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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're looking for a more cost-effective option, the Samsung Frame Series is generally less expensive than the TCL R648. The Samsung will suit gamers better with lower input lag and a slightly higher gaming score. However, if you watch movies in dark environments, the TCL offers better dark room performance. Both TVs have similar bright room performance, but the TCL may be slightly better for very well-lit environments. The TCL has a higher overall picture quality and better sound, plus it supports a higher resolution of 8K, but remember, you'll pay more for these upgrades. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Frame Series (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
- Very good reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.1
7.7
7.75/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.6/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL R648 (LCD) and Samsung Frame Series (LCD) both have good picture quality, though the TCL R648 (LCD) has somewhat better picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.2
7.6
7.75/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
6.5/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.5/10
7.5/10
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 Frame Series (LCD) is only fair.
The TCL R648 is considered better for movies and cinematic TV because it has superior contrast, effective local dimming, and better black uniformity, which are crucial for deep and even dark scenes, compared to the Samsung Frame Series. Meanwhile, the Samsung Frame Series, despite its fair performance on these aspects, offers decent colors straight out of the box and acceptable color volume, which may not fully compensate for the differences in the more critical areas for movie watching.
Bright Room
7.3
8.1
5.4/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
6.8/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.9/10
7.8/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.0/10
The TCL R648 (LCD) is very good for bright room, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is good.
The TCL R648 excels in handling bright rooms due to its excellent SDR brightness and very good reflection handling, outperforming the Samsung Frame Series, which has very good SDR brightness but only good reflection handling. Although both TVs have good color performance, the TCL’s higher brightness makes it a stronger choice for well-lit environments.
Cost
$1,598
$2,000
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) has a price of $1,598 and the TCL R648 (LCD) costs $2,000.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.8
6.5
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) and TCL R648 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Samsung Frame Series handles reflections better and features wider viewing angles, making it more suitable for group sports watching in brighter rooms, while the TCL R648 has a slightly lower capacity for motion processing, which could affect the viewing experience during fast-paced sports action. Both TVs have a fair response time, which is critical for sports, but they could be challenged by fast-moving scenes that require higher performance.
Gaming
7.8
8.2
8.2/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.2/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
7.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
7.0/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers TCL R648 (LCD) to be very good for gaming, while the Samsung Frame Series (LCD) is good.
The Samsung Frame Series boasts superior input lag performance, which is essential for gaming responsiveness, while both the Samsung Frame Series and the TCL R648 have very good response times that help in displaying fast-moving content without too much blur. However, the TCL R648 offers a slightly lower input lag than the Samsung Frame Series, which could still be noticeable for competitive gaming.
Cartoons & Animation
8.1
8.6
7.2/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.8/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.6/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
8.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.0/10
6.8/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
The TCL R648 (LCD) and Samsung Frame Series (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The Samsung Frame Series is praised for having very good colors straight out of the box and a good color gamut, which creates vibrant images that are great for cartoons and animation. In contrast, the TCL R648 is recognized for its excellent colors out of the box, which means it can display a wide array of colorful content impressively, and also has a good color gamut, ensuring that the overall color reproduction is strong for animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.5
7.5
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
The Samsung Frame Series (LCD) and TCL R648 (LCD) are both good for news, talk, & other TV.
The Samsung Frame Series performs well when displaying news and talk shows due to its competent upscaling that makes lower resolution content look better and because it delivers good colors straight out of the box. The TCL R648 excels in similar content with its higher SDR brightness, which enhances visibility in bright environments, and its own excellent color accuracy without adjustments.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Samsung Frame Series (LCD) | TCL R648 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,598 | $2,000 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 4, 2022 | May 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65LS03B | 65R648 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 8K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Roku TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.6/10 | 8/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.3/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.8/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.2/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.8/10 | 6.6/10 | |
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" | 32.7" x 57" x 3" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 34.2" x 57.4" | 35.1" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 49.4 lbs | 70.1 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 300 | 400 x 400 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0.2 | 2.1 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 40 W | 50 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Bypass only | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Yes, 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 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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