Customer Ratings & Reviews

Decided to pick up this Q65H soundbar to upgrade my sound experience to go with my QM8 I originally had a soundbar already but it wasn’t as loud or clear as i would have wanted it. Especially when I would watch at night and cant have my shows too loud. It has a night mode option that lowers the dynamic volume to a quieter environment. Right off the bat super easy to set up, you just have to plug in the power cable from the soundbar as well as the subwoofer. Hdmi does come included so all you have to do is plug it in the earc and you’re pretty much all set. You can use your regular remote to control the volume as well so more convenient when you only want to use one remote. The soundbar is also really sleek and has a nice premium design to it. The Raydanz really does make a significant difference with the dolby atmos for the clarity and submerse you into the sound. Putting on the new Jurassic Park trailer and right off the bat you can definitely feel the bass and feel like you’re at the movies. I replaced an old samsung sound bar that was a 3.1 and now going to the tcl q65h 5.1 really does make a difference in my experience now. I am sorta hard at hearing and have not had any issues since replacing to the Q65H. Will definitely enjoy movie nights!! If you’re looking for a good premium soundbar and not pay an arm or a leg I would recommend the TCL Q65H

I've been using the TCL Q65H for about two weeks now, and I'm really impressed. Didn't expect such a noticeable difference from regular TV speakers! Watching movies is where it really shines - action scenes have proper punch, and dialogue stays crystal clear (no more rewinding to catch mumbled lines!). The wireless subwoofer adds just the right amount of bass without being overpowering. Setup couldn't be easier - just one HDMI cable and you're good to go. Bluetooth works perfectly when I want to stream music from my phone too. Love how slim it looks under my TV. For the price? Definitely worth it. My movie nights have seriously upgraded!

I'm upgrading from a JBL Bar 2.0, and the sound quality upgrade is insane. The soundbar was so easy to install with the included sub pairing with the bar immediately. Volume and clarity are great, especially for the price. And it's so easy to tune with only a couple of button presses. The sleek design also allows it to blend in without looking too chunky.

I recently upgraded to the TCL Q65H soundbar, and it has completely transformed my movie nights. The Dolby Atmos sound is so immersive and room-filling, it feels like I'm in a cinema. The wireless subwoofer delivers a powerful bass punch that brings action scenes to life. Setup was incredibly simple – I was up and running in minutes. For the price, the sound quality and features you get are outstanding. It's the perfect addition to my entertainment setup. Highly recommended!

I’ve been using the TCL Q65H soundbar for a couple of weeks now, and it’s been a fantastic upgrade to my home theater setup. For the price (I got it on sale for around $349), it delivers a level of performance that’s hard to beat. Sound Quality: The Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support really makes a difference. The sound feels wide and immersive—even without rear speakers. The upward-firing drivers and TCL’s Ray-Danz tech actually give you that height effect, especially in movies. Bass: The wireless subwoofer is punchy and deep. You can definitely feel it during action scenes or when listening to music with a strong low-end. It's well-tuned and doesn’t overpower the mids. Clarity: Dialogue is super clear, thanks to the dedicated center channel and the built-in voice enhancement. I no longer have to keep rewinding to catch what characters are saying. Setup & Features: The setup was quick and simple. The HDMI eARC connection to my TV was seamless, and it includes all the key ports (HDMI in, optical, USB, aux, Bluetooth). I do wish it had a mobile app or Wi-Fi streaming, but for the price, it’s not a dealbreaker. Design: It's not the flashiest looking bar, but it’s clean and low-profile under the TV. The build feels solid, and the sub looks sleek tucked next to my console. It lacks voice assistants and app control, but for under $400, it’s a great value for movie nights and music. Highly recommended if you want surround sound without breaking the bank.

