CNET Editors' Rating
4.5 out of 5 stars.
The good
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 offers more apps and more frequent updates than many dedicated smart TV systems, and can even be controlled by a Google Home speaker.
The bad
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 source.
The bottom line
The Vizio M-Series remains the best choice for mainstream budgets that prioritize image quality over everything else.
8.6
OVERALL
The overall rating is 8.6 out of 10.
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Design
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Design rating is 7.0 out of 10.
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Features
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Features rating is 9.0 out of 10.
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Performance
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Performance rating is 8.0 out of 10.
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Value
10.0out of 10
Value rating is 10.0 out of 10.
VIZIO SmartCast™ M-Series - Discover Brilliance.
Breathtaking picture.
Experience extraordinary color depth and range with Dolby Vision HDR + Ultra Color Spectrum and remarkably sharp Ultra HD.
Unreal clarity.
An intuitive LED backlight adapts brightness level in real time to focus peak brightness in the right places of the picture for heightened contrast.
Intuitive control.
Chromecast built-in lets you command your entertainment and easily stream content from your phone directly to your display.
The power of XHDR Plus advances High Dynamic Range even more with impressive color depth, extreme contrast and brighter brights for a new world of visual excellence.
The 32 Local Dimming Zones of XBE Plus intuitively adapt brightness levels for darker, richer blacks without compromising brights.
Experience our widest range of colors and saturation for exceptional images with life-like realism never before possible in a home screen. The VIZIO M-Series reveals fine details with radiant splendor — expressing every hue, harmony and tone with impeccable accuracy for a nuanced picture that stays true to the creator's vision.
The All-New VIZIO SmartCast™ - More Ways To Discover. More Ways To Control.
Everything you love about VIZIO SmartCast just got smarter. The new VIZIO SmartCast TV℠ 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 2017 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.
The new
2017 VIZIO SmartCast TV Remote makes it easy to browse and stream shows right
from the big screen.2
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.
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
Learn How To Cast
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.
1:56
1:31
2:06
How to Set Up Your VIZIO SmartCast™ Home Theater Display
How to Stream Chromecast-enabled Apps
How to Optimize Picture Quality
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2:54
1:09
How to use Quick Start Mode
How to Set up Amazon Alexa with your VIZIO Display
How to Use Google Home with your VIZIO SmartCast Display
Use Your Voice to Control Your Display with Amazon Alexa & Google Home.
Enjoy a hands-free entertainment experience that makes controlling your content easier than ever.
Ask Alexa to power on/off your display, play, pause, turn up the volume and change the channel. It’s that easy.
Ask Google to stream your favorite entertainment from Netflix, YouTube and more. Play, pause or turn up the volume without lifting a finger.
1. VIZIO SmartCast TV is now rolling out to 2017 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.
Amazon, Alexa, Amazon Echo and all related logos and motion marks are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.
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Key Specs
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Smart Platform
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VIZIO SmartCast™ with Chromecast built-in
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Wide Color Gamut
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Ultra Color Spectrum
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Black Level Performance
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Xtreme Black Engine Plus
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Smart TV
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Built-in Wi-Fi
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802.11ac Dual Band
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HDMI Inputs
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HDCP Version
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2.2
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HDMI 2-4 Tech Specs
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340MHz pixel clock rate: </br>
2160@60fps 4:2:0, 8 bit
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Outputs
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ARC
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Yes
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Analog Audio Out
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1 (bottom)
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Audio
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Speakers/Power Output
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10W x2
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DTS StudioSound™
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Yes
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DTS TruSurround
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Yes
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DTS TruVolume™
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Yes
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Energy Savings
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Energy Compliance
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N/A
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Power Consumption
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280W
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Standby Power Consumption
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<0.5W
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Ambient Light Sensor
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Yes
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Wall Mount Specifications
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VESA Compliance
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Yes
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Mount Pattern
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400 mm x 400 mm
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Screw Size
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M6
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Hole Depth
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12mm
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Included Accessories
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Remote Control
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XRT135
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Battery Type
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AAA x2
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Size and Weight
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Product with Stand Dimensions
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61.70"W x 38.36"H x 11.14"D
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Product with Stand Weight
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60.41 lbs
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Product without Stand Dimensions
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61.70”W x 35.53”H x 2.72”D
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Product without Stand Weight
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58.64 lbs
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Product Packaging Dimensions
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69.41”W x 40.16”H x 8.62”D
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Product Packaging Weight
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83.33 lbs
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VIZIO SmartCast M-Series - Discover Brilliance.
- Breathtaking picture: Experience extraordinary color depth and range with Dolby Vision HDR + Ultra Color Spectrum and remarkably sharp Ultra HD.
