- Which has the better picture, the TCL S4 or the Hisense QD5?
- The Hisense QD5. Its QLED layer produces wider color and higher brightness than the TCL S4's standard LED panel. The TCL counters with HDR10+ support, which helps on HDR10+ titles but does not close the panel gap.
- Is the Hisense QD5 worth it over the cheaper TCL?
- The Hisense is actually the cheaper one: $179.99 at Best Buy versus $228.00 at Walmart as of November 6, 2026. You give up two HDMI ports and HDR10+ to save $48 and get a better panel.
- Which is better for gaming?
- Neither is a gaming TV. Both are 60 Hz panels without HDMI 2.1 or variable refresh rate listed. The TCL's four HDMI ports make it easier to keep a console connected alongside other devices.
- Do both use Roku?
- Yes. Both run Roku TV, so the home screen, remote and app selection are the same. Your choice comes down to panel, ports and price, not the interface.
- Which lasts longer?
- There is no published lifespan figure for either. The TCL S4 has a much larger track record at 4.4 of 5 from 68,402 ratings; the Hisense QD5 is newer with few ratings, so its long-term reliability is less proven.
- Which is easier to mount?
- The TCL S4 lists a 200 x 200 VESA pattern and weighs 22.5 lb, so it is easy to hang on a standard bracket. Hisense does not publish a VESA pattern for the QD5 here, so check the box before buying a mount.
