If you're looking for a more affordable option, the TCL Q6 could be suitable, but it has lower performance in a dark room and with gaming content. On the other hand, the Vizio Quantum Pro, while more expensive, offers better picture quality overall, better gaming performance, and stronger performance in a bright room. Both are 65 inches and have similar features like voice commands and support for Dolby Vision and HDR10+, but the Vizio has a higher number of HDMI ports and a more advanced 120Hz screen compared to TCL's 60Hz, which could be important for gaming and high-motion content. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the TCL Q6 (LCD)
The TCL Q6 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Vizio Quantum Pro (LCD).
Advantages of the Vizio Quantum Pro (LCD)
Very good for gaming
Good for cartoons & animation
Good for use as monitor
Good viewing angle
Very good reflections
Key differences
Movies & TV
5.9/10
6.6/10
5.64/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
9.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
5.4/10
6.3/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Vizio Quantum Pro (LCD) is only fair for movies & TV, while the TCL Q6 (LCD) is poor.
The TCL Q6 has poor performance in contrast, local dimming, and black uniformity, leading to less impressive movie and cinematic TV experiences, especially in dark scenes where these aspects are crucial. In contrast, the Vizio Quantum Pro offers fair performance in these areas, providing a better experience for viewing content with deeper blacks and more effective local dimming, promoting improved picture quality in similar conditions.
Gaming
5.8/10
8.1/10
6.4/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.0/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
4.6/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.9/10
19.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
8.1/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
The Vizio Quantum Pro (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the TCL Q6 (LCD) is poor.
The TCL Q6 has a lower response time and input lag performance, making it less desirable for gaming, where quick screen updates and fast reaction to inputs are crucial. Conversely, the Vizio Quantum Pro offers better response times and lower input lag, translating to a smoother and more responsive gaming experience.
Cartoons & Animation
6.6/10
7.5/10
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.0/10
7.5/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.2/10
8.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
5.8/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.7/10
6.2/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
5.9/10
The Vizio Quantum Pro (LCD) is good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL Q6 (LCD) is only fair.
The Vizio Quantum Pro provides a richer color experience for cartoons and animation with its superior color gamut and better colors out of the box compared to the TCL Q6, which means the Vizio will show a wider range of colors more accurately without needing additional calibration. However, if precise color reproduction and vibrancy are less crucial for you, the more budget-friendly TCL Q6 could still be an acceptable choice for casual viewing.
Bright Room
7.2/10
7.7/10
5.4/10
VIEWING ANGLE
7.2/10
8.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
7.6/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.4/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.4/10
The Vizio Quantum Pro (LCD) and TCL Q6 (LCD) are both good for bright room, though the Vizio Quantum Pro (LCD) is somewhat better.
The TCL Q6 is well-suited for bright rooms due to its very good SDR and HDR brightness, which helps overcome ambient light; however, its performance is reduced by poor handling of reflections. On the other hand, the Vizio Quantum Pro also has very good SDR and HDR brightness ideal for well-lit environments and offers very good reflection handling, making it a competitive choice for bright room viewing.
Cost
$700
$598
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The TCL Q6 (LCD) has a price of $700 and the Vizio Quantum Pro (LCD) costs $598.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Vizio Quantum Pro (LCD) to have good picture quality, while the TCL Q6 (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Sports
6.2/10
6.4/10
4.6/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.9/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
6.3/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
8.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Vizio Quantum Pro (LCD) and TCL Q6 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The TCL Q6 has weaker response time and motion processing compared to the Vizio Quantum Pro, making the latter a slightly better choice for sports where these attributes are very important. However, the Vizio model is also stronger in reflections handling and viewing angles, which are crucial for bright rooms and wide seating arrangements; yet, both TVs show average gray uniformity, which might affect viewing when large areas of color are displayed.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.2/10
6.6/10
8.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
6.3/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
The Vizio Quantum Pro (LCD) and TCL Q6 (LCD) are both only fair for news, talk, & other TV.
The TCL Q6 and Vizio Quantum Pro both offer very good SDR brightness, which provides clear displays for viewing in different lighting conditions. However, while the TCL Q6 has poor upscaling and colors out of the box, the Vizio Quantum Pro has very good local dimming and better colors out of the box, which could lead to a more vibrant and detailed viewing experience for news and TV programs.
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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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