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Updated January 10, 2024·
The decision between the LG QNED90 and the TCL R648 depends on your preferences and viewing habits. If you prioritize gaming performance, either TV will serve you well, but the LG has a slight edge in response time. For those who watch a lot of movies or series in darker environments, the TCL R648 offers better dark room performance due to its higher contrast and better black uniformity, enhancing the viewing experience. However, if you are going to watch TV in bright rooms, the LG QNED90 has a slightly higher bright room performance, which means it could handle reflections and maintain visibility slightly better in well-lit conditions. The TCL R648 generally offers superior picture quality and color accuracy, which could be more appealing for movie enthusiasts. Consider the TCL R648 if you value superior dark room viewing and overall picture quality and are willing to pay a higher price. Choose the LG QNED90 if you're looking for a more cost-effective option that performs slightly better for gaming and in brightly lit rooms. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG QNED90 (LCD)
- Very good for news, talk, & other TV
- Good for upscaling
- Good motion processing
- Good viewing angle
Advantages of the TCL R648 (LCD)
- Very good for bright room
- Good for movies & TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
- Very good reflections
Key differences
Movies & TV
6.8
7.6
5.60/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
5.3/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.5/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL R648 (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the LG QNED90 (LCD) is only fair.
The LG QNED90 is evaluated as fair for movies and cinematic TV because it has lower contrast, black uniformity, and poorer color performance straight out of the box compared to the TCL R648, which impacts its ability to display deep blacks and vibrant colors essential for a good cinematic experience.
Cartoons & Animation
7.6
8.6
7.8/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.8/10
7.4/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.6/10
8.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
7.6/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.0/10
5.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
The TCL R648 (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the LG QNED90 (LCD) is good.
The LG QNED90 is good for watching cartoons and animation due to its good performance in colors out of the box and a good color gamut; however, the TCL R648 outshines it with an excellent score in colors out of the box while still maintaining a good color gamut, enhancing the vibrancy and consistency required for such content.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
7.3
7.7
5.60/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
7.4/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.6/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL R648 (LCD) and LG QNED90 (LCD) both have good picture quality.
Sports
6.7
6.5
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
8.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG QNED90 (LCD) and TCL R648 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The LG QNED90 offers good motion processing and reflection handling, but has a limited viewing angle which could dim the picture when viewed from the side. On the other hand, the TCL R648 exhibits good response time ideal for fast-moving sports action, yet struggles with viewing angles and reflection handling, making it less suitable for bright, wide rooms.
Gaming
8.1
8.2
7.6/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.2/10
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
70.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
8.6/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
The TCL R648 (LCD) and LG QNED90 (LCD) are both very good for gaming.
The LG QNED90 is notable for its very good input lag, which makes gaming feel responsive, and a solid response time that reduces motion blur, plus it supports 4K gaming at 120Hz for smooth gameplay. The TCL R648 also has very good input lag, ensuring quick responses in gameplay, and its response time is also rated as very good, providing clear motion with minimal blur, and it also supports high refresh rates, making it well-suited for gaming.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.0
7.5
8.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG QNED90 (LCD) to be very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL R648 (LCD) is good.
The LG QNED90 is very good for watching news, talk shows, and other TV programs thanks to its very good SDR brightness and effective upscaling, which ensures that it can handle lower resolution content typically found in such programs with clarity. The TCL R648, while good in the same viewing scenarios, excels with excellent color accuracy straight out of the box, which means colors in any content will look very vibrant and true to life, but it may fall behind the LG QNED90 in SDR brightness and upscaling ability, impacting its performance slightly in comparison when displaying standard dynamic range or lower resolution content.
Bright Room
7.7
8.1
7.7/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
8.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
8.3/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.9/10
6.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers TCL R648 (LCD) to be very good for bright room, while the LG QNED90 (LCD) is good.
The TCL R648 is considered very good for watching TV in a bright room due to its excellent SDR brightness and better handling of reflections compared to the LG QNED90, which has very good SDR brightness but only fair reflection handling. Additionally, the contrast, color volume, and color gamut of the TCL R648 are superior, further enhancing its performance in bright environments.
Cost
$2,000
$2,000
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The LG QNED90 (LCD) has a price of $2,000 and the TCL R648 (LCD) costs $2,000.
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Spec Comparison
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| LG QNED90 (LCD) | TCL R648 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,000 | $2,000 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2021 | May 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65QNED90 | 65R648 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 8K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | webOS | Roku TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.8/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.1/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.8/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.8/10 | 6.6/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.6" x 56.9" x 1.1" | 32.7" x 57" x 3" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.4" x 56.9" | 35.1" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 57.8 lbs | 70.1 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 X 400 | 400 x 400 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | Yes | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 5.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.2 | 2.1 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 40 W | 50 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Yes, Bypass only | |
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Stratos Kampourogiannis | September 2021
"When it comes to HDR brightness it has very bright highlights and impressive HDR. In terms of design the QNED90 looks beautiful. The TV did great with fast response times, excellent reactions and instant rendering of all our commands. If you look for a good performing premium 4K TV the QNED90 ticks all the boxes."
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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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