LG OLED A2 55" vs TCL Q7 55"
The Verdict
Both 55-inch TVs deliver strong value propositions at different price points. LG's OLED A2 excels with perfect blacks and superior contrast through self-emissive pixels, producing exceptional picture quality ideal for movies and dark room viewing. TCL's Q7 counters with 1000-nit brightness, 120Hz native refresh rate, and variable refresh rate support,features that clearly favor gaming and sports enthusiasts. Picture quality traditionally favors OLED's depth, though the TCL's brighter panel handles bright rooms better. Gaming performance heavily tilts toward TCL with VRR capability and 8ms input lag versus LG's 14ms. Smart features and audio are comparable, though TCL includes Wi-Fi 6 for future-proofing. At $899 versus $499, the LG demands a significant premium for OLED excellence. Choose LG for cinematic content in controlled lighting; choose TCL for gaming, sports, bright environments, and value-conscious buyers seeking modern features.
Who Should Buy
Buy the LG OLED A2 55" if…
- →Budget OLED — perfect blacks and infinite contrast at $899
- →Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos for immersive movie watching
- →Wide viewing angles inherent to OLED technology
Buy the TCL Q7 55" if…
- →Both Dolby Vision AND HDR10+ support — rare at any price
- →120Hz with VRR for smooth gaming on PS5 and Xbox Series X
- →1000-nit brightness delivers genuine HDR punch for under $500
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
LG OLED A2 55"
Pros
- Budget OLED — perfect blacks and infinite contrast at $899
- Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos for immersive movie watching
- Wide viewing angles inherent to OLED technology
- Thin and lightweight for easy wall mounting
- Self-lit pixels produce gorgeous picture quality for the price
Cons
- 60Hz panel — no 120Hz, VRR, or HDMI 2.1 for gaming
- Only 500 nits peak brightness — dim in well-lit rooms
- 20W speakers require a soundbar for decent audio
- Only 3 HDMI ports, all HDMI 2.0
- Older α7 Gen5 processor with basic upscaling
TCL Q7 55"
Pros
- Both Dolby Vision AND HDR10+ support — rare at any price
- 120Hz with VRR for smooth gaming on PS5 and Xbox Series X
- 1000-nit brightness delivers genuine HDR punch for under $500
- Wi-Fi 6 connectivity for faster streaming
- Google TV with built-in Chromecast and Dolby Atmos decoding
Cons
- Only three HDMI ports — one fewer than many competitors
- QLED — no local dimming means contrast trails Mini-LED options
- Build quality feels cheaper than Sony or Samsung at this price
- Google TV home screen can be cluttered with recommendations
Full Specifications
| Spec | LG OLED A2 55" | TCL Q7 55" |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 300 x 200mm | 200 x 200mm |
| Weight | 29.1 lbs | 29.5 lbs |
| Dimensions | 48.4 x 28.0 x 1.8 inches | — |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | 48.4 x 30.0 x 9.4 inches | 48.4 x 30.4 x 11.5 inches |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 20 | 20 |
| Speakers | 2.0ch | 2.0ch |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 14 | 8 |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG |
| Size | 55" | 55" |
| Type | OLED (WOLED) | QLED |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K) | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz (native) |
| Brightness (nits) | 500 | 1000 |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | webOS 22 | Google TV |
| Voice assistant | LG ThinQ AI, Alexa, Google Assistant | Google Assistant, Alexa |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| USB ports | 2 | 1 |
| HDMI ports | 3 | 3 |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | — | AiPQ Processor |
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