The VIZIO E420i-A0 42-Inch 1080p 120Hz Smart LED TV has a pretty good picture. Even out of the box the picture will have some pop. The color is vibrant. You have quite a few options to play with to tweak it to your desire. It has a 120 Hz refresh rate, and it works pretty well for the most part. Sometimes a fast moving object, like a football being thrown, may have a trail on it. It is not a pronounced effect, many people may not notice it unless they really look for it. I only see this when watching cable. When gaming, I don't see it. All in all the picture is fantastic, and looks like a TV more than twice the price.
The VIZIO E420i-A0 42-Inch 1080p 120Hz Smart LED TV is a common flaw with LED is light bleeding. On a really dark image, some areas of the screen may be slightly lighter than others. This effect is only noticeable on very dark images, I can't see it unless my screen is totally blank. But each TV can be different, it can show up in a different spot and to a different degree in different TVs. Like I said, it is common among all LED TVs, especially bigger ones like this. During normal viewing, odds are you will not notice it. But for some people this is a deal breaker. Again, this TV is also $688. I'm willing to live with that, and it never bothers me.
The VIZIO E420i-A0 42-Inch 1080p 120Hz Smart LED TV has a gaming mode, which disables the post image processing. The reason for this is that all that post processing makes the image delay as it reaches your screen. For normal TV viewing, that is fine. But for video games, input delay can make your games difficult to play. Input Delay (or Input Lag) is the time it takes the TV to display an image. This is not to be confused with Refresh Rates, they are totally different. A long input delay will probably lead to your gaming deaths in fast paced games. For some reason no brand seems to list this stat. But there are people testing this, and the delay of this model is 31 milliseconds. That gives it a rating of Great from the Input Lag Database, which is their second best rating after Excellent. So this is good for people who plan on playing video games. You cannot get much faster than this without using a dedicated monitor.
As a smart TV however, this VIZIO E420i-A0 42-Inch 1080p 120Hz Smart LED TV fails. It does have wifi, and it is functional, providing most of the common streaming apps out there. But the interface is clunky, and apps are rarely updated. If you want to stream stuff on this TV, you are better off using a set top box or gaming console to do it. The remote has a qwerty remote, but it is also subpar. The remote is not bluetooth, so you have to have a clear line of site to use it. The remote has 2 IR emitters, one for normal use, and one on the side for the qwerty keypad.
The VIZIO E420i-A0 42-Inch 1080p 120Hz Smart LED TV is a common flaw with LED is light bleeding. On a really dark image, some areas of the screen may be slightly lighter than others. This effect is only noticeable on very dark images, I can't see it unless my screen is totally blank. But each TV can be different, it can show up in a different spot and to a different degree in different TVs. Like I said, it is common among all LED TVs, especially bigger ones like this. During normal viewing, odds are you will not notice it. But for some people this is a deal breaker. Again, this TV is also $688. I'm willing to live with that, and it never bothers me.
The VIZIO E420i-A0 42-Inch 1080p 120Hz Smart LED TV has a gaming mode, which disables the post image processing. The reason for this is that all that post processing makes the image delay as it reaches your screen. For normal TV viewing, that is fine. But for video games, input delay can make your games difficult to play. Input Delay (or Input Lag) is the time it takes the TV to display an image. This is not to be confused with Refresh Rates, they are totally different. A long input delay will probably lead to your gaming deaths in fast paced games. For some reason no brand seems to list this stat. But there are people testing this, and the delay of this model is 31 milliseconds. That gives it a rating of Great from the Input Lag Database, which is their second best rating after Excellent. So this is good for people who plan on playing video games. You cannot get much faster than this without using a dedicated monitor.
As a smart TV however, this VIZIO E420i-A0 42-Inch 1080p 120Hz Smart LED TV fails. It does have wifi, and it is functional, providing most of the common streaming apps out there. But the interface is clunky, and apps are rarely updated. If you want to stream stuff on this TV, you are better off using a set top box or gaming console to do it. The remote has a qwerty remote, but it is also subpar. The remote is not bluetooth, so you have to have a clear line of site to use it. The remote has 2 IR emitters, one for normal use, and one on the side for the qwerty keypad.
VIZIO E420i-A0 42-Inch 1080p 120Hz Smart LED TV Product Description
Introducing the new E-series slim frame design. The VIZIO E420i-A0 42-Inch 1080p 120Hz Smart LED TV is shattering the mold in a way only VIZIO can, with high-quality design and picture at the best value. Enjoy crystal-clear action and eye-popping images in 1080p Full HD and 120Hz effective refresh rate. A stunningly slim outer frame lets you enjoy TV with a narrower border around the picture for a more immersive experience. VIZIO Internet Apps with built-in Wi-Fi gives you instant access to a world of streaming movies, TV shows, music, and more -all with the push of a button on the smart remote. The VIZIO E420i-A0 42-Inch 1080p 120Hz Smart LED TV gives you more of what you love about TV with all the brilliant picture quality and world-class service you’d expect from America’s LCD HDTV Company.
