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Tom's Guide
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
Surprise! This 65-inch TCL Mini-LED TV just crashed to under $1,000 on Amazon
With Father's Day right around the corner and summer approaching quickly, there's no better way to celebrate than with a brand new Mini-LED TV kitted with some of the best motion processing and gaming features. Right now, you can get the 65-inch TCL QM7K Mini-LED TV for just $998. That's a huge discount, dropping this 2025 model to under $1,000 just a few months after release. The TCL QM7K is a budget-friendly Mini-LED TV that is perfect for folks who want to upgrade to a truly impressive TV without breaking the bank. It features built-in Google TV with Chromecast, a slate of sought-after gaming features and a bright, colorful picture worthy of movie night. 55" @ $74875" @ $1,29985" @ $1,699 TCL has one serious 2025 lineup and the QM7K is one of the best gaming TVs among them. It's kitted with some serious specs that make it the ideal choice for PC and console gamers, especially the latter thanks to a VRR spec that hits 288Hz at 1080p. A Game Bar also ensures you can toggle such settings on the fly. This makes gaming even more convenient. A 2.2 Bang & Olufsen speaker also gives your entertainment the punch it deserves. The TCL QM7K is built on Google TV, netting you access to all of the best streaming services. It also has a handy Art Mode, which turns your TV into a gallery presentation when it's not in use, sprucing up your living room as if you lived in a museum. It doesn't get as bright as something like the Hisense U7N, but the QM7K still holds its own in HDR workloads with 2,350 nits in a 10% window. Thus, both HDR gaming and movie nights will look glorious with perfect color and shadows. The QM7K is one serious deal to consider, but if $998 is a bit out of your comfort zone, there's a lot of value TVs to sink your teeth into. TCL just stealth-launched a new Mini-LED TV in the QM5K, and it's already on sale, as well.
Digital Trends
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Digital Trends
The 98-inch TCL QM7K just launched, is great for sports, and is over $1,000 off
There's news, and then there's great news. The news is that TCL recently released the QM7K TV. The great news is that its 98-inch version — if you follow You Asked you might heard about it a few days ago — is already hugely discounted. Just how hugely? Like a lot of things, it sort of depends on who you ask. If you go with TCL's suggested price of $5,000, it's $2,200 off, while if you go with Best Buy's standard price of $4,000, it's $1,200 off. Either way, this massive TV (with a massive discount) is marked down to $2,800 at the moment. Go check out this hot TV deal via one of the buttons below, but also be sure to keep reading to get an overview of what we've seen and experienced with this 2025 release. Why you should buy the 98-inch TCL QM7K If you've determined you have room for a 98-inch TV, what makes the QM7K special other than its recent launch? Color and power. Our TCL QM7K review will give you all the details, but this 4K QD-Mini LED TV displays with 'spot-on' color accuracy 'right out of the box' in Filmmaker Mode that truly doesn't need to be calibrated to be enjoyed. It's plenty bright as well, refreshes at 144Hz, and has the recently new (but now expected) automatic low latency gaming mode. But will it be games that you'll be using your QM7K for? Our recent 'You Asked' episode about 98-inch TVs for sports featured the QM7K heavily. Here's the key excerpt: It's got the features you look for in a premium TV from top to bottom, supporting all the video and audio formats you could ask for like Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos and DTS. And notably for sports, it has excellent SDR brightness and does a great job upscaling low bitrate content, like sports. This offer that saves you $2,200 off of TCL's new $5,000 98-inch TV (making it just $2,800) won't last forever as it's an introductory offer. So, if you want the TV, be sure to tap one of the buttons below to get it now. Or, for something completely different, check out our listing of the best TVs under $1,000.