I decided to get the TCL Q65H to upgrade from a Samsung 2.1 sound system. My old Samsung soundbar was nice to just have forward firing speakers. They did the job, but I never felt like I was getting that full, immersive experience you hear people talk about with premium audio. I finally decided to invest in something a little more serious and after some research I landed on the Q65H because I learned TCL manufactures their own products. With the addition of premium features like Ray-Danz and Atmos included into a 5.1 channel sound system this was a no brainer. It’s the first soundbar I’ve bought with real performance in mind, and it absolutely delivered. Right out of the box the soundbar setup was simple with the sub wirelessly connecting to the soundbar as soon as you plug it in. I had it up and running, playing around with the settings in less than 10 minutes. The difference in quality from my old setup is insane!!! Dialogue is clearer and the immersion from the Ray-Danz and Atmos working together really comes through in all settings. From movies, music to even gaming and sports each of the settings enhances what I'm watching and really adds another layer of immersion to the experience. For someone like me, stepping up from average gear but not ready to drop thousands on premium audio, this soundbar hits a perfect balance of premium quality and performance at an exciting price. It’s the first time I’ve felt truly excited about audio at home and I can’t imagine going back.

I own a TCL QM8 TV and the TCL Q65H soundbar with wireless subwoofer definitely enhanced my viewing and listening experience watching movies, music videos and playing various video games. It came with everything needed for setup (other than a philips head) for setting up the included wall mount which made mounting it to any solid surface a complete breeze. Instructions were easy to read and understand. The AI sonic adaptation feature was really cool because it allows the sound to move side to side and "follow" the visuals. It also has a voice mode which seemed to tone down the background noises while simultaneously raising the voices during movies/TV shows.My girlfriend really liked that option because she doesn't have great hearing. When playing music or video games like Call of Duty Zombies, the subwoofer delivered really nice, clean bass. I spent some time playing Call of Duty Zombies with the surround sound feature turned on and I could almost hear the zombies behind me even without rear speakers thanks to the Ray-Danz technology. In the beginning scene of The Dark Knight the clicks during the reloading of the harpoon gun were crystal clear and with my previous soundbar it wasnt audible at all.The other thing i loved about it was that the soundbar has a 4k HDMI pass through and I was able to plug in my Nintendo Switch 2 without sacrificing an HDMI port on the back of my TV. With all its features and ease of used, I'd recommend this soundbar to anyone looking for a good priced soundbar.

I recently picked up the TCL Q65H soundbar to pair with my Sony 85” TV, and I’ve got to say—it totally transformed my home theater setup. I mostly watch action and horror movies, and this soundbar really delivers when it comes to clear dialogue, booming bass, and immersive surround effects, thanks to the Dolby Atmos support. The setup was super easy. No lag, no complicated settings—just plug and play. I really appreciate how the center channel keeps voices crisp, even during loud scenes, and the subwoofer adds a deep rumble that you can feel. Explosions, car chases, gunfights—everything sounds so much more intense and cinematic now. What really surprised me is how wide and spacious the soundstage feels. Even without rear speakers, the angled side drivers do an amazing job at filling the room with sound. It feels like audio is coming from behind and above you, which makes horror movies especially gripping. You can literally hear footsteps or whispers coming from different directions, which adds to the suspense. I also use it to stream music via Bluetooth, and the sound quality holds up great. Whether it’s bass-heavy music or dialogue-focused content, everything sounds clean and balanced. If you’ve got a big screen like mine and want theater-like sound at home, especially for action or thriller content, the TCL Q65H is 100% worth it. The performance, features, and price point make it a fantastic value. I’m super happy with the purchase and would absolutely recommend it.

Was doing a Bond movie marathon, so I decided to get a soundbar to better enjoy the classics. Didn't want to spend too much money for just a soundbar and sub and decided to get this one. The package has some weight on it but has all the cables and easy set up. I just have the soundbar on the stand, but it's nice that it comes with mounting brackets if i change my mind. I was expecting something pretty decent and better than the mini soundbar we were using. We started the movie, and we could tell the sound was better than the mini sounbar we were using, and the sub was definitely better. We immediately heard more sound effects, the dialog was better, and my favorite part (the title sequences) were more enjoyable. I went to the room at one point and could still hear it down the hall. After the first movie, i messed with the settings a bit. I had to download the app to optimize the sound. It took a few minutes, but afterward, it sounded more surround than the first time. We also played some Forza afterwards, and the racing was more immersive than before. I could feel the tire screeching on the turns. I didn't have to set the volume at more than 30 percent, but for more bombastic movies, I'll probably be blasting it. Im probably gonna look into getting the upgraded versions, but for the price Im happy to report this was definitely better than what I was expecting.

