TCL - 65" Class QM8-Series 4K UHD HDR QD Mini LED Smart Google TV (2024)
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QD-Mini LED - QM8Screen Size Class
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Highlights
- Key Specs
- Display Type: LED
- Resolution: 4K (2160p) (Refers to the number of pixels, both horizontally and vertically, used to capture video/images. The higher the resolution the finer the detail that can be seen.)
- Screen Size Class: 65 inches (The group size measurement of a screen. This differs from a screen size measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- High Dynamic Range (HDR): true (An HDR-compatible 4K TV or other HDR-compatible product displays HDR video content when it's available from sources like 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Discs and 4K streaming services.)
- High Dynamic Range Format: Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) (There are a few HDR formats that tell the TV or other HDR-compatible product how to best utilize its capabilities to display HDR content. HDR technology can support one or multiple formats, each with various benefits to picture quality.)
- LED Panel Type: Mini-LED QLED
- Backlight Type: Full Array Local Dimming (Edge-lit: lights are on the edges of the display with ~10 zones of vertical LEDs. Direct-lit: lights are on the edges and behind the screen for more light uniformity than Edge-lit. Full array: direct-lit with local dimming for greater contrast with up to 100 zones of LEDs.)
- Refresh Rate: 144Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
- Motion Enhancement Technology: Motion Rate 480 (Proprietary technologies produced in addition to the Refresh Rate that smooth out faster moving pictures to reduce blur and pixelation.)
- Specific Manufacturer Technologies: QD-Mini LED, QLED PRO, High Brightness Ultimate, TCL AIPQ PRO Processor, Game Accelerator 240, Dolby Vision Gaming, Onkyo 2.1.2 Speaker System (This is technology that's specific to a TV brand (sometimes called proprietary technology). Here you'll see terms related to picture quality, brightness, processors and more.)
- Smart Platform: Google TV (Just like a computer, a smart TV needs an operating system (also called a smart platform) in order to access the Internet, connect with entertainment apps, and play streaming content. Some common TV smart platforms are; Roku TV, Android TV, and Chromecast.)
- Featured Streaming Services: Netflix, Prime Video, Peacock, Hulu, Disney+, YouTube, YouTube TV, Vudu, Google Play Movies & TV, Spotify (Streaming services and other programs are available on this device. Keep in mind, there may be more services supported than just those shown here.)
- Number of HDMI Inputs (Total): 4
- TV Tuner Type: ATSC, ATSC 3.0 (NextGen TV), NTSC, Clear QAM
- Works With: Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home (Compatible with or able to be connected to other smart devices or applications.)
- Voice Assistant Built-in: Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
- General
- Brand: TCL
- Model Number: 65QM851G
- Product Name: 65" Class QM8-Series 4K UHD HDR QD Mini LED Smart Google TV (2024)
- Color: Black
- Series: QD-Mini LED - QM8 (Part of a group of the same product type with similar features.)
- Model Year: 2024
- Dimensions
- Product Height With Stand: 34.25 inches
- Product Width: 56.69 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth With Stand: 11.73 inches
- Product Height Without Stand: 32.68 inches
- Product Depth Without Stand: 2.2 inches
- Product Weight With Stand: 60.65 pounds
- Product Weight Without Stand: 51.19 pounds
- Stand Width: 13.46 inches (The horizontal measurement of the stand/base, or the distance from the outside of one leg to the outside of the opposite leg, as it is attached to the product.)
- Stand Depth: 11.73 inches
- Adjustable Stand Width: false (Whether the stand can adjust to have more than one measurement either between the legs or the base itself.)
- Display
- Display Type: LED
- Resolution: 4K (2160p) (Refers to the number of pixels, both horizontally and vertically, used to capture video/images. The higher the resolution the finer the detail that can be seen.)
- Screen Size: 65 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Size Class: 65 inches (The group size measurement of a screen. This differs from a screen size measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- High Dynamic Range (HDR): true (An HDR-compatible 4K TV or other HDR-compatible product displays HDR video content when it's available from sources like 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Discs and 4K streaming services.)
