Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- V505-G9
- SKU:
- 6305315
Rating by feature
- Picture Quality
Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars
- Sound Quality
Rating 4.1 out of 5 stars
- Brightness
Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers find value in the 50" Class V-Series LED 4K UHD SmartCast TV for its excellent picture quality, user-friendly setup, and reasonable price. Many customers rave about the TV's stunning picture quality, while others appreciate the ease of setting it up. The TV's affordability compared to other models in its class is also a major selling point.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Cons mentioned:Remote control
Poor TV
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This TV has given me so many problems since I purchased. The remote chooses when it wants to work. The TV cuts on sometimes and to doesn't. The only way I can get it to work is if I do a hard reset and then it works. Smartcast screen for apps also doesn't work. It takes a while for it to come on the screen. I wouldn't purchase this TV, I would go with a Samsung.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from VIZIOEntertainmentExpert
Posted .Hi Tori, Sorry to hear having issue with the function of the remote control-Suggest power cycling remote-By removing the batteries and press each on the remote control and also aim the remote to the button right corner where your'e TV sensor is located. We also have the Smart Cast Mobile app that you may find in your Google play store or IOS app store.
Can’t set the tv up
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This has seri and it doesn’t respond most of the time . The color is off somewhat if you look at it head on it’s fine but on a angle not too good
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from VIZIOEntertainmentExpert
Posted .Hello Averagejoe, the television should respond to Siri, Google Home and Alexa voice controls. Please reach out to our customer support at 877-878-4946 for assistance with your television voice control. We would love to make sure everything is set up properly.
Not bad picture for the price
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Unfortunately had to buy a couple of time because of fractured pixels. Finally on third buy had them take out of the box and plug in before lugging home.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from VIZIOEntertainmentExpert
Posted .Hello Mil11825, thank you for your feedback.
Defective TV
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought this new Vizio tv (50 inch), but when we tried to install it (professional installer), it worked for about one hour and then froze and would/not could not get it functioning again. Am purchasing another tv and hope that we have better luck this time.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from VIZIOEntertainmentExpert
Posted .Hello Hans, please contact our customer support at 877-878-4946 for assistance with your television.
Got a dud
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is an unfair review because i had to return the tv because it was defective out of the box. That said, i have a larger Vizio in my house and love it.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendIt’s a fair tv for the money.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.There is a bit of a delay when turning the tv on. The color is difficult to adjust to a true color. Yellow/blonde is very bright
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from VIZIOEntertainmentExpert
Posted .Hello StephanieL, At VIZIO we pride ourselves on our highly rated picture quality. To make sure you’re getting the most out of you VIZIO TV, we’d recommend making sure your devices are connected with an HDMI cable, and are set to broadcast in 4K (2160p) or Full HD (1080p). You can also individually adjust your picture settings in the menu. For brighter rooms try using the ‘Calibrated’ setting, for darker rooms try ‘Calibrated Dark’. There are also many internal setting that can be adjusted on color if the included presets do not fit your preferences. If you have any questions about these setting please contact our customer support.
This TV gave me emotional trauma and trust issues
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought this for the luxury of streaming my latest shows and docking my Switch for gaming during this pandemic. The price point and size of this tv were amazing! The reviews were great! The features available on this tv were incredible! WHOOOO BOY. I ordered this via contactless pick up and service was great, but when I had to install this bad boy to my tv stand, attach our docking systems, and connect our direct tv receiver at home-- this tv literally broke my switch internally and it doesn't power on BECAUSE of this tv. Our receiver never connected, and the tv looked really dumb on the stand (I digress but it really added insult to the injury) I called both Best Buy, Geek Squad, and Vizio for support and they ultimately said deal with it or return it :) SO I returned it unhappily. The sound quality of this tv SUCKS and the picture quality is subpar. It felt like I was watching Hulu on a school computer from 2000's. I literally wouldn't wish this buying and installation ordeal on my worst enemy. Do you know how hard it is to replace a switch in these times and find a good cheap tv?
No, I would not recommend this to a friendWas ok for some life shows but more blurry
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Not compatible with Apple could not mirror. Could not transport my Amazon video and Netflix account. Was advised to buy Chrome cast.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from VIZIOEntertainmentExpert
Posted .Hello Karmelo61, Apple Airplay 2 and Homekit support will be coming out this year as it is currently in Beta testing. You should be able to access your Amazon Video and Netflix accounts without any issues. Please contact our customer support at 877-878-4946 for assistance with your television.
