Hisense A4 vs TCL S3: What’s the Difference in 32 Inch 1080P TVs?

Harry Williams

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Introduce​

Parameter
Hisense A4​
TCL S3​
Picture​
HisenseA4.jpg
TCLS3.jpg
Price​
$160.99
$138
Model Year​
2022​
2023​
Specific Uses​
large spaces like sports bars and theaters​
Home Viewing​
Highlight​
Resolution: 1080p Full HD
Display Technology: Full array LED backlight
Smart TV Platform: Android TV
Motion Processing: Motion Rate 120
Audio Technology: DTS Virtual:X
Remote Control: Voice remote with Google Assistant​
Resolution: 1080P Full HD
Design: FullView Metal Bezel-less
Operating System: Google TV Smart OS
Streaming Capability: Chromecast Built-in
HDR Support: HDR10, HLG​

Side-by-Side Comparison​

System​

Parameter
Hisense A4​
TCL S3​
Operating System​
Android​
Google TV​
Internet Applications​
netflix, Amazon Instant Video​
Netflix​
Remote Control​
Bluetooth​
Bluetooth​
Controller Type​
Voice Control​
Voice Control​

Display​

Parameter
Hisense A4​
TCL S3​
Aspect Ratio​
16:9​
16:9​
Display Technology​
LCD​
LED​
Screen Finish​
Flat​
Flat​
Has Color Screen​
Yes​
Yes​
Resolution​
1080p​
1080p​
Refresh Rate​
60 Hz​
60 Hz​
Response Time​
-​
-​
HDR Format Supported​
-​
-​
Maximum Display Brightness​
-​
-​
Display Backlight​
-​
-​
Display Backlight Setting​
-​
-​
Picture Quality Enhancement​
-​
1080P, HDR 10​
Motion Enhancement​
Motion Rate 120​
-​

Audio​

Parameter
Hisense A4​
TCL S3​
Number of Audio Channels​
-​
-​
Audio Output Mode​
Digital​
-​
Audio Input​
-​
HDMI​
Speaker Description​
-​
8W (left) + 8W (right)​

Connectivity​

Parameter
Hisense A4​
TCL S3​
Connectivity Technology​
Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet, HDMI​
Wi-Fi, HDMI​
Bluetooth Version​
-​
5.0​
Screen Mirroring​
-​
Google Cast​
Total Usb Ports​
-​
1​
Number of HDMI Ports​
3​
2​
Connector Type​
-​
HDMI​
Signal Format​
digital​
ATSC, NTSC, Clear QAM​

Features​

Parameter
Hisense A4​
TCL S3​
Video Encoding​
-​
HEVC (H.265)​
Compatible Devices​
Android Devices, Wi-Fi & Bluetooth enabled devices, HDMI compatible devices​
Speaker, Smartphone, Tablet, Laptop​
Tuner Type​
ATSC​
ATSC​
Noteworthy Features​
Flat​
Flat​

Measurements​

Parameter
Hisense A4​
TCL S3​
Dimensions D x W x H​
2.9"D x 28.4"W x 16.9"H​
3.1"D x 28.1"W x 16.6"H​
Item Weight​
-​
11 Pounds​
Screen Size​
32 Inches​
32 Inches​

Conclusion​

Product
PROS AND CONS​
Hisense A4​
Pros:
• Built-in streaming apps like YouTube, Netflix, and Tubi eliminate the need for HDMI cables.
• Affordable option for a second TV, particularly for casual viewing like sports.
• Overall decent picture quality after adjustments.

Cons:
• Poor sound quality described as "tinny."
• Significant delay (5-10 seconds) in remote response, leading to frustration.
• Limited ability to adjust screen settings while watching TV.
• Issues with picture quality, including lines appearing on the screen after a relatively short usage period.
• Home screen cluttered with non-removable items.
TCL S3​
Pros
• Great picture quality, particularly for a small 32-inch TV
• 1080P resolution provides crisp visuals
• Snappy performance with the Google OS
• Excellent internet connectivity with no Wi-Fi issues
• Satisfactory speaker quality for casual viewing
• Good variety of settings for customization

Cons
• Poor sound quality described as tinny
• Difficulty adjusting picture settings, resulting in lackluster colors
• Frustrating sleep timer setup with too many steps
• Sticky tape residue on the bezels
• Lack of physical buttons; reliance on remote only
• Potential issues with remote functionality, such as stickiness
 
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