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Updated January 10, 2024·
Choose the Samsung Q60C if you prefer a brighter display for mixed usage in various lighting conditions and slightly better picture quality overall. However, it comes at a higher price compared to the TCL S446. Opt for the TCL S446 if you're looking to save money and if you value a wider viewing angle, which can be important if you often watch TV with a large group spread out across the room. Keep in mind that the TCL may not perform as well in dark room conditions. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Q60C (LCD)
- Good for cartoons & animation
- Very good motion processing
Advantages of the TCL S446 (LCD)
- Good for upscaling
- Good viewing angle
- Good reflections
Key differences
Cartoons & Animation
7.5
6.4
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.8/10
7.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.0/10
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.0/10
7.8/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.1/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.0/10
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) is good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL S446 (LCD) is only fair.
Bright Room
6.5
5.8
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
7.5/10
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.0/10
5.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.4/10
6.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
7.2/10
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) is only fair for bright room, while the TCL S446 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q60C has a higher SDR brightness than the TCL S446, which means it can display a brighter image that's more suitable for well-lit rooms, and it also has better handling of reflections, reducing glare from lights or windows. While both TVs are challenged by HDR content due to their poor HDR brightness, the Samsung's advantage in brightness for standard content and reflections may offer a more comfortable viewing experience in bright environments. Contrast, color volume, and color gamut are also relevant but secondary to these factors in a bright room setting.
Cost
$749
$400
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) has a price of $749 and the TCL S446 (LCD) costs $400.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
6.0
5.8
5.55/10
CONTRAST
5.37/10
7.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.0/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung Q60C (LCD) to have only fair picture quality, while the TCL S446 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.5
5.4
5.55/10
CONTRAST
5.37/10
2.9/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
4.8/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) and TCL S446 (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV.
The Samsung Q60C struggles with watching movies and cinematic TV due to its poor local dimming and black uniformity, which are crucial for deep blacks and high contrast scenes. On the other hand, the TCL S446 also performs poorly in this regard because it lacks local dimming entirely, and although it has better black uniformity, it has weaker contrast which affects picture depth and richness.
Sports
6.5
6.4
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.0/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) and TCL S446 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Samsung Q60C has a poor response time which can lead to blur during fast-moving scenes common in sports, while its fair reflection handling might be a concern in bright rooms. The TCL S446, on the other hand, offers a fair response time with better reflection handling but might not be the best pick for wide seating arrangements due to its superior, yet not ideal, viewing angles.
Gaming
5.7
5.8
5.2/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.2/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
30.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
6.1/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.6/10
The TCL S446 (LCD) and Samsung Q60C (LCD) are both poor for gaming.
The Samsung Q60C has a poor response time, which can cause motion blur during fast-paced games, although it compensates with low input lag, making it more responsive to gaming commands. On the other hand, the TCL S446 offers a fair response time, which might show less blur but suffers from somewhat higher input lag, potentially leading to a less responsive gaming experience.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.8
6.4
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.0/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) and TCL S446 (LCD) are both only fair for news, talk, & other TV.
The Samsung Q60C and TCL S446 both have upscaling capabilities suitable for TV programs, with the TCL S446 being slightly better, and their SDR brightness allows for viewing in most lighting conditions. However, the Samsung Q60C has 'Good' colors out of the box which offers a superior viewing experience for news and talk shows right away, while the TCL S446, despite its 'Excellent' colors out of the box, lacks a wide color gamut, compromising color vibrancy across different content.
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How the Samsung Q60C (LCD) and the TCL S446 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Samsung Q60C (LCD) | TCL S446 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$749 | $400 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 5, 2023 | September 4, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65Q60C | 65S446 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Android TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.6/10 | 6/10 | |
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 | 6.1/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.5/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.7/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.5/10 | 5.5/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.5/10 | 6.4/10 | |
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" | 33.2" x 57.4" x 3.3" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 34.3" x 57.1" | 35.3" x 57.4" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | Unknown | 37.9 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 | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 5.6/10 | 5.4/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 4.1/10 | 2.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 16 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Bypass only | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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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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