Toshiba 55" Z670R Series Review
The Toshiba Z670R delivers stunning HDR and 144Hz gaming performance for just $800, making it a steal for players but a letdown for your ears.
The 30-Second Version
A budget gamer's dream TV. Unbeatable HDR and 144Hz smoothness for $800, but bring your own speakers.
Overview
The Toshiba Z670R is a gaming TV that punches way above its price tag. For $800, you get a Mini-LED panel with a native 144Hz refresh rate and support for every major HDR format, which is frankly ridiculous. The one thing to know? This isn't a jack-of-all-trades home theater centerpiece. It's a purpose-built machine for gamers who want a killer picture without spending OLED money.
Performance
The HDR performance is the absolute best right now, according to our database. Dolby Vision IQ and HDR10+ Adaptive look fantastic, with highlights that pop and deep, controlled blacks thanks to the Mini-LED backlight. The surprise is the audio, which is a weak spot. That 'Bass Woofer' marketing doesn't translate to a room-shaking experience. It's fine for TV dialogue, but you'll want a soundbar for movies or games.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Stunning HDR picture quality that competes with TVs twice the price. 100th
- Native 144Hz and FreeSync Premium make it a gaming beast for the money. 92th
- Fire TV is simple and gets you streaming fast, no fuss. 89th
- Supports every HDR format under the sun, so you're future-proofed. 80th
Cons
- The built-in audio is mediocre. Plan on a soundbar from day one. 27th
- Connectivity is just average, with fewer ports than some rivals. 34th
- The 55-inch size feels a bit small for a 'home theater' experience at this quality level.
- While bright, the overall display quality is middle of the pack compared to premium Mini-LED sets.
The Word on the Street
Specifications
Full Specifications
Display
| Size | 55" |
| Resolution | 3840 (4K UHD) |
| Panel Type | QLED |
| Backlight | Mini-LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
HDR
| HDR Formats | Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10+ Adaptive, HLG |
| Dolby Vision | Yes |
| HDR10+ | Yes |
| HLG | Yes |
Gaming
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz |
| VRR | FreeSync Premium |
Smart TV
| Platform | Fire TV |
| Voice Assistant | Alexa |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes |
Power & Size
| Weight | 13.9 kg / 30.6 lbs |
Value & Pricing
At $800, this is an easy win. You're getting top-tier HDR and gaming features that usually start around $1,200. It's absolutely worth it for the right buyer.
vs Competition
Compared to the Samsung Neo QLED, the Toshiba gives you better HDR format support and a higher native refresh rate for less cash, but Samsung's smart TV platform and build quality are better. Against the Hisense U6 Series, the Toshiba has a clear edge in gaming performance and HDR brilliance. But if your main focus is movies in a dark room, saving up for an LG OLED C5 will give you better blacks and viewing angles, though you'll lose the blistering 144Hz for gaming.
| Spec | Toshiba 55" Z670R Series | Sony BRAVIA 8 Sony - 77" Class BRAVIA 8 OLED 4K UHD Smart Google | LG OLED evo - C5 series LG - 77" Class C5 Series OLED evo AI 4K UHD Smart | Samsung Neo QLED Samsung - 65” Class QN80F Series Neo QLED Mini LED | Hisense U65QF Mini-LED Hisense - 75" Class U6 Series MiniLED QLED UHD 4K | TCL QD Mini LED - QM6K TCL - 85" Class QM6K Series 4K UHD HDR QD Mini LED |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 55 | 77 | 77 | 65 | 75 | 85 |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 | 4K (2160p) |
| Panel Type | QLED | OLED | OLED | Neo QLED | MiniLED | MiniLED |
| Refresh Rate | 144 | 120 | 120 | 120 | 144 | 144 |
| Hdr | Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10+ Adaptive, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | HDR10+, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG |
| Smart Platform | Fire TV | Google TV | webOS | Tizen | Fire TV | Google TV |
| Dolby Vision | true | true | true | false | true | true |
| Dolby Atmos | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Hdmi Version | - | 2.1 | 2.1 | - | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Hdr | Audio | Smart | Gaming | Display | Connectivity | Social Proof | Picture Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toshiba 55" Z670R Series | 99.6 | 27.4 | 75.1 | 92.1 | 34.1 | 39.5 | 79.5 | 89.1 |
| Sony BRAVIA 8 77" Class Compare | 92.9 | 95.5 | 96 | 94.9 | 95.6 | 97.2 | 94.3 | 43 |
| LG OLED evo - C5 series 77" Class C5 Series Compare | 92.9 | 90.4 | 95.3 | 99.9 | 95.6 | 98.6 | 99.5 | 43 |
| Samsung Neo QLED 65” Class Series Neo Compare | 89.9 | 90.4 | 96.6 | 92.8 | 80.1 | 92.4 | 97.6 | 86.1 |
| Hisense U65QF Mini-LED 75" Class U6 Series MiniLED Compare | 98.8 | 90.4 | 93.8 | 96.5 | 69.1 | 97.2 | 97.6 | 97.1 |
| TCL QD Mini LED - QM6K 85" Class QM6K Series Compare | 96.5 | 90.4 | 98.6 | 98.4 | 37.3 | 96 | 94.3 | 86.1 |
Common Questions
Q: Is the 144Hz good for PS5 and Xbox Series X?
Yes, it's perfect. With HDMI 2.1 features like VRR and ALLM, this TV unlocks the full potential of next-gen consoles for buttery-smooth, tear-free gaming.
Q: How's the Fire TV experience?
It's solid and straightforward. You get all the apps, and Alexa integration works well for voice control. It's not as polished as Google TV, but it gets the job done without lag.
Q: Should I get the 55-inch or wait for a bigger size?
At this price, the 55-inch is the play. If you have a huge room and want a 65-inch or larger home theater feel, you'll need to step up to a more expensive model, as the value proposition shifts.
Who Should Skip This
If you're looking for the ultimate movie-watching experience in a dark room, this isn't it. The Mini-LED can't match the perfect blacks of an OLED. Go get an LG C5 instead. Also, skip it if you hate the idea of buying a soundbar immediately.
Verdict
If you're a console or PC gamer looking for a spectacular 4K HDR experience without breaking the bank, buy this TV. The picture for gaming and supported content is phenomenal. If you're a movie purist who watches in a pitch-black room or someone who wants an all-in-one audio/video solution, you should look elsewhere. This is a specialist, not a generalist.