- High Dynamic Range Format: Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) (There are a few HDR formats that tell the TV or other HDR-compatible product how to best utilize its capabilities to display HDR content. HDR technology can support one or multiple formats, each with various benefits to picture quality.)
- Picture Quality Enhancement Technology: 4K HDR Pro
- LED Panel Type: Mini-LED QLED
- Backlight Type: Full Array Local Dimming (Edge-lit: lights are on the edges of the display with ~10 zones of vertical LEDs. Direct-lit: lights are on the edges and behind the screen for more light uniformity than Edge-lit. Full array: direct-lit with local dimming for greater contrast with up to 100 zones of LEDs.)
- Curved Screen: false
- Refresh Rate: 144Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
- Motion Enhancement Technology: Motion Rate 480 (Proprietary technologies produced in addition to the Refresh Rate that smooth out faster moving pictures to reduce blur and pixelation.)
- Synchronization Technology: FreeSync Premium Pro (AMD Adaptive Sync) (Generally, these technologies allow syncing between a computer/console game's frame rate and the device's refresh rate for a smoother display without tearing.)
- Closed Captioning: true (The text version of spoken audio displayed on the screen. Devices that can display closed captioning typically have the option to toggle the feature on or off.)
- Language(s) Displayed: English, Spanish, French (The available language options for displayed text or captions.)
- Features
- Remote Control Type: Backlit, Voice control
- Specific Manufacturer Technologies: QD-Mini LED, QLED PRO, High Brightness Ultimate, TCL AIPQ PRO Processor, Game Accelerator 240, Dolby Vision Gaming, Onkyo 2.1.2 Speaker System (This is technology that's specific to a TV brand (sometimes called proprietary technology). Here you'll see terms related to picture quality, brightness, processors and more.)
- Smart Capable: true (Smart, or smart-capable devices are able to connect directly to your home network in order to stream content from the Internet, run Internet-based apps, or connect to other smart devices.)
- Smart Platform: Google TV (Just like a computer, a smart TV needs an operating system (also called a smart platform) in order to access the Internet, connect with entertainment apps, and play streaming content. Some common TV smart platforms are; Roku TV, Android TV, and Chromecast.)
- Featured Streaming Services: Netflix, Prime Video, Peacock, Hulu, Disney+, YouTube, YouTube TV, Vudu, Google Play Movies & TV, Spotify (Streaming services and other programs are available on this device. Keep in mind, there may be more services supported than just those shown here.)
- Screen Mirroring: true (Casts the screen of one device onto another wirelessly, using a common protocol (typically Bluetooth).)
- Screen Mirroring Technology: Apple AirPlay 2
- Content Sharing: Mobile to TV (The device is capable of connecting to another device in order to send or receive streaming content. Share content from your mobile device to your TV or vice versa.)
- Indoor Or Outdoor Use: Indoor (Indicates the appropriate environment product was designed to be used in.)
- Text-To-Speech: false (A system that converts language text into speech.)
- Video Description: true (Indicates whether the device features descriptive video service (DVS). This service provides narration of key elements in the program, such as actions, costumes, and scene changes, to help engage visually-impaired audiences.)
- V-Chip: true (Feature that blocks television programming if it has a content rating outside of the acceptable rating(s) configured by the user.)
- TV Tuner: Digital (The ATSC TV Tuner is a component built into conventional TV sets or other devices for receiving over-the-air broadcast TV without a cable/satellite box. Digital tuners may be purchased separately and connected to a device if it does not have one built in.)
- Connectivity
- Number of HDMI Inputs (Total): 4
- Display Connector(s): 2 x HDMI 2.1, 2 x HDMI 2.0 (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- Network Connector(s): 1 x LAN
- Audio Only Outputs: 1 x 3.5mm audio
- USB Ports: 2 x USB-A 2.0, 1 x USB-A 3.0 (The number and type of USB ports the product has.)
- HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC): eARC
- Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- HDBaseT Receiver: false (An input that receives uncompressed HDMI signals over a category cable point-to-point, up to 100 meters, from a transmitter.)
- TV Tuner Type: ATSC, ATSC 3.0 (NextGen TV), NTSC, Clear QAM
- RF Antenna Input: true (This input is used to connect devices such as antennas or cable boxes to a TV via a coaxial cable.)
- Number Of USB Port(s) (Total): 3 (The total number of USB ports including all generations and versions.)
- Wireless Networking Standard: Wi-Fi 6 (The wireless networking standard used by the device. Each iteration of the standard developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance corresponds to an existing IEEE 802.11 protocol; for example, standard 802.11ac (or AC) is termed Wi-Fi 5. Refers specifically to the standard the device is designed to use, but ultimately determines product interoperability and backward compatibility including previous versions.)
- Bluetooth Version: 5.2 (The Bluetooth specification formalized by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group. All versions of the Bluetooth standard are backwards compatible with previous versions.)
- Headphone Jack: true (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
- Compatibility
- VESA Wall Mount Standard: 400mm x 400mm (VESA wall mount standards refer to the spacing of screw holes built into a TV in order to fit with standard TV wall mounts. These standards are implemented into most TVs and monitors.)
- Works With: Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home (Compatible with or able to be connected to other smart devices or applications.)
- Voice Assistant Built-in: Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
- Audio
- Built-In Speakers: true
- Surround Sound Supported: Dolby Atmos, IMAX Enhanced, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital, DTS:X, DTS Virtual:X (Surround sound systems use multiple audio channels and speakers to create an immersive sound experience for the listener. There are also various proprietary technologies that imitate this kind of sound via a device's built-in speakers or soundbar.)
- Speaker Output: 60 watts
- Number Of Speakers: 7
- Number of Audio Channels: 2.1.2 (The number of discrete channels of sound output. This can be a single number or multiple numbers separated by decimal(s). The first number is the primary, horizontally directed audio channels. The number after the first decimal, if applicable, is the number of subwoofer outputs or channels. The number after the second decimal, if applicable, is the number of height or atmospheric channels designed to immerse the listener by producing overhead sound effects.)
- Power
- ENERGY STAR Certified: false (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
- EPEAT Qualified: false (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria.)
- Estimated Annual Operating Cost: 67 United States dollars (Predicted cost of operating the product under average conditions for one year.)
- Estimated Annual Electricity Use: 418 kilowatt hours (Predicted amount of electricity needed to operate the product under average conditions for one year.)
- Rechargeable Battery (Remote Control): false
- Battery Size (Remote Control): AAA (The battery size required for operation.)
- Number Of Batteries Required (Remote Control): 2
- Number of Batteries Included (Remote Control): 2
- Battery Chemistry (Remote Control): Alkaline
- Included
- Wall Mount Included: false
- Stand Included: true
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year limited
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year limited
- Box Dimension
- Height: 39.37 inches
- Width: 64.76 inches
- Depth: 6.89 inches
- CubicDimension: 17566.7523 inches
- Other
- UPC: 846042090100
TCL QM8 Q-Class QD-Mini LED Smart TVs combine stunning 4K HDR and advanced Quantum Dot Mini-LED technology in a 360° metal bezel-less design for a true flagship TV experience. With the QLED PRO technology and HDR ULTRA with Dolby Vision IQ you can enjoy enhanced contrast, vivid colors, and fine details. TCL’s High Brightness ULTRA Direct LED Backlight produces up to 5,000 nits peak brightness for dazzling specular highlights, perfect for any viewing environment. QD-Mini LED, with up to 5,000+ zones, adapts to on-screen content for deep blacks without image blooming powered by TCL's AIPQ PRO Processor, an advanced processor optimizing each scene with machine learning for an unrivaled cinematic experience. 120 Hz native panel refresh rate with Motion Rate 480 focuses on best-in-class motion clarity producing smooth video playback. Game Accelerator 240 and Auto Game Mode makes gameplay blistering fast, keeping you ahead of the competition. TCL QM8 TVs feature Dolby Atmos, DTS Virtual:X, and an all new ONKYO speaker system with up-firing drivers and a built-in subwoofer for a completely immersive experience. Enjoy no compromise performance with TCL QM8 Class Smart TVs, the ultimate TVs.
