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Updated January 10, 2024·
Between the TCL QM8 and the Vizio P-Series, both are LCD TVs, but the TCL is often somewhat more expensive. If you're looking for a TV that handles well in bright rooms and prefer a more recent model, the TCL could serve you better. However, if you're looking to save some money and still have a quality viewing experience, the Vizio is a solid choice. Give Feedback
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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
Advantages of the Vizio P-Series (LCD)
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.5
7.9
8.00/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
9.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.1/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL QM8 (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the Vizio P-Series (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.3
7.7
8.00/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
8.5/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
4.8/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL QM8 (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the Vizio P-Series (LCD) is good.
The TCL QM8 boasts a miniLED backlight which aids in its excellent local dimming and black uniformity, producing deeper blacks and higher contrast that are important for watching movies and cinematic TV; its color volume is also noted as excellent which enriches the viewing experience. Meanwhile, the Vizio P-Series also has a strong contrast and good local dimming with its standard LED backlight, but falls behind slightly in black uniformity compared to the TCL QM8; it offers a good color volume which, while not as rich as the QM8, still provides a pleasant cinematic viewing experience.
Gaming
8.3
7.7
8.1/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.0/10
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
4.6/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
90.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
9.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
The TCL QM8 (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Vizio P-Series (LCD) is good.
The TCL QM8 is better suited for gaming due to its very good response time, which means it can render fast-moving scenes with less blur, and its input lag is low, so there's minimal delay between user input and on-screen action. In comparison, while the Vizio P-Series also has good input lag, it has only a fair response time, which might lead to more motion blur during quick gameplay.
Cartoons & Animation
8.9
8.3
8.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.3/10
9.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.1/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
7.6/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.2/10
7.5/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.4/10
The TCL QM8 (LCD) and Vizio P-Series (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation, though the TCL QM8 (LCD) is somewhat better.
The TCL QM8 stands out for cartoons and animation because it has excellent color volume, which enriches vibrant colors typical in this content, while its colors out of the box are rated as very good, needing less adjustment for an accurate picture.
Bright Room
9.9
8.9
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
9.3/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
8.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.6/10
The TCL QM8 (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Vizio P-Series (LCD) is very good.
The TCL QM8 excels in both SDR and HDR brightness, making it superior for viewing in bright rooms, along with solid performance in handling reflections; whereas the Vizio P-Series also handles reflections well but has lower brightness capabilities in both SDR and HDR compared to the QM8, which may affect its visibility in well-lit environments.
Cost
$1,498
$998
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The TCL QM8 (LCD) has a price of $1,498 and the Vizio P-Series (LCD) costs $998.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.5
6.4
4.6/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
4.8/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL QM8 (LCD) and Vizio P-Series (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The TCL QM8 has very good motion processing and response time which is crucial for fast-moving sports content; however, it has a narrower viewing angle that may affect group watching experiences. On the other hand, the Vizio P-Series also offers good motion processing, but with a fair response time, meaning it might not handle fast action as smoothly, although it too has a similar limitation with viewing angles for off-center viewing.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.8
7.2
10.0/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
4.8/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Vizio P-Series (LCD) to be good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL QM8 (LCD) is only fair.
The Vizio P-Series display performs better for watching news and talk shows primarily because it has superior upscaling quality and better SDR brightness compared to the TCL QM8, which means it will provide a clearer picture for lower resolution content and is more suitable for well-lit environments. Additionally, while both TVs have similar color performance out of the box, the stronger contrast, color gamut, and local dimming features of the Vizio P-Series further contribute to its advantage in these types of viewing conditions.
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Spec Comparison
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| TCL QM8 (LCD) | Vizio P-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,498 | $998 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | TCL | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | July 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65QM850G | P65Q9-J01 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Google TV | SmartCast | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.9/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 8.6/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.9/10 | 9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.3/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.6/10 | 6.4/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.6" x 56.9" x 1.7" | 32.9" x 57" x 3.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 34.1" x 56.9" | 34.7" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 50.1 lbs | 53.3 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 300 x 400 | 400 x 200 | |
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 | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.1 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 40 W | 30 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | Yes, Bypass only | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | |
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Brian Westover | October 2021
"We were even more pleased to see that performance had improved across the board, with the display offering better color, brightness, and shorter lag times than the already excellent Roku model. Color accuracy was great right out of the box. The TCL 5-Series Google TV becomes a great option for demanding gamers."
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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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