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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung Q60C and the Vizio M-Series are similarly priced. If you value a better gaming experience, consider the Samsung Q60C. For movies, the Vizio M-Series may be the stronger option, offering higher picture quality in dark settings, which can be important for cinematic viewing. In brighter rooms, both TVs perform well, but the Samsung has a slight edge. If HDMI ports are a concern, the Vizio has four compared to the Samsung's three. Both TVs could be used as a monitor and support High Dynamic Range (HDR) content, although only the Vizio supports a wider range of HDR formats, like Dolby Vision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Q60C (LCD)
- Very good motion processing
Advantages of the Vizio M-Series (LCD)
- Good for dark room
- Good for movies & TV
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
Key differences
Picture Quality
6.0
7.6
5.55/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
7.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) has good picture quality, while the Samsung Q60C (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.5
7.6
5.55/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
2.9/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.7/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Samsung Q60C (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q60C struggles with movie and cinematic TV viewing due to its lower contrast, poor black uniformity, and weaker local dimming, which are crucial for dark scene performance, whereas the Vizio M-Series is better suited with its higher contrast, superior local dimming, and excellent black uniformity, enhancing picture depth and detail in dark scenes. Additionally, while both TVs have similar color accuracy and viewing angles, the Vizio's stronger performance in very important picture quality aspects gives it an edge for movies and cinematic content.
Gaming
5.7
6.4
5.2/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.7/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
30.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
60.0/100
6.1/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.0/10
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) is only fair for gaming, while the Samsung Q60C (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q60C has poor response time which can lead to motion blur in gaming, but its input lag is rated as the best for a more responsive gaming experience. Conversely, the Vizio M-Series offers fair response time, reducing motion blur, but it has very good instead of the best input lag, which might make it slightly less responsive.
Cartoons & Animation
7.5
8.3
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.1/10
7.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
7.8/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.3/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung Q60C (LCD) is good.
The Vizio M-Series is noted for its very good color gamut, meaning it can display a wider range of colors compared to the Samsung Q60C. Even though the Samsung Q60C also has a good color gamut and displays colors well out of the box, the Vizio M-Series stands out with both its color quality and variety, which can make cartoons and animations look more vibrant and true to life.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.8
7.6
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung Q60C (LCD) is only fair.
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) is evaluated as being better for watching news, talk shows, and other TV programs mainly because it has superior color accuracy out of the box, which provides a vivid and true-to-life viewing experience with less need for calibration. Moreover, it features better contrast and local dimming capabilities that enhance the picture quality, ensuring that images are crisp and detailed.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.5
6.2
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) and Vizio M-Series (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
Both the Samsung Q60C and Vizio M-Series have challenges when watching sports; the Samsung Q60C has poor response time, affecting the clarity of fast-moving objects, and both models have limited viewing angles, which can reduce visibility from the side. Moreover, while each handles reflections fair enough to avoid significant distractions, they don't excel in very bright rooms, and the gray uniformity is just satisfactory, which can be important on large playing fields.
Bright Room
6.5
6.6
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.0/10
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
5.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
6.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.6/10
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) and Samsung Q60C (LCD) are both only fair for bright room.
The Samsung Q60C's performance in a bright room is limited by its fair reflection handling, although it has good SDR brightness, whereas the Vizio M-Series offers similar brightness levels but may provide slightly better contrast and color performance, which can be somewhat important for picture quality even in well-lit environments.
Cost
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The Samsung Q60C (LCD) has a price of $489 and the Vizio M-Series (LCD) costs $500.
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How the Samsung Q60C (LCD) and the Vizio M-Series (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Samsung Q60C (LCD) | Vizio M-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$489 | $500 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 3, 2023 | July 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN50Q60C | M50Q7-J01 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 50" | 50" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | SmartCast | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.6/10 | 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 | 6.1/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.5/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.5/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.5/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 25.4" x 44" x 1" | 25.5" x 43.8" x 3.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 26.8" x 44" | 26.7" x 43.8" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | Unknown | 26.3 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 200 x 200 | 200 x 200 | |
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 | 7.9/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 4.1/10 | 5.7/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Bypass only | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | |
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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 Vizio
Vizio is an American company. While they initially gained recognition for offering budget-friendly TVs, they have successfully expanded their product lineup to include high-end options as well. They manufacture TVs primarily in Mexico, China, and Vietnam. Similar to many Korean TV brands, Vizio developed its own smart TV software called SmartCast. In the past, SmartCast was not the best smart TV software, but it has evolved so that it is now good for using your TV and connecting to streaming services.
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