Tom's Guide
26-05-2025
- Business
- Tom's Guide
Best Memorial Day TV sales: Top Mini-LED & OLED deals you can't miss
Memorial Day is here, and so are some of the best TV sales of the year. Retailers are rolling out major discounts on the best TVs, including models we've personally tested and highly recommend. One of the best TV sales is happening right now is at Amazon, where smart TVs start at just $69. You can find deals on both premium and budget TVs. A standout pick is the Hisense 6-inch U8 Mini-LED 4K QLED TV on sale for $899. This is an editor's choice model that we recommend to just about anyone. If you're looking to buy an OLED TV, Amazon also has the Panasonic 65-inch Z85 4K OLED TV on sale for $998. That's a record-low price on a TV that hit the market just last year. These aren't the only Memorial Day TV sales worth considering. Below, you'll find our top picks across various price points and screen sizes. Be sure to check back throughout the day — new deals are still going live. TV sale: deals from $69 @ AmazonAmazon has smart TVs on sale for as low as $69. Keep in mind, the cheap TVs tend to be smaller, 1080p models (which are more suitable for a children's room or guest room). However, the sale also includes larger sets. These are among the cheapest TVs we've seen from Amazon. By comparison, Best Buy is offering a similar sale with prices from $ check: from $69 @ Best Buy | from $88 @ Walmart The U6N is Hisense's most affordable Mini-LED TV, and this deal drops its budget-friendly price even more. In addition to its Mini-LED backlighting, the U6N also arrives with quantum-dot color, Dolby Vision support, and Google TV built right into the software. It's a terrific choice for folks who are shopping for a big-screen TV but don't necessarily need top-shelf performance. In our Hisense U6N Mini-LED TV review, we called it a great budget pick for viewing movies and shows. The TCL QM7K is a budget-friendly Mini-LED TV that is perfect for folks who want to upgrade to a truly impressive TV without breaking the bank. It features built-in Google TV with Chromecast, a slate of sought-after gaming features (such as HDMI 2.1 and 4K gaming up to 144Hz), and a bright, colorful picture worthy of movie night. In our TCL QM7K QD-Mini LED TV review we said the Editor's Choice TV is an affordable TV you can count on. You couldn't ask for a better discount on one of the hottest displays. In our Samsung S85D OLED TV review, we said the Editor's Choice TV is a serious value offering a 120Hz refresh rate on a WOLED panel. An ATSC 3.0 tuner also means you get access to NextGenTV and 4K broadcasts, plus Tizen OS is also home to a slew of game streaming apps, making the S85D a true all-arounder when it comes to features. And if its onboard access to content isn't enough, a total of four HDMI 2.1 ports is also ideal for your range of connected check: $899 @ Amazon The S90D is one of Samsung's 2024 OLED TVs. The OLED TV features Samsung's new NQ4 AI Gen2 processor, HDR10+/HLG support, 120Hz refresh rate, four HDMI 2.1 ports, and built-in Alexa. It also offers 4K AI Upscaling to ensure all programs are crisp and sharp. On the audio front, you get Dolby Atmos and Object Tracking Sound Lite for 3D surround check: $979 @ Amazon | $999 @ Best Buy At a whopping 100 inches, the Hisense U7 ULED is a monster to behold. It leverages some exciting new specs, most tantalizing of all being gaming-centric proponents like a 144Hz refresh rate and Dolby Vision Gaming support for cinematic experiences at over 60fps. Several other enhancements, like WiFi 6e, Google TV OS, and IMAX Enhanced, make it the perfect entertainment solution and an utter steal. Plus: Add this Hisense 1080p TV to your cart for free when you purchase the 100-inch check: $1,999 w/ free TV @ Best Buy The B4 is LG's entry-level OLED TV. This TV supports Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos and has improved picture quality thanks to LG's A8 processor. For gamers, it features four HDMI 2.1 ports, a 120Hz refresh rate, a brightness booster, and Game