Customer Ratings & Reviews

The TCL 98” Q8 is amazing. I had an 85” Sony Bravia (2023) model which was great, but it doesn’t compare to the picture quality of this TCL. No blooming or blurred scenes. I have a surround sound system so I didn’t spend much time using the installed audio.

I watch mostly SD (1080 or 720) sources and was worried that a 98 inch tv would look terrible. Not at all. It looks stunning (even with DVDs). I am using it with an easel style stand that works very well. My only issues are nitpicks. First, it is VERY reflective. When it is showing black during the day, it is like a mirror (with noticeable rainbow from direct sources). At night and in most scenes, this is not an issue. It takes a few second to find my tivo. It also has to find wi-fi each time it turns on (less than 10 seconds). My delivery was an issue. The company called the night before and told me they thought my stand would not work (they did not even know what stand I was using) and they did not think it would fit in my house (they had no idea what my house was like). When they arrived, he said it would not fit. I had a board that was the length and width of the TV and showed him it would fit with some (not much) room to spare. He said that none of these TVs fit and that he had failed to deliver any of the 8 sets he had tried to deliver before he got to me. He finally said that he would only deliver if I took full responsibility (which I did). At 3 points he claimed he could not get it in the door and each time I had to show him that all he needed to do was make a slight adjustment. The delivery team did not want to do the job. Be prepared to push them. Once inside they refused to do the log in to the streaming services (as was supposed to be included) since it would take too much time. No big deal since I could do it. To sum up: TV 5 stars, delivery 1.5.

Outrageously incredible. I'm not sure where to start. Not only does this TV produce amazing picture quality, it's edge to edge basically zero bezel turns the TV into a beautiful room centerpiece. I've had it for a month. Zero issues, zero buzz (IYKYK), and jaw-dropping brightness and color. I primarily watch sports (streaming via Google TV) on it and am blown away each time.

It has a beautiful picture but we put a sound bar on it so we don't know about the sound. The 9k doesn't look that much better, just a little brighter. Both look amazing.

Honestly, this thing is a game changer. I was debating between this 98-inch TCL and a high-end projector setup, and I am so glad I went with the TV. The Unboxing & Setup (Heads Up): First off, do not underestimate the size of this box. It is massive. You absolutely need 2-3 strong people to move it and lift it onto the stand or wall mount. Measure your doorways and stairwells before hitting "buy"—I had to take a door off its hinges to get it into the media room. Once it's up, though, it’s a showstopper. The "Zero Border" design looks slick; it’s basically all screen. Picture Quality: The brightness on this panel is insane (specs say 5000 nits, and you can really feel it). Unlike a projector that gets washed out if you open the blinds, this thing punches right through daylight. Black Levels: The QD-Mini LED tech is the real deal. With the thousands of dimming zones, the blacks are almost OLED-level deep. I was worried about "blooming" (that halo effect around bright objects on dark backgrounds), but TCL’s new halo control system handles it incredibly well. Star wars space scenes look ink-black, not milky gray. Upscaling: 4K content looks razor sharp. 1080p streaming content looks good, but if you watch a lot of really low-quality cable or old 720p sports broadcasts, you might notice some softness just because the screen is so huge. It exposes every flaw in the source material, but that's expected at 98 inches. Gaming: If you have a PS5 or Series X, this is a dream. It runs natively at 144Hz, and I haven't noticed any input lag. Responsiveness: Playing shooters on a screen this size usually feels slow, but the response time here is snappy. Features: It supports VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, so I haven't seen any screen tearing. The "Game Bar" that pops up to show fps and settings is a nice touch, actually useful and not just a gimmick. Sound & Features: Audio: The built-in speakers are actually tuned by Bang & Olufsen this year (2.1.2 channel setup). They are surprisingly loud and clear for TV speakers, with decent height effects for Dolby Atmos. I still ended up hooking up my soundbar for that extra bass rumble, but you could definitely get away with just the TV audio for casual watching. Smart OS: The Google TV interface is fast and snappy. It hasn't crashed on me yet, and the hands-free voice control actually works when my remote is lost in the couch cushions. Remote: Speaking of the remote, it's backlit (finally!) which is huge for movie nights in the dark. It feels a bit longer than necessary but has a nice premium weight to it. The Verdict: It's not perfect—the anti-glare coating is good but can catch rainbow reflections if you have a bright light directly opposite the screen—but for the price, nothing touches it. It’s basically a wall of glass that makes sports and movies feel like you're in the stadium or theater. If you have the wall space, buy it.

This TV will meet and exceed your expectations! I am coming from a Sony TV and I was hesitant on trying this brand. I am very impressed with the picture quality and brightness and I am hoping this will last more than 8 years since my Sony lasted that long.

Best quality/size TV bang for the buck! Needs some tweaking of picture settings to go from good to great! OLED has slightly better picture, but much more expensive.

