Roku LED 4K – Select Roku - 65" Class Select Series 4K LED Smart RokuTV Review

The Roku Select Series 65R4C5 is a 65-inch 4K smart TV built for simplicity and value. It delivers a big, decent picture and the excellent Roku platform at a very low price, but its 60Hz panel and average audio mean it's best for casual viewers, not enthusiasts.

If you're hunting for a 65-inch 4K TV that won't break the bank, the Roku Select Series 65R4C5 is a solid contender. It's a straightforward smart TV built around the Roku platform, which is arguably the simplest and most user-friendly smart TV interface out there. You get a 4K HDR panel, the excellent Roku voice remote, and a price tag that usually floats between $378 and $520, making it one of the more affordable 65-inch options. For folks who just want to stream Netflix, Hulu, and live TV without any fuss, this TV makes a lot of sense.

Our data puts the picture quality in the 43rd percentile, which is about what you'd expect for a budget-friendly LED TV. The 4K resolution is sharp, and HDR 10+ support helps with contrast, but don't expect the deep blacks or vibrant highlights of a more expensive Mini-LED or OLED set. The 60Hz refresh rate is fine for movies and TV, but it's not built for high-frame-rate gaming, landing in the 26th percentile for gaming performance. The built-in speakers are a weak point, scoring in the 31st percentile, so you'll likely want a soundbar. Where this TV shines is in its smart platform, which is consistently reliable and easy to use.

The value proposition here is clear: a big, simple 4K TV at a low price. With prices ranging from $378 to $520 across different vendors, it's one of the cheapest ways to get a 65-inch screen. You're trading away premium picture quality and features for that low cost, but if your main goal is screen size and a hassle-free smart TV experience on a tight budget, it's a fair trade. Just be ready to add a soundbar for decent audio.

The most direct competitor is Roku's own Pro Series, which offers Mini-LED backlighting and better picture quality for a few hundred dollars more. If you care more about picture than platform, the Hisense U6 Series offers better contrast with its Mini-LED tech at a similar price point. The Sony BRAVIA 5 and Samsung QN90F are in a completely different league (and price bracket) with vastly superior panels, but they cost two to three times as much. For most budget shoppers, the choice is between this Select Series and a similarly priced Hisense or TCL with Roku TV built-in.

Skip this TV if you're a home theater enthusiast wanting the best picture quality. Its average HDR and contrast won't satisfy you. Also skip it if you're a next-gen console gamer who needs 120Hz and VRR. And if you watch TV in a very bright room, its peak brightness might struggle. For those cases, look at the Roku Pro Series, a Hisense ULED, or save up for an OLED.

Should you buy the Roku Select Series 65R4C5? If you want the simplest possible smart TV experience on a big 65-inch screen and you're on a strict budget, yes. It's a no-fuss appliance that gets you streaming quickly. But if you're a movie buff who craves perfect blacks, a gamer who needs a 120Hz panel, or an audiophile, you'll be disappointed. This TV excels at being easy and affordable, not at being spectacular. For its intended use—casual, everyday streaming—it does the job well.