Optimizer Mode. In our LG B4 OLED review, we called the Editor's Choice TV the value OLED TV of the year. The 48-inch model is a Best Buy exclusive. The C4 is LG's current flagship OLED TV. It's powered by LG's A9 processor and features a 120Hz panel, Dolby Vision/ HDR10/HLG support, built-in Amazon Alexa, four HDMI 2.1 ports and Apple AirPlay 2 support. It's also one of the few OLED TVs that can natively accept a 144Hz input from a PC. In our LG C4 OLED TV review, we said content looked colorful and dazzlingly bright on the new C4 series. It's the best version we've seen of the company's top-selling OLED TV range. Note: Amazon offers the same prices.48" for $89655" for $1,19665" for $1,29677" for $1,996 83" for $2,996 The LG C3 is one of the best mid-tier OLED TVs you can buy. In our LG OLED C3 review, we said the Editor's Choice TV delivers perfect blacks, thrilling contrast, and rich, accurate colors at every point across the visual spectrum. It's also perfect for gamers with a suite of Game Optimizer features and a 120Hz refresh rate. It offers Dolby Vision/HDR 10/HLG support, four HDMI 2.1 ports, built-in Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant/Apple HomeKit support, and LG's Magic Remote. Keep in mind that smaller sizes are coming in and out of stock.48" for $98955" for $1,14965" for $1,19677" for $1,97983" for $2,876 Panasonic TVs are making a comeback in the U.S. Built around Panasonic's HCX Pro AI Processor MKII, its new OLED TV offers support for HDR10/HDR10+/Dolby Vision/HLG and Dolby Atmos audio. On the gaming front, you get a 120Hz panel with VRR, AMD FreeSync Premium, and NVIDIA G-Sync support. It comes in 55- and 65-inch size options. Part of LG's 2025 TV lineup, the LG C5 OLED is here as the value pick of the year. Offering a slew of features, like a range of HDR certifications and gaming specs for the PS5 Pro crowd, the C5 proves a major improvement over its predecessor. We called it "nearly flawless" and gave it a 5-star rating in our LG C5 OLED TV review. 42" for $1,29648" for $1,39655" for $1,596 65" for $2,296 77" for $3,29683" for $4,996 The TCL Q6 is a fantastic display, equipped with a 60Hz refresh rate in tandem with support for the range of HDR standards. While you might be missing out on the screen tearing technologies, like G-Sync and AMD FreeSync, it does still have support for Dolby Vision and HDR10+. The Roku Plus Series is an outstanding value. In our Roku Plus Series 4K QLED TV review, we said it offers a great smart interface, HDR color, and excellent sound at an affordable price. This 75-inch model is the biggest TV in Roku's new lineup. It features a QLED screen along with full array local dimming. You also get Dolby Vision/HDR 10 Plus/HLG support, Apple HomeKit/Alexa/Google Assistant support, and four HDMI ports. Gamers take note that while it's reliable for casual play, you only get a 60Hz screen and no HDMI 2.1 support. Price check: $699 @ Amazon The QM6K is a quantum dot-enhanced Mini-LED TV that has a lot going for it. Its picture quality is impressive and it gets even better when you turn on picture settings like Filmmaker mode or Dolby Vision IQ HDR. In our TCL QM6K Mini-LED TV review we said its feature set, picture quality, and price point are the perfect combination for anyone looking for an affordable TV. Sporting Mini-LED with full array local dimming, the Hisense U7 promises incredible picture quality and brightness. Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, HDR10, HDR10 Plus, and HLG support are included. For gamers, this TV also has 144Hz Game Mode Pro and HDMI 2.1 support. Announced in November 2024, this is Amazon's first Mini-LED TV. It features a 144Hz refresh rate in tandem with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro support to give gamers ample juice for fast-paced games. The TV also has an Ambient Experience feature, so when it's powered off it displays dynamic artwork. This is also the first Amazon Fire TV to support Dolby Atmos audio. With its ultra-thin bezel, the Samsung DU8000 will look great in