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Vizio D Series Review

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Michael Iaboni
Michael Iaboni is a Canadian Freelance Writer and Editor. He graduated from York University with a Degree in English and Creative Writing and then attended Queen’s University where he obtained a Professional Editing Standards Certificate. He is a member of Editor’s Canada and, in his spare time, enjoys reading, writing, soccer, and gaming.
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Updated Feb 7, 2024 12:58 PM

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The Vizio D Series’ wide viewing angles and Chromecast compatibility make it a good TV for quick viewing. In addition, its small size makes it ideal for a smaller space, like a bedroom. Only two HDMI ports and a limited color gamut hold it back. But you will be impressed by the Vizio M-Series (MQ6) LED TV that boasts a wide color gamut.

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Table of Contents

Product Snapshot

Overview

The Vizio D Series is the brand’s budget-level LED TV released in 2017. It promises to deliver lower input lag over other LED TVs and budget-level TVs thanks to its superb ‘Film Mode,’ a good perk for gamers who enjoy playing more face-paced games, such as racing games. In addition, the Vizio D Series boasts a 1080P display, louder-than-average speakers, and is compatible with Chromecast, which provides access to a wide variety of streaming apps. Keep reading our Vizio D Series review to learn more about what top experts said, and don’t forget to check out the highest rated TVs available right now.

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our Verdict

The Vizio D Series has wide viewing angles and Chromecast compatibility, but its picture quality and motion handling are subpar. Plus, it only has two HDMI ports and a limited color gamut. If you’re looking for a better option, check out the Toshiba LF221U21.

ReasonS to Buy

  • Wide Viewing Angles
  • Chromecast Compatible
  • Good Response Time

Reason to Avoid

  • Mediocre Picture Quality
  • Bad Motion Handling
  • Two HDMI Ports
  • Limited Color Gamut

Vizio D Series Specs

Backlight TypeBacklight TypeDirect Lit
Display TypeLED
HDMI Inputs2
HDR Formatn/a
LED Panel TypeLED Panel TypeLED
Max Resolution1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Refresh Rate60 Hz
Screen size24", 32", 40"
Smart PlatformSmart PlatformSmartCast
Sync TechnologySync Technologyn/a
VRRVRRn/a

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Test Results

These are the most important criteria to test for TVs based on our comprehensive Testing Methodology.

Color Gamut % (DCI P3 xy)72.87
Color Gamut % (DCI P3 uv)79.52
Color Gamut % (Rec 2020 xy)52.6
Color Gamut % (Rec 2020 uv)59.04
Color Gamut % (sRGB)0
Color Gamut % (Rec 709)96.66
Color Gamut % (BT.2020)0
Color Gamut % (Adobe RGB)0
Color Gamut % (BT.709)0
Contrast Ratio (x:1)7,692
SDR Brightness (nits)209
HDR Brightness (nits)0
Input Lag (ms)25.7
Response Time (ms)16.5
Color Washout (Degrees)21
Color Shift (Degrees)18
Brightness Loss (Degrees)28
Reflections (%)4.9
Low-Freq Extension (Hz)151.02
Freq Response StdDev @ 70db2.12
Freq Response StdDev @ 80db2.53
Weighted Total Harmonic Distortion @80db0.975
Intermodulation Distortion @80db3.58
EOTF (600 nit delta)0
EOTF (1000 nit delta)0
EOTF (4000 nit delta)0

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    Score Card

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    Expert Score

    77

    *.75

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    Customer Score

    85

    *.25

    We place a 25% weighted value on Customer Scores

    True Score

    78

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    Expert Scores

    Publications with higher Trust Ratings are given more weight.

    • Rtings
      101.4

      Category Trust Rating

      65
      The Vizio D40f-J09 is a mediocre TV overall. Visibility is an issue in a bright… Read More

      By:

      Kate Kozuch
    • Tom’s Guide
      79.85

      Category Trust Rating

      70
      The Full HD Vizio D-Series TV is compact, affordable and plenty smart. Despite mediocre sound… Read More

      By:

      Nick Pino
    • CNET
      80.25

      Category Trust Rating

      72
      Two Vizio D series models offer very good picture quality, thanks to local dimming, and… Read More

      By:

      Andrew Heinzman
    • Techradar
      67

      Category Trust Rating

      60
      The new Vizio D-Series offers a surprising amount of smart TV features for an incredibly… Read More

      By:

      Kelsey Linhares
    • Review Geek
      33.6

      Category Trust Rating

      90
      Here’s What We Like: Clear, vivid picture – Decent built-in speakers – Plenty of inputs,… Read More

      By:

      David Katzmaier

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