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Roku Select Series 55" 4K QLED TV vs TCL S4-Series 55" 4K Roku TV

Buy the Roku Select Series if picture quality matters most: its QLED panel gives noticeably better color and brightness than the TCL S4's standard LED panel, and owners rate it higher. Buy the TCL S4 if you want the lowest-risk, most familiar budget 4K Roku TV with four HDMI inputs and a huge track record of owners. Both run the same simple Roku interface, so the real split is panel quality versus connectivity and proven reliability.

  • Choose the Roku Select Series if you want a brighter, more colorful QLED picture and better owner ratings in a 55-inch Roku TV.
  • Choose the TCL S4 if you need four HDMI inputs and prefer a long-established budget model with a large base of owner reviews.

Prices

  • Roku Select Series 55" 4K QLED TV: $229.99 at Roku (last seen Nov 9)
  • TCL S4-Series 55" 4K Roku TV: $218.00 at Walmart (checked today)
  • Difference: the TCL S4-Series 55" 4K Roku TV is $11.99 cheaper than the Roku Select Series 55" 4K QLED TV at the latest prices (Nov 9 and Nov 10)
Roku
Roku Smart TV 2026 – 55-Inch Select Series, 4K QLED TV

Roku Select Series 55" 4K QLED TV

Roku Smart TV 2026 – 55-Inch Select Series, 4K QLED TV

4.9(1,639 ratings)
$229.99at RokuChecked Nov 9
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Pros
  • QLED panel gives richer color and better contrast than standard LED
  • HDR10+ support adds dynamic tone mapping on compatible content
  • Voice remote searches across apps and works with Alexa, Google Assistant and Siri
  • Auto speech clarity and wireless headphone support help late-night viewing
Cons
  • Fewer HDMI inputs than the TCL
  • 60Hz panel is not ideal for fast gaming
  • Newer model with a smaller pool of owner reviews
TCL
TCL 55" Class S4-Series 4K UHD HDR Smart Roku TV - 55S41R

TCL S4-Series 55" 4K Roku TV

TCL 55" Class S4-Series 4K UHD HDR Smart Roku TV - 55S41R

4.5(10,128 ratings)
$218.00at WalmartChecked 2 h ago
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Pros
  • Four HDMI inputs suit a console, soundbar and streaming stick at once
  • Dolby Digital Plus audio processing
  • Very large base of owner ratings
  • Long-running, well-known budget model
Cons
  • Standard LED panel looks flatter and dimmer than QLED
  • No HDR10+ support
  • Lower owner rating than the Roku

What separates them

Roku Select Series 55" 4K QLED TVTCL S4-Series 55" 4K Roku TV
Panel technologyQLED with direct-lit LED backlightStandard LED LCD
HDR formatsHDR10 and HDR10+HDR10 and HLG
HDMI inputsFewer HDMI ports listedFour HDMI inputs
Refresh rate60Hz60Hz
Smart platformRoku TV with voice remoteRoku TV with simple remote and channel shortcuts
AudioBuilt-in speakers with auto speech clarity and headphone supportDolby Digital Plus
Owner ratings4.9 out of 5 from about 1,600 ratings4.5 out of 5 from over 10,000 ratings
DesignFrameless design, wall mountableStandard bezel, wall mountable

Price history

$278.00$218.00
Nov 7Nov 10
  • Roku Select Series 55" 4K QLED TV: lowest $229.99 on Nov 9 at Roku; $276.99 on Nov 10.
  • TCL S4-Series 55" 4K Roku TV: lowest $218.00 on Nov 9 at Walmart.

