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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Sony X77L offers an overall picture quality and gaming experience that is good, but it is usually significantly more expensive than the TCL Q6. The TCL Q6, while generally less expensive, provides a better overall picture quality and better performance in bright rooms. However, it does not perform as well in dark environments when compared to other TVs. If cost is a major consideration and you watch TV mostly in bright rooms, the TCL Q6 might be a better choice for you. On the other hand, if you're looking for a better experience with sports content and can justify a higher price, the Sony X77L could be the way to go. Both TVs have a 65-inch LCD screen, but the TCL Q6 has better contrast and black uniformity, making it suitable for varied content viewing but with a narrower viewing angle. For watching movies or playing games in a darker setting, neither of these TVs may deliver the best experience, but both support HDR and have multiple HDMI ports. Sound quality is similar for both, but keep in mind that you might want to purchase external speakers for a more immersive audio experience. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Sony X77L (LCD)
- Good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
- Good viewing angle
Advantages of the TCL Q6 (LCD)
- Good for bright room
Key differences
Picture Quality
5.6
6.9
3.58/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
6.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.5/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL Q6 (LCD) has only fair picture quality, while the Sony X77L (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.2
5.9
3.58/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
5.8/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
9.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL Q6 (LCD) and Sony X77L (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV, though the TCL Q6 (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Sony X77L's limitations in contrast and local dimming result in a poor movie and cinematic TV experience, intensified by below-average black uniformity which affects the depiction of dark scenes. Similarly, the TCL Q6 suffers in displaying movies due to its lower local dimming capability and color performance out of the box, despite its better black uniformity, making it less ideal for films that demand rich, consistent colors and deep blacks.
Sports
6.8
6.2
8.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X77L (LCD) and TCL Q6 (LCD) are both only fair for sports, though the Sony X77L (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Sony X77L has better viewing angles and reflections handling, making it more suitable for watching sports in brighter rooms or with larger groups. However, the TCL Q6 has superior motion processing which is essential for smooth action in sports, but it's less ideal for rooms with a lot of light or off-center viewing.
Cartoons & Animation
6.0
6.6
5.9/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.3/10
6.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.5/10
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
8.8/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
5.8/10
7.7/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.2/10
The TCL Q6 (LCD) and Sony X77L (LCD) are both only fair for cartoons & animation, though the TCL Q6 (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Sony X77L's performance while watching cartoons and animation is fair due to its very good color accuracy out of the box but limited color gamut, affecting the overall color richness. In contrast, the TCL Q6 offers a good color gamut, which translates to more vivid colors, but this is offset by its poorer out-of-the-box color accuracy, which might require professional calibration for optimal results.
Bright Room
6.0
7.2
7.7/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.4/10
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
6.2/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.6/10
6.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The TCL Q6 (LCD) is good for bright room, while the Sony X77L (LCD) is only fair.
The TCL Q6 handles bright room viewing better due to its higher SDR and HDR brightness, making it a preferable choice for well-lit environments; however, its reflections handling is poorer compared to the Sony X77L, which could be a drawback in rooms with direct light sources. The Sony X77L has slightly better control over reflections but lags in brightness, making it less ideal for bright rooms despite handling reflections slightly better.
Cost
$1,098
$998
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Sony X77L (LCD) has a price of $1,098 and the TCL Q6 (LCD) costs $998.
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Key similarities
Gaming
5.8
5.8
5.9/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.4/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
8.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
5.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
19.0/100
6.4/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
The TCL Q6 (LCD) and Sony X77L (LCD) are both poor for gaming.
The Sony X77L and the TCL Q6 are considered poor for gaming primarily because they both have a low refresh rate of only 60Hz, affecting the smoothness of fast-moving images. Additionally, the Sony X77L has a poor response time and the TCL Q6 has the highest input lag, both of which can lead to motion blur and delay respectively, hampering the gaming experience.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.0
6.2
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
The TCL Q6 (LCD) and Sony X77L (LCD) are both only fair for news, talk, & other TV.
The Sony X77L has good SDR brightness and fair upscaling, which are crucial for clear viewing of news and talk shows, but has a poor color gamut which impacts the vibrancy of colors. The TCL Q6, on the other hand, offers very good SDR brightness and fair upscaling but has a good color gamut for better color range, although its colors out of the box are rated poor, meaning initial color accuracy is lacking compared to the Sony X77L, which has a very good colors out of the box rating.
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How the Sony X77L (LCD) and the TCL Q6 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Sony X77L (LCD) | TCL Q6 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,098 | $998 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Sony | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 6, 2023 | July 1, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | KD-85X77L | 85Q650G | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 85" | 85" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Google TV | Google TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.1/10 | 6.4/10 | |
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 | 5.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.8/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.2/10 | 6/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.9/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | Unknown" x Unknown" x Unknown" | 42.8" x 74.4" x 3.7" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | Unknown" x Unknown" | 45.7" x 74.4" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 100.9 lbs | 65 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 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 | 3.6/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 3/10 | 3.5/10 | |
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 | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | No | |
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Milton Clark | September 2023
"For an entry-level model, Sony’s X77L is a decent 4K TV. It’s color reproduction, along with crisp and clean picture images revealed plenty of detail and clarity thanks in part to Sony’s excellent video processing."
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Michael Gowan | July 2023
"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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