CNET Editors' Rating
4 out of 5 stars.
The good
The affordable Vizio M series has excellent overall picture quality that competes well against even more expensive TVs. It can handle both high-dynamic-range formats. The remote is a fully functional Android tablet. The Google Cast system offers more apps and frequent updates than many dedicated smart-TV systems.
The bad
Using the tablet for settings and streaming apps is often more of a hassle than traditional onscreen menus. No built-in tuner, so you can't watch over-the-air antenna broadcasts unless you attach a separate tuner.
The bottom line
Despite the inconvenience of its tablet-based menus and apps, the Vizio M series' excellent image quality and value make it a top choice for the price.
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OVERALL
The overall rating is 8.5 out of 10.
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Design rating is 7.0 out of 10.
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Features rating is 8.0 out of 10.
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Value rating is 10.0 out of 10.
VIZIO SmartCast™ M-Series - Designed to Captivate.
Introducing the all-new VIZIO SmartCast™ M-Series™ Ultra HD HDR Home Theater Display™. Part of the VIZIO SmartCast collection with Chromecast built-in, the M-Series features a powerful 6” Android™ tablet remote, and stunning picture of High Dynamic Range. What you love won’t change, but how you experience it will never be the same again.
More Depth and Contrast than Ever.
Discover a world of new depth and contrast with the enriched brightness and vibrance of VIZIO HDR.
The Next Generation of Local Dimming.
M-Series raises the bar with 64 Active LED Zones®. This advanced innovation dynamically adjusts your screen’s backlight to adapt to the content on-screen to deliver incomparable contrast levels, sharper details and the deepest, purest black levels.
The All-New VIZIO SmartCast™ - More Ways To Discover. More Ways To Play.
Everything you love about VIZIO SmartCast just got smarter. VIZIO SmartCast TVSM launches apps directly from the big screen, and SmartCast Mobile™ allows you to browse and control your favorite content directly from your smartphone.
All-New VIZIO SmartCast TV℠.
Starting to roll out now on 2016 M-Series1. SmartCast TV℠ features apps like Netflix and Amazon Video directly on the big screen for simple access to your favorite TV shows, movies and music.
SmartCast TV℠ Remote.
In order to get the most out of this new experience with your display, VIZIO recommends the XRT136 remote control. The new 2017 VIZIO SmartCast TV℠ Remote makes it easy to browse and stream shows right from the big screen.
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SmartCast Mobile™.
Download VIZIO SmartCast Mobile™ to turn your phone into a powerful touchscreen remote with access to even more apps. Simply tap to stream content to the big screen.
Chromecast Built-In.
Every VIZIO SmartCast display has Chromecast built-in. Download and access thousands of Chromecast-enabled apps on your mobile device and stream right to your display.
Powerful Android™ Tablet Remote
VIZIO SmartCast™ brings together your favorite entertainment into one simple experience. Discover, cast and control TV shows, movies, music and more on your M-Series Display from your VIZIO SmartCast™ Tablet Remote.
Browse and play content with simple tap, swipe and voice-based controls using the VIZIO SmartCast app that's pre-installed on the 6" Android tablet remote included in every VIZIO SmartCast M-Series Ultra HD Home Theater Display.
8Gb storage
720p HD
Quad-Core processor
Wireless charging dock
Download the VIZIO SmartCast App to turn your own smartphone or tablet into a powerful remote.
All the apps you know and love.
With chromecast built-in, experience endless entertainment. Discover a range of free, subscription of paid content from thousands of apps.
200,000 +
TV Shows & Movies
Connect your device to the same Wifi network.
Open a Chromecast-enabled app.
Tap the Cast button to send content to your VIZIO SmartCast™ device.
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How to Set Up your VIZIO SmartCast™ Tablet Remote
How to Set Up from your Mobile Device
How to Cast to Your VIZIO SmartCast™ Display
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How to Search for Content in the VIZIO SmartCast™ App
VIZIO SmartCast™ M-Series Display Unboxing
Premium Design
Featuring refined metals, cast aluminum calibrated legs and a thinner minimal profile, the VIZIO M-Series form factor exhibits a light and elegant presence.
