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If you're looking for overall picture quality and color performance, the Samsung Q60B offers better results, but it comes at a midrange price, which is typically higher than the TCL S446. The Q60B also has advantages in dark and bright rooms compared to the S446. However, the TCL S446 is a budget-friendly option with decent performance for its price, especially if you're not as concerned about the highest quality in dark room settings. It still supports various HDR formats and has a similar number of HDMI ports. For gaming and sports, both TVs have similar performance, but for watching movies, the Samsung Q60B is noticeably better. If budget is less of a concern and picture quality is a priority, the Samsung Q60B is the better choice. If you're looking to save money and are okay with a less optimal dark room performance, the TCL S446 could be a good option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Q60B (LCD)
- Good for bright room
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
- Good motion processing
Advantages of the TCL S446 (LCD)
- Good viewing angle
- Good reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.3
5.8
7.75/10
CONTRAST
5.37/10
7.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.0/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
IPS
The Samsung Q60B (LCD) has good picture quality, while the TCL S446 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.6
5.4
7.75/10
CONTRAST
5.37/10
8.5/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
4.8/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Samsung Q60B (LCD) is only fair for movies & TV, while the TCL S446 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q60B displays movies and cinematic TV fairly well due to its high contrast and excellent black uniformity, which are crucial for a true cinematic experience, whereas the TCL S446 performs poorly, primarily because of its significantly lower contrast and poor black uniformity, which can lead to washed-out dark scenes and less immersive viewing. Additionally, the Samsung's good color volume means it can display a wide range of colors effectively, contributing to a more vibrant picture, compared to the TCL's fair color volume that may result in less vivid images.
Cartoons & Animation
8.4
6.4
7.2/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.8/10
7.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.0/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.0/10
9.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.1/10
7.2/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.0/10
The Samsung Q60B (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL S446 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Q60B is rated higher in color out of the box and has a good color gamut which leads to vibrant and accurate colors when watching cartoons and animation. In comparison, the TCL S446, despite having an excellent score for colors out of the box, falls short in its color gamut, resulting in less rich and precise colors.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.6
6.4
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The Samsung Q60B (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S446 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Q60B demonstrates better performance with upscaling and SDR brightness, crucial for watching news and talk shows, ensuring clearer images and better visibility in various lighting conditions. In contrast, the TCL S446, though fair in the same aspects, might not deliver as pronounced clarity and brightness, potentially offering a less vivid and sharp viewing experience for standard content.
Bright Room
7.1
5.8
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
7.5/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.0/10
6.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.4/10
6.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
7.2/10
The Samsung Q60B (LCD) is good for bright room, while the TCL S446 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q60B is better suited for bright rooms due to its higher SDR brightness and fair handling of reflections, which help to maintain picture quality in well-lit environments. Conversely, the TCL S446 has lower SDR brightness and good reflection handling, but the overall dimmer display means it won't perform as well in bright rooms.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.4
6.4
7.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
8.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Q60B (LCD) and TCL S446 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Samsung Q60B has poor response time which is not ideal for watching fast-moving sports, but performs better against reflections which could be a plus in bright rooms; on the other hand, the TCL S446 offers fair response time which might be slightly better for sports but has a good score for reflection handling, meaning it can also handle well-lit environments. With regards to viewing angle, TCL S446's is wider, which is better for group viewing, while both have fair gray uniformity, minimizing visual distractions during sports viewing.
Gaming
5.6
5.8
5.2/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.2/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.0/10
7.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
6.9/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.6/10
The TCL S446 (LCD) and Samsung Q60B (LCD) are both poor for gaming.
The Samsung Q60B is rated poorly for gaming due to its slower response time, despite having low input lag, while the TCL S446 also falls short as a gaming TV, it has a fair response time but higher input lag compared to the Samsung. Neither TV supports high refresh rates which are essential for smooth gaming performance.
Cost
$1,798
$1,800
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Samsung Q60B (LCD) has a price of $1,798 and the TCL S446 (LCD) costs $1,800.
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Spec Comparison
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| Samsung Q60B (LCD) | TCL S446 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,798 | $1,800 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 8, 2022 | September 6, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN85Q60B | 85S446 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 85" | 85" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Android TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 5.9/10 | 6.1/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 3 | 3 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 7.3/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.1/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.6/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.7/10 | 5.5/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.4/10 | 6.4/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 42.7" x 74.8" x 1.1" | 43.1" x 74.9" x 3.9" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 44.2" x 74.8" | 46.8" x 74.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 91.5 lbs | 102.1 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 600 x 400 | 600 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 | 7.8/10 | 5.4/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 2.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 24 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Bypass only | Bypass only | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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David Katzmaier | June 2022
"Samsung's 2022 QLED workhorse shines in bright rooms and with HDR. The Samsung Q60B stands out from the slew of entry-level TVs with an ultra-thin frame, a skinny profile from the side and even narrow stand legs. The Q60B is a very good bright-room TV, and my subjective impression of its ample light output was proven by measurements."
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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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