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TCL S65K

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S65K

Released August 2026.4Press releaseus.tcl.com/blogs/press-releases/tcl-launches-s65k-and-s60k-dolby-atmos-soundbarsRead 15 October 2026The release of August 31, 2026 says the S65K is available now on Best Buy and Amazon. The US store page was created on 2026-08-30. Last checked 15 October 2026.

System channel configuration
5.1
Dolby Atmos
Yes
Separate subwoofer included
Yes
HDMI eARC
Yes

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At a glance

Ports

  • HDMI 2.1
  • HDMI 2.0
  • Optical
  • USB-A
  • AC power

All specs

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Audio system

System channel configuration
5.11Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026General feature: Number of Channel 5.1. The product title says 5.1 Channel. The spec sheet system features row says 3.1.2, which is not used.
Physical drivers in the package
75Maker product pagetcl.com/eu/en/soundbar/s65kRead 15 October 2026TCL Europe page for the S65K: Equipped with 7 high-quality drivers and 6 physical channels. The US page does not give a driver count. The EU page names the same model, 5.1 layout and rear speakers. The split between bar, rear speakers and subwoofer is not published.
Physical drivers in the bar
Not available
Up-firing drivers in the package
01Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Speaker: Up-Firing Speaker No, Front Wide-firing Speaker No, Side-firing Speaker No.
Driver layout
ComponentDriver typeCountDiameter (mm)
SubwooferWoofer1165.1
Source1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Overview: wireless subwoofer with 6.5 in driver. The page names a built-in center speaker and a built-in tweeter in the bar but gives no sizes or counts.
Separate subwoofer included
Yes1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Speaker: Wireless Subwoofer Included Yes.
Included subwoofer connection
Wireless3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 3b: the subwoofer pairs automatically with the sound bar. It needs its own power cord, so only the audio link is wireless.
Included subwoofer driver diameter
165.1mm1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Speaker: Subwoofer Driver Dimension 6.5 in, which is 165.1 mm. The spec sheet row Subwoofer Driver Dimensions 52 x 86mm does not fit a 6.5 in driver and is not used. The Amazon listing also says woofer diameter 6.5 inches.
Rear speakers included
21Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Speaker: Wireless Rear Speaker Included Yes. The quick start guide box list gives the count of 2.3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026What's in the box: Satellite Speaker x 2.
Included rear speaker connection
Wireless3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 3c: the satellite speakers pair automatically with the sound bar, and pairing is by button. They have their own power cord, so only the audio link is wireless.
Detachable rear speakers
No3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026What's in the box: the sound bar and the two satellite speakers are separate items. The bar has no detachable end sections.
Compatible optional subwoofers
Not available
Compatible optional rear speakers
Not available
Total RMS audio output power
Not available
Total peak audio output power
630W1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Audio feature: Maximum Audio Power 630W. The page does not say RMS. Stored as the maximum figure.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Audio (soundbar): Maximum Audio Power (Watts) 630W. Sound pressure level 95 dB, measured with pink noise at 1 m, C-weighted. The product page says 98 dB.
Published frequency response lower limit
Not available
Published frequency response upper limit
Not available

Audio formats

Dolby Atmos
Yes1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Audio feature: Dolby Atmos Yes.
DTS:X
Yes1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Audio feature: DTS:X Yes.
Supported audio formats
PCM, Dolby Surround, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS-HD, DTS:X3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Remote section 6b note: the LED display shows the audio format, such as PCM AUDIO / DOLBY SURROUND / DOLBY ATMOS / DTS / DTS HD / DTS:X, etc. The list ends with etc. and does not tie a format to an input.
Audio formats by connection
Not available
Music file formats
MP3, WMA, WAV, FLAC1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Decoding format: Audio Format Support MP3, FLAC, WAV. The quick start guide also lists WMA.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026USB feature: Audio Format Support MP3, FLAC, WAV.3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 9 USB: supported audio files MP3, WMA, WAV, FLAC. USB format FAT, FAT32, exFAT, NTFS. Max USB capacity 128 GB.
Max wired audio sample rate
Not available
Max music file sample rate
Not available
Max wired audio bit depth
Not available
Max music file bit depth
Not available

