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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung Q60C costs more and has lower overall picture quality compared to the TCL S555. However, it performs better in bright rooms and sports content viewing. The TCL S555 offers better picture quality, especially in dark rooms, and is less expensive. It also has superior sound quality and is better for movies and cartoon content. If you're on a budget and want superior picture and sound, go for the TCL S555. If you're willing to spend more for better performance in bright rooms and with sports content, choose the Samsung Q60C. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Q60C (LCD)
- Very good motion processing
Advantages of the TCL S555 (LCD)
- Good for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Good for movies & TV
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
Key differences
Picture Quality
6.0
7.8
5.55/10
CONTRAST
9.07/10
7.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.3/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL S555 (LCD) has good picture quality, while the Samsung Q60C (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.5
7.9
5.55/10
CONTRAST
9.07/10
2.9/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
5.4/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL S555 (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Samsung Q60C (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q60C struggles with movie and cinematic TV viewing primarily because of its poor contrast, weak black uniformity, and insufficient local dimming which results in lower picture quality in dark scenes. Conversely, the TCL S555 excels due to its excellent contrast, superior black uniformity, and effective local dimming, ensuring deeper blacks and more vibrant picture quality for cinematic content.
Gaming
5.7
6.7
5.2/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
7.0/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
30.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
80.0/100
6.1/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.3/10
The TCL S555 (LCD) is only fair for gaming, while the Samsung Q60C (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q60C is rated poor for gaming largely due to its slower response time which can lead to motion blur, while the TCL S555 is considered fair because it has a better response time, allowing for crisper motion in games. Both models have top input lag performance, which is beneficial for gaming, but the Samsung's lower response time impacts its overall gaming suitability compared to the TCL.
Cartoons & Animation
7.5
8.4
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.4/10
7.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.3/10
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
7.8/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.6/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.4/10
The TCL S555 (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung Q60C (LCD) is good.
The TCL S555 is considered very good for watching cartoons and animation because it displays colors accurately straight out of the box and has a good color gamut, meaning it can produce a wide range of colors. In comparison, the Samsung Q60C is also good at showing colors right away and possesses a good color gamut, but it doesn't quite match the TCL S555's performance in these areas, which are very important for animated content.
Bright Room
6.5
7.3
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.5/10
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
5.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
6.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The TCL S555 (LCD) is good for bright room, while the Samsung Q60C (LCD) is only fair.
The TCL S555 outperforms the Samsung Q60C in bright room viewing primarily because it has higher brightness in both SDR and HDR content, along with superior reflections handling. While both TVs manage color volume and color gamut well, the impact of the TCL S555's higher contrast ratio cannot be overlooked, assisting it in maintaining picture quality under various lighting conditions.
Cost
$729
$600
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) has a price of $729 and the TCL S555 (LCD) costs $600.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.5
6.3
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
5.4/10
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) and TCL S555 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Samsung Q60C has good motion processing which is beneficial for watching fast-paced sports, but its fair viewing angles and poor response time can be limiting if you're not sitting directly in front of the TV or if action is too quick. On the other hand, the TCL S555 has a good response time which helps with the clarity of moving objects, although its poor motion processing and fair handling of reflections could reduce the clarity during sports with lots of fast movements or in bright rooms.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.8
7.0
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
5.4/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers TCL S555 (LCD) to be good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung Q60C (LCD) is only fair.
The TCL S555 is better for watching news and talk shows as it has very good SDR brightness and upscaling of lower resolution content, along with a good score for colors out of the box, meaning content appears clear and vibrant. On the other hand, the Samsung Q60C has good SDR brightness and upscaling ability, but performs less impressively in terms of black uniformity and local dimming which are important for contrast, making the TCL S555 a stronger choice for everyday TV viewing.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Samsung Q60C (LCD) | TCL S555 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$729 | $600 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 5, 2023 | September 3, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65Q60C | 65S555 | |
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 | 6.6/10 | 6.1/10 | |
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 | 6.1/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.7/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.5/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.5/10 | 6.3/10 | |
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" | 32.7" x 56.9" x 3" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 34.3" x 57.1" | 35" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | Unknown | 45.9 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 300 | 300 x 300 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 13 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | Yes | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 5.6/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 4.1/10 | 6.1/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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Caleb Denison | December 2022
"It looks great out of the box and the picture quality it is rock-solid for the price. (...) What really makes this a decent gaming TV, though, is the very low input lag. (...) But if you want to save a little money, the TCL S555 strikes a great balance between cost and performance – the kind of performance that’s impressive enough to deliver some wow to your eyes. (...)"
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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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