
TCL QM5K Series Smart TV, The New Definition of Affordable Premium, is ideal for fast action movies, sports, and next level gaming TCL’s Halo Control System that includes the New Super High Energy LED Microchip, Condensed Micro Lens, Micro OD Reduced Optical Distance, High Contrast HVA Panel, QLED, Zero Delay Transient Response, Bi-direction 23-bit Backlight Controller, and Dynamic Light Algorithm for Stunning “Halo-Free” Images. With Up to LD500 Precise Dimming Series and High HDR Brightness, you’ll experience pure black levels and a great picture in virtually any room lighting environment. TCL's AIPQ Processor, an advanced processor optimizing each scene with machine learning, provides an unrivaled cinematic experience. Motion Rate 240 provides smooth video playback and with TCL's Game Accelerator 144 and Auto Game Mode, gameplay is blistering fast, keeping you ahead of the competition.
A: This was my question and, now having received the TV and placed the legs on the TV, it only has one placement for them. It is 33.5 inches wide. All other websites have the correct stand dimentions, except Best Buy.
Q: Facing the front of the TV, which side is the power cord on?
A: Left Side
A: You can program the TV to power on to the last used input. In order for the TV to power on to the last used Input, you would go to the following: Settings>System>Power&Energy>Power On Behavior>Last Used Input. Hope this helps! Thank you, TCL Customer Support
Q: Instead of using the google tv on this tv Can I use a Roku 4k streaming box with this tv instead ?
A: This TCL TV features various inputs that can be used to connect external devices like a Roku device. Hope this helps! Thank you, TCL Customer Support
Q: How are the viewing angles? Looked at other cheaper TCL models and all seem to be pretty poor.
A: The majority of our customers report a good experience with the viewing angle on this TV. For detailed information, many TV review websites commonly publish performance measurements using their test methods. Hope this helps! Thank you, TCL Customer Support
Q: Does it have a sleep timer?
A: This TCL TV features a sleep timer that can be found in the settings menu. Hope this helps! Thank you, TCL Customer Support
Q: Are the legs on the TV movable for size adjustment?
A: This 50 inch TCL TV only has one option for feet placement. The feet spacing to fit on a stand is 33.5 inches. Hope this helps! Thank you, TCL Customer Support
A: This TCL TV features VRR up to 144Hz. Hope this helps! Thank you, TCL Customer Support

TCL QM5K Series Smart TV, The New Definition of Affordable Premium, is ideal for fast action movies, sports, and next level gaming TCL’s Halo Control System that includes the New Super High Energy LED Microchip, Condensed Micro Lens, Micro OD Reduced Optical Distance, High Contrast HVA Panel, QLED, Zero Delay Transient Response, Bi-direction 23-bit Backlight Controller, and Dynamic Light Algorithm for Stunning “Halo-Free” Images. With Up to LD500 Precise Dimming Series and High HDR Brightness, you’ll experience pure black levels and a great picture in virtually any room lighting environment. TCL's AIPQ Processor, an advanced processor optimizing each scene with machine learning, provides an unrivaled cinematic experience. Motion Rate 240 provides smooth video playback and with TCL's Game Accelerator 144 and Auto Game Mode, gameplay is blistering fast, keeping you ahead of the competition.

TCL Q6 Q-Class Smart TVs combine premium picture technology with outstanding value for endless entertainment. QLED Quantum Dot technology and HDR PRO+ with Dolby Vision you can enjoy enhanced contrast, accurate colors and fine details utilizing all the most advanced HDR formats with Motion Rate 240 with MEMC frame insertion for exceptional motion clarity. TCL’s High Brightness+ Direct LED Backlight produces brighter images for an enhanced viewing experience for all your favorite movies and TV shows. Now featuring the TCL AIPQ Processor that optimizes each scene for an unrivaled cinematic experience. Beyond movies and TV shows, you can get in the game with Auto Game Mode for the lowest latency for a more responsive gameplay without lag, designed to keep you at the top of any leaderboard. Including Dolby Atmos, DTS Virtual:X, and a new Enhanced Dialogue Mode, TCL Q6 TVs provide a complete audio package. TCL Q Class Smart TVs: Compelling Color and Choice.

The LG OLED B5 is a premium watching experience that offers more than meets the eye. You'll be able to keep pace with the action with a native 120Hz refresh rate for smoother movement whether you're gaming or watching sports. Entertainment extras like Dolby Vision*, Dolby Atmos¹ and FILMMAKER MODE give you the big-picture experience straight from your couch. Enjoy outstanding picture powered by the α8 AI Processor, which uses AI to detect what you're watching and automatically improves the picture and sound quality of whatever you're watching. Search less and stream more, thanks to the next generation of AI technology from LG webOS 25. With Quick Cards, group your favorite apps into categories and even have instant access to over 300 free channels with LG Channels.² All LG OLED TVs have NVIDIA G-Sync, AMD FreeSync Premium and VRR to further improve gaming quality. And four HDMI 2.1 inputs allow you to plug in all the devices you need for the win. Whether you game on consoles or on the cloud,³ the LG Game Dashboard and Game Optimizer put all the control at your fingertips.