just about any living room. It features HDR10+ support, built-in Alexa, and 3D surround sound. It has a 60Hz panel, but Samsung's Motion Xcelerator 120Hz helps keep those fast-paced scenes smooth and lag-free. This 55-inch Insignia TV offers impressive image quality no matter what you're watching. Thanks to its built-in Fire TV features, you can also stream all your favorite shows and movies and control them with your voice thanks to full Alexa support. Pioneer's budget TV offers a stunning picture for an amazing price. It comes with Dolby Vision/HDR 10/HLG support, a 60Hz refresh rate, three HDMI inputs, and Xumo TV OS. The 55-inch 4K display offers superior brightness and high color contrast that make this a perfect living room TV. The Roku Plus Series is an outstanding value. In our Roku Plus Series 4K QLED TV review, we said it offers a great smart interface, HDR color, and excellent sound at an affordable price. It features a QLED screen along with full array local dimming. You also get Dolby Vision/HDR 10 Plus/HLG support, Apple HomeKit/Alexa/Google Assistant support, and four HDMI ports. Gamers take note that while it's reliable for casual play, you only get a 60Hz screen and no HDMI 2.1 support. Price check: $349 @ Amazon The Bravia 3 sits at the tail end of Sony's 2024 TV lineup, sporting a much more budget price point. It uses a 60Hz refresh rate on Sony's 4K HDR X1 processor, but gamers will enjoy the ALLM support and several PS5-specific features, like Auto HDR Tone Mapping and Auto Game Picture Mode. You also get HDR10/HLG/Dolby Vision support and Google TV. This Mini-LED TV just launched nearly a month ago, bringing with it several enticing upgrades for gamers. Built on a 165Hz refresh rate with a Game Mode Ultra mode, the Hisense U7QG is designed to be the best seat in the house for the PS5, Xbox Series X, and even your PC. Add to that one serious sound system in its 2.1.2-channel speaker and you've got a powerhouse of a TV with tons of flare. 65" for $99875" for $1,398 This 32-inch Roku TV maxes out at 1080p resolution, but it's an excellent TV for small spaces. It provides a bright picture, Apple AirPlay support, Apple HomeKit/Amazon Alexa/Google Assistant support, and three HDMI ports. Made by Roku, this TV also features Roku's platform for all your streaming needs. I have this TV in my bedroom and although resolution is only 1080p, I find it perfect for watching Netflix from check: $149 @ Best Buy If you don't need 4K resolution, this 2-Series is a budget smart TV with 1080p resolution and support for HDR 10, HLG, and Dolby Digital Audio. The included Fire TV Alexa Voice Remote lets you find your favorite content, get sports scores, control smart home devices, and more with the sound of your voice. The popular Amazon Fire TV 4-Series just got even better. A new ultra-slim bezel puts your entertainment front and center, while support for vivid 4K Ultra HD, HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Digital Plus bring scenes to life. Plus, it operates on Amazon's Fire OS, which makes streaming your favorite apps easier than ever. If you're shopping on a strict budget, we recommend looking at TVs from the likes of TCL, Hisense, Roku and Amazon's Fire TVs. These TVs lead the charge when it comes to value. Expect Memorial Day TV sales from these brands to drop as low as $299 for a 55-inch 4K TV. In terms of stores to shop at, look for deals at Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart. Amazon and Best Buy tend to undercut each other and are your best bets for deals on inexpensive TVs. Value TVs we recommend include the Hisense U8 Mini-LED TV and the Roku Plus Series QLED TV. If you want a budget OLED TV, opt for the LG B4 OLED. These are among the best budget TVs and provide an excellent value for anyone shopping on a strict budget. These once prohibitively expensive TVs are now selling well under $999. For instance, the 48-inch LG B4 OLED has sold for as low as $599. Our top store for OLED TV deals is Amazon, although Best Buy tends to offer similar discounts.
