Updated January 12, 2024·Prices updated 24 hours ago
The TCL Q7 offers a better overall experience, with superior motion handling and gaming features, making it a good choice for fast-moving content such as sports or video games. It also has a higher brightness level, which is beneficial for watching in bright rooms. However, it comes with a higher price tag. In contrast, the Vizio MQ6 '23 is more affordable while still offering good performance for mixed usage, but it may not be as well-suited for gaming or viewing in very bright environments due to its lower refresh rate and brightness. Give Feedback
This comparison is based on the 65" TCL Q7 (LCD) and the 65" Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD). At the time of writing the 65" TCL Q7 (LCD) cost $750 and the 65" Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD) cost $498.
Advantages of the TCL Q7 (LCD)
Good for bright room
Very good for gaming
Good for use as monitor
Advantages of the Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD)
Good for news, talk, & other TV
Key differences
Gaming
8.2/10
6.5/10
8.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.4/10
7.3/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
4.6/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.9/10
90.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
8.2/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.9/10
The TCL Q7 (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD) is only fair.
The TCL Q7 stands out for gaming due to its very good response time, which leads to smoother motion, while the Vizio MQ6 '23 is rated fair in this aspect, which might result in more noticeable blurring during fast-paced actions. However, the Vizio MQ6 '23 excels with a very good input lag score, important for a more responsive gaming experience, compared to the good score of the TCL Q7.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.3/10
7.1/10
8.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
4.8/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
The Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL Q7 (LCD) is only fair.
The TCL Q7 is weaker in upscaling content which is important for standard definition sources, while the Vizio MQ6 '23 excels in this area, offering a better viewing experience for news and TV programs that don't always broadcast in high definition. Additionally, the Vizio also displays colors better right out of the box, which means it offers more vibrant and accurate colors without needing additional adjustments, providing an overall more pleasing picture for everyday content like news and talk shows.
Bright Room
7.6/10
6.3/10
5.2/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.0/10
8.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
7.6/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.7/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.6/10
The TCL Q7 (LCD) is good for bright room, while the Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD) is only fair.
The TCL Q7 is superior in a bright room due to its higher SDR and HDR brightness and better handling of reflections compared to the Vizio MQ6 '23, which reflects more light and has lower brightness levels. While both TVs offer good color performance, the TCL's higher brightness levels make it a better fit for well-lit environments.
Cost
$600
$448
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The TCL Q7 (LCD) has a price of $600 and the Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD) costs $448.
The TCL Q7 (LCD) and Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD) both have good picture quality.
Movies & TV
7.7/10
7.3/10
7.88/10
CONTRAST
6.00/10
8.7/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.4/10
4.8/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL Q7 (LCD) and Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD) are both good for movies & TV.
The TCL Q7 stands out with its impressive contrast and black uniformity, which makes for a great cinematic experience, especially in darker rooms, while the Vizio MQ6 '23 offers good color accuracy straight out of the box and solid black levels that can enhance movie-watching as well. However, both may have limitations in rooms with wide seating arrangements due to their viewing angles and less than stellar performance in very bright environments.
Sports
6.4/10
6.2/10
4.6/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.9/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
7.3/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
4.8/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
8.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL Q7 (LCD) and Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The TCL Q7's fair response time and poor reflections management might cause some blur during fast sports scenes and difficulty in well-lit rooms, while its good motion processing and fair viewing angles don't optimize the sports-watching experience from various positions. On the other hand, the Vizio MQ6 '23 has a fair response time and fair reflections handling, which could also result in motion blur and reflections issues, combined with its low score in motion processing and narrower viewing angles that limit the view from the side.
Cartoons & Animation
7.8/10
7.4/10
7.6/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.0/10
7.5/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.2/10
8.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
6.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.7/10
7.5/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
5.8/10
The TCL Q7 (LCD) and Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD) are both good for cartoons & animation.
The TCL Q7 stands out for its vibrant colors right out of the box and has a good color gamut, making cartoons and animation look lively without needing adjustments. The Vizio MQ6 '23 also offers very good color gamut with solid colors out of the box, and while both TVs perform well in these aspects, the TCL Q7 has a slight edge in out-of-the-box color settings.
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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.
About Vizio
Vizio is an American company. While they initially gained recognition for offering budget-friendly TVs, they have successfully expanded their product lineup to include high-end options as well. They manufacture TVs primarily in Mexico, China, and Vietnam. Similar to many Korean TV brands, Vizio developed its own smart TV software called SmartCast. In the past, SmartCast was not the best smart TV software, but it has evolved so that it is now good for using your TV and connecting to streaming services.
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