TCL QM6K Series 55QM6K 55"
Samsung The Frame LS03FA 55"
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
Samsung The Frame LS03FA 55"
The Samsung Frame TV is generally well-liked for its beautiful matte picture, easy setup, and the art mode that turns the screen into a decorative piece. Users appreciate the space-saving design and the ability to swap artwork. However, some have reported issues with the color darkening over time, occasional problems turning on, and Netflix not working, which are frustrating but not universal.
Pros
- Beautiful matte picture
- Easy setup and installation
- Art mode feature
- Space-saving design
- Crisp and clear image
Cons
- Color darkens over time
- Netflix not working
- Occasional power-on issues
- Additional art purchases needed
Scores
Specifications
| TCL QM6K Series 55QM6K 55" | Samsung The Frame LS03FA 55" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 55" | 55" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | QLED | QLED |
| Backlight | Mini-LED★ | Edge LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Brightness | 1000 nits★ | — |
| Peak Brightness | 1000 nits★ | — |
| Contrast Ratio | Infinite | — |
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Color Depth | 10-bit★ | — |
| Motion Tech | Motion Rate 480 | Motion Xcelerator 144Hz |
| Processor | TCL AIPQ PRO Processor | NQ Gen2 |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG | HDR 10+ |
| Dolby Vision | ✓★ | ✗ |
| HDR10+ | ✓ | ✓ |
| HLG | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz★ | 120 Hz |
| VRR | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium |
| ALLM | ✓ | ✓ |
| Game Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Google TV | Tizen |
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | Amazon Alexa, Bixby |
| Screen Mirroring | Apple AirPlay 2 | SmartThings |
| Works With | Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home | Google Home, SmartThings |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2.1 | 2.0.2 |
| Wattage | 40W | 40W |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓ | ✓ |
| Surround Sound | Dolby Atmos, IMAX Enhanced, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital, DTS:X, DTS Virtual:X | Dolby Atmos |
| eARC | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| USB Ports | 2 | 3★ |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4★ | 5.3 |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 300x300 | 200x200 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | 231W | 139W★ |
| Energy Star | ✗ | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | 231 kWh★ | 264 kWh |
| Weight | 12.38 kg★ | 16.60 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
Samsung The Frame LS03FA 55"
- Strong smart (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong audio (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong gaming (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average hdr (35th percentile)
Pricing
TCL QM6K Series 55QM6K 55" offers 1.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 9 of 42 specs.
