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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung QN90B commands a premium price and typically comes at a much higher cost than the TCL Q6. Despite the price, the Samsung QN90B offers exceptional overall picture quality and is particularly strong in bright conditions. It also shines with gaming content due to its low input lag and fast response time. In contrast, the TCL Q6 is a budget-friendly option with a lower price tag, but its overall picture quality and performance in bright rooms are less outstanding than the Samsung. Its capabilities for gaming are also limited compared to the Samsung due to a lower refresh rate and higher input lag. The Samsung has better sound quality with greater speaker power and supports Dolby Atmos, which the TCL does not. However, if pricing is a crucial factor and you mostly watch in darker environments or don't need top-of-the-line gaming and bright room performance, the TCL Q6 might be a sensible choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung QN90B (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for movies & TV
- Good for sports
- Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
- Very good for use as monitor
- Very good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
- Good viewing angle
- Excellent reflections
Advantages of the TCL Q6 (LCD)
- The TCL Q6 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung QN90B (LCD).
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.2
6.9
7.00/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
8.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.5/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the TCL Q6 (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.1
5.9
7.00/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
7.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
9.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the TCL Q6 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung QN90B outperforms the TCL Q6 when watching movies and cinematic TV due to its superior local dimming, black uniformity, and contrast, which are critical for deep blacks and rich picture quality. While the TCL Q6 falls behind with poor local dimming affecting its contrast and black levels, it also has a narrower viewing angle and less accurate colors out of the box, all of which are important for an immersive cinematic experience.
Sports
7.1
6.2
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) is good for sports, while the TCL Q6 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung QN90B excels in motion processing and handling reflections, which are crucial for a clear view of fast-paced sports action and reducing distractions from lighting, whereas the TCL Q6 struggles with these aspects, leading to a less optimal sports viewing experience. Additionally, the Samsung QN90B offers a better response time and viewing angles, ensuring crisp motion clarity and more flexible seating arrangements, unlike the TCL Q6 which may present motion blur and color shifts when viewed from an angle.
Gaming
8.3
5.8
8.3/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.4/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
70.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
19.0/100
9.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the TCL Q6 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung QN90B excels at gaming because it has a very good response time and the lowest possible input lag, which make for a smooth and responsive gaming experience; it also supports a higher refresh rate that can deliver sharper fast-moving images. On the other hand, the TCL Q6, while having low input lag, offers only fair response time and a lower refresh rate, which can result in less fluid movement and longer delays in displaying game action.
Cartoons & Animation
8.8
6.6
7.8/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.3/10
8.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.5/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
9.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
5.8/10
6.6/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.2/10
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL Q6 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung QN90B is rated higher for watching cartoons and animation as it offers the best colors out of the box and a good color gamut, ensuring vibrant and accurate colors from the start. The TCL Q6, while considered fair, presents colors out of the box poorly, despite having a good color gamut, which means that the colors may not be as rich or well-represented before calibration.
News, Talk, & Other TV
9.0
6.2
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL Q6 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung QN90B excels in watching news and other TV programs because it delivers better upscaling of low-resolution content and high SDR brightness, which is crucial for such content, while also offering superior colors out of the box. In contrast, the TCL Q6 may portray less vibrant colors and details due to its fair performance in upscaling and lower SDR brightness, which impacts its ability to display such content with the same clarity and brightness as the Samsung model.
Bright Room
9.7
7.2
7.4/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.4/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
9.3/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.6/10
9.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the TCL Q6 (LCD) is good.
Cost
$1,600
$700
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Samsung QN90B (LCD) has a price of $1,600 and the TCL Q6 (LCD) costs $700.
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How the Samsung QN90B (LCD) and the TCL Q6 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Samsung QN90B (LCD) | TCL Q6 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,600 | $700 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 4, 2022 | July 1, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN65QN90B | 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 | 8.3/10 | 6.4/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | Yes | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 3 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 8.2/10 | 7/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.8/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.4/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.1/10 | 6/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 7.2/10 | 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" | 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 | 53.8 lbs | 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 | 7/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 3.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 4.2.2 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 60 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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Samsung QN90B (LCD)
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USA Today
Michael Desjardin | October 2022
"The QN90B delivers one of the brightest pictures we’ve ever seen, showcasing HDR content better than just about every LCD/LED TV on the market. If all you’re planning on doing is watching cable TV, broadcast channels, and a fair share of streaming shows or movies, the QN90B is sure to impress. All four of the QN90B’s HDMI 2.1 ports support 4K gaming at 120fps a centerpiece feature of the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5."
TCL Q6 (LCD)
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CNN Underscored
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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