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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're looking for a TV that offers a better gaming experience and darker blacks for viewing in low-light conditions, the TCL S546 is a more suitable option. On the other hand, the Samsung Q60B excels in bright rooms and has a slightly better performance for viewing news, talk shows, and reality TV. The TCL S546 is typically less expensive than the Samsung Q60B. Both TVs support HDR, but the TCL S546 also supports Dolby Vision, which is a plus for watching movies with enhanced picture quality if the content has Dolby Vision available. Neither TV has great speakers, so you might want to consider an external sound system for either option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Q60B (LCD)
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
- Good for upscaling
- Good motion processing
Advantages of the TCL S546 (LCD)
- Good for dark room
- Good for movies & TV
Key differences
Gaming
5.6
6.6
5.2/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
7.6/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.0/10
7.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
60.0/100
6.9/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.9/10
The TCL S546 (LCD) is only fair for gaming, while the Samsung Q60B (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q60B is scored poorly for response time, affecting how quickly the display can change the image, which is crucial for gaming; additionally, it has the best input lag performance, meaning it's responsive to controller inputs. In contrast, the TCL S546 has a fair response time, which is slightly better for fast-moving gaming visuals, but its input lag performance is only ranked as very good, slightly less responsive than the Samsung.
Cartoons & Animation
8.4
6.6
7.2/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.8/10
7.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.0/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
9.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
4.4/10
7.2/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
The Samsung Q60B (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL S546 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Q60B is better for watching cartoons and animation because it has excellent colors right out of the box and a good color gamut, enabling vibrant and varied hues. On the other hand, the TCL S546 is considered fair as it struggles with colors out of the box, even though it has a good color gamut, affecting the initial viewing experience.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.6
6.4
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
The Samsung Q60B (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S546 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Q60B outperforms the TCL S546 when watching news, talk shows, and other TV programs because it has superior upscaling, meaning it can make lower-resolution content look better on its screen. Furthermore, the Q60B offers excellent colors out of the box, providing vibrant and accurate visuals without the need for manual adjustments, whereas the TCL S546's color performance is considered poor without adjustments.
Cost
$748
$420
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Samsung Q60B (LCD) has a price of $748 and the TCL S546 (LCD) costs $420.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
7.3
7.4
7.75/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
7.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.0/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL S546 (LCD) and Samsung Q60B (LCD) both have good picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.6
7.0
7.75/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
8.5/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers TCL S546 (LCD) to be good for movies & TV, while the Samsung Q60B (LCD) is only fair.
The TCL S546 is considered better for watching movies and cinematic TV than the Samsung Q60B mainly because it has functional local dimming, which improves contrast and black uniformity, factors that are very important for movie-watching experiences. Despite the Q60B having slightly better black uniformity, it lacks local dimming, which can make a significant difference in dark scenes, whereas the S546, with decent local dimming, offers a more immersive experience by deepening blacks and enhancing contrast.
Sports
6.4
6.3
7.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Q60B (LCD) and TCL S546 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Samsung Q60B has poor response time, which may result in motion blur during fast sports scenes, while the TCL S546 offers a good response time, providing smoother motion. However, both TVs have fair handling of reflections and limited viewing angles, making neither ideal for well-lit rooms or wide seating arrangements, and their gray uniformity is only somewhat satisfying, which could affect the visual quality of sports with uniform colors like a football field or basketball court.
Bright Room
7.1
7.2
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
6.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.8/10
6.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.0/10
The TCL S546 (LCD) and Samsung Q60B (LCD) are both good for bright room.
The Samsung Q60B stands out with excellent color reproduction and very good SDR brightness, making it suitable for bright rooms and maintaining vibrant colors. On the other hand, while the TCL S546 also boasts very good SDR brightness and fair handling of reflections, its color performance isn't as strong, which may affect the viewing experience in brightly lit environments. Both TVs have comparable HDR brightness and reflection handling, but the Q60B's superior color capabilities give it an edge for bright room viewing.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Samsung Q60B (LCD) | TCL S546 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$748 | $420 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 3, 2022 | August 2, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN55Q60B | 55S546 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 55" | 55" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Android TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 5.9/10 | 5.9/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 3 | 3 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 7.3/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.1/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.6/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.7/10 | 7/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.4/10 | 6.4/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 27.9" x 48.5" x 1" | 28.1" x 48.3" x 3" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 29.4" x 48.5" | 30.1" x 48.3" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 34.2 lbs | 34.4 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 200 x 200 | 200 x 300 | |
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 | 7.8/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 5.7/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 16 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Bypass only | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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David Katzmaier | June 2022
"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."
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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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