LG M-series OLED77M3PUA 77"
TCL QM8K Series 75QM8K 75"
What Buyers Say
LG M-series OLED77M3PUA 77"
The LG M3 OLED TV receives high praise for its stunning picture quality, deep blacks, and bright HDR performance, with many users calling it a top-tier OLED. The wireless Zero Connect box is a standout feature, delivering lag-free video and a clean, cable-free setup. However, numerous reviews highlight severe issues with open-box purchases from Best Buy, including missing components like the Zero Connect box or remote, burn-in, and misleading condition descriptions. While the TV itself is excellent, the purchasing experience is frequently marred by poor service and misrepresentation.
Pros
- Stunning picture quality
- Deep blacks and bright HDR
- Wireless Zero Connect box works flawlessly
- Clean, cable-free wall mount setup
- No noticeable input lag for gaming
Cons
- Missing Zero Connect box on open-box units
- Burn-in on used/display models
- Misleading condition descriptions from Best Buy
- Missing remote or accessories on open-box
- Wireless signal drops if obstructed
TCL QM8K Series 75QM8K 75"
The TCL QM8K is widely praised for its impressive brightness, vibrant colors, and excellent HDR performance, rivaling OLED at a lower price point. While some users note minor issues with viewing angles, a glossy screen, and occasional dimming quirks, the overall sentiment is highly positive. A few users mention that the built-in speakers are surprisingly good, though the OS can be slow at times.
Pros
- Impressive brightness and HDR
- Vibrant colors near OLED quality
- Excellent gaming performance at 144Hz
- Good built-in sound quality
- Snappy Google TV interface
Cons
- Limited viewing angles off-center
- Glossy screen causing reflections in bright rooms
- Occasional dimming issues in games and movies
- Bulky design from side/back
- Slow operating system at times
Scores
Specifications
| LG M-series OLED77M3PUA 77" | TCL QM8K Series 75QM8K 75" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 76.7" | 75" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | OLED★ | Mini-LED |
| Backlight | OLED★ | Full-Array LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Brightness | — | 5000 nits★ |
| Peak Brightness | — | 5000 nits★ |
| Contrast Ratio | Infinite | infinite |
| Color Gamut | — | DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | — | 10-bit★ |
| Motion Tech | None | Motion Rate 480 |
| Processor | α9 AI Processor Gen6 | TCL AIPQ PRO Processor |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | Dolby Vision, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) | Dolby Vision, HDR 10, HDR 10+, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) |
| Dolby Vision | ✓ | ✓ |
| HDR10+ | ✗ | ✓★ |
| HLG | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 0.10000000149011612 ms★ | — |
| VRR | G-SYNC Compatible (NVIDIA Adaptive Sync), FreeSync Premium (AMD | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| ALLM | ✓ | ✓ |
| Game Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | webOS | Google TV |
| Voice Assistant | Amazon Alexa | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Screen Mirroring | Apple AirPlay 2 | Apple AirPlay 2, Chromecast |
| Works With | Alexa, Apple HomeKit | Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 4.2 | 2.1 |
| Wattage | — | 60W★ |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓ | ✓ |
| Surround Sound | Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital | Dolby Atmos, IMAX Enhanced, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital, DTS:X |
| eARC | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 3 | 4★ |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| USB Ports | 2 | 2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E★ | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.4★ |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 300x300 | 400x400 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | — | 450W★ |
| Energy Star | ✗ | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | — | 450 kWh★ |
| Weight | 36.47 kg | 28.39 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
LG M-series OLED77M3PUA 77"
- Strong gaming (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong display (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong audio (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong connectivity (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
TCL QM8K Series 75QM8K 75"
- Strong picture quality (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong smart (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong gaming (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Pricing
TCL QM8K Series 75QM8K 75" offers 1.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 92 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 11 of 43 specs.
