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Updated January 10, 2024·
The LG A2 OLED offers superior picture quality for movies and better performance in dark rooms due to its perfect blacks. It's a high-end option with wider viewing angles but struggles with brightness in sunny rooms. This TV is typically much more expensive. On the other hand, the TCL QM8 LCD has better brightness for sunny rooms and superior performance for gaming, thanks to a higher refresh rate and lower input lag. It's more affordable but has limited viewing angles and lower performance in dark rooms compared to the LG A2. In summary, if you prioritize movie watching in darker environments and can afford a higher price, the LG A2 might be the choice for you. If gaming and sunny room performance are more important and you prefer a more budget-friendly option, the TCL QM8 could be more suitable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG A2 (OLED)
- Excellent for dark room
- Excellent for movies & TV
- Very good for sports
- Very good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for use as monitor
- Good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
- Excellent viewing angle
Advantages of the TCL QM8 (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
- Very good for gaming
Key differences
Movies & TV
9.2
8.3
10.00/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
8.5/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
4.8/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The LG A2 (OLED) is excellent for movies & TV, while the TCL QM8 (LCD) is very good.
The LG A2 OLED TV provides an excellent movie experience due to its perfect black uniformity and wide viewing angles, while the TCL QM8 LCD TV, though very good, falls slightly short in black uniformity and colors out of the box. OLED technology inherently delivers better contrast and local dimming which enhances cinematic content, while the QM8’s strength lies in brighter images and a wider color volume ideal for varied content and brighter rooms.
Sports
8.2
6.5
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
4.8/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG A2 (OLED) is very good for sports, while the TCL QM8 (LCD) is only fair.
The LG A2 OLED TV has excellent response time and very good viewing angles which are crucial for a smooth sports watching experience, while the TCL QM8 LCD TV, despite having a very good response time, offers lesser viewing angles, which might limit the view for multiple viewers spread out across a room. Additionally, reflections handling is critical for brightly-lit spaces, and both TVs perform very well in this regard, but the LG A2's superior motion processing ensures better clarity during fast-moving scenes commonly found in sports.
Gaming
7.1
8.3
9.3/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.1/10
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
100.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
90.0/100
6.9/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
The TCL QM8 (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the LG A2 (OLED) is good.
The LG A2 has "excellent" response time and "very good" input lag, making it a good choice for gaming, though constrained by its OLED 60Hz screen. However, the TCL QM8, with a "very good" response time and "good" input lag paired with a higher refresh rate LCD 120Hz display, offers a smoother gaming experience, hence it is considered very good for gaming.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.6
6.8
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
4.8/10
The LG A2 (OLED) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL QM8 (LCD) is only fair.
The LG A2 OLED TV outperforms the TCL QM8 LCD TV in watching news and TV programs because it has better upscaling of lower resolution content and superior SDR brightness, which is very important for such content. Additionally, the LG A2 delivers more accurate colors out of the box and a wider color gamut, along with better local dimming and contrast, which are somewhat important factors and contribute to a more vivid and clear viewing experience.
Bright Room
7.0
9.9
9.1/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
6.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
8.6/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.9/10
The TCL QM8 (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the LG A2 (OLED) is good.
The LG A2 OLED provides better contrast and handling of reflections for watching TV in bright rooms, making it good for such environments. However, the TCL QM8 LCD excels in SDR and HDR brightness and has a higher color volume, which can make it the best option for very well-lit rooms despite its somewhat lower performance in reflections handling compared to the LG A2 OLED.
Cost
$1,997
$1,498
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The LG A2 (OLED) has a price of $1,997 and the TCL QM8 (LCD) costs $1,498.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
8.7
8.5
10.00/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
7.5/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.2/10
WOLED
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
WBC
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The LG A2 (OLED) and TCL QM8 (LCD) both have very good picture quality.
Cartoons & Animation
8.7
8.9
8.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.1/10
7.5/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.2/10
7.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
8.8/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.6/10
9.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.5/10
The TCL QM8 (LCD) and LG A2 (OLED) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The LG A2 OLED stands out for cartoons & animation due to its excellent colors right out of the box, and its impressive color gamut provides vibrant and accurate shades. Conversely, the TCL QM8 LCD excels in color volume, which allows for a wider range of colors, especially at different luminance levels, making it equally exceptional for animated content.
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How the LG A2 (OLED) and the TCL QM8 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| LG A2 (OLED) | TCL QM8 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,997 | $1,498 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 3, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65A2 | 65QM850G | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | webOS | Google TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 3 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 8.8/10 | 8.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.1/10 | 9.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.2/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 9.2/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 8.2/10 | 6.6/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.8" x 57" x 1.8" | 32.6" x 56.9" x 1.7" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.3" x 57" | 34.1" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 37.7 lbs | 50.1 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 300 x 200 | 300 x 400 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | No | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 10/10 | 8/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 10/10 | 8/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.1 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 40 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Yes, Bypass only | |
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Al Griffin | August 2022
"Movie fans will find a lot here to love, and the A2 series’ low prices compared with other OLED TVs will keep their wallets happy. Images had the deep blacks and detailed shadows typical of the best 4K TVs, while colors looked both fully saturated and clean. Also, the A2’s out-of-box picture performance in Filmmaker mode was mostly accurate, requiring only slight adjustments to optimize brightness, color, and contrast."
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About LG
LG, a prominent TV brand from Korea, has played a significant role in popularizing OLED TVs. OLED technology is hailed as the future of TV technology. Their TVs employ WebOS, a proprietary smart TV software that not only offers seamless functionality but also includes gaming-specific features, earning praise from players worldwide. Often regarded as the gateway to unparalleled viewing experiences, LG's mid-range OLEDs come highly recommended, making them a worthwhile investment for those willing to stretch their budget for superior quality.
About TCL
TCL, the highly recognizable TV brand from China, has firmly established itself as the second-largest manufacturer in terms of sales volume. Renowned for striking an impressive balance between affordability, picture quality, and design, TCL TVs deliver a compelling overall package. While they have traditionally excelled in the low-end and midrange TV segments, TCL has recently made remarkable strides in the realm of high-end televisions, introducing impressive models that rival top competitors. Most TCL TVs use Roku software which is very user friendly and easy to use, but they have a few other models that use Google TV which has the largest app selection, but is not as user friendly as Roku.
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