The optional BRAVIA CAM is sold separately.
TCL TV, TV stands, 4 x stand screws, Power cable, Voice Remote, 2 x AAA batteries, Quick Start Guide, Warranty information1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20240606185411/https://www.tcl.com/us/en/products/home-theater/s5-class/55-class-4k-uhd-hdr-led-smart-fire-tv-55s551fRead 23 October 2026What's in the Box: Quick Start Guide, Power Cord 1, Remote Control Voice Remote, Remote Control Batteries 2 x AAA, Warranty Info. The TV, stands and four stand screws come from the quick start guide.6Owner's manualweb.archive.org/web/20250523063402/https://www.tcl.com/usca/content/dam/tcl/product/home-theater/s-class/documents/S551F%20QSG.pdfRead 23 October 2026What's in the box: TCL TV, TV stands, 4 x stand screws, power cable, TV remote, 2 x AAA batteries.
Links
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Product page
electronics.sony.com/x90l2Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2023-03-01-Sony-Electronics-Introduces-2023-BRAVIA-XR-TV-LineupRead 10 October 2026The release gives the US page as http://electronics.sony.com/x90l. It is stored as https. The Sony site blocks automated access, so the page itself was not opened.
web.archive.org/web/20240606185411/https://www.tcl.com/us/en/products/home-theater/s5-class/55-class-4k-uhd-hdr-led-smart-fire-tv-55s551f1Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20240606185411/https://www.tcl.com/us/en/products/home-theater/s5-class/55-class-4k-uhd-hdr-led-smart-fire-tv-55s551fRead 23 October 2026Archived TCL US product page for the 55S551F, captured 2024-06-06 and marked New Model. TCL US no longer lists the S Class, so the archive copy is linked.
Spec sheet
static.pcrichard.com/docs/XR65X90L_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/XR65X90L_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026
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Manual
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web.archive.org/web/20250523063402/https://www.tcl.com/usca/content/dam/tcl/product/home-theater/s-class/documents/S551F%20QSG.pdf6Owner's manualweb.archive.org/web/20250523063402/https://www.tcl.com/usca/content/dam/tcl/product/home-theater/s-class/documents/S551F%20QSG.pdfRead 23 October 2026TCL Quick Start Guide S551F, 17 pages, PDF created 2024-03-05. It names the series 43/50/55/65/75S551F. The archive copy is linked because tcl.com no longer serves it.
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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