Best of High End
No Result
View All Result
  • Login
  • Academy
  • Factory visits
  • First look
  • Industry icons
  • News
  • Reports
  • Reviews
  • Tech talk
Contact us
  • Academy
  • Factory visits
  • First look
  • Industry icons
  • News
  • Reports
  • Reviews
  • Tech talk
No Result
View All Result
Best of High End
No Result
View All Result
Home Reviews

TCL QM8/QM850G QLED TV review

John Bugailiskis by John Bugailiskis
January 24, 2025
Reading Time: 4 mins read
0

Until recently, TCL was probably best known for its Roku-branded TVs that offered decent picture quality and features and competed well with most TVs in the lower end of the market. But with the launch this year of its flagship QM8 TVย line of mini LED QLED equipped 65โ€ and 75โ€ sets, featuring the Google TV platform, TCL is now squarely taking on the very best TVs offered by Sony, LG and Samsung.

Focus on the QM8 screen

The QM8 screen is framed by a thin band of black, brushed metallic material on the top and sides, with a strip running along the bottom edge with the TCL logo placed in the middle. The TV is supported by two wide plastic support arms that can be attached to the screen at one of two heights, either close to the base or lifted up a few inches, to make room for a soundbar.

 

score-TCL-65QM850G-review-3

Google all the way

The TVโ€™s smart TV platform from Google supports most major streaming services, including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Hulu, Max, Netflix, Sling, Twitch, and YouTube for video, along with hundreds of other apps and services. For viewers who want to stream from a local device, Google TV supports Google Cast for Android smartphones and tablets and Chrome browser tabs. TCL has also added Apple AirPlay 2 to the QM8 so you can stream from iPhones, iPads, and Macs as well.

So, you think you are smart?

If you are like me, and have a habit of misplacing your remote, fear not, with the QM8 you can still control the TV with Google Assistant which is accessible through the TVโ€™s far-field microphones using the wake words “Hey Google,” or by using the remote. With Google Assistant, not only can you search for content and control the TV directly with voice commands you can also check your calendar for appointments, have general questions answered ย and control compatible smart home devices such as live feeds from doorbells and home security cameras.

 

score-TCL-65QM850G-review-2

It’s gonna be a bright, sunshiny day

So yes, the QM8 has just about all the smart TV features you could ever want. But what about the picture? I tested the image quality of the 65โ€ QM850G in a 12โ€™ by 20โ€™ room that has some natural lighting coming from two windows. I evaluated the TV using 4K content from Netflix and Disney +, as well as using Sonyโ€™s UBP-X700 4k Blu-ray player. Gaming performance was tested on an Xbox One.

When you first turn on the QM8 the first that hits you is how amazingly bright the set is, with an incredible peak brightness of 2321 nits. Unless you are in a room bathed in sunlight, you will never want to watch it at those peal levels. Fortunately, the QM8 line boasts up to 2300 dimming zones which helps it deliver deep and uniform blacks characteristic that rival even the best OLED TVs, and at a fraction of the cost. The 65โ€ QM850G is currently on sale in the U.S. for $899 or EURO 1390 for the equivalent 65C93 Series. At these prices, there are very few sets that can compare to TCLโ€™s flagship model line.

 

score-TCL-65QM850G-review-4

I threw the best 4K content I could find at the QM8 and it consistently provided a superb picture. It was at its best when displaying HDR content where the improved contrast and deeper, more realistic colours provided an almost lifelike image.

If you are an avid gamer then the QM8 could be your dream TV, as it supports a 144Hz refresh rate that can be further boosted to 240Hz using the Game Accelerator mode which lowers resolution for a higher refresh rate, cutting the resolution down to 1080p from 4k.

While the QM8 canโ€™t quite match the image quality of the very best 4K sets in the market (viewing angles are limited and it doesnโ€™t do a great job with upscaling low-resolution content), when you compare its features and price to other competitors, it comes out at the very top.

 

score-TCL-65QM850G-review-5

Price

$899 U.S. or 1390 EUR at the time of the review

Technical details

TCL Q Class – QM850G/65C93 Series (Equivalent model in Europe)

Model: 65QM850G – Ultimate 4K Mini LED TV
Screen size: 65″
Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)

Audioย 

Audio Power (Watts): 10W + 10W (Speakers) + 20W (Subwoofer)
Audio passthrough: Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital +, Dolby Digital, PCM
Dolby processing: Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital +

Displayย 

Display technology: QLED
Panel refresh rate: 120Hz
Panel resolution: 4K Ultra HD (3840 x 2160)
Display colors: 1.07 billion
Local dimming type: Full array ultra local dimming
High Dynamic Range Format: HDR ULTRA, Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG

Connections – Inputs/Outputs

AV input: composite video + L&R audio In (mini 3.5mm connector)
Audio output: 1
RF input (NTSC, ATSC): 1
Ethernet: 1
USB: 1 USB 2.0
HDMI: 4 HDMI (1 eARC)
SPDIF digital audio optical: 1
Audio output headphone: 1

