TCL Class S4 vs Westinghouse Roku vs ONN Class 4K : Which 50-Inch TV with Apple HomeKit Should You Choose?

Introduce​

Parameter
TCL Class S4 TV​
Westinghouse Roku TV​
ONN Class 4k TV​
Picture​
TCLClassS4TV.jpg
WestinghouseRokuTV.jpg
ONNClass4kTV.jpg
Price​
$249.99
$299.99
$359.69
Model Year​
2023​
2023​
-​
Specific Uses​
Home viewing, Gaming, Streaming movies and TV shows, Live news, Sports, Kids and family entertainment​
Home viewing, smart home integration​
home entertainment, smart home integration​
Highlight​
Direct LED Backlight: Better brightness uniformity and picture performance
Dolby Atmos: Immersive cinematic experience
4K Ultra HD Resolution: 4X the resolution of 1080p Full HDTVs
Auto Game Mode (ALLM): Low input lag and latency for gaming
Dynamic Contrast: Enhanced contrast for improved image quality​
Display: 50 inch 4K Ultra High Definition
Picture Quality: High resolution, HDR, enhanced contrast
Streaming Platform: Roku TV, 350+ free live TV channels, 1,000+ streaming apps
Smart Home Compatibility: Works with Siri, Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit
Connectivity: 4 x HDMI, 1 x Composite Video, 1 x Optical Digital Audio inputs​
Free Wall Mount: Space-saving design, improved viewing angles
Smart Home Compatibility: Works with Siri, Alexa, Google Assistant, HomeKit
Voice Control: Compatible with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant; functions via Roku app
Connections: 3 HDMI, 1 Composite, 1 USB, 1 Optical, 1 Coaxial/Cable, 1 Headphone
Audio Technology: Dolby Audio, 2 built-in 8W speakers
Streaming Services Access: Instant access to apps like Netflix, YouTube, etc.​

Side-by-Side Comparison​

System​

Parameter
TCL Class S4 TV​
Westinghouse Roku TV​
ONN Class 4k TV​
Operating System​
Roku OS​
Roku OS​
Roku OS​
Internet Applications​
Netflix​
Netflix, Pandora, Hulu, Amazon Instant Video, YouTube​
Netflix​
Remote Control​
Voice​
Wi-Fi Direct and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)​
Infrared​
Controller Type​
Voice Control​
Voice Control​
Push Button​

Display​

Parameter
TCL Class S4 TV​
Westinghouse Roku TV​
ONN Class 4k TV​
Aspect Ratio​
-​
16:9​
16:9​
Display Technology​
LED​
LED​
LED​
Screen Finish​
Flat​
Flat​
Flat​
Has Color Screen​
Yes​
Yes​
Yes​
Resolution​
4K​
4K​
4K​
Refresh Rate​
60 Hz​
60 Hz​
60 KHz​
Response Time​
-​
-​
-​
HDR Format Supported​
Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG​
HDR10, HLG​
HDR10+​
Maximum Display Brightness​
-​
-​
-​
Display Backlight​
LED​
LED​
-​
Display Backlight Setting​
-​
-​
Adjustable​
Picture Quality Enhancement​
4K, HDR, Motion Interpolation, Dolby Atmos, Direct LED, Dynamic Contrast​
4K UHD, HDR10, HLG​
-​
Motion Enhancement​
Motion Rate 120​
-​
-​

Audio​

Parameter
TCL Class S4 TV​
Westinghouse Roku TV​
ONN Class 4k TV​
Number of Audio Channels​
5.1 or 7.1​
2.1​
2​
Audio Output Mode​
Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital Plus​
Digital​
Dolby​
Audio Input​
HDMI​
USB, Optical, HDMI​
USB, Optical, HDMI, Coaxial​
Speaker Description​
10W per speaker​
2 channel x 10W bottom side speakers with Dolby Digital+​
Dolby Audio​

Connectivity​

Parameter
TCL Class S4 TV​
Westinghouse Roku TV​
ONN Class 4k TV​
Connectivity Technology​
Wi-Fi, HDMI​
Wi-Fi​
Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet, HDMI​
Bluetooth Version​
-​
-​
-​
Screen Mirroring​
AirPlay​
Apple AirPlay2​
Apple AirPlay​
Total Usb Ports​
1​
2​
1​
Number of HDMI Ports​
4​
4​
3​
Connector Type​
HDMI​
HDMI, Optical, USB​
Optical, Ethernet​
Signal Format​
ATSC​
digital​
digital​

Features​

Parameter
TCL Class S4 TV​
Westinghouse Roku TV​
ONN Class 4k TV​
Video Encoding​
H.264, H.265​
HEVC​
HEVC (H.265)​
Compatible Devices​
-​
Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit​
Smartphones, Laptop, Tablet​
Tuner Type​
ATSC​
ATSC​
ATSC​
Noteworthy Features​
Flat​
Flat​
Works with Alexa & Google Assistant​

Measurements​

Parameter
TCL Class S4 TV​
Westinghouse Roku TV​
ONN Class 4k TV​
Dimensions D x W x H​
3.2"D x 43.8"W x 25.4"H​
9.4"D x 44.2"W x 27.4"H​
10"D x 49"W x 30"H​
Item Weight​
18.5 Pounds​
-​
-​
Screen Size​
50 Inches​
50 Inches​
55 Inches​

Conclusion​

Product
PROS AND CONS​
TCL Class S4 TV​
Pros
• Great picture quality – crisp and bright display
• Surprisingly good sound
• Space-saving design with frame that takes up no additional space
• Easy setup process
• Good value for money

Cons
• 2-footed stands take up too much space
• Remote lacks voice control and customizable shortcut buttons
• Remote does not have backlighting
• No sleep-timer buttons on the remote
Westinghouse Roku TV​
Pros
• Reasonable price for a good product
• Super lightweight and easy to move
• Quick and simple setup
• Good picture quality and vivid colors
• Great value for the money
• Increased longevity
• Positive user experience with ease of use in setup

Cons
• Poor user experience with accessing normal channels
• Concerns about data privacy due to app control of broadcast channels
• Potential frustration with setup instructions for installation of feet
ONN Class 4k TV​
Pros
• Very reasonable price
• Excellent picture quality
• Easy to set up, suitable even for those who may struggle with technology
• TV works well, including turning on and off without issues
• Compact size is ideal for smaller spaces, like bedrooms or kitchens
• Includes a wall mount (though there are compatibility issues)

Cons
• 24 inches may be considered too small for some users
• Cheaply made, with concerns about the quality of materials
• Refurbished unit may not meet expectations for some customers
• Wall mount included does not fit the TV properly
• Hardware compatibility issues with the mount and legs provided
 
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