I’m glad I got this, even though I bought it without seeing it first. I have so much to say about this soundbar. First off, it’s incredibly loud and clear about volume level 30 is the max for me. I love that it has an HDMI passthrough for my Blu-ray player. It’s clearly a virtual surround soundbar (5.1). It’s great that it supports all sound formats, including DTS:X. Having a Blu-ray player that supports DTS:X is important because if the disc uses DTS:X, most of the time there’s no Dolby audio, which would mean the soundbar wouldn’t output any sound. That’s a big benefit for me, since I do have that situation with some movies and TV shows. I used the TCL Home app to access the AI Sonic feature. After downloading the app, you can connect via Bluetooth and use it to calibrate the room or seating position to ensure you're always getting the best sound, no matter where you’re sitting. The app also includes TCL-recommended presets, and you can adjust the treble and bass to your personal preference. One unique feature of the soundbar itself is the Ray-Danz technology. It creates a wide “soundstage” that makes it feel like there are speakers on the sides, even when there aren’t. It really is a great soundbar, and when I think about others in the same price range, I’m impressed! The only thing I might regret is not getting the model up—the Q75H.

I just got the TCL Q65H soundbar to go pair up with my QM8 tv, and its already made a huge difference. Set up was simple- just one HDMI cable (included) into the eARC port on my TV, and the soundbar and wireless subwoofer connected instantly. The soundbar and subwoofer also feel well built- solid and sleek with a clean design that fits nicely under my tv and looks in the set up. Right away, The sound quality stood out. Dialogue is clear and the bass has a deep powerful feel that makes everything more engaging. The Ray-Danz technology does a great job creating a wide, immersive soundstage. Allowing for a more cinematic experience. The included remote is straightforward and responsive, there’s also a TCL app for remote control and updates, though I haven’t used it yet. Overall, I’m really happy with this soundbar so far. It delivers great performance for the price and was super easy to get started with. Definitely a solid upgrade!

The TCL Q65h, has many different ways to connect to your devices. I personally love using HDMI EARC for a simple experience with support for dolby atmos. With the option of bluetooth 5.1 to my phone and other devices when i need a quick connection to play some music. The sleek and slim remote, and easy access to controls on the bar when i lose the remote. This bar has one of the most complex and complete soundstages from when im playing games to watching movings. It fills my living room with the amazing base out of the subwoofer, while sitting on my mantle this bar fills my large living room with immersive sound.

I replaced my old Sony TV with a TCL TV and love it. I was so impressed with the Quality I decided to replace my Sony soundbar with the TCL Q65H Soundbar. This Soundbar is absolutely amazing!!! The sound quality is great, everything is so crisp, clear, and the set up couldn't be any easier. With my old Soundbar the preset sound modes were never really perfect and always sounded off but with the Q65H, weather it's in movie mode, game mode, or just standard they make what you are watching sound excellent. After doing some research I learned that TCL manufactures their own products and that is very evident in the quality of this Soundbar. It has a real premium feel and look and the technology in the soundbar is pretty impressive for the price. Dolby Atmos, Ray Danz, and AI Sonic adaption all come together to create an amazingly rich and full sound that fills the room.

I wasn’t ready. I turned it on and suddenly my living room transformed into a private movie theater. I’m talking floor shaking bass, crystal-clear dialogue, and sound effects flying past my head like I was in an action film. Literal surround sound magic. Subwoofer? It rumbles like a gentle earthquake. Now my toddler thinks every show is a concert and I’m ignoring calls just to rewatch old movies just to do the extra. Warning: If you get this soundbar you may get evicted lol.

The new TCL Q65H soundbar exceeds all expectations. This 5.1 sound system generates a lot of power without creating any distortion thanks to their RayDanz technology. For Movies, the built in voice enhancement really helps seperate vocals from the rest of the surrounding sounds. When listening to music, the deep enriched bass gives you concert like sound! Partnered up with my TCL TV it really ties the two together and creates an easy to use system. Super simple to switch from HDMI eARC, bluetooth and optical when connecting to multiple devices. Overall, the performance from this soundbar will blow you away!

Excellent sound quality. Subwoofer provides ample bass. Set up was easy as well.

