VIZIO 40 Class 4K (2160p) Smart HDR TV (V405-G9), comments, reviews

The VIZIO V405-G9 (and any store specific sub models based from it, such as Costco V405-G) is a good 4K TV for the price, with one major caveat. Although the specs are HDMI 2.0, with three, including one ARC for a soundbar or other source that can use the slot, don t be misled into thinking that 60Hz (or 120Hz Motion Rate) will mean that 4K will be viewed at 60fps. I found this out when plugging my Roku 4K streaming stick in (second best of it s class, takes a back seat only to the Roku 4K Ultra). While I could force mode HDMI 2.0 HDCP 2.2 at 30 FPS with the Roku, couldn t do the same for 60 FPS this got me to thinking I should had simply kept my larger 43 TCL 4K TV with Roku built in for the PC room (the one I occupy the most!). The reason why I downgraded was fit in my entertainment center (TCL too large), would had been better off keeping the TCL for the PC room, although there s no guarantee that TV would had ran faster. Meaning Hz, or the OEM s terminology of the same, may not be as accurate as that of PC monitors, which are more expensive for the same size zero TV components (other than frame screen). This may help to explain why PC monitors are more expensive t have to rely on off the wall terminology, in my case, a 27 4K with HDMI 2.0 HDCP 2.2 (purchased here), cost was a bit more than this VIZIO unit being reviewed. Still this 40 VIZIO TV (V405-G9) is a decent unit for the price, offering lots of free content via Pluto TV other such services can be added, just not the selection for the best Roku experience. If this is your intent, look towards a more expensive model. I even called before purchase to check compatibility was told it was so, as were similar devices that requires both HDMI 2.0 HDCP 2.2. I ll eat the loss on this one due to it s generous amount of free content w out signing up for anything out of the box, other than accepting the Privacy Policies Terms for both VIZIO BTW, being this unit is Chromecast compatible, is why one accepts the Google Terms, I ve not used the service (yet) because have no Google device to pair with. This may or may not change in the future, depending on my next smartphone purchase, hopefully after this TV is no longer relevant. I say this because my current iPhone is less than a year old. Overall though, one gets a lot of value or bang for the buck with VIZIO smart TV s, this being my 2nd, the first was a 2015 32 E series to their credit, shipped an update less than a year ago. Like this one, has a lot of free content, although had to manually add Pluto (maybe new at time of that release. Actually paid more for that TV than the V405-G9 being reviewed here. In order to get my 2015 VIZIO 29 soundbar to work with this TV via digital out (aka TOSLINK) which was plug play for the 2015 E series, had to go into audio setting and change from Auto to PCM. So if you have a soundbar it doesn t work, may need to check this setting. There s different modes, what worked for me may not one with a non-VIZIO soundbar. Google is your best assistant here, plus there s the toll free number (for landlines) to seek assistance in the included manual and or online when registering (I encourage this). I also suggest to get the low cost warranty, in my case, have 5 years total, one from VIZIO, one from AMEX the last three from SquareTrade. By then, if it goes in 4 years, will be doing me a favor, can take the cash buy something more up to date. Beware of warranties that are for replacement only . With SquareTrade, if the cost to repair is more than the worth of the item, they refund, no questions asked. There s another 3rd party warranty pushed here of which I try to avoid, they ll push a refurb that may have the same issue. One can buy a SquareTrade warranty on their site within 30 days of purchase (if not offered here, Google search any discounts. Remember ask them to verify, it kicks in after all existing protection(s) has ended. Bottom line, for cable cutters this may indeed be a great TV, provided the quality is the same as prior generations (the HDMI 2.0 upgrade being one), lots of free content, it s really a good deal for the money. Just watch out for those offers, such as VUDU credit or better yet, 3 months of CBS All Access. They ll want some form of payment in order to get the deal if one doesn t set a reminder a week to 10 (business) days before end of subscription to cancel, will be billed monthly as stated in the Terms why I didn t bother. Pluto TV has some of CBS content anyway, as well as that of other networks (also a dedicated 4K channel) as time passes, wouldn t be surprised to see more local content (some exists in select areas via another app). This is a decent entry level 4K TV, or if one has a huge one in the living room or main one for entertainment, makes a nice model for the bed and or guest room(s). My final verdict so far will revise if anything changes, on a 5 Star rating scale for sub 400 TV s in the 40-43 range, 4.5 out of 5. I had to break it down like this, because would be unfair to compare to models which costs several times over, this way it s rated within it s class, rather than across the board. BTW, this is my first 4K TV, hopefully will give me at least 3-4 years of enjoyment. I haven t had cable in over a decade, so don t consider myself a cutter, it s really cool, once the TV updates, to have free content w out a sign in (via Pluto TV). 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The package came intact. The picture is beautiful. The size is perfect for a bachelor pad. I had intended to buy new but accidentally bought renewed. I was very unhappy and wrote the seller. He she tried to send a message to the warehouse to cancel the purchase but instead I got a message a few hours later that it had shipped. I was considering returning but the buyer has to pay return shipping and a 20 restocking fee. I have used tv s I could have shipped my son, so that would defeat the purchase. I can tell you, that I am relieved and happy that all turned out far beyond expectations. It looks new and unused.

This tv is awesome. I bought two for my kids. I already owned a 43 inch one . They are crystal clear and do just what I need them to do.

The 4k pictures are amazing. You have to have the correct box from you TV service provider to make it work! Also the content has to be broadcasted in 4k! I would recommend this TV!

Easy to set up and use.

This is a wonderful TV. The price was incredible. I think the sound is fine. I really don t understand other complaints about the sound.

love it.

Great TV. Come equipped with lots of great apps. Does not come with VGA connection, only aux, component, and HDMI. Privacy is an issue, prepare to lose a lot of features if you do not want your TV to know what you re watching.

Good smart tv. Minus - haven t internet browser.

I don t know what they mean when they say