VIZIO Internet Apps® with built-in WiFi gives you instant access to a world of streaming movies, TV shows, music, and more - all with the push of a button on the smart remote. The VIZIO E-Series 42" Class LED Smart TV gives you more of what you love about TV with all the brilliant picture quality and world-class service you'd expect from America's LCD HDTV Company.
VIZIO Internet Apps® with built-in WiFi gives you instant access to a world of streaming movies, TV shows, music, and more - all with the push of a button on the smart remote. The VIZIO E-Series 42" Class LED Smart TV gives you more of what you love about TV with all the brilliant picture quality and world-class service you'd expect from America's LCD HDTV Company.
- Screen Size: 42.0 "
- Video Resolution: HD - 1080p
- Screen Refresh Rate: 120 Hz
- Inputs: 3 for HDMI , 1 for Component Vid Inputs
- Dimensions: without stand - 22.58 " H x 37.91 " W x 3.23 " D , with stand - 24.39 " H x 37.91 " W x 7.27 " D
- Weight: 23.15 Lb.
VIZIO E420i-A0 42-Inch 1080p 120Hz Smart LED TV Product Details
- Screen Size : 42.000
- Warranty Description : 1 Year Limited Warranty
- Assembly details : assembly required
- HD Compatibility : HD Built-In
- Aspect Ratio : 16:9 Aspect Ratio
- Output Type : Analog Audio, Digital Audio
- Features: Mounting Options : Wall Mountable, Detachable Base Stand
- Features Electronic Display : HD Display
- Legally Required Information : EnergyGuide Label Required
- Screen Refresh Rate : 120 Hz
- Number of Speakers : 2
- Response Time : 6ms Response Time
- Number of Component Video Inputs : 1
- Location of Component Inputs : 1 Rear
- TV Depth with Stand : 7.270
- Features Television : SRS StudioSound HD, SRS TruSurround HD, SRS TruVolume, Ambient Light Sensor
- Location of Composite Inputs : 1 Rear
- TV Depth without Stand : 3.230
- Number of Composite Video Inputs : 1
- Location of HDMI Inputs : 2 Rear, 1 Side
- TV Height with Stand : 24.390
- TV Height without Stand : 22.580
- Number of HDMI Inputs : 3
- Surface Treatment : Glossy
- Accessories Included: Electronics Product : Warranty Card, User Manual, Standard Remote Control, Stand, Power Cord, Registration Card
- TV Width with Stand : 37.910
- TV Width without Stand : 37.910
- Video Resolution : HD - 1080p
- Contrast Ratio : 2000000:1
- Speaker Type : Bottom Fixed
- Tuner Type : Digital
- Maximum Resolution : 1920 x 1080
- Input Type : Ethernet, Component Video, HDMI Port, USB 2.0, RF Antenna Input, Composite Video
- Visual Playback File Format : MP3, JPEG
- Comb Filter Type : 2D
- Product Weight : 23.150
- Streaming Content : Netflix, Pandora, Twitter, VUDU, YouTube, Hulu Plus
- Features: Audio Product : SRS TheaterSound, SRS TruSurround HD, SRS TruVolume, SRS StudioSound HD
- Number of Optical Digital Audio Outputs : 1
- Size: 42-Inch
- Color: Black
- Brand: VIZIO
- Model: E420i-A0
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: 24.39" h x37.91" w x7.27" l,30.86 pounds
- Native resolution: 1920x1080
VIZIO E420i-A0 42-Inch 1080p 120Hz Smart LED TV Features
- VIZIO Internet Apps -Instantly enjoy online movies, TV shows, music, apps and more
- LED with Smart Dimming for richer colors and more vivid details
- Slim frame design looks great on a wall or table stand
- 120Hz effective refresh rate for stunning picture clarity
- VIZIO Internet Apps® – Instantly enjoy online movies, TV shows, music, apps and more
- LED with Smart Dimming™ for richer colors and more vivid details
- Slim frame design looks great on a wall or table stand
- 120Hz effective refresh rate for stunning picture clarity
- Built-in Wi-Fi for easy internet access
- 1080p Full HD resolution for a crystal-clear picture
- 2 million to 1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio for deeper blacks
- A slim outer frame delivers a more immersive picture with less frame around the TV
- More energy efficient than conventional LCD TVs*
- SRS StudioSound HD™ delivers crisp, clear audio
- Three HDMI ports – perfect for cable boxes, game consoles, Blu-ray players and more
- USB Multimedia – photos, music, and videos
- Ambient light sensor auto-adjusts picture to room lighting
