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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Sony A90K is an OLED TV, which generally provides superb picture quality, with perfect blacks and great viewing angles, making it an excellent choice for dark room viewing and a wide-seating arrangement. It's also a strong contender for gaming due to its low input lag and quick response time. However, it's not as bright as some LCD TVs, so it might not be the best choice if you plan to watch TV in very bright rooms. On the other hand, the TCL QM8 is an LCD TV with miniLED technology that tends to be brighter and may suit bright room conditions better. It's larger, which can be great for an immersive experience, and less expensive than the Sony. However, the overall picture quality, especially in dark rooms and viewing angles, might not quite match up to what you get with the Sony's OLED screen. Ultimately, if budget and bright room performance are priorities, the TCL QM8 is a strong option. If superior dark room performance, wider viewing angles, and gaming experience are more important to you, and you're okay with a smaller screen, the Sony A90K might fit your needs better. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Sony A90K (OLED)
- Excellent for movies & TV
- Excellent for sports
- Very good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for use as monitor
- Best in class for upscaling
- Best in class motion processing
- Very good viewing angle
Advantages of the TCL QM8 (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
Key differences
Movies & TV
9.1
8.3
10.00/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
8.5/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
4.8/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony A90K (OLED) is excellent for movies & TV, while the TCL QM8 (LCD) is very good.
The Sony A90K excels in watching movies and cinematic TV due to the inherent strengths of its OLED technology, which renders perfect black uniformity and a contrast ratio that makes it superior to most LCDs, while its excellent viewing angles ensure color consistency across different seating positions. In contrast, the TCL QM8, despite having very good image quality, can't match the Sony's performance because of its LCD technology which, while offering commendable contrast and local dimming, falls short in black uniformity and viewing angles compared to OLED TVs.
Sports
9.1
6.5
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
7.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
4.8/10
6.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony A90K (OLED) is excellent for sports, while the TCL QM8 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony A90K's excellent performance for watching sports is due to its outstanding response time, superior motion processing, and better handling of reflections, combined with wider viewing angles which provide a more consistent image when viewed from the side. The TCL QM8, with a lower response time and less effective motion processing, doesn't keep up as well in these areas, making fast-paced sports content appear less clear, particularly when viewed at an angle or in a room with many reflections.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.7
6.8
6.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
4.8/10
The Sony A90K (OLED) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL QM8 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony A90K excels in upscaling lower-resolution content, making its performance for watching news and TV programs generally impressive due to clearer images. In contrast, the TCL QM8 shows weaker upscaling, which can affect the clarity of such programs, and it also has poorer performance in handling standard dynamic range content's brightness, making it less suitable for viewing in well-lit environments.
Bright Room
6.7
9.9
8.8/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
6.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
6.2/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
8.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.9/10
The TCL QM8 (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Sony A90K (OLED) is only fair.
The Sony A90K OLED has lower brightness levels in both SDR and HDR and its performance in bright rooms is impacted despite having very good reflection handling. In contrast, the TCL QM8 LCD offers the best SDR and excellent HDR brightness which, combined with very good reflection handling, makes it more suitable for bright room viewing although it has a lower contrast ratio and color volume than the Sony A90K OLED.
Cost
$1,398
$1,545
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Sony A90K (OLED) has a price of $1,398 and the TCL QM8 (LCD) costs $1,545.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
8.5
8.5
10.00/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
8.0/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.2/10
WOLED
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
WBE
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Sony A90K (OLED) and TCL QM8 (LCD) both have very good picture quality.
Gaming
8.8
8.3
9.4/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.1/10
7.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
100.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
90.0/100
6.2/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
The Sony A90K (OLED) and TCL QM8 (LCD) are both very good for gaming.
The Sony A90K offers an outstanding gaming experience with its excellent response time and good input lag, ideal for fast-paced gaming where quick reactions are crucial. The TCL QM8 also delivers a very good gaming experience with a high refresh rate for smooth motion, although its response time and input lag are slightly less optimal compared to the Sony A90K, which may be noticeable in competitive gaming scenarios.
Cartoons & Animation
8.4
8.9
8.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.1/10
8.0/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.2/10
6.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
7.7/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.6/10
9.6/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.5/10
The TCL QM8 (LCD) and Sony A90K (OLED) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The Sony A90K excels in displaying animations with accurate colors straight out of the box and an impressive color gamut, making vibrant cartoon colors pop on screen. Meanwhile, the TCL QM8 also provides a very good color gamut complemented by excellent color volume, ensuring bright and diverse hues in animated content, but it may require some adjustments for optimal out-of-the-box color accuracy.
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How the Sony A90K (OLED) and the TCL QM8 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Sony A90K (OLED) | TCL QM8 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,398 | $1,545 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Sony | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 2, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 48A90K | 65QM850G | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 48" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Android TV | Google TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
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 | 8.6/10 | 8.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.8/10 | 9.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.8/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 9.1/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 9.2/10 | 6.6/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 24.6" x 42.1" x 2.4" | 32.6" x 56.9" x 1.7" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 24.9" x 42.1" | 34.1" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 29.6 lbs | 50.1 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 300 x 300 | 300 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 | 10/10 | 8/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 10/10 | 8/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.1 | 2.1 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 25 W | 40 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | Yes, Bypass only | |
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About Sony
Sony stands as a highly experienced and widely trusted TV manufacturer, earning a reputation that surpasses all others. A Japanese company, Sony has been making TVs for far longs than it has been making Playstation game consoles. Sony's high-end TVs are often regarded as the ultimate choice for videophiles, representing the epitome of quality, albeit at a premium price point. Renowned for their advanced and precise motion handling, as well as their cutting-edge local dimming algorithms, Sony consistently delivers unparalleled performance in these areas. They include Google TV software with all their TV sets, which grants access to the largest selection of apps available and they also include Bravia Core which is a movie streaming platform specifically for Sony TVs that offers higher picture quality by using more bandwidth.
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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