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Updated January 10, 2024·
The LG C1 OLED TV is notably pricier but excels in gaming, dark room viewing, and movies, with high contrast and wide viewing angles making it well-suited to varied content and seating arrangements. However, its lower contrast and narrower viewing angles may reduce picture quality in off-center seats. Consider where and what you'll be watching to guide your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG C1 (OLED)
- Excellent for gaming
- Very good for sports
- Very good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for use as monitor
- Very good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
- Excellent viewing angle
- Excellent reflections
Advantages of the TCL QM8 (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
Key differences
Movies & TV
8.9
8.3
10.00/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
8.5/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
4.8/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The LG C1 (OLED) and TCL QM8 (LCD) are both very good for movies & TV, though the LG C1 (OLED) is somewhat better.
The LG C1 OLED boasts perfect black uniformity and contrast thanks to its OLED technology, which provides excellent performance for movies and cinematic content, especially in dark rooms; however, the viewing angles are superior, making it a great choice for wider seating arrangements. On the other hand, the TCL QM8 LCD, while it has impressive color volume and fairly good local dimming for an LCD, it falls short in black uniformity compared to the LG C1, and narrower viewing angles might limit its appeal for group viewing in bright rooms.
Sports
8.3
6.5
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
4.8/10
7.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG C1 (OLED) is very good for sports, while the TCL QM8 (LCD) is only fair.
The LG C1 boasts an OLED panel which results in an outstanding response time and wide viewing angles, making it an excellent choice for sports with fast action and for rooms where viewers are seated at different angles. In contrast, the TCL QM8, while having good motion processing and reflection handling, falls short in response time and viewing angles, making it less ideal for sports with fast-paced action or environments where viewers are spread out.
Gaming
9.0
8.3
10.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.1/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
100.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
90.0/100
7.2/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
The LG C1 (OLED) is excellent for gaming, while the TCL QM8 (LCD) is very good.
The LG C1 excels in gaming performance with the best response time and input lag scores, ensuring smooth action and minimal delay in registering inputs, which is crucial for gaming. While the TCL QM8 also offers very good gaming performance with high response time and input lag scores, it doesn't match the LG C1, making the latter a superior choice for gamers seeking the most responsive experience.
Cartoons & Animation
8.2
8.9
8.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.1/10
7.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.2/10
7.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
7.2/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.6/10
9.6/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.5/10
The TCL QM8 (LCD) and LG C1 (OLED) are both very good for cartoons & animation, though the TCL QM8 (LCD) is somewhat better.
The LG C1 delivers excellent colors straight out of the box and has a very good color gamut, making it a vibrant option for watching cartoons and animation. The TCL QM8, while offering good colors out of the box and a similar color gamut, provides a superior color volume that enhances the viewing experience of animated content with diverse hues and shades.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.6
6.8
7.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
4.8/10
The LG C1 (OLED) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL QM8 (LCD) is only fair.
The LG C1 excels in upscaling lower-resolution content and has superior SDR brightness, making it ideal for watching news and talk shows with good picture quality and brightness. On the other hand, the TCL QM8 performs fairly in the same scenario but may not deliver the same level of detail and brightness due to its lower upscaling capabilities and SDR brightness, although it's a more recent model.
Bright Room
7.1
9.9
9.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
7.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
7.0/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
9.2/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.9/10
The TCL QM8 (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the LG C1 (OLED) is good.
The TCL QM8 (LCD) is best for bright rooms due to its superior SDR and HDR brightness levels and very good reflection handling, while the LG C1 (OLED) offers excellent reflection handling but only good brightness levels, making it less ideal for very bright environments; however, the LG C1 excels in contrast and color accuracy which are somewhat important factors to consider.
Cost
$1,349
$1,498
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The LG C1 (OLED) has a price of $1,349 and the TCL QM8 (LCD) costs $1,498.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
8.5
8.5
10.00/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
7.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.2/10
WOLED
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
WBC
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL QM8 (LCD) and LG C1 (OLED) both have very good picture quality.
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How the LG C1 (OLED) and the TCL QM8 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| LG C1 (OLED) | TCL QM8 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,349 | $1,498 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 3, 2021 | May 1, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | OLED65C1 | 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 | 7.8/10 | 7/10 | |
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 | 8.5/10 | 8.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.2/10 | 9.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 9/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 9/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 8.4/10 | 6.6/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.7" 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) | 33.9" x 57" | 34.1" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 52.9 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 | Yes | 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 | 2.2 | 2.1 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 40 W | 40 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Yes, Bypass only | |
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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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