A comparison of specs, key information, reviews, and best pricing from top retailers
Last updated -- hours ago | Report incorrect information
Company ProductName Specs
Company ProductName Specs
What we think
The PerfectRec TV team Learn more
Updated January 10, 2024·
If you mainly watch movies or tend to view in darker environments, the Samsung QN90C will provide better picture quality and local dimming capabilities for deeper blacks, which are advantages for cinematic experiences. However, for general TV shows and news in bright rooms, the TCL Q7 performs well and is less expensive. The TCL Q7 also offers some gaming features that outperform the Samsung, making it a solid choice for gaming enthusiasts looking for a cost-effective option. If cost is no object and you desire top-notch picture quality across various content types, including sports and gaming, the Samsung QN90C stands out despite its higher price. Give Feedback
this description is based on the product variant with some specs and product variant with some specs. At the time of writing, the variant with some specs cost some dollars and the variant with some specs cost some dollars.
Advantages of the Samsung QN90C (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
- Very good for movies & TV
- Good for sports
- Very good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
- Very good for use as monitor
- Very good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
- Excellent reflections
Advantages of the TCL Q7 (LCD)
- The TCL Q7 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung QN90C (LCD).
Key differences
Sports
7.0
6.4
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.3/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
4.8/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) is good for sports, while the TCL Q7 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung QN90C is superior at watching sports compared to the TCL Q7 because it has better motion processing capabilities which ensure smoother fast action, and its screen handles reflections well, making it a better fit for bright rooms. On the other hand, the TCL Q7 shows your sports with some limitations due to lower motion processing adequacy and less effective reflection handling, which can hinder the viewing experience, especially in well-lit environments.
Cartoons & Animation
8.8
7.8
7.5/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.6/10
9.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.5/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
8.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.5/10
7.7/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.5/10
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL Q7 (LCD) is good.
The Samsung QN90C is very good for cartoons & animation because it has excellent colors out of the box and a good color gamut, ensuring vibrant and accurate colors. In contrast, the TCL Q7 is good in this regard but does not reach the same level of color performance, making it a less ideal but more budget-friendly option for animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.8
6.3
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
4.8/10
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL Q7 (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung QN90C delivers exceptional upscaling and color accuracy straight out of the box, making it an excellent choice for watching news and talk shows which enhances detail clarity and provides a more vivid viewing experience. In contrast, the TCL Q7 has weaker upscaling and colors that are less accurate initially, which can result in lower picture quality for standard definition content often found in news and talk shows.
Bright Room
9.7
7.6
6.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
8.8/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.6/10
9.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the TCL Q7 (LCD) is good.
The Samsung QN90C shines in bright rooms due to its superior SDR and HDR brightness along with excellent reflection handling, making it a best choice for maintaining picture quality in well-lit environments. The TCL Q7, although good at managing reflections and delivering solid contrast and color performance, falls short of the Samsung in brightness, which is crucial for overcoming ambient light.
Cost
$2,379
$2,200
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) has a price of $2,379 and the TCL Q7 (LCD) costs $2,200.
Let Us Help Find Your Perfect TV
Find your new TV
Key similarities
Picture Quality
8.1
7.8
7.38/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
9.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.5/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
ADS / IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung QN90C (LCD) to have very good picture quality, while the TCL Q7 (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.0
7.7
7.38/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
6.8/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
8.7/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
4.8/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung QN90C (LCD) to be very good for movies & TV, while the TCL Q7 (LCD) is good.
The Samsung QN90C provides an excellent cinematic experience with its outstanding contrast, effective local dimming, and high black uniformity, which enhance movie and TV watching by producing deep blacks and vivid scenes. Conversely, the TCL Q7 also performs well with slightly better black uniformity, but falls short in local dimming and has poorer viewing angles which may affect the viewing experience in group settings or wide seating arrangements.
Gaming
8.2
8.2
7.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.0/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.3/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
75.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
90.0/100
8.9/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
The TCL Q7 (LCD) and Samsung QN90C (LCD) are both very good for gaming.
The Samsung QN90C is exceptional for gaming due to its superior input lag performance, ensuring minimal delay between controller inputs and on-screen action, and its excellent response time, leading to sharp images without blur during fast movements. In contrast, the TCL Q7, while also good for gaming, does not perform on the same level in terms of input lag and response time.
Give feedback
We’re constantly working to improve.
How the Samsung QN90C (LCD) and the TCL Q7 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Samsung QN90C (LCD) | TCL Q7 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,379 | $2,200 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Samsung | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 4, 2023 | June 3, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | QN85QN90C | 85Q750G | |
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 | 8.3/10 | 6.9/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | Yes | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 8.1/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.7/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.3/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.1/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 7/10 | 6.4/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 42.6" x 74.5" x 1.1" | 42.8" x 74.5" x 3.1" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 45" x 74.5" | 45.8" x 74.5" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 95.9 lbs | 82.7 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 | 7.4/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 7/10 | 6.8/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 4.2.2 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 60 W | 30 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Yes, Bypass only | |
Get a great deal on the Samsung QN90C (LCD) or the TCL Q7 (LCD)
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.
Give feedback
We're constantly perfecting our model
TV guides you might be interested in
More comparisons for you
FAQs
FAQs about TVs
Why trust us
This information was produced and vetted by the PerfectRec TVs team. We are a product research and recommendation organization that meticulously reviews and evaluates the latest TV information and makes it digestible for you.
By the numbers
385
TVs evaluated
33,110
TVs stats compiled
21
Proprietary TVs ratings developed
131,430
Recommendations made
19,715
Consumer hours saved
About the TV team
Joe Golden, Ph.D
CEO and TVs Editor
Joe is an entrepreneur and lifelong electronics enthusiast with a Ph.D in Economics from the University of Michigan.
Jason Lew
Staff Expert & Software Engineer
Jason is a staff expert and software engineer that has been making laptop recommendations for 7 years and moderates one of the largest laptop subreddits.
Chandradeep Chowdhury
Staff Expert & Software Engineer
Chandradeep is a staff expert and software engineer and expert in televisions and monitors. He’s been making monitor recommendations for ten years.
Jaime Roldán
TVs Expert
Jaime is a Colombia-based TV expert. He is an electronics engineer with 8 years of experience in the telecom sector and has been making TV recommendations for 12 years.
Featured in
