Right out of the gate, HDR content looks spectacular. We asked Vizio why and got this response: “Improvements to panel performance and to the local dimming algorithm have allowed for a reduction in dimming zones.” In other words, better processing. Those 100 zones are actually fewer than the 2017 P-series we reviewed, yet contrast seems to have improved.

Full-array backlighting allows for more uniform lighting across the screen than edge-lit displays, and the P-Series’ multiple dimmable zones (100 for the 65-inch, and 120 for the 70-inch), allow the TV to utilize said backlighting to create incredible contrast with minimal “haloing” around bright objects. Inside, the TV is loaded with some of Vizio’s best processing tech, including its Xtreme Black Engine Pro local dimming. Dan Baker/Digital Trends A lot to process Our only gripe here is there are only two HDMI ports on the side, forcing you to dig around in the undercarriage for the remaining three.

Unlike Apple’s penchant for “courageously” gutting features and never looking back, Vizio not only realized a tuner was something viewers wanted, but had the actual courage to implicitly say, “Sorry, we’ll fix it.” Cord cutters who rely on antennas to get their local channels now have more available HDMI ports and less reason to dodge Vizio.Īlong with the TV tuner, Vizio offers a ton of ways to connect, including four HDR-capable HDMI 2.0a inputs and one HDMI 1.4 input (number 5), a hybrid composite/component connection, a USB 3.0 port, both optical digital and analog audio outputs, and an Ethernet port to go along with Wi-Fi connection. We’ve given Vizio plenty of criticism for abandoning TV tuners, so it’s only fair to give credit where credit is due. Fresh out of the wrapping, the P-Series’ new three-sided, bezel-less design feels more premium than last year’s model, while the thinner aluminum feet offer a tad more elegance. While the P65-F1’s 2.7-inch depth is thicker than some premium LED TVs (or cheaper edge-lit models), it lines up with similar offerings from TCL and others. That equates to just over 55 pounds for the TV itself, which is just above average for an LED TV with full-array backlighting, a hallmark of Vizio’s lineup.

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