Which is better for gaming?

The Samsung M80H. Its 144 Hz refresh rate and Mini-LED backlight handle fast motion and bright highlights better than the TCL S4's 60 Hz standard LED panel.

Is the Samsung worth the extra money?

If you game or watch a lot of HDR content, yes. The Mini-LED backlight and 144 Hz panel are real upgrades. For casual streaming and broadcast TV, the TCL S4 covers the basics at a lower price.

Which has the easier smart TV interface?

The TCL S4 with Roku TV. Its home screen is simple and the remote has about half the buttons of a traditional one. Tizen on the Samsung offers more features but takes more navigating.

Neither maker publishes a lifespan figure. The Samsung has the higher rating, 4.7 versus 4.4, but from 552 ratings against 68,402 for the TCL, so the TCL's score is more settled.

How do the prices compare?

The TCL S4 ranged from $313.99 on October 31 to $399.99 on October 30. No current price was given for the Samsung M80H, so check its live price before deciding.

Which has more HDMI ports?

The TCL S4, with 4 HDMI inputs versus 3 on the Samsung M80H.

TCL 55” Class S4 4K UHD HDR Smart TV with Roku TV vs Samsung 55" Class M80H Series Mini LED 4K UHD Samsung Vision AI Smart Tizen TV (2026)

The Samsung M80H is the better TV for most people: Mini-LED backlighting, a 144 Hz panel and a much higher rating make it a stronger picture and gaming set. The TCL S4 is the budget pick, and its price history shows it swinging from $399.99 on October 30 to $313.99 on October 31, so it is worth waiting for a dip. No current price was given for the Samsung, so compare its live price against the TCL's recent low before deciding.

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