Philips 50" Class QLED 4K UHD (2160p) Google Smart TV (50PQL7456/F7) vs Roku Select 50R5D5
Buy the Roku Select 50R5D5 if you want the simplest smart TV experience and the best HDR format support; buy the Philips 50PQL7456/F7 if you prefer Google TV and Google Assistant built in. Both are 50-inch 4K QLED sets with a 60 Hz panel, so picture motion is similar. No prices were provided for either set, so compare live store prices on this page before deciding.
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Philips 50" Class QLED 4K UHD (2160p) Google Smart TV (50PQL7456/F7)
4.5Choose the Philips 50PQL7456/F7 if you want Google TV with Google Assistant, Google Cast, and a remote finder built in.
- Google TV organizes apps and live TV in one place
- Google Assistant voice control and Google Cast built in
- EyeCare flicker-free and low blue light modes
- Find My Remote makes the remote ring
- HDR10 only, with no Dolby Vision or HDR10+
- No Ethernet port listed
- Refresh rate is 60 Hz, so no 120 Hz gaming
What separates them
| Philips 50" Class QLED 4K UHD (2160p) Google Smart TV (50PQL7456/F7) | Roku Select 50R5D5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Smart platform | Google TV with Google Assistant and Google Cast | Roku OS with enhanced voice remote |
| HDR formats | HDR10 only | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10 and HLG |
| Peak brightness | Not published | 250 nits |
| Wired network | Wi-Fi and Bluetooth only | Wi-Fi 5, Ethernet and Bluetooth |
| HDMI inputs | HDMI listed, count not published | 3 HDMI plus 1 HDMI eARC |
| Audio features | Not specified | Dolby Audio, optical output, auto speech clarity, wireless headphone support |
| Eye comfort | Flicker-free and low blue light EyeCare | Not specified |
Price history
- Philips 50" Class QLED 4K UHD (2160p) Google Smart TV (50PQL7456/F7): lowest $203.00 on Nov 3 at Walmart.
- Roku Select 50R5D5: lowest $359.99 on Nov 1 at Walmart.
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Specs compared
| Spec | Philips 50" Class QLED 4K UHD (2160p) Google Smart TV (50PQL7456/F7) | Roku Select 50R5D5 |
|---|---|---|
| color | Black | Black |
| Screen size | 50 in | 50-inch class, 49.5 inches diagonal |
| Resolution | 4K UHD | 4K Ultra HD |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60Hz |
| HDTV Format | 4K | 4K UHD |
| Screen Form | Flat | Flat |
| Display Type | QLED | LED |
| Assistant Support | Google Assistant | Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Display | QLED | — |
| HDR format | HDR10 | — |
What reviewers say
Philips 50" Class QLED 4K UHD (2160p) Google Smart TV (50PQL7456/F7)
Owner feedback on the 50PQL7456 is generally positive, with a 4.5 out of 5 average across 212 ratings. Buyers tend to praise picture quality for the price and the Google TV interface, while noting average sound and limited HDR punch.
- Sharp 4K picture and vivid QLED color for the money
- Easy Google TV setup and app navigation
- Responsive voice control through Google Assistant
- Slim, near-borderless design
- Weak built-in speakers
- HDR highlights look dim compared with pricier sets
- Remote feels basic despite the locator feature
Roku Select 50R5D5
With 4.8 out of 5 from 1,858 ratings, owners are largely happy with this set, mainly praising how easy Roku OS is to use and the picture quality for the money. Complaints tend to focus on brightness and sound.
Questions and answers
- Which has better HDR?
- The Roku Select 50R5D5. It supports Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and HLG, while the Philips 50PQL7456/F7 lists HDR10 only.
- Which is better for gaming?
- Neither is a strong gaming set. Both have a 60 Hz panel, and neither lists HDMI 2.1 or variable refresh rate.
- Which smart platform is easier to use?
- Roku OS is simpler and has fewer menus. Google TV on the Philips bundles apps and recommendations more aggressively and adds Google Assistant.
- Does either have an Ethernet port?
- The Roku Select 50R5D5 does. The Philips lists Wi-Fi and Bluetooth only.
- Which is brighter?
- Roku publishes 250 nits peak brightness for the Select 50R5D5. Philips does not publish a figure for the 50PQL7456/F7, so a direct comparison is not possible.
- Is the Roku worth extra money?
- Only if its price is close. Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and Ethernet are real upgrades, but at a large premium the Philips remains a fine 4K QLED set.
