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Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 233 reviews

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Customers are impressed with the picture quality, black levels, and HDR capabilities of this 50" Vizio TV, frequently citing its excellent value for the price. However, some users have noted issues with the remote control and viewing angles, while others found the casting functionality and upscaling to be less than ideal. The ease of use and brightness were also praised by many. A few customers mentioned concerns about the refresh rate.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    great value for 4K smart TV

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Picture quality is great but setting up the casting thru the android tablet is a bit tricky and cumbersome. Using the APP on the iPhone is still a problem but am able to stream fine using the tablet.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from VIZIOEntertainmentExpert
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      Thanks for your purchase and feedback on the all-new VIZIO SmartCast™ P50-C1. We’re happy to share that we recently made changes to the product setup experience in order to make it easier and more intuitive. Because VIZIO SmartCast™ puts control of the display into your mobile device, we’re now able to make updates much faster and more frequently, right to your VIZIO SmartCast™ app. Some of the recent changes include better iPhone support and support for pairing your mobile device to the display, easier picture calibration and faster boot up time. Your SmartCast™ model is compatible with iPhones having iOS version 8.0 or higher. We realize this is brand new technology and it takes some time to get used to it. That’s why we’re committed to continuous improvement which is going to make VIZIO SmartCast™ the best streaming experience and easiest way to control your display from anywhere in your home. If you have any questions or concerns, we encourage you to reach out to our Support team at 844.254.8088. – DJ VIZIO

  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great tv remote needs work

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This TV is a great value, picture is clear. The tablet remote is a novel concept, the Android remote app is weak at the moment but is improving.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from VIZIOEntertainmentExpert
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      Thanks for your purchase and feedback on the all-new VIZIO SmartCast™ P50-C1. We’re happy to share that we recently made changes to the product setup experience in order to make it easier and more intuitive. Because VIZIO SmartCast™ puts control of the display into your mobile device, we’re now able to make updates much faster and more frequently, right to your VIZIO SmartCast™ app. We are constantly updating the application to make the user experience as easy and better as possible! We realize this is brand new technology and it takes some time to get used to it. That’s why we’re committed to continuous improvement which is going to make VIZIO SmartCast™ the best streaming experience and easiest way to control your display from anywhere in your home. If you have any questions or concerns, we encourage you to reach out to our Support team at 844.254.8088. – DJ VIZIO

  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    It's only ok

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    So i picked this tv up based almost entirely off of reviews online, cnet, rting, user reviews etc. then i saw the vizio prepared 4k demo video at the store, and it looked good. i took it home, hooked it up, and it looked ok, not good, not great. i bought this the first weekend in october so i had playoff baseball, football and preseason hockey to check it out , along with regular programming and streaming services and bluray movies. for baseball it looked good, for football, only ok, for hockey, i don't recommend. regular tv, ok, for bluray good, for 4k streaming excellent, video games ok at best. the sound, ugh, ok none of the flat panel tv's actually sound good, but this one sounds like listening through a tin can, it's terrible, flat out terrible. i had it hooked up through a soundbar with a sub-woofer that doubles as my home stereo, and sure, when not listening to the speakers it's ok, but having the option either late at night, or early in the morning of not having to listen through the stereo appeals to me, and this tv's performance in this area was completely unacceptable. in summation for regular tv watching, it's ok, not as good as my old 37 inch samsung, for sports vewing, by and large, not good, nowhere near as good as my old 37 inch samsung, for movies, it's good, when playing a game from my old ps3, not very good, for what you pay for this television, it's a small increase to jump to suhd 49 inch samsung, which is what i ultimately did, and you end up getting a significantly better television. don't waste your money on this, either spend less and get a lower end samsung or sony, or drop a little more and get a higher end samsung or sony, and you'll be much much happier.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from VIZIOEntertainmentExpert
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      Thanks for your purchase and feedback. There are numerous audio and video settings which can be adjusted. Feel free to contact us at 844.254.8088 and we would be happy to help you with this. -Randal VIZIO

  • Cons mentioned:
    Remote

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great deal on open-box TV

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I got this TV for over $300 less than normal because it was open box. Other than missing the Android tablet remote, I noticed no other issues with it, and it has worked great since.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Black levels

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Loving the smart tablet

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am able to sit and program my tablet so I do not get up to turn on, or off, or change the program that I am watching from my recliner, color is excellent

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Upscaling

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent Picture, with sub-par sound

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Although this TV is a little subpar for sound and upscaling, it does an amazing job of upscaling HD content to UHD, and that shouldn't put you off from purchasing this TV if you get the chance. Most UHD TVs need a soundbar anyhow, but this one makes you want one sooner...

