When choosing between the Samsung Q60A and the TCL QM8, consider the following tradeoffs: if you are looking for a more affordable option that still offers a decent overall experience, the Samsung Q60A is a good choice. However, if you prefer a TV with better performance in a bright room, higher picture quality for watching movies and HDR content, and more advanced gaming features like a higher refresh rate, the TCL QM8, although typically much more expensive, will be a better fit despite its higher cost. Keep in mind that the TCL QM8 is also a newer model, which may offer some additional features and improvements over the older Samsung Q60A. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Q60A (LCD)
Good for news, talk, & other TV
Good for upscaling
Good motion processing
Advantages of the TCL QM8 (LCD)
Best in class for bright room
Very good for dark room
Very good for gaming
Very good for movies & TV
Good for use as monitor
Very good reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.2/10
8.5/10
7.13/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
7.7/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.2/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL QM8 (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the Samsung Q60A (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.5/10
8.3/10
7.13/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
7.2/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
8.5/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
4.8/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL QM8 (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the Samsung Q60A (LCD) is only fair.
The TCL QM8 is preferred for watching movies and cinematic TV over the Samsung Q60A because it has a higher contrast ratio, which is crucial for deep blacks and overall picture depth, and its local dimming feature better enhances this contrast, further improving scene quality in various lighting conditions. Additionally, the TCL QM8's superior black uniformity ensures more consistent dark scenes, while both TVs have comparable color performance out of the box and similar viewing angles, which are less critical but still relevant for overall viewing pleasure.
Gaming
5.6/10
8.3/10
5.7/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.1/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
7.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
0.0/100
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 Samsung Q60A (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q60A has a poor response time and great input lag, which might cause delays and motion blur during fast-paced games, while the TCL QM8 has very good response time and good input lag, resulting in smoother motion and more responsive gaming experiences. Since response time is very important for clarity in fast-moving scenes and input lag for timely response to controls, the TCL QM8 far outperforms the Samsung Q60A in gaming performance.
Cartoons & Animation
8.2/10
8.9/10
7.5/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.1/10
7.7/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.2/10
8.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
8.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.6/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.5/10
The TCL QM8 (LCD) and Samsung Q60A (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation, though the TCL QM8 (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Samsung Q60A displays colors accurately straight out of the box and has a strong color gamut, making it a good choice for vibrant and consistent animation viewing. The TCL QM8 also delivers good colors without adjustment and boasts an impressive color volume, enhancing the richness and depth of animated content.
Bright Room
7.2/10
9.9/10
5.4/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
8.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
7.0/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
6.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.9/10
The TCL QM8 (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Samsung Q60A (LCD) is good.
The TCL QM8 is better suited for bright rooms than the Samsung Q60A because it has the best SDR brightness and excellent handling of reflections, while the Samsung Q60A has very good SDR brightness and fair reflections handling. Although the Q60A performs well, the higher brightness levels and better reflections management of the QM8 makes it the preferred choice for viewing in well-lit environments.
Cost
$498
$1,498
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Samsung Q60A (LCD) has a price of $498 and the TCL QM8 (LCD) costs $1,498.
The TCL QM8 (LCD) and Samsung Q60A (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Samsung Q60A has a faster response time, making it more suitable for watching fast-paced sports, but suffers from narrow viewing angles and fair reflection handling, which may affect group viewing experiences, particularly in brighter rooms. In contrast, the TCL QM8 has superior motion processing capabilities which can enhance fast-moving scenes, but its fair gray uniformity might be noticeable during sports with uniform color backgrounds like ice hockey or soccer.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.3/10
6.8/10
8.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
4.8/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung Q60A (LCD) to be good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL QM8 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Q60A provides better upscaling of lower resolution content and has colors that are closer to desired levels without the need to calibrate, making it a suitable choice for viewing news and TV programs which don't always come in high definition. In comparison, the TCL QM8, despite offering a wide color gamut for richer colors, may not upscale lower resolution content as effectively, and its colors out of the box are not as accurate, which might not be ideal for those types of content.
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About Samsung
Samsung, a South Korean electronics manufacturer, holds the title of being the largest global TV vendor in terms of units sold. They offer a diverse lineup of TV products that cater to various budget ranges. A notable achievement in recent years is the development of Quantum Dots, a technology that enhances color reproduction, resulting in richer and more vibrant hues. Samsung TVs are well-regarded for their high manufacturing quality and user-friendly software, making them an excellent choice for consumers seeking an intuitive viewing experience.
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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