1Mini LED·2024
TCL QM8 Mini LED
Ultra bright
$1,299
75″
Ultra brightExcellent valueGreat for sports
TCL competes directly with Hisense at the value end and undercuts almost everyone at 85″ and 98″. Pick a QM-series model for the best local-dimming implementation.
Ultra bright
Budget friendly
| Model | Tech | Size | Peak nits | HDMI 2.1 | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TCL QM8 Mini LED | Mini LED | 75″ | 2400 | 2× | $1,299 |
| TCL S5 LED | LED LCD | 65″ | 350 | 0× | $449 |
TCL strengths: Great Mini LED value at large sizes; Google TV or Roku options; Strong 98″+ pricing.
TCL weaknesses to weigh: Local-dimming halos on lesser models; Build quality varies.
Where TCL shines is Mini LED — the panel technologies the brand invests most in. If your requirements land squarely in a different tech tier, another manufacturer may be a better fit; the brand comparison pages below spell out exactly where.
The QM8 Mini LED is the strongest all-round pick for most rooms — Ultra bright.
TCL's premium Mini LED sets support 4K/120 and VRR. Budget models drop back to 60 Hz, so check the spec sheet if gaming is a priority.
See the brand-vs-brand comparisons below for head-to-head picture, gaming and value analysis against every major rival.
Every recommendation combines your viewing distance, room lighting, primary use and budget. Sizes come from THX and SMPTE field-of-view standards; technology ranking uses documented panel behaviour in each lighting condition.
Availability and pricing vary by market. Use the market selector on the TV Decision Assistant to see the exact models sold locally and current retailer offers.
Run the TV Sizer calculator for a distance-based size recommendation, then use the assistant for a model shortlist tuned to your lighting, budget and use case.