TCL has lastly revealed its full lineup of TVs for 2023, and it features a new flagship that’s positive to offer Samsung and Sony some sleepless nights. The 98-inch QM8 isn’t TCL’s first 98-inch TV, and it isn’t the primary 98-inch TV to promote for $10,000 or much less, but it surely is the primary mini-LED-powered 98-inch TV to promote for such a low worth. Samsung’s solely 98-inch 4K, mini-LED TV — the superb QN90A — prices 50% extra at $15,000. Even the 85-inch mannequin, at $2,800 is surprisingly reasonably priced in comparison with related mini-LED TVs.
Whereas the TCL QM8 is the large headline-grabber, the corporate’s different 2023 TVs are additionally wanting like glorious values. For 2023, the corporate has cut up its TV lineup into two households: the extra reasonably priced S Class and the QLED-enabled Q Class, which is less complicated to grasp than TCL’s earlier number-based sequence strategy (e.g., TCL 6-Collection). For now, all of those fashions come customary with Google TV as their sensible TV software program, however we’re informed we will anticipate Roku TV variations sooner or later. Aesthetically, each the S and Q Lessons look related, with TCL’s steel, bezel-less design exhibiting up on all the 2023 fashions, however inside these TVs, there are vital variations.
Curiously, what you gained’t discover on any 2023 TCL TVs is 8K decision, and none come geared up with ATSC 3.zero tuners built-in. Right here’s the complete lineup.
2023 TCL S Class TVs
TCL S350G
As TCL’s entry-level fashions, the S3 TVs are restricted to 1080p full HD decision, but it surely’s their HDR (HDR10, HLG) functionality that’s arguably extra vital. TCL hasn’t stated how brilliant these TVs get, so it’s onerous to say simply how good that HDR will look. TCL factors out that you should utilize the S3 as a PC monitor if you’d like, and it helps non-public, wi-fi listening by way of Bluetooth headphones.
Full specs for the S3 weren’t accessible from TCL on the time of the announcement.
All three display screen sizes of the S3 could be ordered now.
- 32-inch, $200
- 40-inch, $230
- 43-inch, $250
TCL S450G
A step up from the S3 is the S4, which introduces 4K decision and upgrades the HDR expertise with TCL’s HDR Professional (Dolby Imaginative and prescient will get added on prime of the present HDR10 and HLG codecs). Avid gamers will recognize the assist of auto low latency mode (ALLM) and Movement Charge 240 with MEMC body insertion. On the audio aspect, you get Dolby Atmos and DTS Digital:X assist for a extra immersive sound and Bluetooth for wi-fi headphone listening.
On the again, you’ll discover three HDMI inputs (one with HDMI eARC), an optical audio output, and a headphone jack. The TVs additionally come geared up with a voice distant and dual-band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) connectivity.
All six display screen sizes of the S4 could be ordered now.
- 43-inch, $280
- 50-inch, $350
- 55-inch, $380
- 65-inch, $530
- 75-inch, $750
- 85-inch, $1,400
2023 TCL Q Class TVs
TCL Q650G
As TCL’s most reasonably priced quantum dot LED TV (QLED), the corporate describes the Q6 as a mannequin with a Excessive Brightness LED backlight. The Q6 makes use of TCL’s HDR Professional+ — the “plus” brings HDR10+ into the listing of supported HDR codecs, together with Dolby Imaginative and prescient, HDR10, and HLG.
Just like the S4, this TV has Movement Charge 240 with MEMC body insertion, in addition to assist for ALLM. Nonetheless, the Q6 goes additional for avid gamers with TCL’s sport accelerator 120 function, which mixes 120 variable refresh fee (VRR) and AMD FreeSync compatibility. Audio-wise, the Q6 will get Dolby Atmos and DTS Digital:X, with Bluetooth headphone connections. The ft are adjustable-width, and also you get three high-speed HDMI inputs (one with HDMI eARC), an optical and headphone output, and dual-band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) connectivity.
All 4 display screen sizes of the Q6 could be ordered now.
- 55-inch, $500
- 65-inch, $700
- 75-inch, $900
- 85-inch, $1,600
TCL Q750G
With the Q7, TCL will increase image efficiency with a Excessive Brightness Professional LED backlight, with as much as 1,000 nits peak brightness. The backlight has as much as 200-plus full array native dimming zones that dynamically adapt to on-screen content material. Its 4K panel has a local 120Hz refresh fee, which helps with the Q7’s Movement Charge 480 with MEMC body insertion, plus its Sport Accelerator 240 function (ALLM, 240 VRR, and AMD FreeSync Premium Professional).
The Q7 advantages from TCL’s AIPQ Engine Gen3 with deep studying AI, a third-generation superior processor that, “intelligently optimizes the colour, distinction, and readability for an unequalled 4K HDR expertise.” To assist solidify that declare, the Q7 has TCL’s first IMAX Enhanced certification for decision, distinction, brightness, colour, and sound.
HDR Extremely brings Dolby Imaginative and prescient IQ into the HDR combine (Dolby Imaginative and prescient IQ, HDR10+, HDR10, and HLG), and the Q7 will get the identical Dolby Atmos and DTS Digital:X sound as on the S4 and Q6 (plus Bluetooth headphone assist). You additionally get hands-free voice management, along with the backlit voice distant, adjustable, reversible ft, and 4 high-speed HDMI inputs (one with HDMI eARC). There’s additionally an optical and headphone output and dual-band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) connectivity.
All 4 display screen sizes of the Q7 could be ordered now.
- 55-inch, $750
- 65-inch, $1,000
- 75-inch, $1,400
- 85-inch, $2,200
TCL QM850G
As TCL’s flagship for 2023, the QM8 will get all the bells and whistles. Along with all the options on the Q7, the QM8 advantages from its quantum dot mini-LED backlighting system that has hundreds of micro-meter-class mini-LEDs and as much as 2,300-plus native dimming zones. These are managed by the AIPQ Engine Gen3, which makes use of them to ship as much as a powerful 2,000 nits of peak brightness.
The QM8’s audio system is enhanced with a built-in subwoofer, and its pedestal stand is height-adjustable, letting you match a wide range of middle channel audio system or soundbars beneath the body of the TV. You’ll discover the identical 4 high-speed HDMI inputs (one with HDMI eARC) from the Q7 and optical/headphone output. The QM8 will get a lift within the wi-fi division with assist for Wi-Fi 6.
You may order the QM8 in 65- to 85-inch display screen sizes now, whereas the large 98-inch mannequin gained’t be accessible till later this yr.
- 65-inch, $1,700
- 75-inch, $2,300
- 85-inch, $2,800
- 98-inch, $10,000
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