TVs · Head-to-head
LG C6 OLED vs TCL QM8L
The short answer
LG C6 OLED comes out ahead overall with 9.2/10 against 9.0/10 for the TCL QM8L. LG C6 OLED is stronger on picture quality, processing & motion, gaming & connectivity and value. TCL QM8L is stronger on hdr & bright-room performance. At current verified prices, the TCL QM8L costs about $202.00 less.
Scores by criterion
| Criterion | LG C6 OLED | TCL QM8L |
|---|---|---|
| Picture Quality | 9.5Editorial score for contrast, black level, color, uniformity, viewing characteristics and overall image fidelity. | 9.1Editorial score for contrast, black level, color, uniformity, viewing characteristics and overall image fidelity. |
| HDR & Bright-Room Performance | 9.0Editorial score for HDR impact, brightness and reflection handling. | 9.8Editorial score for HDR impact, brightness and reflection handling. |
| Processing & Motion | 9.2Editorial score for upscaling, motion, low-quality content and sports handling. | 8.6Editorial score for upscaling, motion, low-quality content and sports handling. |
| Gaming & Connectivity | 9.8Editorial score for refresh rate, HDMI 2.1, VRR, ALLM and gaming flexibility. | 9.5Editorial score for refresh rate, HDMI 2.1, VRR, ALLM and gaming flexibility. |
| Features & Usability | 9.2Editorial score for smart platform, HDR formats, tuner/casting features and everyday usability. | 9.0Editorial score for smart platform, HDR formats, tuner/casting features and everyday usability. |
| Value | 8.3Editorial score for performance relative to the current 65-inch market price used in this comparison. | 7.9Editorial score for performance relative to the current 65-inch market price used in this comparison. |
Specifications
| Spec | LG C6 OLED | TCL QM8L |
|---|---|---|
| Display Technology | OLED | Mini-LED LCD |
| Panel / Backlight Type | OLED evo | SQD-Mini LED / WHVA 2.0 |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Available Screen Sizes | 42, 48, 55, 65, 77, 83 inches | 65, 75, 85, 98 inches |
| Reference Screen Size | 65 inches | 65 inches |
| Native Refresh Rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz |
| Max 4K Refresh Rate | 165 Hz | 144 Hz |
| HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 |
| HDMI 2.1 Ports | 4 | 4 |
| VRR | Yes | Yes |
| ALLM | Yes | Yes |
| Dolby Vision | Yes | Yes |
| HDR10+ | No | Yes |
| Local Dimming | No | Yes |
| Screen Finish / Reflection Treatment | Glossy OLED with anti-reflection treatment | — |
| Smart Platform | webOS | Google TV |
| ATSC 3.0 / NextGen TV | — | Yes |
LG C6 OLED
Pros
- Excellent OLED contrast and picture quality
- 165Hz VRR gaming with four HDMI 2.1 ports
- Dolby Vision support and strong current 65-inch value
Cons
- Not as bright as the flagship G6 in demanding bright-room HDR
- OLED still requires reasonable care around persistent static content
TCL QM8L
Pros
- Extremely bright Mini-LED picture with strong local dimming
- Four HDMI 2.1 ports with 4K 144Hz support
- Supports both Dolby Vision and HDR10+
Cons
- Motion and viewing-angle performance are less consistent than top OLEDs
- Large brightness capability does not guarantee perfect HDR accuracy in every mode
Both products are part of our guide Best TVs of 2026, where you can see every pick, how we score and current prices from each retailer.