TCL QM64L Series 98QM64L 98"

The TCL 98QM64L is a 98-inch Mini-LED QLED TV with a 144Hz panel and Fire TV built in, priced at $2,200. Picture quality lands in the 85th percentile of our database, making it a standout for the money. Gaming and sports are the strongest use cases, while HDR performance is the weak spot. If you want a giant screen without the giant price tag, this is the one to watch.

The headline number is the 144Hz native refresh rate, which is genuinely impressive at this size. Most giant TVs top out at 120Hz, so TCL is giving you extra headroom for fast motion. The Game Accelerator 288 feature pushes things even further for supported content, and Auto Game Mode means the TV switches to low-latency mode the moment it detects a console. Gaming performance sits in the 74th percentile, which is solid but not class-leading. You'll get smooth, responsive gameplay, but hardcore competitive players might notice the difference versus a dedicated gaming monitor.

Picture quality is where this thing earns its keep. The 85th percentile ranking puts it in the top tier of our database, and the Mini-LED backlight with up to LD500 dimming zones is doing real work here. TCL claims 'halo-free' images, and while that's marketing speak, the combination of the High Contrast HVA panel and the 23-bit backlight controller should deliver deep blacks and punchy highlights. The HDR performance is more of a mixed bag at the 36th percentile, which suggests the peak brightness might not blow you away in a sunlit room. But for dark room movie watching, this panel should impress.

The obvious comparison is the Hisense U8 Series 100U8QG, which goes even bigger at 100 inches. Hisense has been TCL's main rival in the value TV space, and the U8 series typically offers strong HDR performance. If peak brightness matters more to you than the extra gaming features, Hisense might be worth a look. But TCL's 144Hz panel and Game Accelerator 288 give it an edge for gamers.

On the premium side, the Samsung Neo QLED QN75QN990FFXZA and Sony BRAVIA XR XR77A95L are both smaller screens at higher prices, but they bring better processing and brand pedigree. The Sony especially tends to lead in motion handling and upscaling. The LG C5 OLED55C5PUA is a completely different animal at 55 inches, but it's the reference point for picture quality if you don't need the size. The trade-off is simple: TCL gives you massive screen real estate and solid performance for less money, while the premium brands give you refinement at a smaller size and higher cost.

At $2,200, this is one of the most aggressive prices we've seen for a 98-inch Mini-LED TV. The budget score of 48.7 out of 100 in our system reflects that it's still a lot of money, but the value proposition is strong when you look at what competitors charge for similar screen real estate. You're getting a premium backlight system, a high refresh rate panel, and decent audio all in one package.

The catch is that this is a new 2026 model with only one US listing, so we don't have a price history to compare against. It could drop further during sales events, or it could hold steady. Either way, $2,200 for this size and feature set is already undercutting most of the market. If you've been waiting for giant screen prices to come down to earth, this is a good sign.

TCL has been quietly doing the thing everyone says is impossible: making giant TVs that don't require a second mortgage. The 98QM64L is their latest swing at the 98-inch class, and it's packing Mini-LED backlighting, a 144Hz native panel, and Fire TV built in. At $2,200, it's aimed squarely at people who want a movie theater wall without the theater budget.

This is a 2026 Amazon exclusive model, which means you won't find it at your local big box store. That's fine, because the spec sheet reads like something that should cost twice as much. You get the Halo Control System, which is TCL's fancy name for their new backlight tech, plus an ONKYO 2.1 channel speaker setup with a built-in subwoofer. The picture quality lands in the 85th percentile of our database, which puts it ahead of most TVs we've tested.

The target buyer here is pretty clear: someone with a big wall, a love for sports and gaming, and a healthy skepticism of premium brand markups. It's not trying to be the absolute best TV ever made. It's trying to be the best 98-inch TV you can buy without feeling like you need to explain the purchase to your partner.

If HDR performance is your top priority, this TV will leave you wanting. The 36th percentile HDR ranking means peak brightness and highlight detail won't match what you'd get from a higher-end Mini-LED or OLED. Movie enthusiasts building a dedicated dark room theater should look at the Sony BRAVIA XR or LG C5 instead, even if it means a smaller screen.

Also skip this if you need lots of connectivity options. The 21st percentile ranking suggests limited HDMI ports or other inputs, which could be a problem if you're juggling multiple consoles, a soundbar, and other devices. And if you're not ready for the logistical challenge of a 98-inch TV, the 55-inch and 65-inch versions of this series will give you the same core tech in a more manageable package.

If you want a 98-inch TV for sports and gaming without spending premium brand money, this is the one to get. The 144Hz panel and Game Accelerator 288 make it a legitimate gaming display, and the Mini-LED backlight delivers picture quality that punches above its price. The sports score of 60.7 out of 100 is the strongest use case here, which makes sense given the motion handling and size.

For movie purists who care most about HDR impact, this might not be the best fit. The HDR performance is the weakest link, and if you're building a dedicated home theater with controlled lighting, you might want to look at something with better peak brightness. But for a living room TV that handles everything from Sunday football to late night gaming sessions, the 98QM64L is hard to beat at this price.