Digital Trends
25-05-2025
- Digital Trends
TCL QM7K review: stunning image quality for an affordable price
TCL QM7K MSRP $1,300.00 Score Details 'The TCL QM7K offers a stunning image for its price point, bringing premium-level picture quality to your living room without costing a small fortune.' Pros Fantastic color accuracy Impressive contrast Excellent brightness Decently wide viewing angle Cons Reflective screen Unimpressive sound 'Why you can trust Digital Trends – We have a 20-year history of testing, reviewing, and rating products, services and apps to help you make a sound buying decision. Find out more about how we test and score products.' Recommended Videos We finally got our hands on the TCL QM7K Mini-LED QLED, winner of our Top Tech of CES 2025 award. Earlier this year we reviewed the QM6K and were impressed with its value and performance, so we're excited to put the QM7K through its paces. TCL continues to impress in the midrange and I'm happy to say, the QM7K did not disappoint. Mini-LED screen technology is making for gorgeous displays with incredible contrast more affordable for the average consumer, and TCL is really showing what the technology can do with this new entry. There's a good chance that this isn't the last model we'll hear about from TCL this year as the company has switched to a staggered release approach for its 2025 models, but for now let's soak in the QM7K and all it has to offer. TCL QM7K specs Sizes 55, 65, 75, 85, 98, and 115 inches Pricing $1,299.99, $1,499.99, $1,999.99, $2,499.99, $4,999.99, and $19,999.99 Display type QD-Mini LED Operating system Google TV Screen resolution 4K Ultra HD (3,840 x 2,160) HDR support Dolby Vision, Dolby Vision Gaming, Dolby Vision IQ, HDR 10+, HDR10, HLG Native refresh rate 144Hz Gaming features Auto Game Mode (ALLM), AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, Game Accelerator 288, VRR (up to 144Hz) Audio support Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital +, DTS: Virtual X (Passthrough Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital +, Dolby Digital, PCM) Connectivity 4 HDMI (1x eARC), USB 3.0, USB 2.0, Ethernet (LAN), S/PDIF, ATSC 1.0 Tuner Affordable price means a less premium build The QM7K targets that affordable middle ground between a true budget TV and the premium flagship models of today. It aims to be within reach of most consumers, particularly in the smaller 55- or 65-inch models. So I can't say I was too shocked when I started unboxing and assembling the QM7K that I found its construction to be a little flimsy. The stand that holds the TV is designed as one central piece, as opposed to the individual legs of the QM6K, which makes attaching it to the QM7K a straightforward process. It's brushed to look like metal, but metal it is not. The plastic T-shaped stand weighs about 5 pounds and does its job in holding the 85-inch model we tested for this review. The TV itself weighs only 75 pounds, aided by a frame made almost entirely of plastic. Savings have to come from somewhere to hit these price points, right? The good news is that this makes assembly a lot easier than on far heavier (albeit sturdier) high-end models. The QM7K sways a bit anytime you move it or the furniture it sits on, but it's held securely enough that it's not going anywhere. Decent audio, nothing mind-blowing The audio on the TCL QM7K is billed as having better audio than the QM6K, thanks to a Bang & Olufsen audio upgrade, which TCL says will offer 'more accurate sound quality for an enhanced home theater audio experience.' All in all, the 2.2-speaker system performs about as expected for a mostly affordable model. Which is to say, it didn't sound terrible, but it didn't sound great. The bass response left a lot to be desired, but it's not like I was expecting a 6-inch subwoofer built into the TV. The dialogue could at times sound muddled, blending in a bit too much with a soundtrack or background noise. This really only happened in intense scenes where loud music, dialogue, and sound effects all combined in a cacophony of sound. The QM7K natively supports Dolby Digital and Dolby Digital+ audio, but the built-in speakers aren't doing it justice. Seeing as this model supports Dolby Atmos passthrough, you'd be better off with a Dolby Atmos soundbar, or another dedicated audio system to get the most out of the Dolby audio available on most streaming platforms. Color accurate right out of the box The QM7K features a number of display profiles that users can select from, but for our purposes we're going to focus on Filmmaker Mode, which was first added on the QM6K. This mode is designed for color accuracy, and it was spot-on right out of the box. We tested the QM7K first in SDR while in Filmmaker Mode, and it delivered an impressive color delta E of 0.8. While this fell to near zero post-calibration, that's honestly not even necessary, as the human eye struggles to distinguish a delta E of less than 1.0, making Filmmaker Mode more than sufficient. More than bright enough If you're looking to sear your eyeballs out of your sockets during nighttime viewing, then the QM7K is the right TV for you. TCL advertises a peak brightness of 3,000 nits in HDR for the QM7K, though this varies by size and will vary slightly by panel. In my own testing, I was able to get one 2,400-nit burst in HDR testing in a 10% window with brightness, peak luminance, and dynamic backlighting all turned up to the