TCL QM6K Series 55QM6K 55"
LG Swing 32U889SA-W.AUS 31.5"
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
LG Swing 32U889SA-W.AUS 31.5"
The LG StanbyME Go is praised for its unique pivoting design, portability, and versatility for various uses like watching movies or fitness. However, users note limitations such as the restricted app store and difficulty connecting as a touchscreen to a PC. A common wish is for a built-in battery to eliminate the need for constant plug-in.
Pros
- Unique pivoting design
- Portable and freestanding
- Versatile for various uses
- Large touchscreen
- Good screen brightness
Cons
- Limited app store access
- No built-in battery
- Difficult PC touchscreen connection
Scores
Specifications
| TCL QM6K Series 55QM6K 55" | LG Swing 32U889SA-W.AUS 31.5" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 55" | 31.5" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | QLED★ | LED |
| Backlight | Mini-LED★ | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Brightness | 1000 nits★ | 350 nits |
| Peak Brightness | 1000 nits★ | — |
| Contrast Ratio | Infinite | 1000:1 |
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 | 95% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10-bit | 10-bit |
| Motion Tech | Motion Rate 480 | — |
| Processor | TCL AIPQ PRO Processor | — |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG | HDR10 |
| Dolby Vision | ✓★ | ✗ |
| HDR10+ | ✓★ | ✗ |
| HLG | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| Response Time | — | 5 ms★ |
| VRR | FreeSync Premium Pro | — |
| ALLM | ✓★ | — |
| Game Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Google TV | webOS |
| 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★ | 10W |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Surround Sound | Dolby Atmos, IMAX Enhanced, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital, DTS:X, DTS Virtual:X | — |
| eARC | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 4★ | 2 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1★ | 2.0 |
| USB Ports | 2 | 3★ |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 2.0 |
| Ethernet | ✓★ | — |
| Optical Audio | ✓★ | — |
| VESA Mount | 300x300 | 100x100 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | 231W★ | — |
| Energy Star | ✗ | — |
| Annual Energy | 231 kWh★ | — |
| Weight | 12.38 kg | 6.10 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
LG Swing 32U889SA-W.AUS 31.5"
- Strong picture quality (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average audio (27th percentile)
- Below average smart (29th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
Pricing
TCL QM6K Series 55QM6K 55" offers 4.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 20 of 43 specs.