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I love it

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The picture quality is beyond great, performance is amazing its just as perfect as the description describes it. Vizio outdid themselves. The only downside is the app jitters sometimes but they lived up to their promises they have been releasing updates and its already way more stable.

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

    Best Picture for the $$$

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Absolutely happy with my TV. I purchased the Vizio P 50" on Black Friday online. Received the TV from Bestbuy within 3 days (shipping was free). I did a lot of research on TVs and all of it led to the back to the Vizio P Series. The picture quality and contrast are superb. It's also only one of two TV brands that support both HDR10- and Dolby Vision. Both of which look amazing. The content is sparse now but it's a good way to future proof your TV. My only "complaint" is the use of a tablet for the majority of controls and casting. However, if you're buying this TV I'd recommend getting the Roku Premier+ to take full advantage of the HDR/Dolby Vision content. The tablet can cast it but the Roku is the best addition to any home theater. ADVICE - ignore "brand name" It's mostly just marketing jargon that drives up the cost. Vizio produces some of the best TVs regardless of cost. They also just happen to be more affordable.

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

    Awesome tv

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    the setup is a little tricky at first but once you get past that! this tv is awesome I've never been happier with a purchase from Best Buy.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Nice, but could be better

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased this tv because it was rated the "best gaming tv for under $1000". At first I thought the tablet remote was a gimmick, but is actually quite useful. Frame rate and image a absolutely gorgeous. Color is extremely fine tune-able. Thin bezel seems metal, feet definitely are metal. Cons: HDR doesn't work with Xbox one S "yet". Vizio claims they're working on an update. Speakers aren't that great, but it issss called a "home theatre display". If you can afford it, get the 65". Same exact tv but 120Hz. The 55" has a different screen than the rest of the lineup.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Excellent 50" monitor with few drawbacks

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Probably the best picture quality I've seen from a 50" LCD monitor. I say monitor because this unit has no built in TV tuner, which may be an issue for some. The Smartcast feature and included tablet are an innovative step toward networked integration. However, the tablet depends a dependable wi-fi signal to "cast" streaming services such as Netflix and Hulu to the monitor. Unfortunately, even with a consistent and strong signal, the tablet randomly drops its connection and has to be reset. Other than those two minor complaints, this is still a great monitor for the money.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from VIZIOEntertainmentExpert
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      Thanks for your purchase and feedback on the all-new VIZIO SmartCast™ P50-C1. We’re happy to share that we recently made changes to the product setup experience in order to make it easier and more intuitive. Because VIZIO SmartCast™ puts control of the display into your mobile device, we’re now able to make updates much faster and more frequently, right to your VIZIO SmartCast™ app. Some of the recent changes include better iPhone support and support for pairing your mobile device to the display, easier picture calibration and faster boot up time. Your SmartCast™ model is compatible with IPhones having iOS version 8.0 or higher. We realize this is brand new technology and it takes some time to get used to it. That’s why we’re committed to continuous improvement which is going to make VIZIO SmartCast™ the best streaming experience and easiest way to control your display from anywhere in your home. If you have any questions or concerns, we encourage you to reach out to our Support team at 844.254.8088.-Lexie VIZIO

  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    great tv

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love the TV. good size screen. Has a good price tag for that size compared to the others i look at. I do not like to remote, its like a tablet.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    very good set

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The vizio tv has a very good picture. It did take time to work thru setting up the set but overall I am pleased with the set.

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

    Still a great TV

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I wrote a review for the p50-c1 over a month ago, and I'm happy to report it's still living up to the five star rating I gave it then. The only change I would make to my review is that I wouldn't buy this model if you were going to sit off access by more than 25 degrees off center because the colors do wash out a bit beyond that viewing angle. However, I've read the 55-inch version uses an IPS screen, so that might be a better option for anyone who regularly watches TV way off access.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great tv and features!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent 4k tv works great connected to pc and xbox one. Tablet is nice as well. So far no issues and i really enjoy it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great tv for the price

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Definitely does the trick. Excellent for watching streaming movies. Looking forward to watching football games on it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing TV

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    People think just because vizio tv are cheap they're bad. But this is definitely the best 4K tv in 2016 for the price hands down and up there with many Samsung 4K tvs in trems of quality.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Hdr

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing value!!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Can't go wrong with this 4K TV. It has Dolby Vision, HDR10 and has full back lit LED panel for amazing blacks. Low Lag for gaming, and It's awesome for PC monitor. Vizio has a hit here.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Astounding TV

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is the best television I have ever purchased. I went with it over a 1080p LED TV. The blacks a perfect crisp picture and despite other reviews I like the tablet remote.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Picture quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great TV

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

    Bought this as a display, but I've got to say great buy for the money! Associate even threw in a remote they had lying around.

    I would recommend this to a friend