- Unreal clarity: An intuitive LED backlight adapts brightness level in real time to focus peak brightness in the right places of the picture for heightened contrast.
- Intuitive control: Chromecast built-in lets you command your entertainment and easily stream content from your phone directly to your display.
XHDR Plus
The power of XHDR Plus advances High Dynamic Range even more with impressive color depth, extreme contrast and brighter brights for a new world of visual excellence.
XBE Plus
The 32 Local Dimming Zones of XBE Plus intuitively adapt brightness levels for darker, richer blacks without compromising brights.
Ultra Color Spectrum
Experience our widest range of colors and saturation for exceptional images with life-like realism never before possible in a home screen. The VIZIO M-Series reveals fine details with radiant splendor - expressing every hue, harmony and tone with impeccable accuracy for a nuanced picture that stays true to the creator's vision.
The All-New VIZIO SmartCast - More Ways To Discover. More Ways To Control.
Everything you love about VIZIO SmartCast just got smarter. The new VIZIO SmartCast TV launches apps directly from the big screen, and SmartCast Mobile allows you to browse and control your favorite content from your phone.
VIZIO SmartCast TV.
Coming this summer to all 2017 and 2016 VIZIO SmartCast Ultra HD displays, SmartCast TV features apps on the big screen for simple access to your favorite TV shows, movies and music.
- SmartCast TV Remote: The new 2017 VIZIO SmartCast Displays include a SmartCast Remote to easily navigate your display and provide quicker access to your favorite content with direct-to-app buttons.
- SmartCast Mobile: Download VIZIO SmartCast Mobile to turn your phone into a powerful touchscreen remote with access to even more apps. Simply tap to cast content to the big screen.
- Chromecast Built-In: Every VIZIO SmartCast display has Chromecast built-in. Access thousands of Chromecast-enabled apps on your mobile device and stream right to your display.
- 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.
- 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.
Award Winning Customer Support.
VIZIO named a Grand Stevie Award winner in the 2017 Stevie Awards for Sales and Customer Service.
Product Specifications:
Key Specs
- Class Size: 70.00"
- Screen Size (Diag.): 69.50"
- Smart Platform: VIZIO SmartCast with Chromecast built-in
- High Dynamic Range: XHDR Plus - Dolby Vision / HDR10 Support
- Wide Color Gamut: Ultra Color Spectrum
- Resolution: Ultra HD - 3840x2160
- UHD Upscale Engine: Spatial Scaling Engine
- Display Processor: 8-Core Performance
- Backlight Type: XLED Plus
- Black Level Performance: Xtreme Black Engine Plus
- Local Dimming Zones: 32
- Clear Action: 360
- Built-in Wi-Fi: 802.11ac Dual Band
- Bluetooth: 4.1 LE
HDMI Inputs
- HDMI Ports: 4 (1 side / 3 down)
- HDMI Version: Port 1 supports v2.0a; Port 2-4 supports v1.4
- HDCP Version: 2.2
- HDMI 1 Tech Spec: 600MHz pixel clock rate: 2160p at 60fps, 4:4:4, 8-bit, 2160p at 60fps, 4:2:2, 12-bit, 2160p at 60fps, 4:2:0, 12-bit
- HDMI 2-4 Tech Specs: 340MHz pixel clock rate: 2160 at 60fps 4:2:0, 8 bit
Additional Inputs
- Component: 1 (side)
- Ethernet: 1 (down)
- USB Ports: 1 (side)
- TV Tuner: No, 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
- Effective Refresh Rate: 120Hz
- Active Pixel Tuning: Yes
- Dynamic Contrast Ratio: 50M:1
- Aspect Ratio: 16:9
- Viewable Angle (H/V): 176/176 degrees
- Number of Colors: 1.07Billion
- OSD Language: English, Spanish, French
Audio
- Speakers/Power Output: 10W x2
- DTS StudioSound: Yes
- DTS TruSurround: Yes
- DTS TruVolume: Yes
Energy Savings
- Power Consumption: 280W
- Standby Power Consumption: less than 0.5W
- Ambient Light Sensor: Yes
Wall Mount Specifications
- VESA Compliance: Yes
- Mount Pattern: 400 mm x 400 mm
- Screw Size: M6
- Hole Depth: 12mm
Stand Assembly
- Screw Size: M5
- Screw Length: 18mm
Included Accessories
- Remote Control: XRT135
- Battery Type: AAA x2
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: 58.64 lbs
- Product Packaging Dimensions: 69.41"W x 40.16"H x 8.62"D
- Product Packaging Weight: 83.33 lbs
VIZIO Warranty
- Warranty: One Year Parts and Labor. Free Lifetime Technical Support.