Simple Setup
Included HDMI Cable.VIZIO SmartCast
™ M-Series Displays include an HDMI cable in the box, along with four HDMI ports to connect Cable/Satellite boxes, Bluray/DVD players, Gaming Consoles and Computers.
The VIZIO SmartCast™ M-Series Ultra HD Home Theater Display is now tuner-free. Most households commonly stream or watch live TV from cable and satellite boxes – neither of which requires a tuner, so you shouldn’t notice any differences in setup.
Now if you use an external antenna to watch free local channels, you will need to get a separate tuner adapter to connect your antenna to your display.
Simply use your voice to control your display with Google Home.
VIZIO SmartCast™ works with the Google Assistant on devices like Google Home. Stream Netflix, YouTube and more with ease. Play, pause or turn up the volume all without lifting a finger.
1. VIZIO SmartCast TV is now rolling out to 2016 E-Series, M-Series and P-Series SmartCast displays.
2. Actual remote and remote apps may vary.
The third-party applications referenced here may only be available in certain countries and languages, may require additional fees or subscription charges, and may be subject to future updates, modifications, interruption and/or discontinuation of service without notice. App services featured on the included IR remote may not be available in all regions. VIZIO assumes no responsibility for such applications and content. 4K or HDR availability varies by app and may be subject to subscription fees, internet service, and device capabilities. Additional third party terms, conditions and restrictions apply.
Hulu is only available in the United States. Content may not be available in 4K resolution. 4K HDR availability subject to your Netflix subscription plan, Internet service, device capabilities, and content availability.
Designed to Captivate
Introducing the VIZIO SmartCast M-Series Ultra HD HDR Home Theater Display. Part of the VIZIO SmartCast collection with Google Cast built-in, the M-Series features a powerful 6" Android tablet remote, and stunning picture of High Dynamic Range. What you love won't change, but how you experience it will never be the same again.
More Depth and Contrast than Ever
Discover a world of new depth and contrast with the enriched brightness and vibrance of VIZIO HDR.
Experience HDR and Dolby Vision
Don't miss your favorite movie titles in UHD now for purchase or rent on VUDU.
The Next Generation of Local Dimming
M-Series raises the bar with 64 Active LED Zones. This advanced innovation dynamically adjusts your screen's backlight to adapt to the content on-screen to deliver incomparable contrast levels, sharper details and the deepest, purest black levels.
Experience VIZIO SmartCast - A Whole New Way to Watch
VIZIO SmartCast brings together your favorite entertainment into one simple experience. Discover, cast and control TV shows, movies, music and more on your M-Series Display from your VIZIO SmartCast Tablet Remote.
Powerful Android Tablet Remote
Browse and play content with simple tap, swipe and voice-based controls using the VIZIO SmartCast app that's pre-installed on the 6" Android tablet remote included in every VIZIO SmartCast M-Series Ultra HD Home Theater Display.
- 8GB Storage
- 720p HD
- Quad-Core Processor
- Wireless Charging Dock
VIZIO SmartCast App
No more sitting through endlessly scrolling guides or jumping between apps to find what you want. With the SmartCast app, you can see what's playing from multiple apps all at once. Then just tap to cast it to the big screen.
Cast From 1000+ Apps You Already Know and Love
All VIZIO SmartCast products have Google Cast built-in - the same technology behind Chromecast - which allows you to cast your favorite content from your phone to your TV / Display or speakers. Mirror your Android phone screen or Google chrome browser. Multi-task without interrupting what's casting to the M-Series or draining your mobile device's battery. Play games on the big screen while using your mobile screen as a game controller.
Premium Design
Featuring refined metals, cast aluminum calibrated legs and a thinner minimal profile, the VIZIO M-Series form factor exhibits a light and elegant presence.
Included HDMI Cable
VIZIO SmartCast M-Series Displays include an HDMI cable in the box, along with four HDMI ports to connect Cable/Satellite boxes, Bluray/DVD players, Gaming Consoles and Computers.
Tuner-Free Display
The VIZIO SmartCast M-Series Ultra HD Home Theater Display is now tuner-free. Most households commonly stream or watch live TV from cable and satellite boxes - neither of which requires a tuner, so you shouldn't notice any differences in setup.