Sound Quality: The sound quality is excellent, especially for one in this price range. You will find that it is significantly better than your TV speakers in every way. You will need to tinker with the settings to get the best experience out of it as the default settings do not sound very good. This has very good high range and mid-range sound with good stereo separation. It does have a good sounding subwoofer, but you must turn up the base to hear it. One important thing to note is that they claim this has surround sound, but it doesn’t sound like it. It does fill the room with sound and makes it sound a lot better. It does rely on the sound bouncing off the walls and ceiling to provide surround sound. I have this in the corner of the room on a corner TV stand, so I don’t know if works better against a wall. Connecting: This was so easy to set up and it works right away. You connect power to the soundbar and subwoofer and connect an HDMI cable between the soundbar and the eArc HDMI port on the TV. Yes, you must have an eArc connection on the TV for this to work but nowadays, I think most TVs have this. That is all there is to connect it. This is almost the length of my 55” TV, with a fairly large subwoofer. Sound Settings: Pretty much all the sound settings can be adjusted from the remote control. As I mentioned, the default sound settings out of the box do not sound good and you might regret your purchase, but if you take the time to adjust them, you will find that it can sound excellent. Of course, everyone’s taste is different, so this is only my preference. Surround sound: This is needed to make the sound fill the room and you will probably want to turn this on. It defaults to off. Sound mode: This allows you to adjust sound processing based on the content you are watching such as movies, games, vocals, etc. There are a bunch of different ones. I found that using the movie setting makes all the content sound best, but again this is preference. One thing I will say is the default no processing makes it sound no better than the TV speakers. Treble and bass: Does what it says and does it well. I found the default treble was fine, but I had to turn up the bass to hear anything out of the subwoofer. Once I did, it had a lot of punch to it. Vocal: You can turn on vocal mode which does bring out the voices of the actors, but everything sound tinny. Night mode: Everything sounds the same except with the volume lower. This basically is no different than turning down the volume. Multifunction Display: There is a dot matrix display on the front of the unit that shows you a bunch of information such as settings, input being used, surround sound state, etc. The brightness can be adjusted with the remote control. It also turns completely off while you are watching content. Device Control: This and the TV have the ability to control each other. When you turn on the TV, the soundbar wakes up. When you turn off the TV, the soundbar goes to sleep. You can adjust the volume directly on the soundbar, but if you change the volume on the TV, it also controls the volume of the soundbar. Remote Control: The remote control has pretty much every button you could want. You can control every setting, change the input, turn on and off voice and night mode, change volume, change the brightness of the display, and mute the sound. It also can pause and play the content and advance it forward and rewind it. I tried a few different content providers, and these buttons didn’t work with any of them. I assume there is probably some content apps where they do work. The remote also allows you to switch to Bluetooth mode with one button. One thing is that the remote is not lighted. Inputs: This has several inputs, HDMI (so you keep the input that is normally on the TV available, Bluetooth, USB, and optical. Also, the inputs can be cycled through from the remote. That is all you will ever need. I do wish there were a couple of HDMI inputs in case I need more. I have a Sony soundbar for my game room that has two HDMI inputs, and I use both. I’m a gamer so I have a bunch of consoles connected. Wrap-up: This is an excellent soundbar, especially for the price. Yes, you can get better ones, but you will pay a lot more for them. Out of the box, it does not sound very good, but after playing with the settings, you will be pleased with it. You also must understand that the surround sound function will fill the room with sound which really helps, but you will not get true surround sound. If this sounds like a good fit, then go out and get yourself one.