Product & package information

Product size (WxHxD) with Stand: 56.9″ x 34.1″ x 11.7″
Product size (WxHxD) without stand: 56.9″ x 32.6″ x 1.7″
Stand separation distance: 13.4โ€
Product weight with stand (lbs): 54.7 lbs
Product weight without stand (lbs): 50.1 lbs
Package size (WxHxD): 65.1″ x 39.4″ x 6.9″

 

score-TCL-65QM850G-review-6

Review setup

TCL QM8/QM850G QLED TV
Netflix
Disney +
Sonyโ€™s UBP-X700 4k Blu-ray player
Xbox One

 

score-TCL-65QM850G-review-7

TCL QM8/QM850G QLED TV

1390 EUR

While the QM8 canโ€™t quite match the image quality of the very best 4K sets in the market (viewing angles are limited and it doesnโ€™t do a great job with upscaling low-resolution content), when you compare its features and price to other competitors, it comes out at the very top.

RELATED POSTS

Silent Angel Bonn N8C review

DALI Epikore 3 Loudspeakers review

R_volution PlayerPro 8K Signature Edition review

TCL-65QM850G-review
8.7/10

PERFORMANCE [60]

8.7/10

Features | Functionality [20]

8.0/10

Design | Build Quality [10]

9.0/10

Price | Performance [10]

10.0/10

Pros

  • Beautiful overall imaging with high-resolution sources
  • Super bright
  • Great contrast and black uniformity (so even dimly lit scenes look amazing)
  • Unbeatable price for this performance

Cons

  • Some minor backlight blooming
  • Viewing angles limited
  • No ATSC 3.0 tuner
  • Upscaling low resolution content
TCL QM8/QM850G QLED TV details
Tags: QLEDSmart TVTLC
ShareTweet
John Bugailiskis

John Bugailiskis

John Bugailiskis is a Canadian-based consumer electronics reporter/editor and has been reviewing consumer electronics for more than 20 years. John has a passion for all things digital and in particular loves to test the latest video, audio and computer products. He has also reported extensively on the telecom and broadcasting industry.

Related Posts

SILENT-ANGEL-BONN-N8C-0
Reviews

Silent Angel Bonn N8C review

October 18, 2025
Dali-Epikore-3-Stand-Mount-Bookshelf-Loudspeaker
Reviews

DALI Epikore 3 Loudspeakers review

October 13, 2025
R_volution-PlayerPro-8K-Signature-Edition
Reviews

R_volution PlayerPro 8K Signature Edition review

October 13, 2025
All-in-One-Excellence-Arcam-SA45-Integrated-Amp-with-Class-G-and-Dirac-Live
Reviews

All-in-One Excellence: Arcam SA45 Integrated Amp with Class G and Dirac Live

September 14, 2025
Silent-Angel-Rhein-Z1-Plus-+-Forster-F2-+-Munich-MU-review
Reviews

Silent Angel Rhein Z1 Plus + Forster F2 + Munich MU review

August 19, 2025
psaudio-stellargold-dac-review
Digital sources

PS Audio StellarGold DAC review

July 20, 2025
Next Post
focal-launches-aria-evo-x-loudspeaker-series

Focal launches Aria EVO X loudspeaker series

technology-behind-the-acoustical-systems-astellar-turntable

Technology behind the Acoustical Systems A*Stellar turntable

Tag cloud

4K amplifier amplifiers Audio-Technica AV processors Bang & Olufsen Bowers & Wilkins Cables CD player CES 2018 CES 2025 Dac DACs Dali Dan D'Agostino Digital amplifiers Estelon Focal Genelec Gold Note HDR Headphone amplifiers Headphones HIGH END Munich 2025 High Endยฎ Integrated amplifiers Loudspeakers Lyngdorf Lyngdorf Audio McIntosh OLED Panasonic Power amplifiers Preamplifiers Projectors Samsung Sony Steinway Lyngdorf StormAudio Streaming audio Studio monitors Subwoofers Turntables Vitus Audio Wireless speakers

News Update! Audience Debuts the ClairAudient Bellare
Go Read below! ๐Ÿ‘‡
https://bestofhighend.com/audience-debuts-the-clairaudient-bellare/
#Audience #Clairaudientbellare #loudspeakers

1 0
Open
News Update! Audience Debuts the ClairAudient Bellare
Go Read below! ๐Ÿ‘‡
https://bestofhighend.com/audience-debuts-the-clairaudient-bellare/
#Audience #Clairaudientbellare #loudspeakers

Under 100 EUR edition to the Beyerdynamic Pro series ๐ŸŽง Beyerdynamic DT 270 PRO #Beyerdynamic #BeyerdynamicHeadphones #dt270pro #headphones
Read the full news article here ๐Ÿ‘‡
https://bestofhighend.com/beyerdynamic-dt-270-pro/