max. More stable readings in HDR came in around 2,000 nits in peak brightness. Peak brightness measurements in SDR came in at a still very respectable 1,600 nits. If you're wanting to get the best color accuracy and contrast out of your QM7K with minimal clipping and as much uniformity as possible, then you'll likely be watching Filmmaker Mode in its default configuration, which still offers 800 nits with the brightness turned to 100 while keeping those other backlight and luminance settings turned off. My gripe with reflections While the brightness of the QM7K more than delivers, nothing could get away from the fact that the screen itself was pretty reflective. Don't get me wrong, I've seen worse, but if your living room is like mine and has windows opposite the TV, you'll find yourself getting up to close them every time you turn on the TV during the daytime. I'm not even picking on reflections when sunlight is pouring in the windows midday, as this issue persists into the evening when the sun is already starting to set. With brightness settings maxed, the QM7K can handle as bright a room as you can throw at it, but any sort of light source directly in front of the screen from your viewing position will be thrown back at you and remains quite visible even in bright scenes. A superb image overall All in all, the TCL QM7K offers a stunning image for its price point. Without getting too far into the weeds, I'll say that a lot of cool tech—like the condensed micro lens in the backlight system, helping focus and direct the light from each mini LED, and the decreased optical distance, which is the space between the backlight and the LCD—helps create an image with excellent contrast. These technologies also help reduce haloing in HDR, as they lead to less light scatter. The QM7K really goes to show that Mini LED QLED panels are taking the fight to OLED, bringing premium-level picture quality to your living room without costing you a small fortune. Value remains the focus TCL has continued to impress with panel technology and image quality while maintaining approachable pricing. The 85-inch model we tested launched just over two months ago and is already being sold by all major retailers and TCL at about a 30% markdown from its original MSRP of $2,500. Right now, that means you can pick up an 85-inch QM7K for $1,800, and the 55-inch is currently marked down to under $900. Look for these prices to continue dropping as the year goes on, especially as we get into the holiday season. The TCL QM7K is an impressive entry that blurs the line between flagship and mid-range in performance while staying solidly in the realm of mid-range pricing. I'll be eagerly awaiting any TCL launches hopefully still to come this year.
Tom's Guide
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
This brand-new 55-inch Mini-LED TV is already $450 off — and it's perfect for gamers
The year's most exciting TVs are rolling out to store shelves, and believe it or not, some of them are already seeing some seriously steep discounts as past of this year's Memorial Day TV sales. One such deal that caught my eye involves a brand-new model that may end up being one of the most value-packed TVs of the year. The 55-inch TCL QM7K is just $848 on Amazon right now — that's a full $450 off its usual it from someone who's been reviewing TVs for years: The QM7K is a great mid-range option for budget-conscious shoppers of all stripes. That said, it's a particularly good pick for gamers. Here's why it's worthy of your wish list. The TCL QM7K is a budget-friendly Mini-LED TV that is perfect for folks who want to upgrade to a truly impressive TV without breaking the bank. It features built-in Google TV with Chromecast, a slate of sought-after gaming features and a bright, colorful picture worthy of movie night. While ultra-affordable, entry-level TVs tend to lean on garden-variety LED backlighting, the mid-range QM7K makes use of Mini-LEDs — smaller, more-advanced backlights that tend to deliver improved contrast control and a brighter overall picture. It's display tech we expect to see on high-end TVs, and it's great to have it at a relatively affordable price point. The QM7K makes the most of its Mini-LEDs, too. According to the tests we carried out for our TCL QM7K review, this TV is packing a heck of a punch: over 1,700 nits of brightness in its most-accurate HDR picture mode. (For context, the entry-level TCL QM6K tops out at around 700.) The mid-range QM7K makes use of Mini-LEDs — smaller, more-advanced backlights that tend to deliver improved contrast control. Gamers will appreciate that the QM7K is equipped with a pair of HDMI 2.1 ports that support 4K gaming up to 144Hz. This means the QM7K takes full advantage of the most powerful consoles on the market: the Xbox Series X and PS5 Pro. Critically, because these ports are separate from the QM7K's dedicated eARC port, you're free to connect both of those consoles and one of the best soundbars for your budget. Also included in the QM7K's gaming toolkit: Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro (for ultra-smooth gameplay), plus TCL's Game Accelerator 240 feature, which allows for even higher framerates at lower resolutions. Frankly, I didn't expect to see a mid-range TV of this caliber in the sale section this soon after its debut. And, from the looks of Amazon's limited-time-deal badge, I don't think it'll stick around at this price for very long.
