The LG NANO90 is a better choice if you prioritize gaming performance, as it has a high response time and low input lag which is great for fast action. It also has better sound quality, making it a good fit for an immersive viewing experience without extra speakers.
On the other hand, the TCL Q6 is more budget-friendly and offers great value for cartoons and animation, making it suitable for families and animation enthusiasts. Its black uniformity is excellent, contributing to better dark room performance, which is important for watching movies.
In brightly lit rooms, both TVs perform well, but if you're looking for superior color accuracy and viewing angles, the LG NANO90 has the advantage. Remember that the LG NANO90 is typically much more expensive, so if cost is a key factor, the TCL Q6 might be the more economical choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG NANO90 (LCD)
Very good for gaming
Good for use as monitor
Good for upscaling
Good motion processing
Very good reflections
Advantages of the TCL Q6 (LCD)
Good for bright room
Key differences
Picture Quality
6.1/10
6.9/10
5.28/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
6.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.5/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL Q6 (LCD) and LG NANO90 (LCD) both have only fair picture quality, though the TCL Q6 (LCD) has somewhat better picture quality.
Sports
6.8/10
6.2/10
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG NANO90 (LCD) and TCL Q6 (LCD) are both only fair for sports, though the LG NANO90 (LCD) is somewhat better.
The LG NANO90 has better viewing angles which is good for sports when you have a wide seating arrangement, and a very good reflection handling which helps minimize the impact of lighting in the room, but it has only fair motion processing which can affect fast-paced sports clarity. In comparison, the TCL Q6, while having fair motion processing as well, has poor reflection handling which isn't ideal for bright rooms, and its viewing angles are not as wide, which could limit the view for people sitting off to the side. Both have somewhat similar gray uniformity, which is decent for sports but won't be the standout feature for either TV.
Gaming
8.0/10
5.8/10
7.6/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.4/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
50.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
19.0/100
7.6/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
The LG NANO90 (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the TCL Q6 (LCD) is poor.
The LG NANO90 offers a better gaming experience compared to the TCL Q6 because it has a higher refresh rate and a lower input lag, which means it can display fast-moving content more smoothly and respond quicker to gaming inputs. While the TCL Q6 actually has the lowest possible input lag, making it very responsive, its lower refresh rate at 60Hz compared to the LG's 120Hz could make it less ideal for high-paced gaming where smoother motion is crucial.
Cartoons & Animation
5.6/10
6.6/10
6.5/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.3/10
6.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.5/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
4.3/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
5.8/10
5.9/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.2/10
The TCL Q6 (LCD) is only fair for cartoons & animation, while the LG NANO90 (LCD) is poor.
The LG NANO90 struggles with cartoons and animation due to poor colors out of the box, making it less ideal for the vibrant hues typically found in those media, whereas the TCL Q6, though not exceptional, has a good color gamut which helps in displaying a wider range of colors, making animation look more appealing.
Cost
$1,719
$700
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The LG NANO90 (LCD) has a price of $1,719 and the TCL Q6 (LCD) costs $700.
The TCL Q6 (LCD) and LG NANO90 (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV.
The LG NANO90 has a lower contrast ratio, less capable local dimming, and poorer black uniformity than the TCL Q6, making it less ideal for watching movies where these factors are crucial for deep blacks and shadow detail. Additionally, while the TCL Q6 shows significantly better black uniformity which benefits movie viewing, its subpar local dimming may lead to less defined dark scenes and overall contrast, affecting cinematic quality.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.4/10
6.2/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
The LG NANO90 (LCD) and TCL Q6 (LCD) are both only fair for news, talk, & other TV.
The LG NANO90 and the TCL Q6 both perform decently when watching news and talk shows due to their good upscaling capabilities and SDR brightness that make standard definition content look clear and remain visible in average-lit environments. However, the LG NANO90 offers slightly better color accuracy out of the box and a wider color gamut for more realistic hues, while the TCL Q6 excels at contrast which can help make images pop but may not be as pronounced in typical broadcast content.
Bright Room
6.9/10
7.2/10
6.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.4/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
7.2/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.6/10
8.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers TCL Q6 (LCD) to be good for bright room, while the LG NANO90 (LCD) is only fair.
The LG NANO90 has a good SDR and HDR brightness and very good reflection handling, allowing for a fair experience in bright rooms. In contrast, the TCL Q6 boasts very good SDR brightness and poorer reflection handling, but overall, provides a good bright room performance due to its higher brightness and better contrast.
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How the LG NANO90 (LCD) and the TCL Q6 (LCD) compare to other TVs
"Here we have HDR pictures that look bright, but also manage to typically hit decently deep black levels.WebOS continues, though, to be one of the easiest to use. Connections are strong for a mid-range TV. Native 4K pictures look crisp and detailed."
"If you’re looking for a good overall viewing experience without spending a lot, the TCL Q6 fits the bill. With its good color reproduction, the image on the screen will do just fine, especially for HDR content."
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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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