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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung Q60C comes at a higher price but provides better performance in a bright room and a slightly better experience when viewing sports content. However, the TCL S455, while less costly, offers better overall picture quality and is superior for watching movies and series. Neither of the two excels in a dark room. The Samsung Q60C also has slightly better gaming performance, but for all other types of content and viewing conditions, each has its particular strengths and you should choose based on what you value most. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Q60C (LCD)
- Good for cartoons & animation
- Very good motion processing
Advantages of the TCL S455 (LCD)
- Good for upscaling
Key differences
Picture Quality
6.0
6.5
5.55/10
CONTRAST
6.43/10
7.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL S455 (LCD) and Samsung Q60C (LCD) both have only fair picture quality, though the TCL S455 (LCD) has somewhat better picture quality.
Cartoons & Animation
7.5
6.0
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
7.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
7.8/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.6/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
5.8/10
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) is good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL S455 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Q60C is better for watching cartoons and animation because it delivers good color accuracy and a good color gamut, ensuring vibrant and precise hues. On the other hand, the TCL S455 offers only fair color accuracy and a poor color gamut, resulting in less vivid and accurate colors for animated content.
Bright Room
6.5
6.0
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.1/10
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
5.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.6/10
6.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.3/10
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) and TCL S455 (LCD) are both only fair for bright room, though the Samsung Q60C (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Samsung Q60C and TCL S455 both have fair SDR brightness, fair reflection handling, and poor HDR brightness, making them only moderately suitable for bright room viewing; the Samsung Q60C has a slightly better reflection handling and contrast, which is important for maintaining picture quality in well-lit environments, but neither excels in the very important factors of SDR and HDR brightness.
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Key similarities
Movies & TV
5.5
6.0
5.55/10
CONTRAST
6.43/10
2.9/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
9.2/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers TCL S455 (LCD) to be only fair for movies & TV, while the Samsung Q60C (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q60C has relatively low contrast and poor black uniformity, which are very important for watching movies, making dark scenes look washed out; additionally, its absence of local dimming means it can't improve the appearance of these scenes. The TCL S455, while having a better contrast ratio and excellent black uniformity, suffers from limited color performance out of the box and subpar local dimming, leading to less vibrant movie experiences and less pronounced dark scenes compared to TVs with better local dimming and color accuracy.
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
7.5/10
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) and TCL S455 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Samsung Q60C and TCL S455 are both rated fair for sports watching partly because they have issues with motion processing, as their response times are not optimal for fast-moving scenes. Additionally, while they may handle reflections decently, their narrow viewing angles and only fair gray uniformity can detract from the experience when viewing from an angle or in environments with uneven lighting.
Gaming
5.7
5.7
5.2/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.0/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
30.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
10.0/100
6.1/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) and TCL S455 (LCD) are both poor for gaming.
The Samsung Q60C and TCL S455 both have excellent input lag, which is great for gaming, but their response times are not ideal; the Samsung Q60C's response is rated poor, while the TCL S455's response is only fair. Since both TVs also have a standard refresh rate, their performance for gaming overall is not optimal, with the Samsung being less suited for fast-moving games due to its slower response time compared to the TCL.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.8
6.4
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) and TCL S455 (LCD) are both only fair for news, talk, & other TV.
The Samsung Q60C excels in upscaling, presenting lower resolution content like news or talk shows with clarity, and offers good colors right out of the box, making it suitable for vibrant TV programs without extra calibration. In contrast, the TCL S455 performs well in upscaling though slightly better than the Q60C, but its out-of-the-box color settings are less accurate, which might affect the viewing experience of colorful content unless adjusted. Both are fair choices for watching standard dynamic range content given their decent SDR brightness, but neither offers strong local dimming or contrast, which can make them less ideal for rooms with varying light conditions.
Cost
$1,248
$1,317
$600
$800
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$1,200
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$1,600
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The Samsung Q60C (LCD) has a price of $1,248 and the TCL S455 (LCD) costs $1,317.
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How the Samsung Q60C (LCD) and the TCL S455 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Samsung Q60C (LCD) | TCL S455 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,248 | $1,317 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 8, 2023 | May 7, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN85Q60C | 85S455 | |
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 | 6.3/10 | |
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 | 6.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.7/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.5/10 | 6/10 | |
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" | 43" x 74.7" x 3.1" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 44.2" x 74.8" | 45.9" x 74.7" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | Unknown | 79.4 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 600 x 400 | 600 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 | 5.6/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 4.1/10 | 3/10 | |
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 | No | |
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Lee Neikirk | January 2022
"A highly affordable but reliably kitted-out 4K Roku TV that, while far from perfect, still punches above its price and delivers a great user experience. If you want to soup up movie night for a bargain, the 4-Series won’t let you down. You may never need to plug in a set-top box or streaming device."
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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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