TCL QM6K Series 55QM6K 55"
Sony UBPX700U
What Buyers Say
TCL QM6K Series 55QM6K 55"
The TCL QM6K series is widely praised for its excellent picture quality, vibrant colors, deep blacks, and impressive 144Hz refresh rate, making it a top choice for both gaming and streaming. Users highlight the easy setup, intuitive Google TV interface (despite some ad clutter), and great value for the price. Common minor complaints include mediocre built-in speakers, a bright yellow LED indicator, and glare in very bright rooms, but most agree these are easily mitigated with a soundbar or simple adjustments.
Pros
- Excellent picture quality and vibrant colors
- Deep blacks and good contrast
- 144Hz refresh rate for smooth gaming
- Easy setup and intuitive Google TV
- Great value for the price
Cons
- Mediocre built-in speakers
- Bright yellow LED indicator on bottom
- Glare in very bright rooms
- Google TV interface has many ads
- Sound adjustment not available via optical output
Sony UBPX700U
This Sony 4K Blu-ray player is praised for excellent picture quality and Dolby Vision support at a mid-range price. Users love its compatibility with older DVDs and its simple, no-frills design. However, some confusion arises from Best Buy's incorrect product description regarding Wi-Fi and streaming capabilities. Overall, it's a solid choice for movie enthusiasts who want a dedicated player.
Pros
- Excellent picture quality
- Dolby Vision support
- Great value for mid-range price
- Compatible with older DVDs
- Simple and basic design
Cons
- No Wi-Fi or streaming apps
- Best Buy website has incorrect description
- No HDMI cable included
- Confusion over model differences
Scores
Specifications
| TCL QM6K Series 55QM6K 55" | Sony UBPX700U | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 55" | — |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | QLED★ | — |
| Backlight | Mini-LED★ | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | — |
| Curved | ✗ | — |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Brightness | 1000 nits★ | — |
| Peak Brightness | 1000 nits★ | — |
| Contrast Ratio | Infinite | — |
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 | — |
| Color Depth | 10-bit★ | — |
| Motion Tech | Motion Rate 480 | — |
| Processor | TCL AIPQ PRO Processor | — |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG | HDR10, Dolby Vision |
| Dolby Vision | ✓ | ✓ |
| HDR10+ | ✓★ | ✗ |
| HLG | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz★ | — |
| VRR | FreeSync Premium Pro | — |
| ALLM | ✓★ | — |
| Game Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Google TV | — |
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | — |
| Screen Mirroring | Apple AirPlay 2 | — |
| Works With | Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2.1 | 2.0 |
| Wattage | 40W★ | — |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓ | ✓ |
| Surround Sound | Dolby Atmos, IMAX Enhanced, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital, DTS:X, DTS Virtual:X | Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, DTS:X |
| eARC | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 4★ | 2 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1★ | — |
| USB Ports | 2★ | 1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | — |
| Ethernet | ✓★ | — |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 300x300 | — |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | 231W★ | — |
| Energy Star | ✗ | — |
| Annual Energy | 231 kWh★ | — |
| Weight | 12.38 kg | 1.77 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
TCL QM6K Series 55QM6K 55"
- Strong hdr (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong smart (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong picture quality (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong gaming (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Sony UBPX700U
- Strong social proof (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong hdr (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong audio (67th percentile)
- Below average smart (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average gaming (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average display (28th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (35th percentile)
Pricing
Sony UBPX700U offers 2.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 19 of 42 specs.