- 4K UltraHD Resolution: Experience incredible detail with 4X the resolution of 1080p Full HDTVs.
- QD-Mini LED: With up to 5,000 local dimming zones, and precise zone control utilizing the powerful TCL AIPQ PRO Processor, QM8 is the ultimate 4K TV. QD-Mini LED delivers stunning picture quality with simultaneous ultra deep blacks and ultra bright whites, and higher color volume, for premium picture quality in any room environment.
- QLED PRO – Quantum Dot Technology: Rich, vibrant colors covering nearly the entire DCI-P3 color space to bring images to life.
- High Brightness ULTIMATE LED Backlight: With up to 5,000 Nits peak brightness, QM8 models create ultra bright images with dazzling specular highlights, for a truly immersive and realistic cinematic experience.
- 120Hz Panel Refresh Rate (144 Variable Refresh Rate): Watch action-packed movies, fast-paced video games, and live sports with an ultra-smooth viewing experience, free of motion blur.
- TCL AIPQ PRO Processor with Deep Learning AI: Powerful, advanced processor intelligently optimizes the color, contrast, and clarity for an unrivaled 4K HDR experience.
- HDR ULTRA with Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10+, HDR10, & HLG: Enjoy enhanced contrast, accurate colors and fine details utilizing all the most advanced HDR formats.
- Motion Rate 480 with MEMC Frame Insertion: Combines multiple motion enhancement technologies for best-in-class motion clarity.
- Game Accelerator 240: With up to blistering fast 240 VRR, enjoy more responsive gameplay without lag, designed to keep you at the top of any leaderboard.
- Auto Game Mode (ALLM) with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro: Automatically enables game mode for the lowest possible input lag and latency for an unmatched gaming performance.
- IMAX Enhanced Certification: Best-in-class certified TVs that meet high requirements for resolution, contrast, brightness, color and sound, ensuring a more immersive cinematic experience.
- Dolby Atmos Audio: Advanced spatial audio processing found in Movies, TV Shows, and Video Games.
- ONKYO 2.1.2 Speaker System: High performance speakers specially tuned by ONKYO, a legendary Hi-Fi audio company.
- Built-in ONKYO Up-Firing Speakers: Immersive audio placing you in the center of the soundstage.
- Built-in ONKYO Subwoofer: Enhanced bass performance for a deeper sound than standard TV speakers.
- DTS Virtual:X: Advanced audio post-processing for your everyday content offering an immersive 3D sound, all from just your TV speakers.
- Bluetooth Personal Audio: Pair your favorite Bluetooth headphones to the TV for a private listening experience.
- ATSC 3.0 NextGen TV Digital Tuner: Receive up to 4K HDR and immersive audio from your OTA antenna.
- FullView 360 Metal Bezel-less Design: Elegant edge-to-edge glass design for a modern design that blends seamlessly into any home.
- Anti-Glare Screen: Special coating to reduce reflections and improve picture performance in rooms with high ambient light.
- 4 HDMI Inputs including one with eARC: Four high-speed HDMI inputs for the best connection to gaming consoles, set-top boxes, AV receiver, and more.
- Wi-Fi 6: Advanced Wi-Fi technology optimizing your high-speed internet connection for better streaming quality.
- Google TV Smart OS with Hands-Free Voice Control and Backlit Voice Remote: The entertainment you love. Google TV brings your favorite movies, shows, and live shows together.
- Google Chromecast Built-in: Works with the streaming apps you know and love: Enjoy TV shows, movies, videos, songs, games, sports and more from thousands of apps.
- Works with: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit: Use your voice to control your TV using the most popular voice assistants.
