TCL 32" Class 720P HD LED Roku Smart TV 3 Series 32S331
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Our take on the TCL 32" Class 720P HD LED Roku Smart TV 3 Series 32S331
The TCL 3 Series 32S331 is a 32-inch 720p HD LED TV running the Roku smart platform. Its appeal is simplicity: the Roku home screen puts streaming apps, the antenna tuner, and HDMI devices on one grid, and the basic remote has few buttons. It has three HDMI 1.4a inputs, dual-band Wi-Fi, and a built-in tuner for free over-the-air channels. Against rivals it trades picture quality for ease of use: 720p on a 32-inch screen is fine for a bedroom or kitchen but soft next to 1080p sets, and it lacks the brighter panels and HDR of step-up models. It suits second rooms, dorms, and cord-cutters on a budget more than movie buffs.
- Roku interface puts apps, inputs, and antenna TV on one screen
- Three HDMI inputs for a console, cable box, and streamer
- Dual-band Wi-Fi for steadier streaming
- Built-in tuner for free over-the-air HD channels
- Simple remote with few buttons
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What reviewers say
Owners of TCL's 3 Series generally treat it as a cheap, easy second TV. They like the Roku software and the simple setup, and accept the picture as good enough for casual viewing. Complaints center on the 720p panel, weak sound, and average black levels.
- Picture qualityMixedOwners call the 720p picture fine for casual viewing but soft compared with 1080p sets.
- Roku interfacePraisedReviewers find the Roku home screen and remote simple to set up and use.
- SoundCriticisedBuilt-in speakers are described as thin, with many owners adding a soundbar.
Questions and answers
- Is 720p good enough on a 32-inch TV?
- At normal viewing distance in a bedroom or kitchen, 720p looks acceptable. Up close or next to a 1080p set, text and fine detail look softer.
- Does it need a streaming stick?
- No. Roku is built in, with apps for major streaming services plus the antenna tuner and HDMI inputs on one home screen.
- Can I watch free over-the-air channels?
- Yes. The built-in tuner picks up local broadcast channels with an antenna, no cable subscription needed.
- How many devices can I connect?
- There are three HDMI 1.4a inputs, one with ARC, plus the antenna input. That covers a console, a cable box, and a streamer at once.
- Does it support HDR or a higher refresh rate?
- No. It is a standard 720p 60Hz panel without HDR, so step-up models are better for HDR movies and gaming.
- Will I need a soundbar?
- For casual news and sitcoms the speakers are adequate. For movies or music, most owners add a soundbar or speakers.
