The best TCL TV setups for a PS5

Players are constantly striving for perfection. In response, PlayStation 5 and several TV brands have updated their picture and sound features to provide gamers with an exciting gaming experience. Setting up your TCL TV correctly when playing on a PS5 will help you get the most out of the console.

In this article, you’ll learn how to set up your TCL TV to enhance gaming while playing your favorites on a PS5.

Change your TCL TV settings for PS5

TCL TVs offer a wide range of interesting features that will improve the picture quality of your PS5 games. Depending on the model of your TV, automatic configuration is available or you can configure it manually. Here you will find all the available alternatives and the corresponding steps.

Activate game mode

Some TCL TV models have a game mode that you can activate to adjust all settings and perfect your gaming experience automatically. If your TCL TV has “Game Mode”, follow these steps to start it:

1. Access the TV menu by pressing the “Home” button. On most remote controls, it will have a little house icon.
   
2. Scroll down the menu and press “Settings.”
   
3. Then select “System.”
   
4. Use the up and down arrows on the remote control to navigate through the menu until you reach “Game Mode.”
   
5. Use the left and right arrows to turn the feature on and off.
   

Games will have less input lag and less image processing when this mode is activated. It is recommended to set both functions to low to improve the performance of your TV when gaming.

Remove auto movement functions

You can adjust the settings inpidually if your TV does not have a game mode. Modern TVs have features that clarify the movies and shows you watch, such as Motion Smoothing, Digital Clean View, and Noise Reduction. Although useful when watching a movie, these features slow down the TV’s processor and affect picture quality, especially with fast-moving objects.

For smoother gameplay, turn off the noise reduction feature. Check out the steps below to get started.

1. Access the TV menu by pressing the “Home” button.
   
2. Press “Image.”
   
3. Use the arrows to scroll down the menu and select “Advanced Settings.”
   
4. From the menu, select “Clarity.”
   
5. Turn off “Noise Reduction” by pressing the left and right arrows on your remote control.
   

Color settings

The TV’s color settings have many options that you can adjust manually from the settings menu. Here are the best color settings for gaming:

Sharpness

Too high sharpness can create a strange-looking halo at the visible edges. For games, the best sharpness level is zero. Here’s how to set the sharpness on your TCL TV:

1. Press the “Home” button to access the main menu of your TV.
   
2. Scroll down the menu and press “Settings.”
   
3. Select “Advanced Image Settings.”
   
4. Use the down arrow on the remote control until you reach “Sharpness.”
   
5. With the left arrow, lower the percentage until you reach zero.
   
6. Press the asterisk

on the remote control to return to the previous menu.

Color

1. When the TV color is not set correctly, images may have filters that will alter the color of the image. Follow these steps to adjust the colors on your TV screen:
   
2. Press the “Home” button on your remote control to access the main menu.
   
3. Click on the “Settings” option.
   
4. Select “Advanced Image Settings.”
   
5. Go to the “Color” options using the down arrow on your remote control.
   
6. Set your TV’s picture color saturation to 50%, which is the recommended setting for gaming.

Return to the previous menu by pressing the asterisk

button on your remote control.

1. Dye
   
2. The tint in the TV settings is also known as G/R. This setting will affect the color saturation. For gaming, the recommended tint setting is zero. Here’s how to set the tint on your TV:
   
3. Go to the main menu of your TCL TV by pressing the home button.
   
4. Select “Settings.”
   
5. Go to “Advanced Image Settings”.
   
6. Navigate through the menu until you reach “Tint.”

Set “Tint” to zero.

To close the main menu, you can press the asterisk button on your remote control or do not press any buttons. After a few seconds, the menu will close automatically.

Glow

1. The recommended brightness for gaming is 50. However, this setting can be adjusted based on gamer preferences. Depending on the game, 50% brightness will not allow you to see those game elements that the developer has hidden in the dark to surprise you.
   
2. If you don’t like being surprised, set the brightness slightly higher. Here we explain how to set the brightness of your TCL TV:
   
3. Access the main menu on the controller.
   
4. Navigate through the menu using the arrow keys on your remote until you reach “Settings.”
   

Click “Advanced Image Settings.”

Then click “Brightness”, start with a 50% brightness level and adjust it to your liking from there.

1. dynamic contrast
   
2. On some TVs, you may also find it as “Contrast Enhancer.” The main goal of this setting is to make bright colors brighter and dark colors darker. This setting is great for improving picture quality when watching movies. However, this is not the best setup for gaming. Here’s how to turn off the “Dynamic Contrast” setting:
   
3. Press the Home button on your remote control to access the main menu.
   
4. Click “Settings.”
   
5. Scroll down the menu to the “Advanced Image Settings Option.”
   
6. Select “Dynamic Contrast.”

Click on it and you will see the word OFF next to it.

To exit the menu, press the star button on the remote control. If you do not press any button for a few seconds, the menu will close by itself.

Backlight

Backlight is a feature that illuminates the screen from within. Depending on your TV model, this feature will be built-in or you will find a backlight setting in the TV menu. A backlit display helps reduce eye strain and glare. Please note that modern televisions refer to backlighting to describe the lights that illuminate the wall behind the television.

Configure the console correctly

Your TV and PS5 console must be configured properly for the best gaming performance. Once you’ve adjusted your TV’s motion features and color, it’s time to set up your PS5 console.

Adjust your frames per second (FPS) limit

1. While 60Hz or FPS is sufficient for gaming, the best FPS is 120. If your TCL TV supports 120 FPS, you can adjust this setting from your PS5 console. It is recommended to change the FPS cap options for games like soccer and car racing. A low FPS cap can cause lags that seriously affect your game performance.
   
2. In the case of first-person online games, a few seconds of delay can completely ruin the game for you. Here’s how to set your PS5 console to 120 FPS:
   
3. On the PS5 dashboard, choose “Settings” in the top right corner of the screen.
   
4. Press “Save data and game/app settings” in the menu.
   
5. Choose “Game Presets” from the menu on the left side of the screen.
   

Click “Performance Mode or Resolution Mode.”

Select “Performance Mode” from the pop-up menu to set your console to 120 FPS.

Additional FAQs

What is the best TCL TV for gaming?

TCL is one of the leading manufacturers of 120Hz 4K TVs, optimal for gaming. The best TCL TV for PS5 gaming is the TVL 5 Series or the S555. This model was launched in 2022.

It has a fast response time and low input lag, providing clear motion to the image and eliminating small specks after fast-moving objects.

Which TV resolution is best for improved gaming performance?

For 24-inch screens, the best resolution is 1,080p. For 27-inch screens, however, the ideal resolution is 1,440p. For larger screens, such as a 32-inch monitor, the optimal resolution is 4K, which has a resolution of 4,000 pixels.

How to change the resolution of the PS5 console

PS5 consoles can automatically detect your TV’s capabilities and select the best resolution. Here’s how to access these settings on your PS5:

1. On the PS5 dashboard, choose “Settings” in the top right corner of the screen.

2. From the menu, press “Display & Video”.

3. Select “Video Output”.

Enjoy the best gaming experience

When you are looking for the best gaming experience with the PS5 console, you should look for a TV with compatible picture and sound features. However, having the best TV may mean nothing if it is not set up correctly. For newer TCL TVs, putting it in “Game Mode” will be enough to improve your gaming experience.

Additionally, you can manually configure your TV’s noise reduction and color with previous models. Don’t forget to check your console settings to get the most out of your favorite PS5 games. Have these settings made a difference in your gaming experience? Let us know in the comments p.