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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung Q60C has a better overall picture quality, performs well in bright rooms, and has higher quality control standards. It is also typically less expensive than the TCL R745. However, its gaming performance is not as strong, and it doesn't handle dark room viewing as well as the TCL. On the other hand, the TCL R745 excels in gaming due to its lower input lag and faster response time. It also has a larger screen and more HDMI ports, making it a more versatile choice for connectivity. Nonetheless, it falls short in bright room performance and overall picture quality compared to the Samsung Q60C and is more expensive. Choose the Samsung Q60C for brighter room viewing and lower cost, or the TCL R745 for gaming and larger screen size despite its higher price and reduced picture quality in bright settings. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Q60C (LCD)
- Good for cartoons & animation
- Very good motion processing
Advantages of the TCL R745 (LCD)
- Good for gaming
- Good for upscaling
- Good reflections
Key differences
Gaming
5.7
7.4
5.2/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.1/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
30.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
6.1/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.7/10
The TCL R745 (LCD) is good for gaming, while the Samsung Q60C (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q60C has poorer response time compared to the TCL R745, impacting its gaming performance, although both TVs have equally low input lag, which is beneficial for gaming. However, the TCL R745 also offers a higher refresh rate which is preferable for smoother gameplay, particularly for fast-paced games.
Cartoons & Animation
7.5
5.9
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
6.5/10
7.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
5.8/10
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
7.8/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.7/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.0/10
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) is good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL R745 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q60C showcases vibrant colors straight out of the box and delivers a wider range of colors, making it well-suited for cartoons and animation. In contrast, while the TCL R745 also has good colors initially, its color gamut isn't as broad, which can result in less vivid color reproduction for animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.8
6.1
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) and TCL R745 (LCD) are both only fair for news, talk, & other TV, though the Samsung Q60C (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Samsung Q60C is fair for watching news and TV programs due to its good upscaling of lower resolution content and good performance in SDR brightness, which is important for viewing in typical lighting conditions. In comparison, the TCL R745 is also fair for these types of content, with better upscaling capabilities which is advantageous for watching standard definition content, but its performance in SDR brightness is poor, making it less suitable for bright room viewing.
Bright Room
6.5
5.8
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
6.8/10
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
5.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
6.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
7.8/10
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) is only fair for bright room, while the TCL R745 (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q60C performs better in bright rooms due to its considerable SDR brightness and adequate handling of reflections, while the TCL R745 struggles with lower SDR brightness, affecting its visibility in well-lit environments despite its decent reflection handling. While both TVs have poor HDR brightness, the Samsung's superior SDR brightness gives it an edge for typical TV viewing in bright rooms.
Cost
$1,298
$1,700
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) has a price of $1,298 and the TCL R745 (LCD) costs $1,700.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
6.0
5.6
5.55/10
CONTRAST
4.97/10
7.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
5.8/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung Q60C (LCD) to have only fair picture quality, while the TCL R745 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.5
5.2
5.55/10
CONTRAST
4.97/10
2.9/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
5.0/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) and TCL R745 (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV.
The Samsung Q60C has low contrast and poor local dimming, resulting in subpar black uniformity, which affects its performance for movies and cinematic TV where deep blacks are crucial. The TCL R745, while also having low contrast, has no local dimming at all, leading to even worse black uniformity and a less immersive movie-watching experience, despite its relatively better gray uniformity and viewing angles.
Sports
6.5
6.4
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) and TCL R745 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Samsung Q60C and TCL R745 both have fair performance in handling reflections and motion processing which is important when watching sports as it affects the clarity of fast-moving objects and the ability to watch the game in various lighting conditions. However, both models have limited viewing angles and the TCL R745 has a somewhat better gray uniformity, which affects the consistency of the picture during sports events with large field areas like football or golf.
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How the Samsung Q60C (LCD) and the TCL R745 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Samsung Q60C (LCD) | TCL R745 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,298 | $1,700 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 8, 2023 | April 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN85Q60C | 85R745 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 85" | 85" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Roku TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.6/10 | 6.1/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 3 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 6.1/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.5/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.5/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.5/10 | 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" | 42.8" x 75.6" x 3.7" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 44.2" x 74.8" | 46.7" x 75.6" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | Unknown | 110.7 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 600 x 400 | 600 x 400 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 11 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | Yes | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 5.6/10 | 5/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 4.1/10 | 2.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.1 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 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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