LG OLED evo G5 Series OLED97G5WUA 97"
TCL QM6K Series 55QM6K 55"
What Buyers Say
LG OLED evo G5 Series OLED97G5WUA 97"
The LG G5 OLED is widely praised for its stunning picture quality, bright screen, and excellent contrast, with many users noting a significant reduction in reflections compared to previous models. However, a major recurring complaint is that the TV does not include a stand, forcing buyers to purchase one separately at additional cost. Verified reviewers highlight the thin design, easy wall mounting, and seamless integration with external devices like Apple TV and soundbars. Overall, the G5 is considered a top-tier upgrade, especially for those upgrading from older OLEDs like the C1.
Pros
- Stunning picture quality and brightness
- Excellent contrast and perfect blacks
- Significantly reduced reflections
- Thin and sleek design
- Easy wall mounting with included bracket
Cons
- No stand included in the box
- Stand must be purchased separately at extra cost
- Stand availability is limited
- Some blooming in rare edge cases
- Requires careful settings adjustment for optimal picture
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
Scores
Specifications
| LG OLED evo G5 Series OLED97G5WUA 97" | TCL QM6K Series 55QM6K 55" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 97" | 55" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | OLED★ | QLED |
| Backlight | OLED★ | Mini-LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Brightness | 2000 nits★ | 1000 nits |
| Peak Brightness | — | 1000 nits★ |
| Contrast Ratio | infinite | Infinite |
| Color Gamut | 100% Color Volume | DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10-bit | 10-bit |
| Motion Tech | — | Motion Rate 480 |
| Processor | α9 AI Processor Gen6 | TCL AIPQ PRO Processor |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | HDR10, Dolby Vision | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG |
| Dolby Vision | ✓ | ✓ |
| HDR10+ | ✗ | ✓★ |
| HLG | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz★ |
| VRR | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| ALLM | ✓ | ✓ |
| Game Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | webOS | Google TV |
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Screen Mirroring | AirPlay 2, Miracast | Apple AirPlay 2 |
| Works With | — | Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 9.1.5 | 2.1 |
| Wattage | 60W★ | 40W |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓ | ✓ |
| Surround Sound | 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 6★ | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4★ |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | — | 300x300 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | 440W | 231W★ |
| Energy Star | — | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | — | 231 kWh★ |
| Weight | 58.00 kg | 12.38 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
LG OLED evo G5 Series OLED97G5WUA 97"
- Strong audio (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong display (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong picture quality (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong hdr (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
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
Pricing
TCL QM6K Series 55QM6K 55" offers 33.6x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 92 overall, wins 4 of 9 usage categories and 8 of 42 specs.