Extremely disappointing.
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Purchased this for my mother to replace her old TV. Was assured it could be used without the Smart TV features as she does not have WiFi. It has been nothing but trouble. Randomly shuts down with messages about not finding a connection, and has now been made worse after the cable company installed a new cable box. I wish I could return it for a non "SmartCast" model.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendNice picture
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.the sound quality is not good at all, I have to buy a sound bar but only complaint I have about the TV
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from VIZIOEntertainmentExpert
Posted .Hi Tamii, As televisions continue to have larger screens with thinner profiles and sleeker bezels, there is less room for large speakers. To help get the best audio quality out of your VIZIO televisions speakers, we’ve included settings like DTS Studio Sound to provide the highest performance possible, while maintaining the thin, sleek, bezel-less profile of your television. If you’d like any help adjusting your audio settings feel free to contact VIZIO support at 855-833-3221.
For top of the line audio performance you may also look into purchasing a VIZIO Sound Bar, there are several models available with wireless subwoofers for enhanced bass, rear speakers for true surround sound, and our new line of Atmos Sound Bars.
Not the same
||Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Have bought many vizio TVs prior. This was not the quality I was use to. I returned it.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendremote to small and black no manual,very complicat
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.tooo complicated required pro to set up instuctions on lin and very complicated. model I bought 4 years ago much better
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from VIZIOEntertainmentExpert
Posted .Hello lefty, please contact our customer support at 877-878-4946 for assistance with your television.
good
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.TV works fine. Picture quality is not the best. Good price for spare bedroom TV though.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from VIZIOEntertainmentExpert
Posted .Hi Stix, At VIZIO we pride ourselves on our highly rated picture quality. To make sure you’re getting the most out of you VIZIO TV, we’d recommend making sure your devices are connected with an HDMI cable, and are set to broadcast in 4K (2160p) or Full HD (1080p). You can also individually adjust your picture settings in the menu. For brighter rooms try using the ‘VIVID’ setting, for darker rooms try ‘Calibrated Dark’. If you’d like any assistance adjusting these settings, our customer support team would love to help you dial in the TV to your preference, you can reach them at 877-698-4946.
Connection issues
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sometimes doesn’t connect to the WiFi, but if you turn it off and back on again it works
I would recommend this to a friendNot working properly.
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It was not functioning properly, the apps were not working. It was certified. I could only watch through cable and my blue ray player. Returning it was difficult because no return label available, and could not remove one of the stand legs because the screw was tripped. Could not get anyone on the phone. I sold, losing $100
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from VIZIOEntertainmentExpert
Posted .Hi Tina. If you still have your TV, please call us at (855) 833-3221. VIZIO does have a 1 year manufacturers warranty. Inside of that time, we'll repair or replace the TV at not cost to you. Our apologies if you've already sold the unit.
Good picture
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Had to send back for another one kept resetting and shutting off they got the replacement out quick
I would recommend this to a friendSo far so good
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.So far so good...haven't had it for long but it is good so far. The remote is annoying though
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from VIZIOEntertainmentExpert
Posted .Hello Bjule80, thank you for your feedback it is appreciated.
Very unhappy with the picture
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Supposedly this TV was not rated before and unfortunately it didn't turn out to be a very good TV
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from VIZIOEntertainmentExpert
Posted .Hello Pelon, Thank you for the feedback. A few things that might help you get the kind of picture quality you are looking for. First, make sure the Display is getting a hi-definition or 4K signal. This means making sure that you're source device (like a cable/satellite box) is capable of HD or 4K, and that it's connected to your Display with an HDMI cable that can deliver the HD or 4K picture. You can also change between pre-set picture modes on the display by pressing the PIC button on your remote. This will toggle between a few picture setting that look good in different situations. If your display is in a bright room try Vivid or Calibrated. If it’s in a dimmer room try Calibrated Dark. If you have additional questions please contact our customer support at 877-878-4946 for assistance with your television.
Nice picture but Small remote control
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Difficult to swap between regular TV and installed Apps. Would like on-line instructions.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from VIZIOEntertainmentExpert
Posted .Hello Nonicknamethanks, you can find the users manual for this television in the system menu or on support.vizio.com.
Vizio TV
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Not sure about this TV because the screen came cracked out of the box
I would recommend this to a friend