Prices at every store

Roku Select Series 55" 4K QLED TV

  • NFMNew

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    $276.99Checked 4 h ago
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    $278.00Free shippingChecked 4 h ago
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    $278.00Checked 4 h ago
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    Availability unknown

    $229.99Checked Nov 9
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TCL S4-Series 55" 4K Roku TV

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    $218.00Checked 2 h ago
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Specs compared

SpecRoku Select Series 55" 4K QLED TVTCL S4-Series 55" 4K Roku TV
colorBlackBlack
Screen size55 inches55 in
Resolution4K3840 x 2160
Screen Resolution3840x2160 (4K Ultra HD)3840x2160 (4K Ultra HD)
HDRYesYes
Smart TVYesYes
size55—
Display technology4K UHD, LED—
Refresh rate60—
Aspect ratio16:9—
ConnectivityBluetooth, Ethernet, Usb C, Wi-Fi—
Product dimensions32.26 x 122.68 x 77.47 cm—
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SpecRoku Select Series 55" 4K QLED TVTCL S4-Series 55" 4K Roku TV
Weight9.3 kg—
Batteries2 AAA batteries required.—
HDR formatHDR10—
Display hardware4K QLED LCD, direct-lit LED backlight, 60Hz—
Release Year2026—
High DefinitionYes—
HDTV Format4K—
Screen FormFlat—
Display TypeQLED—
Assistant Support

What reviewers say

Roku Select Series 55" 4K QLED TV

  • 4.9 / 51,639 ratings

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1,639 ratings, buyers are very positive. They like the picture for the price and the easy Roku interface.

What people mention
  • Picture qualityPraisedBuyers say the 4K QLED picture looks sharp and colorful for the price.
  • Ease of usePraisedOwners find the Roku interface quick to set up and easy to navigate.
  • RemotePraisedThe voice remote is called convenient for finding shows across apps.
  • Refresh rateMixedSome note the 60Hz panel is fine for shows but not for fast gaming.

TCL S4-Series 55" 4K Roku TV

  • 4.5 / 510,128 ratings

Owners rate it highly as a value 4K Roku TV, praising the easy interface and picture for the money. Complaints center on average black levels, limited brightness and weak built-in sound.

What people mention
  • Picture qualityMixedOwners find 4K content sharp and colorful but note blacks and HDR highlights fall short of pricier sets.
  • Roku interfacePraisedReviewers call the Roku home screen fast and easy, with simple input switching and app shortcuts.
  • SoundCriticisedBuilt-in speakers are described as thin, and many buyers add a soundbar.

Questions and answers

Which has the better picture?
The Roku Select Series. Its QLED panel produces more saturated color and higher brightness than the TCL S4's standard LED panel, and it adds HDR10+ on top of HDR10.
Which is better for gaming?
Neither is a gaming TV. Both are 60Hz panels without HDMI 2.1 features, so pick based on inputs: the TCL's four HDMI ports make connecting a console easier.
Do they use the same smart interface?
Yes. Both run Roku TV, so the home screen, app store and search work the same way. The Roku model adds a voice remote; the TCL remote has one-touch channel shortcuts.
Which is more reliable?
The TCL S4 has a much longer track record and over 10,000 owner ratings averaging 4.5. The Roku rates higher at 4.9 but from far fewer owners, so its record is shorter.
Is the Roku worth stepping up to over the TCL?
If you care about color, brightness and HDR10+, yes. If you mainly need extra HDMI ports and a proven budget set, the TCL covers that well.
Which is better for a bright room?
The Roku. QLED panels hold up better in bright rooms than the TCL's standard LED panel, though neither is a high-brightness set.

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Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Siri
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Supported Streaming ServicesNetflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Roku—
Width54.5 in wide—
Network FunctionalitySmart TV, Streaming—
Backlight TechnologyLED—
Display HighlightsHDR, HDR10+—
Display Aspect Ratio16:9—
Menu LanguageSpanish, English, French, German, Portuguese—
HDMI Ports3—
Internet Streaming ServicesNetflix—
Network ConnectivityWi-Fi—
Video InterfaceHDMI—
PC InterfaceHDMI—
Supported Resolutions4K—
TV Tuner TypeClear QAM, ATSC, Digital—
Dimensions43.1 inches (stand width)—
Stand And MountWall Mount—
Design HighlightsBezel-Less Design—
Mount Interface400x300—
Setup
Praised
Owners say it is quick to assemble, mount and connect to Wi-Fi.