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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 1252 reviews

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  • Picture Quality

    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

  • Sound Quality

    Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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87%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers regard the 40" Class S3 S-Class LED Full HD Smart TV with Google TV (2023) highly for its excellent picture and sound quality, ease of use, and attractive price. Many appreciate the Google TV platform and the straightforward setup process. However, some users experienced challenges with the remote control's usability and occasional issues with volume control and app performance. While some found the operating system satisfactory, others expressed preferences for alternative systems.

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  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    With Full HD resolution (1080p), the TV offers a c

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The 40-inch TCL S3 is a great choice for those looking for a Smart TV with modern features and an affordable price. The interface is fluid and easy to use, with access to a wide range of popular apps such as Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, Disney+, and more.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Enjoyable tv

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Glad I purchased this tv. Color is great, perfect for my bedroom. The setting on volume is great, don't have to press remote all the way up to get correct volume.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from TCLExpert
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      Hi CherylT,

      Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We're thrilled that you are enjoying your TV thus far! At TCL, we are committed to delivering premium products with world-class customer experience. We hope you continue to have a great experience and explore more of the great features our TVs have to offer. Enjoy!

      Thank you,

      Sara
      TCL Customer Support

  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great picture

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I had a 32 inch and upgraded to this 40 inch.. great picture and lots of inputs

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from TCLExpert
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      Hi U45812,

      Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We're thrilled that you are enjoying your TV thus far! Our TVs are designed and engineered to have a quick and easy setup, be user friendly, and provide a great viewing experience. We hope you continue to have a great experience and explore more of the great features our TVs have to offer. Enjoy!

      Thank you,

      Sara
      TCL Customer Support

  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Review

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    TV goal achieved. Thanks to Best Buy for helping fine a perfect TV for my home. Great price and great quality

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from TCLExpert
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      Hi LesslyT,

      Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We're thrilled that you are enjoying your TV thus far! At TCL, we are committed to delivering premium products with world-class customer experience. We hope you continue to have a great experience and explore more of the great features our TVs have to offer. Enjoy!

      Thank you,

      Sara
      TCL Customer Support

  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Chopper85

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    40 inch screen is perfect and a marked improvement over previous set. I’m extremely pleased with my purchase and the fair price that I paid

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from TCLExpert
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      Hi Eastender50,

      Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We're thrilled that you are enjoying your TV thus far! Our TVs are designed and engineered to have a quick and easy setup, be user friendly, and provide a great viewing experience. We hope you continue to have a great experience and explore more of the great features our TVs have to offer. Enjoy!

      Thank you,

      Sara
      TCL Customer Support

  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good mid-size TV for smaller houses

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It's a good purchase. Good picture quality and easy to setup.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from TCLExpert
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      Hi Prakash,

      Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We're thrilled that you are enjoying your TV thus far! Our TVs are designed and engineered to have a quick and easy setup, be user friendly, and provide a great viewing experience. We hope you continue to have a great experience and explore more of the great features our TVs have to offer. Enjoy!

      Thank you,

      Sara
      TCL Customer Support

  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great tv

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great tv for a great price. Have an Apple TV plugged in and works well

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from TCLExpert
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      Hi JakeW,

      Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We're thrilled that you are enjoying your TV thus far! Our TVs are designed and engineered to have a quick and easy setup, be user friendly, and provide a great viewing experience. We hope you continue to have a great experience and explore more of the great features our TVs have to offer. Enjoy!

      Thank you,

      Sara
      TCL Customer Support

  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    TV purchase

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Awesome quality for the price. The ease of pickup in store was one of the reasons I purchased the TV. All of my experiences with Best Buy have been awesome.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good for kids who dont game

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very basic google OS is OK. But roku is more user friendly. Kids love it better than the 32 inch it replaces.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from TCLExpert
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      Hi Punklux,

      Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We hope that you are enjoying your TV thus far! We are always looking for ways to improve, and your feedback is greatly appreciated! If you need any assistance please contact us at [email protected] with your contact information and a description of what you need help with. Someone will get back to you as soon as they can. Enjoy!

