E65-C3by Vizio

TECHWALLA

VERDICT

A solid product. Despite some flaws, it's still a good value.

78^%

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PROS

With the E65-C3, Vizio brings a high-end feature--full array local dimming--to an affordable, entry-level TV.
Vizio's app menu provides a solid selection of streaming options.
Minimal motion blur makes the E65-C3 a good option for games.

CONS

Spotty audio performance makes an external sound system or sound bar a must.
While the E65-C3 is capable of displaying deep blacks, shadow detail is just average.
Vizio's involuntary software updates can be a source of annoyance.

At just under a grand, the E65-C3 is priced right for a 65-inch smart HDTV that has full-array local dimming and a satisfying selection of apps. Performance-wise, Vizio’s set has impressive screen uniformity, contrast, and accurate color, though its handling of shadow detail could stand some improvement. The E65-C3’s audio performance is considerably less impressive, but that’s a problem that can be easily addressed by adding an external sound bar or speaker system.

78^%

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Price Watch

LIST PRICE
$999
$1,899.99Buy


Name	E65-C3	KDL-50W800C	E55-C1/C2	55LF6300 LED	KDL-65W850C LED
Manufacturer	Vizio	Sony	Vizio	LG	Sony
Techwalla Score	78^%	80^%	80^%	80^%	80^%
List Price	$999	$1100	$700	$800	$1300

90^%

Picture quality is definitely sufficient for the price, and I haven't even had time to tweak it manually yet. My first issue is minor, and i…

Picture quality is definitely sufficient for the price, and I haven't even had time to tweak it manually yet. My first issue is minor, and it is that it does not support a 5.0GHz wireless band, which is what I like to use for my streaming devices.

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84^%

The E-series certainly doesn't compete with a plasma or OLED display in terms of picture depth and color, but it's a clear winner when it co…

The E-series certainly doesn't compete with a plasma or OLED display in terms of picture depth and color, but it's a clear winner when it comes to picture quality and screen space for the price.

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80^%

Vizio's E series is a tremendous value, and its picture quality, style and features are robust enough to please just about everybody. This T…

Vizio's E series is a tremendous value, and its picture quality, style and features are robust enough to please just about everybody. This TV doesn't have 4K resolution and the future-proofy feeling that goes along with it, but its price is so low, you'll probably be able to afford a larger size with the savings over a 4K model.

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75^%

Because of the low price and the overall strong gaming performance, this is one of our favorite 1080p gaming TVs of this year.

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70^%

Its most noteworthy feature is its full-array LED backlighting, which divides the screen into 12 separate zones that can be dynamically dimm…

Its most noteworthy feature is its full-array LED backlighting, which divides the screen into 12 separate zones that can be dynamically dimmed or brightened. It generally makes for better contrast, particularly in scenes with both dark and bright elements.

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70^%

I like its classy, streamlined look, as well as the no-nonsense Vizio Internet Apps Plus interface that mostly just feeds you, well, apps. O…

I like its classy, streamlined look, as well as the no-nonsense Vizio Internet Apps Plus interface that mostly just feeds you, well, apps. On the performance side, the E65-C3’s excellent screen uniformity, deep blacks, and accurate color are all big pluses.

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