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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're looking for a TV with a higher level of overall picture quality, better performance for sports, and a stronger experience in bright rooms, the Samsung Q60C would serve you better. However, it comes at a typically higher price compared to the TCL S450G. The TCL S450G, while more budget-friendly, tends to offer a less impressive picture and sports viewing experience. It also doesn't perform as well in bright rooms as the Samsung Q60C. However, it is a more economical option that supports Dolby Vision, which the Samsung does not, potentially providing a better HDR experience for content that takes advantage of this format. Both TVs have limitations in dark rooms and similar input lag for gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Q60C (LCD)
- Good for cartoons & animation
- Very good motion processing
Advantages of the TCL S450G (LCD)
- The TCL S450G (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung Q60C (LCD).
Key differences
Cartoons & Animation
7.5
5.8
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
7.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.2/10
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
7.8/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.2/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.6/10
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) is good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q60C is better for watching cartoons and animation because it has good color performance right out of the box and a good color gamut, which means it displays a wide and accurate range of colors. In contrast, the TCL S450G is rated as poor in both color performance out of the box and color gamut, leading to less vibrant and accurate colors when watching animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.8
5.6
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) is only fair for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q60C delivers better upscaling and SDR brightness, making it suitable for watching news and other standard TV programs in various lighting conditions. On the other hand, the TCL S450G has poorer performance in these areas, compromising its ability to display content clearly in well-lit environments and potentially leading to less sharp images when converting lower-resolution content.
Bright Room
6.5
5.7
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.0/10
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
5.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
6.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.6/10
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) is only fair for bright room, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q60C has a higher SDR Brightness which makes it better suited for bright rooms compared to the TCL S450G, while both TVs have fair ratings for handling reflections, lower brightness levels on the TCL S450G diminish its performance under bright conditions.
Cost
$1,298
$748
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) has a price of $1,298 and the TCL S450G (LCD) costs $748.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
6.0
5.9
5.55/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
7.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.2/10
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 S450G (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.5
5.6
5.55/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
2.9/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.1/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL S450G (LCD) and Samsung Q60C (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV.
The Samsung Q60C and TCL S450G both have poor local dimming capabilities, which are crucial for producing deep blacks needed for a great movie experience. Additionally, both TVs' lower black uniformity means that dark scenes in movies won't look as good on screen, and their limited viewing angles can also affect group viewing where viewers are seated off to the side.
Sports
6.5
6.1
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) and TCL S450G (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Samsung Q60C and the TCL S450G both have their limitations for watching sports: the Q60C, while offering good motion processing, struggles with poor response time, which can result in motion blur, and the TCL S450G, despite sharing similar difficulties with motion blur due to poor response time, has an additional challenge with handling reflections which can distract from the viewing experience in bright rooms. Both TVs exhibit fair viewing angles and gray uniformity, impacting the consistency of the picture when viewed from the side or when displaying large, uniform colors like a football field.
Gaming
5.7
5.6
5.2/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.7/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
30.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
18.0/100
6.1/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.7/10
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) and TCL S450G (LCD) are both poor for gaming.
The Samsung Q60C and TCL S450G are considered poor for gaming due to their slow response times and high input lag, which can cause motion blur and delayed reaction to user inputs, respectively. Both TVs also have a refresh rate of 60Hz, which is lower than the 120Hz or higher typically preferred for smooth gaming experiences.
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How the Samsung Q60C (LCD) and the TCL S450G (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Samsung Q60C (LCD) | TCL S450G (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,298 | $748 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 8, 2023 | July 1, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN85Q60C | 85S450G | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 85" | 85" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Tizen | Google TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.6/10 | 6.3/10 | |
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 | 6.1/10 | 6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.5/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.7/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.5/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.5/10 | 6.2/10 | |
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 74.4" x 3.7" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 44.2" x 74.8" | 45.9" x 74.4" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | Unknown | 63.9 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 600 x 400 | 600 x 600 | |
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 | 4.1/10 | 3.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 30 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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