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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Samsung Q60C, while typically more expensive, offers stronger performance in a bright room and has a better dark room performance than the TCL S470G. For watching sports and playing games, the Samsung is a better choice due to its higher scores in those areas. However, if you're looking for a more budget-friendly option and can compromise on picture quality, particularly in darker settings, the TCL S470G might suit your needs. Keep in mind that the Q60C uses a VA panel which generally offers better contrast, whereas the S470G uses an IPS panel known for wider viewing angles but lower contrast. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Samsung Q60C (LCD)
- Good for cartoons & animation
- Very good motion processing
Advantages of the TCL S470G (LCD)
- Good viewing angle
Key differences
Picture Quality
6.0
5.4
5.55/10
CONTRAST
3.76/10
7.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
IPS
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) has only fair picture quality, while the TCL S470G (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Cartoons & Animation
7.5
5.7
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.2/10
7.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.1/10
7.8/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.4/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) is good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL S470G (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q60C is better for watching cartoons and animation as it delivers more accurate colors out of the box and possesses a wider color gamut, which are both very important for animated content. In contrast, the TCL S470G, despite offering good color out of the box, falls behind in color volume and gamut which affects the vibrancy and richness of the colors displayed.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.8
5.4
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.1/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) is only fair for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S470G (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q60C delivers a more satisfying viewing experience for news and general TV programs, due to its better upscaling of low-resolution content and its superior SDR brightness, making it easier to view in various lighting conditions. In contrast, the TCL S470G's poor performance in these very important areas, with notably inferior upscaling and SDR brightness, results in a less enjoyable experience for daily content viewing.
Bright Room
6.5
5.3
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
7.3/10
7.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.1/10
5.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.3/10
6.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.0/10
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) is only fair for bright room, while the TCL S470G (LCD) is poor.
The Samsung Q60C is better for watching TV in a bright room than the TCL S470G because it has higher SDR brightness, which means it can display a brighter picture under most conditions, making it better suited for well-lit environments. Both TVs are evenly matched when it comes to reflections handling, and neither is particularly strong in HDR brightness, but the Samsung's advantage in SDR brightness is a key factor for bright room viewing.
Cost
$1,298
$800
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) has a price of $1,298 and the TCL S470G (LCD) costs $800.
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Key similarities
Movies & TV
5.5
5.0
5.55/10
CONTRAST
3.76/10
2.9/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
5.4/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) and TCL S470G (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV.
Sports
6.5
6.2
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.5/10
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
5.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) and TCL S470G (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Samsung Q60C and TCL S470G both have limitations in sports watching due to their fair reflection handling and limitation in viewing angles, which can affect the picture quality when watching from the side or in well-lit rooms. Both TVs also struggle with response time and motion processing, leading to potential motion blur during fast-paced games, although the TCL S470G has relatively better viewing angles which could be slightly better in a room with viewers spread out.
Gaming
5.7
5.6
5.2/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.9/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.5/10
30.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
5.0/100
6.1/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.4/10
The Samsung Q60C (LCD) and TCL S470G (LCD) are both poor for gaming.
The Samsung Q60C and TCL S470G both have poor response times, which can result in motion blur in fast-paced games. However, they have the best input lag scores, meaning they respond quickly to gaming commands despite potential motion clarity issues.
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How the Samsung Q60C (LCD) and the TCL S470G (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Samsung Q60C (LCD) | TCL S470G (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,298 | $800 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 8, 2023 | September 9, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN85Q60C | 85S470G | |
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 | 5.9/10 | |
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 | 5.4/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.5/10 | 5.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.7/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.5/10 | 5.1/10 | |
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 3.8" | |
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 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 | 3.8/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 4.1/10 | 2.8/10 | |
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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Stratos Kampourogiannis | November 2023
"On the bright side the S4 does have great viewing angles that can make it an excellent family TV. It has great color coverage, its input lag is extremely low, it supports Dolby Vision and comes with Google TV."
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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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