The Vizio V505-G9 was a good-value 50-inch 4K TV when it launched, but in 2026 it only makes sense as a cheap used or hand-me-down television. It still offers 4K resolution, Dolby Vision and full-array LED backlighting, but it is a 60Hz 2019-era model with none of the VRR, Bluetooth or newer connectivity features found on today’s entry-level Vizio sets.
Vizio V505-G9 specs at a glance
- Screen size: 50-inch class / 49.5-inch viewable
- Resolution: 3840 × 2160 (4K UHD)
- Refresh rate: 60Hz
- Backlight: Full Array LED
- HDR: Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HLG support
- HDMI: 3 inputs
- Audio output: HDMI ARC, optical and analogue RCA
- Networking: dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Ethernet
- VESA pattern: 200 × 200mm
- Weight: about 21.8lb / 9.9kg with stand
Those figures come from Vizio’s original 2019 V-Series user manual.
What the V505-G9 still does well
4K resolution is still perfectly usable
A 50-inch 4K panel is not obsolete just because the TV is several years old. For streaming TV, movies and ordinary console gaming, 3840 × 2160 remains the standard resolution most buyers want.
Dolby Vision support is a genuine plus
The V505-G9 supports Dolby Vision in addition to HDR10 and HLG. That gives it broader HDR-format support than some similarly old budget TVs.
It has useful legacy connectivity
Three HDMI inputs, Ethernet, optical audio and analogue RCA audio output make the V505-G9 relatively flexible with older sound systems and AV equipment. Modern budget TVs sometimes simplify these connections.
Where it now feels old
It is limited to 60Hz
The panel is 60Hz. That is completely adequate for television and 30/60fps console games, but it is not a high-refresh gaming display.
If you are comparing refresh rates for a gaming setup, see our updated 75Hz vs 144Hz vs 240Hz guide.
No modern VRR gaming features
Current entry-level Vizio 4K models add HDMI variable refresh rate and Auto Low Latency Mode. The V505-G9 predates that feature set, so it is much less attractive for a PS5, Xbox Series X/S or gaming PC.
Age matters more than the original review score
With a used TV, panel condition, backlight uniformity, remote condition and previous usage now matter as much as the original specifications. A seven-year-old bargain can become expensive quickly if the backlight or main board fails.
How it compares with a current 50-inch Vizio
Vizio’s current 50-inch 4K range is still 60Hz at the entry level, but models such as the 50-inch 4K Smart TV now add Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth headphone support, Dolby Vision, HDMI VRR and Auto Low Latency Mode.
That does not mean the old V505-G9 suddenly looks bad. It means the price gap has to justify what you are giving up.
Should you buy a Vizio V505-G9 in 2026?
Buy it only if it is very cheap and you have confirmed the panel works properly. It can still be a decent bedroom TV, spare-room screen or low-cost 4K set for ordinary streaming.
I would skip it if:
- the seller wants anything close to the price of a new budget 4K TV;
- you want VRR or modern gaming features;
- the screen shows bright spots, dark bands or uneven backlighting;
- the remote or stand is missing and replacement costs erase the saving.
What to check before buying used
- Play a bright full-screen image and look for dark patches or obvious backlight failure.
- Check all three HDMI ports.
- Test Wi-Fi and the streaming interface.
- Confirm the remote works.
- Listen for buzzing or distorted speakers.
- Make sure the stand feet or wall-mount hardware you need are included.
Verdict
The V505-G9 has aged better than many cheap 2019 TVs because its basic 4K panel, Dolby Vision support and connection options are still useful. But it is now a legacy-value purchase, not a current recommendation. If a newer 50-inch Vizio or comparable budget TV is only modestly more expensive, the newer model is the better long-term buy.
