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Updated January 12, 2024·
If the budget allows for a premium, the Sony X90L offers a generally better overall experience with superior motion handling, which is ideal for sports and action-packed movies. However, it doesn't perform as well in very bright rooms. The TCL Q7 is less expensive and might suffice if you're looking for a good TV that handles brightness better, making it more suitable for well-lit environments. Keep in mind, though, that while the TCL Q7 offers solid performance for its lower price, the Sony X90L provides a richer experience for gaming and movie enthusiasts, but you'll pay significantly more for these enhancements. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Sony X90L (LCD)
- Very good for bright room
- Good for sports
- Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
- Best in class for upscaling
- Best in class motion processing
Advantages of the TCL Q7 (LCD)
- The TCL Q7 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Sony X90L (LCD).
Key differences
Sports
7.2
6.4
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
7.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.3/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
4.8/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X90L (LCD) is good for sports, while the TCL Q7 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X90L handles motion better and is more effective at reducing reflections, making it a strong choice for sports enthusiasts who value clear images without distraction from glare or blur during fast movements. Conversely, the TCL Q7's motion processing and reflection handling are less robust, which could compromise the viewing experience in bright rooms and during dynamic scenes in sports.
Cartoons & Animation
8.6
7.8
7.7/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.6/10
8.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.5/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
8.0/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.5/10
6.6/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.5/10
The Sony X90L (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL Q7 (LCD) is good.
News, Talk, & Other TV
9.0
6.3
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
4.8/10
The Sony X90L (LCD) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL Q7 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X90L excels with its upscaling and color accuracy directly out of the box, providing a clear and vibrant picture for watching news and talk shows, which require a TV to handle standard definition content well. In contrast, the TCL Q7 struggles with these factors, displaying a less refined image, which might be noticeable when watching everyday programs, especially when viewing content that isn't natively high-definition.
Bright Room
8.6
7.6
5.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
8.3/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.6/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Sony X90L (LCD) is very good for bright room, while the TCL Q7 (LCD) is good.
The Sony X90L excels in a bright room due to its excellent SDR and very good HDR brightness, outperforming the TCL Q7, which still offers very good SDR and good HDR brightness. However, both TVs handle reflections poorly, but due to its higher brightness levels, the Sony X90L is better equipped to combat glare; additionally, its superior color gamut and volume contribute to a more vivid picture quality than the TCL Q7, enhancing its performance in well-lit environments.
Cost
$998
$798
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Sony X90L (LCD) has a price of $998 and the TCL Q7 (LCD) costs $798.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
7.8
7.8
7.125/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
8.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.5/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Sony X90L (LCD) and TCL Q7 (LCD) both have good picture quality.
Movies & TV
7.6
7.7
7.125/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
6.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
8.7/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
4.8/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL Q7 (LCD) and Sony X90L (LCD) are both good for movies & TV.
The Sony X90L (LCD) has a high contrast ratio, making it suitable for watching movies and cinematic TV as it can display deep blacks, while the TCL Q7 (LCD) stands out with exceptional black uniformity and local dimming, offering a more consistent and enhanced viewing experience in dark scenes. Both perform well in terms of color representation and screen uniformity which are somewhat important for these viewing conditions, and while viewing angles are narrower on both, they provide immersive cinematic experiences when viewed directly in front.
Gaming
8.1
8.2
8.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.0/10
7.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.3/10
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
73.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
90.0/100
8.6/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
The TCL Q7 (LCD) and Sony X90L (LCD) are both very good for gaming.
The Sony X90L excels in gaming due to its low input lag, making on-screen action more responsive, and because it supports a high refresh rate that ensures smoother motion in fast-paced games. The TCL Q7 also offers a gaming edge with its quick response time to minimize motion blur and features a low input lag to keep gameplay feeling snappy.
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How the Sony X90L (LCD) and the TCL Q7 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Sony X90L (LCD) | TCL Q7 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$998 | $798 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Sony | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2023 | June 1, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | XR-65X90L | 65Q750G | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Google TV | 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 | 7.8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 8.6/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.2/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 7.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 7.2/10 | 6.4/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.7" x 57" x 2.2" | 32.9" x 56.9" x 2.8" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 34" x 57" | 35.2" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 53.4 lbs | 44.3 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 | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 7.1/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 6.8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.2 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 30 W | 30 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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