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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're focused on gaming, both the Sony X85K and TCL QM8 offer good experiences, with the TCL QM8 slightly outperforming in this area. For sports watchers, the Sony X85K is superior, offering smoother motion. When considering dark room viewing, the TCL QM8 has better dark room performance due to its superior contrast and black uniformity. However, in bright room conditions, both TVs handle reflections well, with the TCL QM8 having a slight edge. Price-wise, the Sony X85K comes in at a midrange price and is often significantly less expensive, while the TCL QM8 sits at an upper midrange price point and can be more costly. If you prioritize movies or series, the TCL QM8 outshines the Sony X85K, particularly for content with high dynamic range, as it supports advanced formats like Dolby Vision and has better local dimming, which enhances contrast. Additionally, the TCL QM8 would be better for use as a monitor due to its higher Chroma Subsampling score. Sound quality is another factor to consider—the TCL QM8 has better speakers, which could make a difference if you don't plan to use an external sound system. In summary, if budget is a concern and you enjoy watching sports, the Sony X85K is a great choice. For gamers, movie enthusiasts, and those seeking superior dark and bright room performance, the TCL QM8 justifies the higher price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Sony X85K (LCD)
- Good for sports
- Very good for news, talk, & other TV
- Best in class for upscaling
- Best in class motion processing
Advantages of the TCL QM8 (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
- Very good for dark room
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for movies & TV
- Good for use as monitor
- Very good reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.2
8.5
7.50/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
7.4/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.2/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL QM8 (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the Sony X85K (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.4
8.3
7.50/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
6.8/10
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 TCL QM8 (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the Sony X85K (LCD) is only fair.
The TCL QM8 is very good for watching movies and cinematic TV due to its higher contrast, superior black uniformity, and effective local dimming — essential for deep blacks and a rich picture in dark scenes — while the Sony X85K falls short in these areas, offering fair performance. Although the Sony X85K performs well regarding colors out of the box and viewing angles, which are beneficial for consistency across a wide range of content and different seating positions, it does not match the TCL QM8's strengths that are particularly important for movies and cinematic viewing.
Sports
7.4
6.5
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
7.3/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
4.8/10
8.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X85K (LCD) is good for sports, while the TCL QM8 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X85K is better suited for watching sports because it has superior motion processing capabilities, making fast-moving images clearer. In contrast, the TCL QM8, while offering good motion processing, might not handle fast-paced sports content as seamlessly as the Sony model.
Gaming
7.5
8.3
7.6/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.1/10
7.3/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
90.0/100
7.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
The TCL QM8 (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Sony X85K (LCD) is good.
The TCL QM8 boasts superior response time, which leads to clearer images in fast-moving scenes, making it preferable for intense gaming sessions, while the Sony X85K, having good response time as well, performs well but not to the same level. However, when it comes to input lag, both TVs are quite comparable, ensuring minimal delay between input commands and on-screen action, which is crucial for competitive gaming.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.2
6.8
8.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
4.8/10
The Sony X85K (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL QM8 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X85K excels in upscaling lower resolution content, making it very good for standard definition broadcasts like news and talk shows, and it has excellent colors out of the box, ensuring a vibrant viewing experience without the need for additional adjustments. On the other hand, while the TCL QM8 offers a very good color gamut which can be important for accurate representation of TV programs, its upscaling capabilities are only graded as good, which means it may not render lower resolution content as clearly as the Sony X85K.
Bright Room
7.4
9.9
5.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
8.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
7.0/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
7.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.9/10
The TCL QM8 (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Sony X85K (LCD) is good.
The TCL QM8 is considered best for bright rooms primarily because it has the highest SDR and HDR brightness, coupled with very good handling of reflections, which reduces glare and preserves picture quality. In comparison, the Sony X85K, while still good for bright rooms, falls short with lower SDR and HDR brightness, but still offers good performance when it comes to handling reflections. Contrast, color volume, and color gamut are also better on the TCL QM8, contributing to its superior performance in well-lit environments.
Cost
$1,098
$1,498
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Sony X85K (LCD) has a price of $1,098 and the TCL QM8 (LCD) costs $1,498.
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Key similarities
Cartoons & Animation
8.5
8.9
7.5/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.1/10
7.4/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.2/10
8.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
9.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.6/10
7.5/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.5/10
The TCL QM8 (LCD) and Sony X85K (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
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How the Sony X85K (LCD) and the TCL QM8 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Sony X85K (LCD) | TCL QM8 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,098 | $1,498 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Sony | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 4, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | KD-65X85K | 65QM850G | |
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 | 6.9/10 | 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 | 7.3/10 | 8.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.4/10 | 9.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.6/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.5/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 7.4/10 | 6.6/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.9" x 57.2" x 2.8" | 32.6" x 56.9" x 1.7" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.6" x 57.2" | 34.1" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 48.5 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 | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 8/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.1 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 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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