SmartCast TV interface is clunky, No TV tuner, Poor off-axis performance
For those who value excellent picture performance first and foremost, absolutely. Vizio's M-series is an affordable way to jump into stunning 4K HDR resolution in style.Update: Updated to clarify that the M65-EO panel is a 60Hz panel with motion enhanceme...
the VIZIO M50-E1 is a great value, especially when you want to watch 4K HDR content. You won't be able to find a better TV at this price, considering all the premium features it is offering. We at TechWalls highly recommend the product...
Outstanding value-priced HDR 4K UHD display, XHDR Plus feature adds Dolby Vision and HDR10 support, Xtreme Black Engine Plus utilizes 32 local dimming zones, Features integrated Google Chromecast Ultra, Over 1-thousand compatible apps to ‘cast' media fro
TV tuner required to connect external antenna for over air broadcasts, Lacks coaxial cable connection, Wide stand profile limits installation locations
2017 VIZIO SmartCast M-series home theater displays are built around a 4K ultra high-definition resolution that display over a billion colors in high dynamic range. So in terms of performance, the VIZIO SmartCast M50-E1 tested for this review offered an i...
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Published: 2017-11-07, Author: David , review by: cnet.com
The affordable Vizio M-Series has better overall picture quality than anything else at its price, and in some ways outperforms even more expensive TVs. It can handle both HDR10 and Dolby Vision high-dynamic-range formats. The Chromecast built-in system of
Not as bright as some competitors. No built-in tuner, so you can't watch over-the-air antenna broadcasts unless you attach a separate tuner. Mediocre external design and poor smart TV onscreen menus. Only one HDMI input is compatible with every 4K HDR sou
The Vizio M-Series remains the best choice for mainstream budgets that prioritize image quality over everything else...
The 50-inch unit replaced our older 1080p HD 55-inch Samsung and we've not missed that five inches of screen. We were happy to trade off the display size for Google intelligence and a 4K picture.We found that the internal Chromecast and Assistant was more...
Amazing price for a 4K HDR-capable display, lots of "smart" options make it feel like a true home theater display, not just a TV,
Utilitarian style, slow startup, wide footprint, some popular video sources missing from both builtin and smartphone apps
There's just no other way to say this: the M50-E1 is a great deal! Given its $600 retail price, it packs in tons of features, including a variety of ways to enjoy streaming content, aided by a user-friendly interface that puts streaming content front and...
Published: 2017-09-26, Author: Paul , review by: technabob.com
VIZIO has knocked it out of the park with the M50-E1 SmartCast 4K HDR Home Theater Display. Its picture quality, app flexibility, and great pricing makes it a fantastic choice if you're looking for a new television for any room. For those interested in...
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Published: 2017-09-05, Author: Will , review by: pcmag.com
Strong contrast, Good HDR color range and accuracy, Improved SmartCast platform with remote and on-screen interface,
On-screen and remote-based SmartCast apps and services are limited, Calibrated picture mode isn't as accurate at it should be
Vizio's M-series of 4K TVs combines excellent picture quality with reasonable pricing for a very compelling value...