BACKGROUND: OK, I’ll admit it, I am a HDTV Sound-Bar junkie. Have owned about two dozen different manufacturer’s models from small entry level 2-channel units, up to very large 9.1.2 systems. Currently I have five sound bars in actual use with this new TCL Q65H 5.1 replacing one of those existing units that does not have a subwoofer. SETUP: Pretty easy to connect the two supplied non-polarized power cables to the soundbar and subwoofer. Then add the suppled high-speed HDMI cable to my HDTV’s eARC port to the sounbar’s eARC port. The soundbar connected wirelessly with the sub when both were powered up. Turned on the TV and began to step through the suppled remote’s numerous sound features and options. Quick and painless. APPLICATION NO: Similar to most all vendor’s soundbar equipment, TCL has dedicated Android & IOS applications to access additional features. But whenever I install a new electronic device, I prefer to demo the unit without an application on the first day. And I can state that this TCL Q65H Soundbar functioned just fine using the suppled remote control without any additional assistance from an app. The only feature that could not be configured without the app is the “AI Sonic”, along with no access to device status information (Firmware Version, SN, Device ID, etc) APPLICATION YES: Day two, I did download the TCL HOME application that requires an TCL account setup with a Username with Password, plus your email address for verifying your new credentials. Yeah, I know, another online account... But I did find the features accessible through the Android phone app was worth the added configurations steps. I found using the app was far easier than the using the remote to toggle the different sound modes and EQ settings used to determine the most beneficial configuration for the media being watched. Example: A news TV station does not require “Surround” or “Movie Mode” and will sound better selecting “Voice Mode”. Note that when you use the remote to find the best setting, it will only cycle through all of the different modes; no backing up. While the application will let directly selecting the mode allowing you to switch between two modes for quick sound comparisons. Sweet Indeed! AI SONIC: Once the TCL Home application is properly installed, you are able to setup the “AI Sonic” feature that will use your phone’s microphone to measure test tones from the soundbar to equalize to your room’s acoustics and theoretically improve the overall soundstage immersive experience. Actually, you can setup three different AI Sonic configurations depending on your seating position locations. But in reality, one was sufficient for my demo. And yes, once the AI Sonic is properly calibrated, this system delivers a noticeable overall soundstage improvement with some of the Sound Modes. SOUND MODES: I really appreciate the numerous EQ Sound Modes TCL has pre-programmed: Standard, Movie, Music, Voice, Game, and Sports. Plus, there are Effects selections: Night, Surround Enhance, and Voice Enhance. In addition, there are Bass and Treble “Low, Medium, High” options. Adding in the AI Sonic feature, you should absolutely be able to fine tune the TCL Q65H to your specific listening requirements. I love the ability to tweak this system to perfection. VOLUME: This has to be one of the loudest soundbars I have ever demo’ed (installed in a 12’ x 17’ x 8’ Living Room.). Watching a DVD of the original 1996 “Twister”, I only had the volume set to 20 (can go to 100). And this soundstage was not only loud, but with the sub-woofer (placed in a corner) added thunderous bass that could be not only heard but also felt. Plus, I could not detect any distortion. REAR SPEAKER OPTION: Sadly, this appears to be the Q65H’s only limitation. There is no current option to purchase a set of rear speakers. Therefore, if you are looking for a system with future upgrading capabilities, you’ll need to look elsewhere; maybe check out the TCL Q85H. Note that TCL states “… The main bar incorporates not only the left, center, and right channels, but also uses our unique RAY Danz technology to steer the sound from the incorporated rear channel to the sides and even behind the listener…) DOLBY ATMOS: Since the Q65H does not have top mounted speakers to bounce effects off of your ceiling, the Dolby Atmos has to be simulated with proprietary codex’s similar to the rear speaker simulation mentioned above. To me, it’s a bit of sound processing “virtual magic” tricking the listener into hearing effects that are not actually being emitting from dedicated Atmos speakers. Nevertheless, the TCL Q64H does sound extraordinary and can compete with my other soundbars that actually have up-firing top mounted Atom speakers. RATING: After using the TCL Q65H Sound-Bar with their Home Application for the past five days, I believe it has earned a solid 5-Stars Rating for its ability to provide the listener a clear, loud, and overall three-dimensional audio experience that extends far beyond traditional two-speaker HDTV’s. Overall, I am extremely impressed with this sound system and will highly recommend to friends and family members.

