TVs · Head-to-head
Samsung S95H OLED vs TCL QM8L
The short answer
Samsung S95H OLED and TCL QM8L finish almost level in our scoring (9.1 vs 9.0 out of 10), so the right pick depends on what you value most. Samsung S95H OLED is stronger on picture quality, processing & motion and gaming & connectivity. TCL QM8L is stronger on hdr & bright-room performance, features & usability and value.
Scores by criterion
| Criterion | Samsung S95H OLED | TCL QM8L |
|---|---|---|
| Picture Quality | 9.8Editorial 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 | 9.4Editorial 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 | 10.0Editorial 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 | 8.7Editorial 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 | 6.4Editorial 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 | Samsung S95H OLED | TCL QM8L |
|---|---|---|
| Display Technology | OLED | Mini-LED LCD |
| Panel / Backlight Type | QD-OLED (65-inch) | SQD-Mini LED / WHVA 2.0 |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Available Screen Sizes | 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 | No | Yes |
| HDR10+ | Yes | Yes |
| Local Dimming | No | Yes |
| Screen Finish / Reflection Treatment | Glare Free | — |
| Smart Platform | Tizen | Google TV |
| ATSC 3.0 / NextGen TV | — | Yes |
Samsung S95H OLED
Pros
- Exceptional OLED contrast with glare-free screen
- 165Hz gaming and four HDMI 2.1 connections
- Strong HDR impact and color performance
Cons
- No Dolby Vision support
- Premium price reduces value compared with discounted rivals
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.