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Pioneer Class LED 4K UHD Smart Roku TV vs TCL 55" S5 4K Smart TV (2024)

Both are budget 4K LED TVs with HDR, and the Pioneer is the cheaper buy at $139.99 at Best Buy as of November 3, 2026, versus the TCL S5, which has no price given here. Pick the Pioneer for the lowest outlay and Roku's simple interface. Pick the TCL S5 if gaming matters: it lists 120 Hz VRR and Dolby Vision, which the Pioneer's specs don't mention.

Today the Pioneer Class LED 4K UHD Smart Roku TV costs $190.00 less at its best price.

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Pioneer Class LED 4K UHD Smart Roku TV

Pioneer Class LED 4K UHD Smart Roku TV

4.7· 2,600 ratings
$139.99at Best BuyObserved Nov 3, 2026, 4:30 PM
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Choose the Pioneer Class LED 4K UHD Smart Roku TV if you want the lowest price and the straightforward Roku smart platform with voice remote.

Pros
  • Lowest price seen: $139.99 at Best Buy as of November 3, 2026
  • Four HDMI ports
  • Ethernet plus Wi-Fi
  • Works with Google Home and Alexa
  • Energy Star certified
Cons

What separates them

Pioneer Class LED 4K UHD Smart Roku TVTCL 55" S5 4K Smart TV (2024)
Smart platformRoku TVGoogle TV
HDR formatsHDR (format not specified)Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG
Gaming featuresNot specifiedGame Accelerator 120, up to 120 Hz VRR
HDMI ports43
Voice assistantsGoogle Home and AlexaGoogle Assistant
Wired networkWi-Fi and EthernetWi-Fi only
Motion processingNot specifiedMotion Rate 240 with MEMC
Price

Price history

$249.99$139.99
Nov 1Nov 4
  • Pioneer Class LED 4K UHD Smart Roku TV: lowest $139.99 on Nov 3 at Best Buy; $189.99 on Nov 4.
  • TCL 55" S5 4K Smart TV (2024): lowest $249.99 on Nov 2 at Wagner Appliance Sales.

Prices at every store

Pioneer Class LED 4K UHD Smart Roku TV

  • Best BuyNew

    In stock

    $139.99Free shippingObserved Nov 3, 2026, 4:30 PM
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  • eBayNew

    In stock

    $275.00Free shippingObserved Nov 3, 2026, 4:30 PM
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TCL 55" S5 4K Smart TV (2024)

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    Availability unknownSold by brandsmartusa (99.5% positive, 37,600 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.

    $289.89Free shippingVerified
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    Availability unknownSold by happy_gilmore_store (100% positive, 705 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.

    $329.99+ $19.99 shippingVerified
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Specs compared

SpecPioneer Class LED 4K UHD Smart Roku TVTCL 55" S5 4K Smart TV (2024)
Display TypeLEDLED
Resolution4K UHD4K UHD
HDTV Format4K UHD4K UHD
Backlight TechnologyLEDLED
Display HighlightsHDRHDR
Network FunctionalitySmart TV, StreamingSmart TV, Google Assistant
Smart TVYesYes
HDMI Ports43
Network ConnectivityWireless, Ethernet, Wi-FiWi-Fi
Video InterfaceUSB, HDMIHDMI

What reviewers say

Pioneer Class LED 4K UHD Smart Roku TV

With 4.7 out of 5 from about 2,600 ratings, owners generally rate this set highly as a value 4K Roku TV. Praise centers on easy setup, the Roku interface and the low price; complaints tend to focus on sound quality and picture brightness.

Pros
  • Easy Roku setup and familiar interface
  • Good picture for the price
  • Voice remote works well
  • Solid value for a secondary TV
Cons
  • Built-in speakers sound thin
  • HDR impact is modest on this panel
  • Black levels not deep in dark rooms

TCL 55" S5 4K Smart TV (2024)

Owners of TCL's S-series generally rate it as strong value for the price, with good picture for streaming and gaming at 4K. Complaints tend to focus on black-level uniformity, brightness in sunny rooms and the built-in speakers.

Pros

Questions and answers

Which is better for gaming?
The TCL S5. It lists Game Accelerator 120 with up to 120 Hz VRR and MEMC motion processing. The Pioneer's specs list no VRR or game mode.
Which has better HDR?
The TCL S5. It supports Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10 and HLG. The Pioneer lists HDR without naming formats.
Is the Pioneer worth buying over the TCL?
Yes if price is the deciding factor. At $139.99 at Best Buy as of November 3, 2026, it is the only one of the two with a stated price, and it adds a fourth HDMI port and Ethernet.
Which has more HDMI ports?
The Pioneer, with 4 versus 3 on the TCL S5.
Which smart system is easier to use?
Roku on the Pioneer is widely considered simpler to navigate. Google TV on the TCL gives more personalized recommendations and deeper Google Assistant integration.
Do both support voice control?
Yes. The Pioneer remote has voice control and works with Google Home and Alexa. The TCL runs Google TV with Google Assistant.

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  • HDR format not specified; no Dolby Vision listed
  • No gaming or VRR features listed
  • 2-channel audio, no headphone jack
  • No screen size given in the specs
TCL
TCL 55" S5 4K Smart TV (2024)

TCL 55" S5 4K Smart TV (2024)

$329.99at eBayVerified
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Choose the TCL 55" S5 if you want Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and 120 Hz VRR for console gaming.

Pros
  • Dolby Vision and HDR10+ support
  • 120 Hz VRR and Game Accelerator 120 for gaming
  • AIPQ processor with MEMC motion smoothing
  • 178° viewing angles
  • Google TV with Google Assistant
Cons
  • Only 3 HDMI ports
  • Wi-Fi only, no Ethernet listed
  • No price given here to compare
  • 60 Hz native panel
$139.99 at Best Buy as of November 3, 2026
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Supported Resolutions
4K
4K
DimensionsNo information957.6 mm (Height without stand)
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SpecPioneer Class LED 4K UHD Smart Roku TVTCL 55" S5 4K Smart TV (2024)
Screen FormFlatFlat
TV Tuner TypeRF Antenna Input—
Stand And MountStand included—
Design HighlightsFlat screen—
Assistant SupportGoogle Home, Alexa—
Audio Output Mode2 channel—
Audio System FeaturesDolby Audio—
Headphone PortNo—
Included AccessoriesUser guide, Power cable, Remote control—
Remote FeaturesVoice control, Remote control included—
Energy Star VersionEnergy Star Certified—
Compliant StandardsENERGY STAR—
Internet Streaming Services—Google TV
PC Interface—USB, HDMI
CEC Enabled—HDMI ARC
Refresh Rate—60 Hz
Max Resolution V-Sync—120 Hz VRR
Display Aspect Ratio—16:9
Image Contrast Ratio—High
Viewing Angle—178° (horizontal)
Viewing Angle (Vertical)—178°
Menu Language—Spanish, English, French
Color Temperature—Yes (Adjustable: Warm, Normal, Cool)
  • Picture quality for the price
  • Google TV interface and app selection
  • Low lag in game mode
  • Easy setup
  • Cons
    • Mediocre black levels and backlight uniformity
    • Built-in sound is thin
    • Reflections in bright rooms
    • Occasional software sluggishness