TCL Q6-Series 43Q651G 43"
Samsung QN85D 75"
What Buyers Say
TCL Q6-Series 43Q651G 43"
This budget TCL Google TV earns mostly positive marks for its price, vivid colors, and easy-to-use Google interface, making it a solid pick for a bedroom or secondary TV. However, several reviewers noted drawbacks like weak speakers, inconsistent backlighting, ghosting in games, and a plasticky build. It's recommended for casual TV watching, but gamers or picky viewers may want to look elsewhere.
Pros
- Great value for price
- Vivid colors
- Easy-to-use Google interface
- Good for bedroom size
- Bluetooth and IR remote
Cons
- Weak speakers
- Inconsistent backlighting
- Ghosting in games
- Plasticky build
- Cluttered menu with ads
Samsung QN85D 75"
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this Samsung Neo QLED TV, praising its stunning picture quality, vibrant colors, deep blacks, and excellent performance for gaming and movies. The large screen and smart features are also well-received, with some noting the Q-Symphony compatibility with Samsung soundbars. Minor criticisms include slight lag during fast sports and the lack of forward tilt on the stand, but overall satisfaction is high.
Pros
- Stunning picture quality
- Vibrant colors and deep blacks
- Excellent for gaming and movies
- Large screen size
- Q-Symphony compatibility
Cons
- Slight lag in fast sports
- No forward tilt on stand
Scores
Specifications
| TCL Q6-Series 43Q651G 43" | Samsung QN85D 75" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 42.5" | 75" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | QLED | QD-Mini-LED★ |
| Backlight | Direct LED | Mini-LED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 | Neo Quantum HDR |
| Motion Tech | Motion Rate 240 | Motion Xcelerator 120 Hz |
| Processor | TCL AIPQ Processor | NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG, Dolby Vision | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG |
| Dolby Vision | ✓★ | ✗ |
| HDR10+ | ✓ | ✓ |
| HLG | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| VRR | VRR | Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) |
| ALLM | ✓ | ✓ |
| Game Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Google TV | Tizen |
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | Alexa, Google Assistant, SmartThings |
| Screen Mirroring | Apple AirPlay 2 | SmartThings, Apple AirPlay |
| Works With | Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2.0 | 2.2 |
| Wattage | 30W | 40W★ |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓ | ✓ |
| Surround Sound | Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital | Object Tracking Sound Lite |
| eARC | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 3 | 4★ |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| USB Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | 100x200 | 400x400 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | 200W★ | — |
| Energy Star | ✗ | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | 200 kWh | 184 kWh★ |
| Weight | 6.62 kg★ | 33.10 kg |
Pros & Cons
TCL Q6-Series 43Q651G 43"
- Strong smart (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong hdr (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong audio (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong social proof (75th percentile)
- Below average display (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
Samsung QN85D 75"
- Strong smart (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong display (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong audio (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 38 specs.