Connectivity

Ports on the bar
ConnectorCountVersionRole
HDMI12.1HDMI eARC/ARC output to the TV
HDMI12.0HDMI IN for a source device
Optical1Not availableDigital audio input
USB-A1Not availableMusic playback and software update
AC power1Not availableDetachable AC power cord input
Source2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Connections: HDMI ARC Yes, HDMI 2.1. HDMI IN Yes. USB Playback Yes. Port roles and the optical input are from the quick start guide.3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 3a overview: AC input, HDMI eARC connector, HDMI IN connector, optical input connector, USB Type A connector. Section 7b: the HDMI IN carries audio from an external device. The product page lists Optical In 0, which the quick start guide and TCL Europe page contradict.4Press releaseus.tcl.com/blogs/press-releases/tcl-launches-s65k-and-s60k-dolby-atmos-soundbarsRead 15 October 2026Feature list: HDMI 2.1 with eARC / HDMI 2.0 and Optical / Bluetooth 5.3. The two HDMI versions are read as the eARC output at 2.1, which the spec sheet also states, and the HDMI IN at 2.0.
HDMI ARC
Yes1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Connectivity: HDMI ARC Yes (eARC 2.1).2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Connections: HDMI ARC1 Yes, HDMI 2.1.
HDMI eARC
Yes1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Connectivity: HDMI ARC Yes (eARC 2.1).2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026The footnote says the TV needs to support HDMI-eARC/ARC. The product page states Yes (eARC 2.1).
HDMI-CEC
Yes1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Connectivity: HDMI CEC Yes.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Footnote 1: requires TV support for HDMI-eARC/ARC and HDMI-CEC.3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 7a: enable CEC on the TV. HDMI CEC ON.
HDMI video passthrough
Not available
Video passthrough modes
Not available
HDR passthrough formats
Not available
VRR passthrough
Not available
ALLM passthrough
Not available
HDCP version
Not available
Bluetooth audio input
Yes1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Connectivity: Bluetooth Yes (Version 5.3).
Bluetooth version
5.31Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Connectivity: Bluetooth Yes (Version 5.3).2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Connections: Bluetooth Yes (version 5.3).
Bluetooth audio codecs
Not available
Wi-Fi
No1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Connectivity: Wi-Fi No. The Amazon listing lists Wi-Fi in its connectivity field, which the maker page and spec sheet do not support.
Wi-Fi standard
Not available
Wi-Fi bands
Not available
Built-in Ethernet speed
Not available

Streaming and control

Streaming protocols
Not available
Voice assistants
Not available
Built-in microphone
Not available
Microphone mute control
Not available
Companion apps
TCL Home1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Smart feature: TCL Home/T+ App Yes.
Companion app platforms
iOS, Android7Maker product pagesupport.tcl.com/en_US/tcl-home-app-overviewRead 15 October 2026TCL support page: the TCL Home App has an iOS version and an Android version. The page is an air conditioner setup article. The S65K guide says to download TCL Home from the app stores.
Multiroom audio
Not available
Remote included
Yes1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Connectivity: One Remote Control Yes. Accessories: TCL One Remote.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Accessories: Remote Control TCL One Remote.3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026What's in the box: Remote Control, battery type 1.5 V AAA x 2.

Sound processing

Sound modes
Standard, Movie, Music, Voice, Game, Sports, Night, Custom1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Audio feature: Sound Modes Standard / Movie / Music / Voice / Game / Sport / Custom. The spec sheet adds Night. Sports is the spec sheet wording.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Audio: EQ Settings STANDARD / MOVIE / MUSIC / VOICE / GAME / NIGHT / SPORTS / CUSTOM.
Automatic room calibration
Yes1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Special feature: Ai Sonic Auto Room Calibration Yes.3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 11: AI Sonic-Adaptation is a room calibration technology. The cellphone microphone measures the test signals in the TCL Home App.
Room calibration system
TCL AI Sonic-Adaptation1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Overview: AI Sonic Auto Room Calibration powered by AI Sonic.
Dialogue enhancement
Yes1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Special feature: Dialog Enhancer Yes.
Night mode
Yes3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Remote section 6b: Night Mode on/off button.
Equalizer controls
Bass, Treble3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026LED display table: Bass -6 to +6 and Treble -6 to +6. The remote also adjusts channel levels and audio delay.
TV speaker integration
TCL Tutti Choral1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Special feature: TCL Tutti Choral (ChoruSound) Yes and TCL TV Ready Yes. The guide says the function works with some TCL TVs.

Power

Published operating power
35W3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Nominal electrical characteristics table: S65K Power consumption 35 W. The same table gives 30 W for the subwoofer model S65K-SW and 15 W for the satellite model S65K-RS. The workload is not stated.
Published standby power
Not available
Published networked standby power
Not available
Power supply
Soundbar: AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz, detachable power cord. The wireless subwoofer and each satellite speaker have their own detachable power cord, also rated AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz.3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Nominal electrical characteristics table: S65K 100-240 V~ 50/60 Hz, S65K-SW 100-240 V~ 50/60 Hz, S65K-RS 100-240 V~ 50/60 Hz. What's in the box: Power Cord x 4.
Detachable rear battery life
Not available
Detachable rear charge time
Not available

Measured

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Low-frequency extension (measured)
Not available
High-frequency extension (measured)
Not available
Max sound pressure (measured)
Not available
Frequency response deviation (measured)
Not available
Measured latency
Not available
Operating power (measured)
Not available
Standby power (measured)
Not available
Soundbar weight (measured)
Not available

Dimensions and weight

Front and side, drawn to scale.

