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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you have a midrange budget and prioritize overall picture quality and brightness in both dark and bright rooms, the Samsung Q60B may be the better choice. However, it is at a higher price point. The Samsung also offers better reflection handling, which is important if you watch TV in a bright room. On the other hand, the TCL S455 is more budget-friendly and has a very low input lag for gaming, although the picture quality and brightness are not as strong as the Samsung’s, particularly in bright rooms. If your budget is tight and you're looking for a decent all-round TV, this could be the TV for you. Both TVs have similar sound quality, but if you need more HDMI ports, the TCL has one more than the Samsung. 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 S455 (LCD)
- The TCL S455 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung Q60B (LCD).
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.3
6.5
7.75/10
CONTRAST
6.43/10
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 S455 (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.6
6.0
7.75/10
CONTRAST
6.43/10
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
No
The Samsung Q60B (LCD) and TCL S455 (LCD) are both only fair for movies & TV, though the Samsung Q60B (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Samsung Q60B has higher contrast and better colors out of the box which enhances movie and cinematic TV viewing, but it lacks local dimming which is important for deeper blacks in dark scenes. Conversely, the TCL S455 features local dimming to improve black levels despite its lower contrast and color performance, but this local dimming is not very effective, hence both TVs are rated as fair in this context.
Cartoons & Animation
8.4
6.0
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 S455 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Q60B delivers vibrant colors right out of the box, making it ideal for watching cartoons and animations; its Color Gamut, which defines the range of colors the TV can display, is rated as good. On the other hand, the TCL S455 is considered fair in both Colors out of the Box and Color Gamut, indicating that its colors may not be as rich or as varied, which can be less engaging for animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.6
6.4
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 S455 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Q60B delivers stronger SDR brightness and colors out of the box compared to the TCL S455, which translates to a clearer and more vibrant picture for news and TV programs in various lighting conditions. While both TVs have similar upscaling capabilities, the Q60B's higher contrast provides deeper blacks and more detailed images, making it a better option for general content viewing.
Bright Room
7.1
6.0
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 S455 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Q60B is a better pick for watching TV in a bright room than the TCL S455 because it has higher SDR and HDR brightness, allowing it to overcome ambient light more effectively. Although both TVs are only fair at handling reflections, the superior brightness of the Samsung improves its visibility in well-lit environments.
Cost
$848
$584
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Samsung Q60B (LCD) has a price of $848 and the TCL S455 (LCD) costs $584.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.4
6.1
7.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Q60B (LCD) and TCL S455 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Samsung Q60B has a lower response time, which may lead to motion blur during fast sports scenes, while the TCL S455 has a better response time, reducing motion blur but struggles with motion processing, making fast action less smooth. Both models have similar performance with reflections and viewing angles, which might be limiting if you have a wide seating arrangement or a bright room; additionally, they both exhibit fair gray uniformity, which can affect the evenness of the playing field display during sports events.
Gaming
5.6
5.7
5.2/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.0/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
10.0/100
6.9/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
The TCL S455 (LCD) and Samsung Q60B (LCD) are both poor for gaming.
The Samsung Q60B has a poor response time which can result in motion blur during fast-paced games, while the TCL S455 also offers a fair response time, indicating some blur might be noticeable. However, both have low input lag, ensuring that the delay between pressing a button and seeing the action on screen is minimal, but their refresh rates are standard at 60Hz which might not suit high-frame-rate gaming.
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Spec Comparison
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| Samsung Q60B (LCD) | TCL S455 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$848 | $584 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 5, 2022 | May 5, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65Q60B | 65S455 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Roku TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 5.9/10 | 6/10 | |
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 | 7.3/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.1/10 | 6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.6/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.7/10 | 6/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.4/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.7" x 57.1" x 1" | 32.8" x 56.9" x 3.2" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 37.4" x 63.5" | 34.8" x 5.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 46.1 lbs | 30.9 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 300 | 200 x 200 | |
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 | 6.4/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 3/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 20 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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Lee Neikirk | January 2022
"A highly affordable but reliably kitted-out 4K Roku TV that, while far from perfect, still punches above its price and delivers a great user experience. If you want to soup up movie night for a bargain, the 4-Series won’t let you down. You may never need to plug in a set-top box or streaming device."
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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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