      Thank you,

      Sara
      TCL Customer Support

  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    TLC TV

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great tv for my 13 yr old daughter hanged perfectly on the wall and cleat HD picture

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from TCLExpert
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      Hi JuanG,

      Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We're thrilled that your daughter is enjoying the TV thus far! Our TVs are designed and engineered to have a quick and easy setup, be user friendly, and provide a great viewing experience. We hope she continues to have a great experience and explores more of the great features our TVs have to offer. Enjoy!

      Thank you,

      Sara
      TCL Customer Support

  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    TLC

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love my smart TV in my room the tv perfectly fine and I got to watch movies and play my Xbox series X system on my smart tv

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from TCLExpert
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      We appreciate you posting your thoughtful review. We hope that your new TCL TV helps you immerse yourself in whatever content you choose to watch or play! Sincerely, Brandon TCL Customer Support

  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    good tv

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It was very good I really liked it and it was good

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from TCLExpert
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      Hi Darpool,

      Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We're thrilled that you are enjoying your TV thus far! At TCL, we are committed to delivering premium products with world-class customer experience. We hope you continue to have a great experience and explore more of the great features our TVs have to offer. Enjoy!

      Thank you,

      Sara
      TCL Customer Support

  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Tcl

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It is a very good tv with better quality and image

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from TCLExpert
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      Hi RafaelernestoA,

      Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We're thrilled that you are enjoying your TV thus far! At TCL, we are committed to delivering premium products with world-class customer experience. We hope you continue to have a great experience and explore more of the great features our TVs have to offer. Enjoy!

      Thank you,

      Sara
      TCL Customer Support

  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Tv's

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The best you could ask for on TCL TV own 5 of them

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from TCLExpert
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      Hi BruceCox,

      Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We're thrilled that you are enjoying your TV thus far! At TCL, we are committed to delivering premium products with world-class customer experience. We hope you continue to have a great experience and explore more of the great features our TVs have to offer. Enjoy!

      Thank you,

      Sara
      TCL Customer Support

  • Pros mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Tv

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It's It's a Nice TV practic in good size to watch In The kitchen or anywhere

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from TCLExpert
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      Hi Onofre,

      Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We're thrilled that you are enjoying your TV thus far! Our TVs are designed and engineered to have a quick and easy setup, be user friendly, and provide a great viewing experience. We hope you continue to have a great experience and explore more of the great features our TVs have to offer. Enjoy!

      Thank you,

      Sara
      TCL Customer Support

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Guest room TV

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy to use and a great tv for the guest bedroom. Happy with my purchase.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from TCLExpert
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      Hi Skywalker,

      Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We're thrilled that you are enjoying your TV thus far! Our TVs are designed and engineered to have a quick and easy setup, be user friendly, and provide a great viewing experience. We hope you continue to have a great experience and explore more of the great features our TVs have to offer. Enjoy!

      Thank you,

      Sara
      TCL Customer Support

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great TV

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy for seniors to connect and operate. We have 2!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from TCLExpert
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      Hi BrigidaA,

      Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We're thrilled that you are enjoying your TV thus far! Our TVs are designed and engineered to have a quick and easy setup, be user friendly, and provide a great viewing experience. We hope you continue to have a great experience and explore more of the great features our TVs have to offer. Enjoy!

      Thank you,

      Sara
      TCL Customer Support

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very happy with our television. The color is just amazing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from TCLExpert
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      Hi JodiSelah,

      Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We're thrilled that you are enjoying your TV thus far! At TCL, we are committed to delivering premium products with world-class customer experience. We hope you continue to have a great experience and explore more of the great features our TVs have to offer. Enjoy!

      Thank you,

      Sara
      TCL Customer Support

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good tv

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Reallt great tv. Google home operating system could be better, but you can change the launcher.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great TV, better price!

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Really nice TV for the price. Perfect for the office.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from TCLExpert
      Posted .

      Hi ChrisB,

      Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We're thrilled that you are enjoying your TV thus far! At TCL, we are committed to delivering premium products with world-class customer experience. We hope you continue to have a great experience and explore more of the great features our TVs have to offer. Enjoy!

      Thank you,

      Sara
      TCL Customer Support

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