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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you value gaming performance and have a higher budget, the Samsung Q80C could be a great choice as it performs better for gaming. However, for watching content in a bright room, both TVs offer similar performance. The Samsung Q80C also has better quality control and assurance, which might result in a more reliable product. For those on a tighter budget, the TCL Q6 is less expensive and still offers decent overall picture quality for movies, series, and animations, making it a good choice for general viewing. Note that its performance in a dark room is not as strong, so if you frequently watch TV in a dim environment, the Samsung might be preferable. Both TVs have similar scores for viewing news and sports content, but the Samsung has the advantage in more technical aspects like motion processing and input lag, which are particularly important for fast-paced content and gaming. On the audio side, both TVs have voice command capability, but Samsung's speaker setup is more robust. Keep in mind that the Samsung has more HDMI ports, which provides more flexibility for connecting devices, and the TCL might not perform as well for HDR content given its low local dimming score. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Q80C (LCD)
- Very good for gaming
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
- Good for cartoons & animation
- Good for use as monitor
- Good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
- Good viewing angle
Advantages of the TCL Q6 (LCD)
- The TCL Q6 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung Q80C (LCD).
Key differences
Sports
6.8
6.2
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) and TCL Q6 (LCD) are both only fair for sports, though the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Samsung Q80C has better motion processing and faster response time, important for watching fast-paced sports without blur, but has poor reflections handling and a narrower viewing angle which could hinder visibility in bright, wide-seating environments. The TCL Q6 displays more consistent shades of gray which benefits uniformity during sports viewing, however, it has slower response time and significantly inferior motion processing, leading to potential motion blur during fast sequences. Both TVs struggle with reflections and have limited viewing angles.
Gaming
8.1
5.8
7.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.4/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
60.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
19.0/100
8.1/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the TCL Q6 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q80C is better suited for gaming as it has a higher response time score and lower input lag, which means it can display fast-moving images more clearly and quickly react to gaming inputs. In contrast, the TCL Q6, while sharing the lowest possible input lag score, falls short with a lower response time score, leading to blurrier images in fast-paced games.
Cartoons & Animation
7.2
6.6
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.3/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.5/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
6.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
5.8/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.2/10
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL Q6 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Q80C presents colors fairly well straight out of the box, providing a good overall color gamut, which results in vibrant and accurate colors for cartoons and animation. In contrast, the TCL Q6, despite being capable of displaying a good color gamut as well, performs poorly with colors out of the box, making it necessary to adjust settings for optimal color performance in animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.2
6.2
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL Q6 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Q80C has better performance for upscaling lower-resolution content and maintains good brightness in SDR, which enhances the viewing experience for news and talk shows. In contrast, the TCL Q6, while offering fair upscaling and SDR brightness, falls short in providing colors out of the box and lacks effective local dimming, which can affect picture quality, making it less optimal for viewing standard TV programs.
Cost
$1,298
$700
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) has a price of $1,298 and the TCL Q6 (LCD) costs $700.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
7.0
6.9
5.55/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.5/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung Q80C (LCD) to have good picture quality, while the TCL Q6 (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.1
5.9
5.55/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
4.4/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
9.0/10
7.0/10
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 Q80C (LCD) to be only fair for movies & TV, while the TCL Q6 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q80C results in a fair experience when watching movies and cinematic TV due to its decent local dimming and contrast, which enable better shadow detail and dark scene performance, but it falls short with a poor viewing angle which can affect the picture quality when viewed from the side. On the other hand, the TCL Q6 is rated poor for movies and cinematic TV because although it has good black uniformity, crucial for dark scenes, its subpar local dimming and lower contrast make it less capable of delivering a deep and uniform black level, which is important for immersive viewing experiences.
Bright Room
7.2
7.2
7.7/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.4/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
7.3/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.6/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) and TCL Q6 (LCD) are both good for bright room.
The Samsung Q80C is well-suited for bright rooms because it is rated very good for both SDR and HDR brightness, suggesting that it can deliver clear pictures even in well-lit environments; however, it handles reflections poorly, which might affect viewing if there are many light sources around. The TCL Q6 also excels in bright rooms with very good SDR brightness and good HDR brightness, but similar to the Q80C, its weak reflections handling could be an issue with direct light.
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How the Samsung Q80C (LCD) and the TCL Q6 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Samsung Q80C (LCD) | TCL Q6 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,298 | $700 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 2, 2023 | July 1, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65Q80C | 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 | 7.3/10 | 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 | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.3/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.2/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.2/10 | 6/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.9/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.6" x 56.9" x 1.8" | 32.8" x 56.9" x 3.2" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.1" x 56.9" | 34.6" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | Unknown | 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 | 5.6/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 5.7/10 | 3.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.2 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 40 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | 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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