Samsung Neo QLED QN100QN80FFXZA 100"
TCL QM5K Series 50QM5K 50"
What Buyers Say
Samsung Neo QLED QN100QN80FFXZA 100"
Overall, users are highly satisfied with this Samsung Neo QLED TV, praising its exceptional picture quality, brightness, and contrast. The AI features and easy setup are also highlighted as major positives. Some minor issues were noted, such as difficulty connecting external devices and a desire for louder volume, but these do not overshadow the overall positive sentiment.
Pros
- Exceptional picture quality
- Brightness and contrast
- AI features
- Easy setup
- Smooth motion handling
Cons
- Finicky external device connection
- Volume could be louder
- Heavy, needs two people to move
TCL QM5K Series 50QM5K 50"
The TCL QM5K 50" QD-Mini LED TV delivers vibrant 4K HDR picture quality with deep blacks and bright colors, making it a great value for the price. However, the 60Hz refresh rate (not 120Hz as some expected) and occasional software lag are notable drawbacks. The sound is decent but lacks bass, and the remote design is criticized for its size and button layout. Overall, it's an excellent budget-friendly option for movies and casual use, but gamers may prefer the 55" model for higher refresh rates.
Pros
- Vibrant 4K HDR picture quality
- Deep blacks and bright colors
- Great value for the price
- Low glare screen
- Good built-in sound
Cons
- 60Hz refresh rate (not 120Hz)
- Occasional software lag
- Lack of bass in sound
- Large remote with poor button layout
- Limited gaming features on 50" model
Scores
Specifications
| Samsung Neo QLED QN100QN80FFXZA 100" | TCL QM5K Series 50QM5K 50" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 100" | 49.9" |
| 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★ | — |
| Contrast Ratio | infinite | — |
| Color Gamut | Not Specified by Manufacturer | — |
| Color Depth | 10-bit★ | — |
| Motion Tech | Motion Xcelerator 144Hz | Motion Rate 240 |
| Processor | NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor | TCL AIPQ Processor |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG | HDR10+, HDR10, HLG |
| Dolby Vision | ✗ | ✗ |
| HDR10+ | ✓ | ✓ |
| HLG | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| VRR | FreeSync Premium Pro, Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | VRR |
| ALLM | ✓ | ✓ |
| Game Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Tizen | Google TV |
| Voice Assistant | Alexa | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Screen Mirroring | SmartThings | Apple AirPlay 2 |
| Works With | Alexa | Google Home, Amazon Alexa, Apple Home |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 4.0 | — |
| Wattage | 30W★ | — |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓ | ✓ |
| Surround Sound | Dolby Atmos | DTS Virtual:X |
| eARC | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 4★ | 3 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| USB Ports | 2★ | 1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4★ |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 600x400 | 300x300 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | 175W★ | — |
| Energy Star | ✗ | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | 662 kWh | 500 kWh★ |
| Weight | 60.28 kg | 8.89 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
Samsung Neo QLED QN100QN80FFXZA 100"
- Strong display (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong hdr (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong picture quality (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
TCL QM5K Series 50QM5K 50"
- Strong smart (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong hdr (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong connectivity (73rd percentile)
- Below average display (31st percentile)
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 8 of 41 specs.