Whats Included
- Remote Control
- Power Cable
- User Manual
- TV Stand
Documents
- Energy_Guide_PDF
Disclaimers
- Web-based services and content require high-speed Internet service. Some services may require a subscription.
Q: Does this TV include a built-in subwoofer?
A: Yes, this TCL TV features a built-in ONKYO subwoofer for enhanced bass performance compared to standard TV speakers.
Q: What version of Bluetooth does this TV use?
A: This TV is equipped with Bluetooth version 5.2.
Q: How many HDMI inputs does this TV have?
A: This TV is equipped with four HDMI inputs, including one with eARC support.
Q: What is the peak brightness level of this TCL TV?
A: The TCL QM8 TV boasts a peak brightness of up to 5,000 nits, creating exceptionally bright images with striking specular highlights.
A: Yes, this TV supports HDR ULTRA with Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10+, HDR10, and HLG, allowing you to enjoy enhanced contrast, accurate colors, and fine details using the latest HDR formats.
Q: What is the screen resolution of this TV?
A: This TV has a 4K Ultra HD resolution (2160p), offering four times the detail of a standard 1080p Full HD TV.
Q: What type of speakers does this TV have?
A: This TV is equipped with a 2.1.2 channel ONKYO speaker system.
A: It stays on the last mode it was in on the last picture mode. Hope this helps! Thank you, TCL Customer Support
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| Pros for TCL - 65" Class QM8-Series 4K UHD HDR QD Mini LED Smart Google TV (2024) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Picture Quality, Brightness, Black Levels, Price, Ease of use | Picture Quality, Brightness, Black Level, Refresh Rate, Viewing Angle | Picture Quality, Brightness, Refresh Rate, Black Level, Setup | Picture Quality, Brightness, OLED Quality, Setup Ease, Design |
| Cons for TCL - 65" Class QM8-Series 4K UHD HDR QD Mini LED Smart Google TV (2024) | |||
| Motion Handling | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— |
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Customers often highlight the exceptional picture quality, brightness, and deep blacks of the 65" Class QM8-Series 4K UHD HDR QD Mini LED Smart Google TV (2024). Many also praise its affordability and ease of use. However, some users note that motion handling could be improved, particularly for fast-paced content. The impressive HDR performance is also frequently mentioned as a positive aspect.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
TCL narrowed the gap with Sony, LG, and Samsung
I was in search of a 65 inch TV right around the $1,000 price point(with wiggle room) for my living room. Living room has windows and gets bright during the day, but I have shades I can always lower. I spent a lot of time heavily researching TV’s from various brands, various retailers, and went to several stores to see these TV’s in person and compare. I’m big on picture quality, so it was important to me to get the best bang for my buck. I considered Sony, LG, Samsung, TCL, and Hisense TV’s. I have an LG G3 in my basement and prefer OLED picture quality, but budget was making that a challenge for a 65 inch TV. After comparing in store and several Youtube video comparisons, I opted to try out the 65 inch TCL QM851G because the blacks looked nearly OLED like with excellent contrast and colors. I don’t know what the quality of TCL is as this is my first TCL TV, so I did add the 5 year Best Buy protection plan since the TV only comes with a 1 year manufacturers warranty. Ordering/Pickup: Best Buy was great. I ordered online pickup and it was ready for pickup in less than an hour. Went inside and showed my receipt and they had two employees load the TV up for me. Setup: Unboxing the tv, putting the stand on, and placing the TV was all very smooth and easy. Turn the TV on, connect to wifi, log into your Google account, firmware update installed, and several apps I use were already on the home screen ready for me to use. Linked to my phone and iPad very easily. TV OS: The QM851G has Google as the operating system. Very easy to navigate and I haven’t experienced any lags to this point. Nice and fast. Quick to learn. Picture Quality: Picture quality out of the box is excellent. Very bright and vibrant colors that really pop. Probably the brightest TV I’ve ever seen. Blacks are almost OLED like with no black crushing which was a concern of mine prior to purchasing. The black bars while watching movies are actually black and not grey like a lot of other non-OLED TV’s. Stunning contrast that will have you thinking you may be watching an OLED TV. Motion settings