1 0
Open
Under 100 EUR edition to the Beyerdynamic Pro series ๐ŸŽง Beyerdynamic DT 270 PRO #Beyerdynamic #BeyerdynamicHeadphones #dt270pro #headphones
Read the full news article here ๐Ÿ‘‡
https://bestofhighend.com/beyerdynamic-dt-270-pro/

The best from PS Audio in just 2 dedicated rooms ๐Ÿ’Ž PS Audio Showcases Flagship PMG Signature Series #PSAudio #pmgsignatureseries
Read our full news article here ๐Ÿ‘‡
https://bestofhighend.com/ps-audio-showcases-flagship-pmg-signature-series/

4 0
Open
The best from PS Audio in just 2 dedicated rooms ๐Ÿ’Ž PS Audio Showcases Flagship PMG Signature Series #PSAudio #pmgsignatureseries 
Read our full news article here ๐Ÿ‘‡
https://bestofhighend.com/ps-audio-showcases-flagship-pmg-signature-series/

How does you streaming system look like ๐Ÿ›œ Silent Angel Bonn N8C review #SilentAngel #bonnn8c #networkswitch #review
Read our full review here ๐Ÿ‘‡
https://bestofhighend.com/silent-angel-bonn-n8c-review/

0 0
Open
How does you streaming system look like ๐Ÿ›œ Silent Angel Bonn N8C review #SilentAngel #bonnn8c #networkswitch #review
Read our full review here ๐Ÿ‘‡
https://bestofhighend.com/silent-angel-bonn-n8c-review/

Elvis comes back to life ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ WE ARE REWIND Unveils Limited Edition Elvis Presley Cassette Player #wearerewind #elvispresleycassetteplayer #cassetteplayer
Read the complete news article here ๐Ÿ‘‡
https://bestofhighend.com/we-are-rewind-unveils-limited-edition-elvis-presley-cassette-player/

1 0
Open
Elvis comes back to life ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ WE ARE REWIND Unveils Limited Edition Elvis Presley Cassette Player #wearerewind #elvispresleycassetteplayer #cassetteplayer 
Read the complete news article here ๐Ÿ‘‡
https://bestofhighend.com/we-are-rewind-unveils-limited-edition-elvis-presley-cassette-player/

News Update! PSB Speakers Unveils the SubSeries BP7 Powered Subwoofer
Read Below! ๐Ÿ‘‡
https://bestofhighend.com/psb-speakers-unveils-the.../
#psbspeakers #subseries #subwoofer

1 0
Open
News Update! PSB Speakers Unveils the SubSeries BP7 Powered Subwoofer
Read Below! ๐Ÿ‘‡
https://bestofhighend.com/psb-speakers-unveils-the.../
#psbspeakers #subseries #subwoofer

News Update! Audio Pro Unveils W-Generation Speakers
Read Below! ๐Ÿ‘‡
https://bestofhighend.com/audio-pro-unveils-w-generation-speakers-2/
#audiopro #wgeneration #speakers

2 0
Open
News Update! Audio Pro Unveils W-Generation Speakers 
Read Below! ๐Ÿ‘‡
https://bestofhighend.com/audio-pro-unveils-w-generation-speakers-2/
#audiopro #wgeneration #speakers

News Update! Kanto Audio Unveils Its First-Ever Turntable: The Obi3
Read Below! ๐Ÿ‘‡
https://bestofhighend.com/kanto-audio-unveils-its-first-ever-turntable-the-obi3/
#kantoaudio #turntable #obi3

1 0
Open
News Update! Kanto Audio Unveils Its First-Ever Turntable: The Obi3 
Read Below! ๐Ÿ‘‡
https://bestofhighend.com/kanto-audio-unveils-its-first-ever-turntable-the-obi3/
#kantoaudio #turntable #obi3

News Update! Lyngdorf Audioโ€™s TDAI-2210 Streaming Amplifier Now Shipping!
Go Read! ๐Ÿ‘‡
https://bestofhighend.com/lyngdorf-audios-tdai-2210-streaming-amplifier-now-shipping/
#lyngdorfaudio #tdai2210 #StreamingAmplifier

1 0
Open
News Update! Lyngdorf Audioโ€™s TDAI-2210 Streaming Amplifier Now Shipping!
Go Read! ๐Ÿ‘‡
https://bestofhighend.com/lyngdorf-audios-tdai-2210-streaming-amplifier-now-shipping/
#lyngdorfaudio #tdai2210 #StreamingAmplifier
  • About us
  • Advertising
  • Contact
  • Terms and Conditions

ยฉ 2025 Best Of High End - by NOKYTECH

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In
No Result
View All Result
  • Academy
  • Factory visits
  • First look
  • Industry icons
  • News
  • Reports
  • Reviews
  • Tech talk

ยฉ 2025 Best Of High End - by NOKYTECH

This website uses cookies. If you continue to use this website you give permission to use cookies as described in our Terms and Conditions.