TCL's Q65H Soundbar does a lot of things well and punches well above its weight at its price point overall. While the sound isn't the best you can buy, you'll be hard pressed to find better sound and features in this price range. Bear in mind, this is a 5.1 Sound bar meaning 5 channels all in front, so while it supports Atmos decoding, you're not getting any upfiring speakers or rear speaker channels. While the simulated surround is good, it simply cannot replace the rear positional effects you will get from remote satellites. This is also a big reason the Q65H is less pricey, as it has none of the satellites that you'll find on higher end units. Now onto some of the positives that are worth noting: * Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support. Make sure your content supports these formats as I found Atmos especially really makes this soundbar come alive. PCM on the other hand sounded much flatter and more muted overall. * Digital Display! Yay, not sure why so many "high-end" soundbars went away from this nice touch, you just want to know when Atmos switches on or what input you're set to without digging out the remote (which I never use unless fumbling to change the input) or pulling out your phone for the app. * HDMI Passthrough. While HDMI eARC is becoming the preferred method for connecting to a soundbar nowadays, it can still have problems. HDMI passthrough and 4K support allow you to directly connect a device to older displays that might not have eARC or multiple display inputs and play audio through the soundbar. * Small but solid remote. While I don't like to rely on the remote, I do like one that is small and functional, which this one is. It allows most all adjustments that I could tell on the remote, so no need to deal with the app. * Flawless eARC support with Phillips Hue 8K SyncBox. Everything worked as expected with my Apple TV and other consoles, hit the power and the Sync Box would power on the Q65H and light strip. I've had issues with even higher priced sound bars that were finally fixed with updates, but TCL handled all the handshaking and eARC/HDMI-CEC signals to power on flawlessly. So overall the Q65H performs great for its range, but it isn't perfect and won't wow you compared to higher end sound bars. The voice iso mode wasn't very different than the standard mode. While the sound was overall good and filled the room, the midrange was a bit muddy with multiple sounds often blending and trailing off. I personally prefer a more punch and quick response over soundstage saturation. The bass was actually more impressive than I expected given how compact and light the sub is, which was refreshing given how heavy and cumbersome some of them can be. Aesthetically its nothing special either. Its not offensive but its basically a no frills rectangle with sharp edges. The elliptical accent around the button cluster on top if I'm being honest, is the only thing that makes the soundbar look cheap. Still there's so much to like about this soundbar and overall it looks fine. There's a template and included mounting hardware if you want to hang the soundbar under your TV. I tend to swap them too often to do that, but everything you need to do it is included which is a nice touch. I'll likely put this in the basement as I already have a great soundbar. In the pictures you can see it connected to my 77" Samsung S90C OLED so it is a larger soundbar so make sure to measure and make sure it fits your space!

To start off, I've owned a relatively modern 2.1 soundbar from a competitor brand. I never really had complaints, but I always felt it was lacking in some kind of aspect. The 2.1 performance was decent, but there was always something *missing* be it subjective sound or features. > Enter the TCL Q65H Unboxing was simple. Typical soundbar "L" packaging. The 5.0 bar itself is a lot bigger than my previous 2.0 bar setup and tends to hang over on my bedroom stand. Not the biggest con since the rubber feet themselves grip on, but I'll likely have to figure something out in this regard. Maybe mounting the bar itself above my TV? In regards to that.. Yes, it does includes specific mounting bars. So that's and overall plus if I do decide to go this route. Remote is decent. Doesn't stand out. seems cheap, but works as one would need. I'll be using eARC through my native TV remote so this isn't make or break. SUBJECTIVE FIRST IMPRESSIONS: To say I'm blown away is an understatement. I typically wouldn't associate TCL as a brand that is known for "sound", but I've been super happy with the level of performance in basic streaming services that support auto detection. Sound is obviously subjective, but the soundstage on this unit has been significantly more immersive over my previous 2.1 setup. It's like.. night and day in some circumstances. Really impressed, especially at this price point. Music? Also good and I haven't even bothered to tune the thing. I'm pretty sure the average user wouldn't need to mess with this at all... It just works. PROS: -Subjectively sounds really good! -eARC streamline makes basic operation a breeze. -BT connects to my iPhone without hassle. Very easy to stream music and just play music without fiddling around with extra connections. -Supports most off the latest technologies including Dolby ATMOS and DTS:X -Satellite auto paired.. No real need to mess around with it. -Easy to set per room tuning. Has pre configured profiles that work well. -Stock HDMI cable has ferrite chokes, Improving and avoiding EMI issues from surrounding electronics. -Gets very loud without distorting! CONS: -Remote seems cheaper than my previous system.. (same price point).. Then again, the performance is also a step up, so I'm just nitpicking I suppose. OVERALL: It's hard to really fault this thing, especially if it were to go on sale. Unless you're an absolute audiophile and are looking for the best possible solution, then yeah, maybe legacy speaker setups are the better option for you. If you're looking for a good value 5.1 soundbar setup.. This thing is really difficult to beat. I generally agree with the perceptive conscious around this thing. It punches well above its price class. No questions. Haven't really run into issues within the first week either. It would 100% recommend this to everyone I know. It's a 5/5 from me.