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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Sony X85J is typically more expensive than the TCL Q6 but offers better overall picture quality, gaming performance, and sports viewing experiences. The X85J, however, has a lower performance in dark rooms when compared to its bright room capability. If you play a lot of games or watch sports, the Sony is a strong choice, but it may not be the best for watching movies in dark environments. On the other hand, the TCL Q6 comes at a budget price and supports Dolby Vision, which enhances the viewing experience for compatible content. It may not perform as well as the Sony in bright rooms or with sports content. The Q6 also has a lower gaming performance, so if gaming isn't a priority and you want to save money, the TCL could suit you. Both TVs have their own strengths and weaknesses, so your decision will depend on what you prioritize: gaming and sports (Sony X85J) or cost savings and Dolby Vision content (TCL Q6). Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Sony X85J (LCD)
- Good for gaming
- Good for sports
- Very good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
- Best in class for upscaling
- Best in class motion processing
Advantages of the TCL Q6 (LCD)
- The TCL Q6 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Sony X85J (LCD).
Key differences
Movies & TV
6.5
5.9
7.88/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
6.9/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
9.0/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X85J (LCD) is only fair for movies & TV, while the TCL Q6 (LCD) is poor.
The Sony X85J generally provides a better experience for watching movies and cinematic TV due to its superior contrast and better local dimming feature, which helps deliver deep blacks and more distinct dark scenes, despite a lack of local dimming. On the other hand, the TCL Q6, with its poorer contrast and less effective local dimming, might struggle with maintaining consistent black levels, making it less suitable for movie enthusiasts who value a more cinematic picture quality.
Sports
7.2
6.2
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X85J (LCD) is good for sports, while the TCL Q6 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X85J is better for watching sports because it has excellent motion processing that ensures smooth action and a good response time which minimizes motion blur, key factors for a clear viewing experience during fast-paced games. On the other hand, the TCL Q6 has fair motion processing and response time, which may lead to more blur and less fluid motion, therefore not being as suitable for watching sports, especially in bright rooms where its poor reflection handling can also be a disadvantage.
Gaming
7.6
5.8
7.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.4/10
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
19.0/100
7.5/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
The Sony X85J (LCD) is good for gaming, while the TCL Q6 (LCD) is poor.
The Sony X85J is better for gaming because it has a higher refresh rate, labeled as 'Good', making gameplay smoother, while the TCL Q6 has a lower refresh rate, marked as 'Fair', which could result in less fluid motion. Additionally, the Sony has lower input lag and a more responsive screen, both described as 'Good', compared to the TCL Q6, which has the highest input lag score and only a 'Fair' response time, leading to potential delays and less precise control during gaming.
Cartoons & Animation
8.6
6.6
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.3/10
7.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.5/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
9.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
5.8/10
8.2/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.2/10
The Sony X85J (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL Q6 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X85J is very good for watching cartoons & animation largely because it displays colors excellently right out of the box, ensuring animated content looks vibrant and true to the creators' intent. In contrast, the TCL Q6 is rated as fair in this regard due to its poor performance with out-of-the-box colors, which may result in less accurate and less appealing color reproduction for animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.2
6.2
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
The Sony X85J (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL Q6 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X85J provides a very good upscaling of lower-resolution content and excellent colors out of the box, which enhances the viewing experience for news and TV programs, while the TCL Q6, with fair performance in upscaling and poor colors out of the box, may not deliver the same clarity and vibrancy in these types of content.
Cost
$1,200
$700
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Sony X85J (LCD) has a price of $1,200 and the TCL Q6 (LCD) costs $700.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
7.3
6.9
7.88/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
7.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.5/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Sony X85J (LCD) to have good picture quality, while the TCL Q6 (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Bright Room
7.3
7.2
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.4/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
7.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.6/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Sony X85J (LCD) and TCL Q6 (LCD) are both good for bright room.
The Sony X85J performs well in bright rooms due to its very good SDR and HDR brightness and effective reflection handling, although its contrast is not as high as some other models, which can affect deep black levels. The TCL Q6 also suits bright rooms with its very good SDR brightness and extremely high contrast, ensuring deep blacks, but it's less effective at handling reflections compared to the Sony.
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How the Sony X85J (LCD) and the TCL Q6 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Sony X85J (LCD) | TCL Q6 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,200 | $700 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Sony | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 4, 2021 | July 1, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | KD-65X85J | 65Q650G | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Android TV | Google TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.4/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | Yes | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 3 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 7.3/10 | 7/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.4/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.6/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.6/10 | 6/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 7.3/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.8" x 57.2" x 2.8" | 32.8" x 56.9" x 3.2" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.6" x 57.2" | 34.6" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 48.7 lbs | 33.7 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 300 x 300 | 300 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 | 7.9/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 3.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | No | |
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"If you’re looking for a good overall viewing experience without spending a lot, the TCL Q6 fits the bill. With its good color reproduction, the image on the screen will do just fine, especially for HDR content."
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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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