Sony BRAVIA XR77A95L 76.8"
TCL QM7K Series 98QM7K 97.5"
What Buyers Say
Sony BRAVIA XR77A95L 76.8"
The Sony BRAVIA XR A95L receives high praise for its stunning picture quality and impressive built-in sound, with several users calling it the best TV they've owned. However, a significant number of reviews report the sound failing within a year, and one critic notes it's overpriced for being a few model cycles behind the latest QD-OLED tech. Overall, sentiment is mixed: enthusiasts love the display, but reliability and value concerns temper enthusiasm.
Pros
- Stunning picture quality
- Impressive built-in sound
- Great colors and details
- Best TV I've owned
- No sound bar needed
Cons
- Sound fails within a year
- Poor service support
- Overpriced for older tech
- Wall mount hassle for repairs
TCL QM7K Series 98QM7K 97.5"
The TCL 98QM7K is widely praised for its stunning picture quality, deep blacks, vibrant colors, and impressive brightness, making it a top choice for a home theater experience. Many users highlight its excellent value for the price, especially when purchased on sale, and note that it rivals more expensive brands. However, delivery and installation experiences with Best Buy are frequently criticized, with reports of damaged units, scheduling issues, and unprofessional installers. Some users also mention that the Google TV interface can be slow and that the TV lacks a next-gen ATSC 3.0 tuner.
Pros
- Stunning picture quality
- Deep blacks and vibrant colors
- Excellent brightness
- Great value for the price
- Immersive 98-inch screen size
Cons
- Poor delivery and installation service
- Risk of receiving damaged units
- Slow Google TV interface
- No ATSC 3.0 tuner
- Inaccurate colors for sports
Scores
Specifications
| Sony BRAVIA XR77A95L 76.8" | TCL QM7K Series 98QM7K 97.5" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 77" | 98" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | QD-OLED★ | QLED |
| Backlight | OLED★ | Full-Array LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Brightness | 2000 nits | 3000 nits★ |
| Peak Brightness | — | 3000 nits★ |
| Contrast Ratio | Near Infinite (Black Pixels Emit | 7000:1 |
| Color Gamut | XR Triluminos Max | Billion+ Shades of Color |
| Color Depth | 10-bit | 10-bit |
| Motion Tech | XR OLED Motion technology | Motion Rate 480 |
| Processor | Cognitive Processor XR | TCL AIPQ PRO Processor |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG), Dolby Vision | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG |
| Dolby Vision | ✓ | ✓ |
| HDR10+ | ✗ | ✓★ |
| HLG | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 8.5 ms★ | — |
| 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 | Apple AirPlay 2 |
| Works With | Google Home, Amazon Alexa | Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2.2 | 2.1 |
| Wattage | 60W★ | — |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓ | ✓ |
| Surround Sound | DTS Digital Surround, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS:X | Dolby Atmos, IMAX Enhanced, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital, DTS:X, DTS Virtual:X |
| eARC | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| USB Ports | 2 | 2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.4★ |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 300x300 | 600x500 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | 60W★ | 581W |
| Energy Star | ✗ | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | 299 kWh★ | 581 kWh |
| Weight | 35.20 kg★ | 55.29 kg |
Pros & Cons
Sony BRAVIA XR77A95L 76.8"
- Strong display (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong picture quality (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong audio (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong hdr (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (11th percentile)11th %ile
TCL QM7K Series 98QM7K 97.5"
- Strong hdr (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong smart (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong picture quality (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong gaming (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Verdict
Both products are closely matched - Sony BRAVIA XR77A95L 76.8" wins 7 specs while TCL QM7K Series 98QM7K 97.5" wins 5.