If budget is a significant concern and you're looking for an affordable TV with decent overall picture quality, the TCL S450R could be the right choice, but keep in mind that gaming and HDR content performance is not its strength. On the other hand, if you're willing to invest a bit more for improved picture quality and color performance, particularly in a bright room, the Samsung Q60B would be beneficial, although it also lacks in gaming performance. Neither option excels at handling very bright or dark environments, so the main considerations should be how much you're willing to spend and the importance you place on better color and general picture quality versus a lower cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Q60B (LCD)
Good for bright room
Good for news, talk, & other TV
Very good for cartoons & animation
Good motion processing
Advantages of the TCL S450R (LCD)
The TCL S450R (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung Q60B (LCD).
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.3/10
6.5/10
7.75/10
CONTRAST
6.428571429/10
7.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Samsung Q60B (LCD) has good picture quality, while the TCL S450R (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.6/10
6.0/10
7.75/10
CONTRAST
6.428571429/10
8.5/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
9.2/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Q60B (LCD) and TCL S450R (LCD) are both only fair for movies & TV, though the Samsung Q60B (LCD) is somewhat better.
Cartoons & Animation
8.4/10
6.0/10
7.2/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
7.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
9.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.6/10
7.2/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
5.8/10
The Samsung Q60B (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL S450R (LCD) is only fair.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.6/10
6.4/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The Samsung Q60B (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S450R (LCD) is only fair.
Bright Room
7.1/10
6.0/10
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.1/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
6.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.6/10
6.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.3/10
The Samsung Q60B (LCD) is good for bright room, while the TCL S450R (LCD) is only fair.
Cost
$578
$270
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The Samsung Q60B (LCD) has a price of $578 and the TCL S450R (LCD) costs $270.
"Samsung's 2022 QLED workhorse shines in bright rooms and with HDR. The Samsung Q60B stands out from the slew of entry-level TVs with an ultra-thin frame, a skinny profile from the side and even narrow stand legs. The Q60B is a very good bright-room TV, and my subjective impression of its ample light output was proven by measurements."
Get a great deal on the Samsung Q60B (LCD) or the TCL S450R (LCD)
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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