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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you’re looking for a more budget-friendly option, the Samsung Q60A is less expensive than the TCL R648. However, the TCL R648 offers better picture quality which can enhance your experience when watching movies or playing video games, especially in darker rooms. The TCL also has a higher refresh rate which is good for fast-paced content like sports. On the other hand, the Samsung Q60A is not as well-suited for bright rooms or for viewers who are particular about the very best image quality. So, if cost is a primary concern and you mostly watch TV shows or news in well-lit rooms, choose the Samsung Q60A; if you're willing to invest in superior picture quality for movies, sports, or gaming, and typically watch in dim or dark environments, the TCL R648 is the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Q60A (LCD)
- Good for upscaling
- Good motion processing
Advantages of the TCL R648 (LCD)
- Very good for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Very good for gaming
- Good for movies & TV
- Good for use as monitor
- Very good reflections
Key differences
Movies & TV
6.5
7.6
7.13/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
7.2/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.5/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL R648 (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Samsung Q60A (LCD) is only fair.
The TCL R648 outperforms the Samsung Q60A for watching movies and cinematic TV primarily because of its superior local dimming feature, which helps achieve better contrast and black uniformity that are very important for a good viewing experience. Additionally, the TCL offers more vibrant and accurate colors out of the box, plus it has a better color volume, enhancing the overall picture quality which is somewhat important for movie watchers.
Gaming
5.6
8.2
5.7/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.2/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
7.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
6.9/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
The TCL R648 (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Samsung Q60A (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q60A is listed as having a poor response time, which typically means it might not handle fast-moving images as cleanly, leading to motion blur during gaming. In contrast, the TCL R648 has a very good response time, ensuring that quick action in games is displayed more sharply and with less blur.
Bright Room
7.2
8.1
5.4/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
8.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
7.0/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.9/10
6.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.0/10
The TCL R648 (LCD) is very good for bright room, while the Samsung Q60A (LCD) is good.
The TCL R648 performs better in a bright room as it has excellent SDR brightness and very good handling of reflections, which enhances visibility under well-lit conditions. Meanwhile, the Samsung Q60A is considered good for bright rooms due to its very good SDR brightness but has a lower reflections handling capability than the TCL R648, which could affect viewing in extremely bright environments.
Cost
$498
$2,000
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Samsung Q60A (LCD) has a price of $498 and the TCL R648 (LCD) costs $2,000.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
7.2
7.7
7.13/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
7.7/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.6/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL R648 (LCD) and Samsung Q60A (LCD) both have good picture quality.
Sports
6.5
6.5
7.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
8.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL R648 (LCD) and Samsung Q60A (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Samsung Q60A and TCL R648 are considered fair for watching sports because they both have issues that can affect sports viewing: the Q60A has poor response time which might lead to motion blur during fast scenes, and the R648's viewing angles are limited, reducing the picture quality when viewed from the side. Additionally, the Q60A struggles more with reflections and has only fair motion processing, while the R648 has better handling of reflections and very good motion processing, but both TVs show only fair gray uniformity which can be distracting during sports with uniform colors like a football field or a hockey rink.
Cartoons & Animation
8.2
8.6
7.5/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.8/10
7.7/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.6/10
8.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
8.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.0/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
The TCL R648 (LCD) and Samsung Q60A (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The Samsung Q60A impresses with vivid colors right out of the box, providing an enjoyable experience for cartoons and animation, and its color gamut is rated good, ensuring a broad spectrum of hues. The TCL R648, while also having excellent colors out of the box, offers a similar color gamut, which means it can display a wide range of colors effectively; however, it also provides a good color volume, which may enhance the overall picture quality, especially in scenes with varied brightness levels.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.3
7.5
8.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
The TCL R648 (LCD) and Samsung Q60A (LCD) are both good for news, talk, & other TV.
The Samsung Q60A is well-suited for news and talk shows due to its very good SDR brightness and satisfying color accuracy out of the box, ensuring clear visibility and vibrant presentation of standard content. In contrast, the TCL R648 excels with its excellent SDR brightness and outstanding out-of-the-box colors, making it ideal for these programs especially in brighter environments, and also provides a more vivid color experience.
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Spec Comparison
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| Samsung Q60A (LCD) | TCL R648 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$498 | $2,000 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2021 | May 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN32Q60A | 65R648 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 32" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 1080P | 8K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Roku TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 5.6/10 | 8/10 | |
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 | 7.3/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.2/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.6/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.6/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.5/10 | 6.6/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 16.8" x 28.5" x 1.2" | 32.7" x 57" x 3" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 18.8" x 28.5" | 35.1" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 11.7 lbs | 70.1 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 100 x 100 | 400 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 | No | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 7.1/10 | 7/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 3/10 | 6.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.1 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 50 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Yes, Bypass only | |
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Geoffrey Morrison | June 2021
"The least expensive QLED is a solid choice for Samsung fans. Right out of the gate my eye was drawn to the Samsung. It is bright. The quantum dots let the Q60A produce far deeper, richer colors than the Vizio and TCL"
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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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