I have the 98KM8K. Installed by Geek Squad on Sep 18. Squad set-up and checkout were excellent. Some six hours into use, the set developed a hum and modulating pulse string (morse code like). This "Buzz" defect has been noted on several review websites (Andrew Robinson, Rtngs.Com) and on AVSForum and Reddit. Based on another user's reporting and documentation (see AVSForum), TCL has been attempting an onsite field fix with some success. I have been in contact with TCL support and have a ticketed case number where I have performed the various trouble shooting steps, supplied requested audio files and screen shots and am awaiting feedback and next steps. However, my Best Buy return window is down to a week. My concern is that since there is likely a defective lot locally warehoused, an immediate replacement will likely have the same fault just as reported by another reviewer here. As this site is monitored by TCL Support I'd like them to take the following actions: (1) Formally note that there is a defect and provide a technical bulletin and Service Department POC so the customer can provide a compelling reason for vendor return and replacement/refund as desired and, (2) Provide a warranty roadmap so current users following TCL service request procedures have a means to understand when a warranty fix might be expected.

I have had LG OLED Tv's for the past 10 years or so. Was not sure about the TCL. Store Manager talked me into it. 6 months later and I love the TV. Have had zero problems. The blacks are not quite as good as my 77" OLED but the size and overall movie experiance is just better. Got it on sale for a really good price. Had Bestbuy do the install and the guys they sent were great. I do not use built in software, as I use a shield pro for all of that. So not sure how that part works.

This TV is capable of doing anything you throw at it. It is bright enough for any room, and technically sound enough for any enthusiast! Fast response for any gaming needs and sports…

I purchased the 98" TCL QM8K TV with high hopes, but unfortunately, it has a major flaw: a persistent buzzing sound at peak brightness. The noise disappears only when the brightness is lowered to 49 or below. Best Buy was helpful and exchanged the original unit for another of the same model. Sadly, the replacement has the exact same issue. Extremely disappointing for a premium TV. I’d like to exchange it for a different brand—even if it means paying more—but after emailing Best Buy, I’ve received no response. Buyer beware: while the picture quality is stunning, the buzzing completely ruins the experience. For reference, the exchange happened in September 2025. I’m now out $3,000 and stuck with a frustrating product. Just search “buzzing sound TCL QM8K”—I’m clearly not alone.

Great picture, very bright, but colors are maybe more vivid than they should be, though I don’t mind it. Very happy with my purchase.

I've had this TV now for about 3 weeks and have watched maybe 20 hours on it by now. I am very happy with the purchase. The visual quality depends highly on the source. The 4K/Dolby Vision/HDR 10 programming from steaming Netflix/Disney+ has been amazing. Watching older shows/movies that have not been remastered isn't great but it's also not bad. This is a complaint that I've read in reviews before I purchased this TV so I knew what I was getting into. With this TV you'll want to get the top tier streaming quality in order to really appreciate it. I was worried that 98" was going to be too big but I feel that its perfect for my set-up which is a home theatre in the basement sitting on a sofa about 16 feet from the screen.

Excellent quality at an unbeatable price. I've seen some reviewers mention buzzing with their units and I was a bit anxious about our unit having the same issue, but I'm happy to say our unit works without any such buzzing noises. The picture quality is great, with minimal blooming from bright content in dark scenes. Also enjoy that it has the standard Google TV software for ease of use and enjoying different media apps. Giving a special shoutout to Best Buy's service and delivery team. My first unit had issues due to a poor delivery experience (screen cracked), but Best Buy promptly scheduled another delivery and sent 3 delivery guys to handle this massive TV. Second time was the charm :)

I love the size, been wanting a 98" for several years. So far, it's exceeded my expectations other than stutters on some streaming apps.

Excellent TV. Inky blacks. Little bloom. Motion looks great so far. Close to OLED. Bought the 98” and very happy with the purchase

Great picture and super bright for the money - great deal. Delivery guys were super. Awesome purchase!

Fantastic TV - Previously had the QM7 and you can indeed tell a difference between the two. For the time being until the QM9K comes down in price, this is the best value for a 98". Delivery was good as always. Refer to Rtings for the technical details!

98” and it looks really good even on regularly broadcasted television and even better on 4k shows! The google tv is good too - we had some issues at first but make sure the tv software updates and it works fine. Also the sound is really good, has bass you don’t even need a sound system if you don’t want one. Overall very happy!

Love the TV! Deep blacks, awesome backlighting that doesn’t bloom, and near OLED quality for a faction of the cost. Only issue is the whine or hum you hear when you have the brightness at anything higher than 50%. I really don’t notice it when there’s lots of background noise or an average sounding scene, but once it gets quiet, it’s definitely noticeable. Not in a position to move this huge TV again as it’s hung on the wall, so just kinda going to deal with it at this point. I’ve read it’s something to do with the power supply, so doubt a firmware update can fix it. It’s still a good set, just wish it didn’t have this issue.