Now if you use an external antenna to watch free local channels, you will need to get a separate tuner adapter to connect your antenna to your display.
Key Specifications
- Class Size: 70"
- Screen Size (Diag.): 69.5"
- Panel Type: VA
- Smart Platform: VIZIO SmartCast w/ Google Cast Built-in
- High Dynamic Range: Yes w/ Dolby Vision
- Resolution: Ultra HD - 3840x2160
- UHD Upscale Engine: Spatial Scaling Engine
- UHD Picture Processor: VM50 Engine
- Display Processor: V8 Octa-Core Processor
- Backlight Type: Full-Array LED
- Local Dimming: Yes with Active LED Zones x64
- Clear Action: 720
- Built-in Wi-Fi: Yes, 802.11ac Dual Band
- UHD Codec Support: HEVC (H.265), VP9
- Bluetooth: 4.1 LE
Tablet Remote
- Screen Size: 6" Android Tablet Remote
- Resolution: 720p
- Storage Memory: 8gb
- Processor: Quad-Core
- Audio: Dual Stereo Speakers
- Microphone: Yes
- Accessories: Wireless Charging Dock, USB Power Cable
HDMI Inputs
- HDMI Ports: 5 (2 side; 3 down)
- Version: Port 1 supports: v2.0; Ports 2-5 supports: v1.4
- HDMI 1 Tech Specs: 600MHz pixel clock rate: 2160p @ 60fps, 4:4:4, 8-bit; 2160p @ 60fps, 4:2:2, 12-bit; 2160p @ 60fps, 4:2:0, 12-bit
- HDMI 2-4 Tech Specs: 340MHz pixel clock rate: 2160 @ 60fps 4:2:0 8 bit
- HDMI 5 Tech Specs: 370MHz pixel clock rate: 2160p @ 60fps, 4:2:2, 8-bit; 2160p @ 60fps, 4:2:0, 10-bit; 1080p @ 120fps, 4:4:4, 10-bit; 1080p @ fps120, 4:2:2, 12-bit
Additional Inputs
- Component: 1 (side)
- Ethernet: 1 (down)
- USB Ports: 2 (side)
- Tuner-free: No, Note: If you use an external antenna to watch local over-the-air broadcast TV signals, a TV tuner is required and sold separately.
Outputs
- ARC: Yes
- Analog Audio Out: 1 (down)
- Digital Audio Out (SPDIF): 1 (down)
Display
- Refresh Rate: 240Hz Effective Refresh Rate
- Active Pixel Tuning: Yes
- Dynamic Contrast Ratio: 50M:1
- Aspect Ratio: 16:9
- Viewable Angle (H/V): 176 degrees / 176 degrees
- Number of Colors: 1.07B
- OSD Language: English, Spanish, French
Audio
- Speakers/Power Output: 10W x 2
- DTS StudioSound: Yes
Energy Savings
- Enery Compliance: N/A
- Power Consumption: 270W
- Standby Power Consumption: <0.5W
- Ambient Light Sensor: Yes
Wall Mount Specifications
- VESA Compliance: Yes
- Mount Pattern: 400mm x 400mm
- Screw Size: M6
- Hole Depth: 12mm
Stand Assembly
- Screw Size: M5
- Screw Length: 18mm
Included Accessories
- Tablet Control: 6" Android Tablet Remote - XR6M10
- Remote Charger: XD6M10 - Android Tablet Remote Wireless Charger
- Remote Control: XRT132
- Battery Type: AAA x2
- Cable: 6' HDMI Cable
Size and Weight
- Product with Stand Dimensions: 61.70"W x 38.36"H x 11.14"D
- Product with Stand Weight: 60.41 lbs.
- Product without Stand Dimensions: 61.70"W x 35.53"H x 2.72"D
- Product without Stand Weight: 58.2 lbs.
- Product Packaging Dimensions: 65.51"W x 40.16"H x 8.62"D
- Product Packaging Weight: 81.57 lbs.
VIZIO Warranty
- Warranty: One Year Parts & Labor. Free Lifetime Technical Support.