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Updated January 10, 2024·
The TCL Q6 generally offers better overall picture quality, which is particularly notable in bright rooms. If you watch a lot of movies and enjoy gaming, the Q6 also stands out with more robust performance in these areas. However, it is usually slightly more expensive than the TCL S470G. On the other hand, while the S470G is more budget-friendly, it doesn't match the Q6 in terms of picture quality in brighter environments or for more cinematic content. Its performance is still adequate for general TV watching, including cartoons and animation, and it supports essential HDR formats. In summary, if you value higher picture quality and a better experience in bright rooms, and you don't mind paying a bit more, the Q6 is a solid option. If saving money is a priority and you're primarily watching regular TV content, the S470G is a cost-effective choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the TCL Q6 (LCD)
- Good for bright room
Advantages of the TCL S470G (LCD)
- Good viewing angle
Key differences
Picture Quality
6.9
5.4
5.64/10
CONTRAST
3.76/10
7.5/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
IPS
The TCL Q6 (LCD) has only fair picture quality, while the TCL S470G (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.9
5.0
5.64/10
CONTRAST
3.76/10
9.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
5.4/10
6.3/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL Q6 (LCD) and TCL S470G (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV, though the TCL Q6 (LCD) is somewhat better.
The TCL Q6 is considered poor for watching movies and cinematic TV mainly due to its insubstantial local dimming and poor viewing angles, impacting its contrast and black uniformity, which are crucial for a good cinematic experience. The TCL S470G also falls short in these areas, with even lower contrast and ineffective local dimming, leading to worse black levels and consequently a less immersive viewing experience.
Cartoons & Animation
6.6
5.7
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.2/10
7.5/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
8.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.1/10
5.8/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.4/10
6.2/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
The TCL Q6 (LCD) is only fair for cartoons & animation, while the TCL S470G (LCD) is poor.
The TCL Q6 displays colors more accurately right out of the box and possesses a stronger color gamut, making the visual experience vibrant for cartoons and animation, whereas the TCL S470G, despite its accurate colors, suffers from a limited color gamut, hindering its performance in delivering the full spectrum of colors needed for animated content. While both have similar color volumes, the S470G's deficiencies in contrast and SDR Brightness also contribute to its poor performance compared to the fair performance of the Q6 when watching animated material.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.2
5.4
8.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.1/10
6.3/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
The TCL Q6 (LCD) is only fair for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S470G (LCD) is poor.
The TCL Q6 offers a much better SDR brightness and a higher contrast score, enhancing its capability to display sharp images and vivid colors, essential for watching news and talk shows. On the other hand, the TCL S470G's lower SDR brightness and contrast score may result in a less clear picture, particularly in brighter room conditions, making it less suitable for such content.
Bright Room
7.2
5.3
5.4/10
VIEWING ANGLE
7.3/10
8.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.1/10
7.6/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.3/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.0/10
The TCL Q6 (LCD) is good for bright room, while the TCL S470G (LCD) is poor.
The TCL Q6 excels in bright rooms due to its very good SDR brightness and good HDR brightness, which means the screen can remain visible even in well-lit environments; however, it has poor reflection handling, suggesting it can struggle with direct light sources. In contrast, the TCL S470G is less suitable for bright rooms, with both SDR and HDR brightness marked as poor, indicating it may appear dimmer, but it has fair reflection handling, making it slightly better at dealing with indirect reflections than the Q6.
Cost
$998
$800
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The TCL Q6 (LCD) has a price of $998 and the TCL S470G (LCD) costs $800.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.2
6.2
4.6/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.5/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
6.3/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
8.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL Q6 (LCD) and TCL S470G (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The TCL Q6 offers fair motion processing suitable for sports but has a poor viewing angle, which means it's not ideal for large groups spread out in the room. On the other hand, the TCL S470G has a better viewing angle, making it more suitable for wider seating arrangements but with poorer motion processing that might not handle fast-paced sports action as smoothly. Both TVs have comparable reflections handling, which is important for maintaining picture quality in bright rooms, and their response to fast-moving objects is rated fair; crucial for watching sports where quick motions are common. Gray uniformity, a lesser concern, is reasonably similar for both screens.
Gaming
5.8
5.6
6.4/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.9/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
4.6/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.5/10
19.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
5.0/100
8.1/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.4/10
The TCL Q6 (LCD) and TCL S470G (LCD) are both poor for gaming.
The TCL Q6 is rated as having 'fair' response time and 'best' input lag, while the TCL S470G is marked as 'poor' for both response time and input lag. The response time affects how quickly the TV can change from one frame to another, and input lag is about the delay between a user's action and the TV's response, so these aspects significantly impact gaming performance.
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How the TCL Q6 (LCD) and the TCL S470G (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| TCL Q6 (LCD) | TCL S470G (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$998 | $800 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | TCL | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2023 | September 9, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 85Q650G | 85S470G | |
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 | 6.4/10 | 5.9/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | 5.4/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.2/10 | 5.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.9/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.3/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 42.8" x 74.4" x 3.7" | 42.8" x 74.4" x 3.8" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 45.7" x 74.4" | 45.9" x 74.4" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 65 lbs | 63.9 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 600 x 300 | 600 x 300 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | No | No | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 5.6/10 | 3.8/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 3.5/10 | 2.8/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 30 W | 30 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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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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Stratos Kampourogiannis | November 2023
"On the bright side the S4 does have great viewing angles that can make it an excellent family TV. It has great color coverage, its input lag is extremely low, it supports Dolby Vision and comes with Google TV."
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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.
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