Soundbar dimensions
Width850Height64Depth90mm(33.5 × 2.5 × 3.5 in)1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Main Unit Size (Soundbar) (WxHxD) 850 x 64 x 90 mm.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Soundbar Dimensions (WxHxD) 850 x 64 x 90mm.
Soundbar weight
2,750g(6.1 lb)1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Main Unit Weight (Soundbar) 6.06 lbs | 2.75 kg.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Product and package information: Soundbar Weight 2.75 kg.
Component dimensions and weight
ComponentWidth (mm)Height (mm)Depth (mm)Weight (g)
Subwoofer2202903304,900
Satellite speaker (each)110162120900
Source1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Net dimensions and weights: subwoofer 220 x 290 x 330 mm and 4.9 kg, rear speaker 110 x 162 x 120 mm and 0.9 kg. The spec sheet package table gives the surround width as 100 mm. The sheet states one Net Weight (Speaker) of 0.9 kg without saying if it is one speaker or the pair. It is read as one speaker because the size row is for one speaker.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Product and package information: subwoofer 220 x 290 x 330 mm and 4.9 kg, surround 100 x 162 x 120 mm and 0.9 kg. The connections table gives the surround as 110 x 162 x 120 mm and so does the product page, so 110 mm is used.
Package dimensions
Width931Height288Depth455mm(36.7 × 11.3 × 17.9 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Total Package Size (WxHxD) 931 x 288 x 455mm.
Package weight
11,970g(26.4 lb)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Total Package Weight 26.39 lbs | 11.97 kgs. The US product page gives a Shipping Weight of 9.58 kg for the same product. The spec sheet document is used.
Wall mountable
Yes1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Accessories: Wall Mount Kit Yes.3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 5b and 5c: wall mount installation.

In the box

In the box
Sound bar, Wireless subwoofer, 2 satellite speakers, 4 power cords, HDMI cable, Remote control, 2 AAA batteries, 2 wall mount brackets, 2 wall anchors, 2 wall mounting screws (M5 x 40 mm), Wall mount template, Quick start guide, Warranty card3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026What's in the box: Sound Bar, Subwoofer, Satellite Speaker x 2, Power Cord x 4, HDMI Cable, Remote Control, Wall Mount Bracket x 2, Wall Anchor x 2, Wall Mounting Screw x 2 M5*40 mm, Quick Start Guide, Warranty Card, Wall Mount Template. The product page adds 2 AAA remote batteries.
Wall mount hardware included
Yes1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Accessories: Wall Mount Kit Yes.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Accessories: Wall Mount Kit Yes.3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 5b: wall mount brackets, anchors, screws and a template are in the box.
HDMI cable included
Yes1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Accessories: HDMI Cable Yes.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Accessories: HDMI Cable Yes (Optional). The quick start guide box list shows an HDMI cable.
Optical cable included
No3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026The box list names no optical cable.

General

Series
S Class1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026The product title is TCL S-Class S65K. The page product type is S-Class.
Model numbers
S65K1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Variant SKU S65K. The US store has one variant.6Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0H2NCQ9FBRead 15 October 2026Amazon item details: Model Number S65K, Model Name S65K, sold by Amazon.com.
GTIN / EAN
8460420544166Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0H2NCQ9FBRead 15 October 2026Amazon item details: UPC 846042054416.
Announced
31 August 20264Press releaseus.tcl.com/blogs/press-releases/tcl-launches-s65k-and-s60k-dolby-atmos-soundbarsRead 15 October 2026TCL North America press release dated August 31, 2026. The PR Newswire copy is dated September 1.
Status
Available1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026The US store lists the product at 249.99 USD with an Add to cart button.
Predecessor
Not available
Successor
Not available
Launch price (US)
$399.994Press releaseus.tcl.com/blogs/press-releases/tcl-launches-s65k-and-s60k-dolby-atmos-soundbarsRead 15 October 2026The release says available now for 249.99 USD with a 399.99 USD MSRP. The MSRP is stored. US price, tax treatment not stated.
Launch price (EU)
Not available
Markets
US4Press releaseus.tcl.com/blogs/press-releases/tcl-launches-s65k-and-s60k-dolby-atmos-soundbarsRead 15 October 2026US launch release and US spec sheet.
Colours
Black1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026General feature: Color Black.

Warranty

Manufacturer warranty (source market)
1year1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Warranty - Parts and Labor: 1-Year Limited. US page.

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