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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung Frame Series offers a better experience for gaming due to its lower input lag and faster response time, making it an excellent choice if you're an avid gamer. It also performs better in bright rooms and has slightly better picture quality overall. However, it comes at a premium price. On the other hand, the TCL Q6 is much more budget-friendly, and while its performance in bright rooms is comparable to the Frame Series, it may not be the best choice for serious gamers due to higher input lag and a slower response time. It also supports Dolby Vision, which the Samsung Frame Series does not, potentially offering a better HDR viewing experience for movies and streaming content. Consider what's most important for you – a higher-end gaming performance and brand prestige with the Samsung, or a more budget-conscious option with good overall quality and additional HDR support with the TCL. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Frame Series (LCD)
- Good for gaming
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
- Good for use as monitor
- Good for upscaling
- Good motion processing
- Good reflections
Advantages of the TCL Q6 (LCD)
- The TCL Q6 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung Frame Series (LCD).
Key differences
Sports
6.8
6.2
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) and TCL Q6 (LCD) are both only fair for sports, though the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Samsung Frame Series has a good response time and motion processing which are beneficial for watching sports, but its reflections handling and viewing angles are only rated as fair, possibly affecting visibility in a bright room or from wider angles. Meanwhile, the TCL Q6 also has a fair response time which is acceptable for sports, yet its poor motion processing could result in more noticeable blur during fast-moving scenes, and its poor reflections handling may hinder viewing in well-lit environments.
Gaming
7.8
5.8
8.2/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.4/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
19.0/100
7.0/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is good for gaming, while the TCL Q6 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Frame Series excels in gaming due to its very good response time and best input lag performance, ensuring smooth motion and minimal delay between user inputs and on-screen action. Conversely, the TCL Q6, with just fair response time and the same best input lag, isn't as fluid in fast-paced games, which could result in less crisp movement.
Cartoons & Animation
8.1
6.6
7.2/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.3/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.5/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
8.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
5.8/10
6.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.2/10
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL Q6 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Frame Series provides very good colors right out of the box, enhancing the vibrant and varied hues typically found in cartoons and animation, while the TCL Q6 is rated as fair in this aspect, indicating less accuracy and vibrancy without adjustment.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.5
6.2
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL Q6 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Frame Series excels in upscaling lower-resolution content and offers high SDR brightness which is vital for clear viewing in various lighting conditions, making it a suitable choice for watching news and talk shows. In contrast, the TCL Q6, while still providing very good SDR brightness, falls short with its upscaling and colors out of the box, which are essential for a detailed and natural-looking picture.
Cost
$1,598
$700
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) has a price of $1,598 and the TCL Q6 (LCD) costs $700.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
7.1
6.9
7.75/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.5/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung Frame Series (LCD) to have good picture quality, while the TCL Q6 (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.2
5.9
7.75/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
6.5/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
9.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung Frame Series (LCD) to be only fair for movies & TV, while the TCL Q6 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Frame Series has higher contrast, better black uniformity, and very good colors out of the box, making it fair for movies & cinematic TV. In contrast, the TCL Q6 has lower contrast, worse black uniformity, and poor colors out of the box, contributing to its poor performance for the same content.
Bright Room
7.3
7.2
5.4/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.4/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
6.8/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.6/10
7.8/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) and TCL Q6 (LCD) are both good for bright room.
The Samsung Frame Series offers a very good level of SDR brightness and good reflections handling, which is ideal for viewing in bright rooms, whereas the TCL Q6, while also having very good SDR brightness, falls short with poor performance in reflections handling. Despite this, both have good HDR brightness, but the Samsung has the edge in maintaining picture quality in bright conditions due to its better reflections handling.
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How the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) and the TCL Q6 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Samsung Frame Series (LCD) | TCL Q6 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,598 | $700 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 4, 2022 | July 1, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65LS03B | 65Q650G | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Google TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.6/10 | 6.4/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 3 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.3/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.8/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.2/10 | 6/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.8/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.8" x 57.4" x 1" | 32.8" x 56.9" x 3.2" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 34.2" x 57.4" | 34.6" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 49.4 lbs | 33.7 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 300 | 300 x 300 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | Yes | No | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 7.8/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 3.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0.2 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 40 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Bypass only | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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Michael Gowan | July 2023
"If you’re looking for a good overall viewing experience without spending a lot, the TCL Q6 fits the bill. With its good color reproduction, the image on the screen will do just fine, especially for HDR 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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