LG C5 OLED 65" vs TCL QM8 65"
The Verdict
The LG C5 OLED 65" and TCL QM8 65" sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The TCL QM8 65" is the cheaper of the two at $999 versus $1,400, a difference of about $401. The LG C5 OLED 65" is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. LG C5 OLED 65" stands out for 4k oled with perfect blacks, while TCL QM8 65" is praised for exceptional value — up to 5,000 nits peak brightness for under $1,000. Use the side-by-side spec table below to compare cameras, displays, battery life and connectivity in detail and decide which one fits your priorities.
Who Should Buy
Buy the LG C5 OLED 65" if…
- →4K OLED with perfect blacks
- →144Hz with NVIDIA G-Sync and AMD FreeSync Premium
- →0.1ms response time for gaming
Buy the TCL QM8 65" if…
- →Exceptional value — up to 5,000 nits peak brightness for under $1,000
- →One of the brightest consumer TVs available regardless of price bracket
- →All four HDMI 2.1 ports with VRR and ALLM for 4K@120Hz gaming
Pros & Cons
LG C5 OLED 65"
Pros
- 4K OLED with perfect blacks
- 144Hz with NVIDIA G-Sync and AMD FreeSync Premium
- 0.1ms response time for gaming
- Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos
- 4x HDMI 2.1 ports
Cons
- $1400 is still premium for 65 inches
- Risk of burn-in with static content
- 40W speakers may need a soundbar
TCL QM8 65"
Pros
- Exceptional value — up to 5,000 nits peak brightness for under $1,000
- One of the brightest consumer TVs available regardless of price bracket
- All four HDMI 2.1 ports with VRR and ALLM for 4K@120Hz gaming
- Google TV provides a smooth, well-supported smart TV experience
- Dolby Vision IQ and HDR10+ covered for the full HDR ecosystem
Cons
- Aggressive brightness can look oversaturated out of the box — calibration recommended
- Mini-LED blooming is more visible than on premium Samsung or Sony panels
- Build quality and remote feel cheaper than Samsung or Sony equivalents
- Fan noise under extreme brightness conditions reported by some users
Full Specifications
| Spec | LG C5 OLED 65" | TCL QM8 65" |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 300 x 300 | 400 x 300mm |
| Weight | 18.9 kg | 68.3 lbs |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | — | 56.7 x 36.6 x 12.8 inches |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 40 | 50 |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Speakers | — | 2.1ch |
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 9 | 6 |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG |
| Size | 65 inches | 65" |
| Type | OLED evo | Mini-LED QLED |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | — | 5000 |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | webOS 25 | Google TV |
| Voice assistant | ThinQ AI, Alexa, Google Assistant | Google Assistant |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | α9 AI Gen8 | AiPQ Pro Processor |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.0 |
| USB ports | 3 | 2 |
| HDMI ports | 4 | 4 |
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