Sony BRAVIA 5 K55XR50 55"
TCL QM8K Series 75QM8K 75"
What Buyers Say
Sony BRAVIA 5 K55XR50 55"
The Sony Bravia 5 Mini LED TV receives mostly positive feedback for its picture quality, color, and ease of setup, especially among users upgrading from older models. However, several verified buyers report significant issues with brightness being too dim, a cheap-feeling remote, and a laggy interface compared to previous Sony TVs. A few users also mention poor antenna reception and complicated picture adjustments, leading to returns. Overall, it is seen as a solid mid-range option but not without notable drawbacks.
Pros
- Excellent picture quality and color
- Easy setup and installation
- Deep blacks with Mini LED
- Good value for the price
- Great for PS5 and gaming
Cons
- Low brightness even at max settings
- Cheap-feeling remote control
- Laggy interface compared to older models
- Poor antenna reception
- Complicated picture adjustments
TCL QM8K Series 75QM8K 75"
The TCL QM8K is widely praised for its impressive brightness, vibrant colors, and excellent HDR performance, rivaling OLED at a lower price point. While some users note minor issues with viewing angles, a glossy screen, and occasional dimming quirks, the overall sentiment is highly positive. A few users mention that the built-in speakers are surprisingly good, though the OS can be slow at times.
Pros
- Impressive brightness and HDR
- Vibrant colors near OLED quality
- Excellent gaming performance at 144Hz
- Good built-in sound quality
- Snappy Google TV interface
Cons
- Limited viewing angles off-center
- Glossy screen causing reflections in bright rooms
- Occasional dimming issues in games and movies
- Bulky design from side/back
- Slow operating system at times
Scores
Specifications
| Sony BRAVIA 5 K55XR50 55" | TCL QM8K Series 75QM8K 75" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 55" | 75" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | Mini-LED | Mini-LED |
| Backlight | Mini-LED★ | Full-Array LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Brightness | 1000 nits | 5000 nits★ |
| Peak Brightness | — | 5000 nits★ |
| Contrast Ratio | 4,500:1 | infinite |
| Color Gamut | XR Triluminos Pro | DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10-bit | 10-bit |
| Motion Tech | XR Motion Clarity | Motion Rate 480 |
| Processor | Cognitive Processor XR | TCL AIPQ PRO Processor |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR 10, HDR 10+, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) |
| Dolby Vision | ✓ | ✓ |
| HDR10+ | ✗ | ✓★ |
| HLG | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz★ |
| VRR | VRR | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| ALLM | ✓ | ✓ |
| Game Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Google TV | Google TV |
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Screen Mirroring | Apple AirPlay 2 | Apple AirPlay 2, Chromecast |
| Works With | Alexa, Google Home | Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 4.0 | 2.1 |
| Wattage | 40W | 60W★ |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓ | ✓ |
| Surround Sound | DTS:X | Dolby Atmos, IMAX Enhanced, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital, DTS:X |
| eARC | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| USB Ports | 2 | 2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4★ |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 300x300 | 400x400 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | 185W★ | 450W |
| Energy Star | ✗ | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | 319 kWh★ | 450 kWh |
| Weight | 17.69 kg★ | 28.39 kg |
Pros & Cons
Sony BRAVIA 5 K55XR50 55"
- Strong hdr (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong picture quality (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong audio (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (31st percentile)
TCL QM8K Series 75QM8K 75"
- Strong picture quality (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong smart (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong gaming (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Pricing
Sony BRAVIA 5 K55XR50 55"
TCL QM8K Series 75QM8K 75"
No current pricing available
Verdict
Both products are closely matched - Sony BRAVIA 5 K55XR50 55" wins 4 specs while TCL QM8K Series 75QM8K 75" wins 6.
