My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: This 85-Inch TCL QLED TV
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It’s impressive how far TCL has come with QLED technology. The QM7K is the latest mid-range QD-Mini LED smart TV that’s a great value for the money. The massive 85-inch QM7K is currently 40% off, making it $1,499.99 (originally $2,499.99) — its lowest price ever, according to price tracking tools . The more affordable QM6K, an 85-inch model , is currently 30% off.
The QM7K is better than the QM6K in every way except color accuracy. It has better contrast, brightness, gaming performance, black levels, performance, and more, but the QM6K is still a great option for those on a budget.
I’ve personally tested the QM7 , which is a slightly older model of this TV, as well as the more budget-friendly QM6K, and I can say that TCL doesn’t skimp on these TVs. They look and feel truly premium. This QM7K is no exception. Its highlight is the bright panel, making it great for sun-drenched rooms. It delivers deep blacks and has virtually no light halos, giving it excellent picture quality. Gamers will appreciate the 144Hz native refresh rate and 288Hz-capable panel with VRR and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, making it a smooth experience to use. Since this is a Google TV, it has hands-free Google Assistant and Google Cast, making it easy to stream just about anything from your phone or computer. You can do the same for iPhones using AirPlay.
If you’re a stickler for color accuracy, you may notice that colors look a little warm out of the box, according to PCMag’s “excellent” review , but that’s easy to fix in the picture settings. If you want a big, bright, colorful smart TV with a wow factor, get the 85-inch Class QM7K , and if brightness isn’t as important to you, check out the 85-inch QM6K . Both are great TVs at a great price.