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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're looking for a more affordable option, the Samsung Q80C is less expensive and offers good gaming performance and a strong quality control score. However, it might not perform as well in a bright room. The TCL R648, while more expensive, provides better overall picture quality, superior dark and bright room performance, and has great speakers built in. It's also better suited for cartoon and animation content. But, it may not be the best value if you're mainly interested in using the TV for news or talk shows. Keep in mind that the TCL R648 has voice command capability, enhancing its ease of use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Q80C (LCD)
- Good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
- Good viewing angle
Advantages of the TCL R648 (LCD)
- Very good for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Good for movies & TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
- Very good reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.0
7.7
5.55/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.6/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL R648 (LCD) and Samsung Q80C (LCD) both have good picture quality, though the TCL R648 (LCD) has somewhat better picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.1
7.6
5.55/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
4.4/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.5/10
7.0/10
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 Q80C (LCD) is only fair.
The TCL R648 has a higher contrast, better local dimming, and superior black uniformity compared to the Samsung Q80C, which significantly enhances the depth and detail in dark movie scenes. In addition, the TCL R648 delivers more accurate colors straight out of the box, making it a superior choice for movies and cinematic TV, whereas the Samsung Q80C, with its lower contrast and fair color accuracy, is less ideal for these types of content.
Cartoons & Animation
7.2
8.6
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.8/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.6/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
6.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.0/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
The TCL R648 (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good.
The TCL R648 delivers richer, more accurate colors straight out of the box compared to the Samsung Q80C, making it a better choice for vibrant cartoons and animations. While both have good color volume to maintain color accuracy at different brightness levels, the TCL R648’s superior color gamut ensures a wider range of colors, enhancing the viewing experience.
Bright Room
7.2
8.1
7.7/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
7.3/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.9/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.0/10
The TCL R648 (LCD) is very good for bright room, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good.
The TCL R648 performs better in bright rooms due to its 'Excellent' SDR brightness and 'Very Good' handling of reflections, which makes it stand out when compared to the 'Very Good' SDR brightness and 'Poor' reflection handling of the Samsung Q80C. Although contrast, color volume, and color gamut are somewhat important, with the TCL boasting a slightly higher contrast, these factors do not influence bright room performance as significantly as brightness and reflections do.
Cost
$998
$2,000
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) has a price of $998 and the TCL R648 (LCD) costs $2,000.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.8
6.5
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) and TCL R648 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Samsung Q80C has a better viewing angle and handles reflections more effectively than the TCL R648, making it a superior choice in well-lit rooms or for larger groups spread out around the TV. However, the TCL R648 offers faster response time, which is better for fast-paced sports but may fall short in rooms with ample direct light due to its poorer performance in handling reflections.
Gaming
8.1
8.2
7.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.2/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
60.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
8.1/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
The TCL R648 (LCD) and Samsung Q80C (LCD) are both very good for gaming.
The Samsung Q80C and the TCL R648 are both considered very good for gaming because they have high response time scores and input lag scores, which ensure smooth motion and quick feedback to player actions. They also both offer a 120Hz refresh rate, which allows for more fluid gameplay, especially important in fast-paced games.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.2
7.5
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
The TCL R648 (LCD) and Samsung Q80C (LCD) are both good for news, talk, & other TV.
The Samsung Q80C performs well in upscaling lower quality content and in rooms with some light due to its SDR brightness and reflections management, making it suitable for viewing news and daytime TV. The TCL R648, despite its excellent SDR brightness and superior contrast that enhances the viewing experience of standard dynamic range content like news and talk shows, may not handle reflections as well as the Samsung Q80C, which is a consideration for well-lit rooms.
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Spec Comparison
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| Samsung Q80C (LCD) | TCL R648 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$998 | $2,000 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 2, 2023 | May 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65Q80C | 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 | 7.3/10 | 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 | 7/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.3/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.2/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.2/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.9/10 | 6.6/10 | |
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" | 32.7" x 57" x 3" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.1" x 56.9" | 35.1" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | Unknown | 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 | 5.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 5.7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.2 | 2.1 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 40 W | 50 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | 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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