needed to get tweaked for fast moving scenes, but once you dial in the picture settings, this TV’s picture really stands out! TCL has really made strides in catching up to Sony for motion processing and they’ve narrowed the gap. Bright room: The brightness of this TV really aids in a bright room setting. Reflections are minimal and really only show on the black bars surrounding the TV when it’s very sunny out. Even dark movies during the day were fine for me to watch. Dark room: You’ll probably want to turn the brightness down in a dark room setting, but this TV is stunning. I’ve seen some details in dark movies I’ve never seen before when watching the same movie in the past. Very happy with the dark room performance of the TCL. I’ve included pictures of both settings for you to see how the TV looks with various content. Sound quality: This TV has impressive sound. TV speakers are always a major step down from a soundbar or sound system, and I think this TV would benefit from at least having a soundbar. But the sound quality is very impressive for a TV. The best I’ve heard from TV speakers. Decent bass and tremble. Depth to the sounds. I tried a Dolby Atmos test video and even though I don’t have surround speakers, when the volume is up around 65-70, I could get some surround sound effects from the speakers. Soundbar or sound system is best if you’re seeking that cinematic experience. If not, the TV speakers will be more than enough for you, so it saves you money from purchasing a sound system. I’ve had this TV for almost a full week now and I’ve watched several of my go-to movies to compare with my LG G3 OLED in the basement and I’m seriously impressed. Batman vs Superman and The Batman are two dark movie tests that passed with flying colors. The Avenger movies and the Rings of Power series all looked amazing on this TV. I don’t feel the need to go in the basement to watch on my OLED TV like I previously felt with having this TV available and now allows me to decide where to watch based on the room atmosphere I prefer. Now for the negatives/con’s that I ran into. Upscaling of low-quality content is not always the best. I watched the first X-Men movie which was made in 2000 and the picture quality seemed rather soft and fuzzy. I pulled up the same movie on my OLED and it looked significantly better. The TV has randomly shut off in the middle of playing a movie twice over the last week and I ran into one instance I couldn’t get content to play for me. I could browse apps an select a movie, but the initial ad screen would pop up and never play no matter what I did. Unplugging the TV and plugging back in resolved this issue and it hasn’t happened since. I’m curious how sports will look when the NFL season starts. The broadcast quality of regular TV isn’t very good, so it will be interesting to see how the TCL handles live TV broadcasts. The YouTube videos I watched of games looked decent, but YouTube quality can sometimes be lacking of live content. I’m not a gamer, so I cannot speak to gaming, but based on my reading, this was a highly recommended TV for gamers. Overall thoughts: I’m blown away by the quality of TV you get at this price point. If you want an OLED TV at the same size, you’re paying nearly double for it. The QM851G is the flagship TV for TCL and it’s a great TV. Very bright, deep blacks, awesome contrast, and the picture just pops off the TV. If you want a TV very close in quality and in some aspects, even surpassing Sony, LG, and Samsung, this would be the TV to look at. Looking at price points and TV sizes, you’ll save a lot of money going with TCL. I highly recommend this TV.
Posted by WilliamR
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Definitely better than the 2023 QM8!
Simply amazing - I enjoyed the 2023 TCL QM8 but noticed black crushing despite the latest firmware update helping somewhat so after watching some early reviews, got the 2024 TCL QM8 and moved the older one into the play room. THIS is an amazing improvement in all counts especially the shadow details - black crushing is gone! Although dark scenes on my Sony A95K OLED still has more shadow detail, this QM8 is way brighter than any TV I've ever seen for watching sports and Netflix. It also comes with a backlight remote like last year. I LOVE IT! Highly recommended.
Posted by HiDef4Me
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great TV
We are really satisfied with this tv. Had an old dLP tv and this is sooo much better, the settings are simple and easy to use . Also the sound quality works really well for us, good clarity of sound, and no complaints at all
Posted by HowardJ
