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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you are looking for a higher-quality viewing experience for gaming and sports and don't mind a higher price, the Samsung Q80C might be a more suitable option. However, it does not support Dolby Vision which can enhance the viewing experience for certain content. On the other hand, the TCL S450G is more budget-friendly and supports Dolby Vision, but it may not perform as well in a bright room or provide as high-quality an experience for gaming due to its lower refresh rate. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Q80C (LCD)
- Good for bright room
- 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 S450G (LCD)
- The TCL S450G (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung Q80C (LCD).
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.0
5.9
5.55/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.2/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) has good picture quality, while the TCL S450G (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Sports
6.8
6.1
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
6.0/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) and TCL S450G (LCD) are both only fair for sports, though the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Samsung Q80C has better handling of reflections, which is beneficial for watching sports in bright rooms but has a limited viewing angle, which means the picture might degrade when viewed from the side. The TCL S450G, on the other hand, has poorer motion processing capabilities, leading to less smooth action scenes, and its equally limited viewing angle may hinder group watching experiences; both TVs have fast response times essential for fast-moving sports content.
Gaming
8.1
5.6
7.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.7/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
60.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
18.0/100
8.1/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.7/10
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q80C is better suited for gaming due to its good response time and lower input lag, which are critical for a responsive and smooth gaming experience. In contrast, the TCL S450G, with its poor response time and fair input lag, won't provide as fluid gameplay, making it less ideal for fast-paced games.
Cartoons & Animation
7.2
5.8
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.2/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
6.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.2/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.6/10
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q80C delivers better colors out of the box and has a good color gamut, making animations appear more vibrant and true to the intended artistry, whereas the TCL S450G, with fair colors out of the box and a poor color gamut, struggles to reproduce a wide range of colors, making animations less lively.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.2
5.6
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q80C is better for watching news and talk shows due to its very good SDR brightness and upscaling, which means it displays standard content vividly and clearly. In contrast, the TCL S450G is considered poor for such content because of its poor SDR brightness and less capable upscaling, leading to duller visuals and lower clarity.
Bright Room
7.2
5.7
7.7/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.0/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
7.3/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.6/10
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good for bright room, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q80C is better suited for bright rooms as it has very good SDR and good HDR brightness, helping maintain picture quality in well-lit environments, whereas the TCL S450G struggles with poor SDR and HDR brightness, leading to a dimmer display that's more challenging to view in bright rooms. Additionally, the Samsung Q80C handles reflections more effectively despite its lower score, while the TCL S450G which has a fair score might not cope as well with reflected light, further affecting its performance in bright conditions.
Cost
$1,298
$348
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) has a price of $1,298 and the TCL S450G (LCD) costs $348.
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Key similarities
Movies & TV
6.1
5.6
5.55/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
4.4/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.1/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
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 S450G (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q80C is considered fair for movies and cinematic TV because it has a considerable contrast rating, which is very important for deep blacks and overall picture quality, and the TV supports local dimming to improve this further. In comparison, the TCL S450G is rated as poor for such content due to its lower contrast and less effective local dimming, impacting its ability to deliver the deep blacks and uniformity typically preferred for cinematic viewing.
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How the Samsung Q80C (LCD) and the TCL S450G (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Samsung Q80C (LCD) | TCL S450G (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,298 | $348 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 2, 2023 | July 1, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65Q80C | 65S450G | |
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 | 6.3/10 | |
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 | 6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.3/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.2/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.2/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.9/10 | 6.2/10 | |
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 | 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 | 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 | 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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