TCL QM6K Series Smart TV, The New Definition of Affordable Premium, is ideal for fast action movies, sports, and next level gaming TCL’s Halo Control System that includes the New Super High Energy LED Microchip, Condensed Micro Lens, Micro OD Reduced Optical Distance, High Contrast HVA Panel, QLED, Zero Delay Transient Response, Bi-direction 23-bit Backlight Controller, and Dynamic Light Algorithm for Stunning “Halo-Free” Images. With Up to LD500 Precise Dimming Series and High HDR Brightness, you’ll experience pure black levels and a great picture in virtually any room lighting environment. TCL's AIPQ PRO Processor, an advanced processor optimizing each scene with machine learning provides an unrivaled cinematic experience. 144Hz native panel refresh rate with Motion Rate 480 focuses on best-in-class motion clarity producing smooth video playback. With TCL's Game Accelerator 288 and Auto Game Mode gameplay is blistering fast keeping you ahead of the competition. TCL QM6K TVs feature Dolby Atmos, DTS Virtual:X, and an all new ONKYO speaker system with a built-in subwoofer* for high performance spatial sound. TCL QM6K Series Smart TVs are the new definition of Affordable Premium.
| Pros for TCL - 50" Class QM5K Series 4K UHD HDR QD-Mini LED Smart TV with Google TV (2025) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Picture Quality, Brightness, Setup Ease, Black Level, Weight | Picture Quality, Brightness, Ease of Use, Setup, Price | Picture Quality, Setup Ease, Black Level, Refresh Rate, OLED Quality | Picture Quality, Brightness, Refresh Rate, Setup Ease, Gaming Performance |
| Cons for TCL - 50" Class QM5K Series 4K UHD HDR QD-Mini LED Smart TV with Google TV (2025) | |||
| Connectivity, Refresh Rate, Viewing Angle | Remote Control, Connectivity, User Interface | Remote Control, Button Layout | Connectivity |
Customers are impressed with the picture quality of the 50" Class QM5K Series 4K UHD HDR QD-Mini LED Smart TV, as well as its brightness, ease of setup, and surprisingly light weight. The deep black levels achieved by the mini-LED technology are also appreciated. However, some customers have noted limitations in the viewing angle, gaming performance, and refresh rate.
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I bought this TV during the 2025 Holiday/EoY sale for about 50% off, and have had a chance to put it through its paces. Let me tell you, this TV, for the price point? Stop looking, you're done. There are some concessions that were made to get the QM5K priced the way it is, though, details below. What you sacrifice: Audio is mid, extra mid on the 50", but if you plan on running a soundbar like most anyway, it's a non issue. 50" also lacks some of the gaming features that the 55" and up have, so if you're a gamer, or have one in the house, get the 55"+ . A point on AI features: The motion smoothing can be a little artifacty around certain objects at times when turned up to a high setting when combined with the dynamic contrast in intelligent mode. Maybe a software update can fix this later, just be aware that this does happen occasionally if you are a heavy motion smoothing user. What you get: Great quality picture for the price. Dolby Vision and HDR10+ look gorgeous. Colors pop, and contrast is great. It also gets bright -- plenty bright for a living room during the daytime. There are a good amount of picture settings to play with, brightness/contrast/local dimming/AI stuff, etc so it may take you a bit to get everything dialed in, but once you do, *chef's kiss* Is it the best TV out there? Of course not. Is it the best TV for the price point? Absolutely yes. Pictures are undoctored, cell phone camera tries, but doesn't do it justice. Looks better in person.
GL00 Posted
I own 3 TCL TVs bought 5 years apart. This is my 4th. All work flawlessly. I got this 50" TCL QM5K TV on sale for a great price. It appears to be a Best Buy exclusive. I use this as a computer monitor and a TV in my office. With a little tweaking it has crystal clear text and images as a monitor. I tried using a TCL 4 series as a monitor. Excellent budget TV but as a monitor -NOPE, ghosted text and just not precise enough. This TV is a work horse. Great gaming monitor but you are limited to 60fps because of the refresh rate. The compromises over the larger QM series are fewer dimming zones, a slightly less powerful image processor and a 60hz panel. I think because of this standard definition processing is a little 'blotchy' but imminently watchable, depending on the source but with higher resolution in HD and UHD the picture is what you'd want from a QLED TV. Blac levels are black. No blooming. See the dandelion photo. It has a very low glare screen. Minimal reflections. Picture is bright even in a sunlit room. The sound is actually quite good for a TV. No bass of course. The images I included are very close to the actual display. Yours may vary. Additionally, I'm a ROKU fan but the built in Google interface is admittedly very good; very snappy. I had an extra ROKU stick that has all my logons and preferences already installed or I would use the the Google interface. I also hope all Best Buy staff are as responsive as this store. I wanted this TV but was sold out at the time. I went back a couple days later and they had two just come in still in plastic wrap buried in a 'Jenga' looking palette. The sales person politely said, "I can't sell you those yet". I asked to speak to a manager and explained I am here to buy this TV not just look. At first he also said couldn't do it - not yet in inventory. I explained but if I wait they could be sold when I come back later. He said hang on a minute and left to check if they were reserved for online orders. They were not. Rather than pass up the sale the manager deviated a bit from their usual process and carefully removed the TV from the stack, logged it into inventory on the spot and said get your vehicle and we'll have it for you out front. Outstanding customer service! I knew they could have stuck with their rules but instead they made the sale. Thank you to that manager and thanks to Best Buy. Also, this isn't the first time staff at my local Best Buy have worked with me to do what they could to make a sale I was happy with or offer an unsolicited suggestion that saved me money and lowered their profit but increased my loyalty. I'll always check with Besy Buy before looking online. They are often higher on little things but usually match online prices with big ticket items. And easy returns. That instant response to the customer is lost if we lose our 'brick and mortar' stores.
Wilsonfg59 Posted
The TCL QM5K 50” QD-Mini LED delivers vibrant 4K HDR picture quality, deep blacks, and bright colors. Google TV and built-in Chromecast make streaming easy, while Dolby Atmos provides immersive sound. Sleek design, easy setup, and great value for movies, shows, and casual gaming.
Jisan Posted