Sony Bravia 8 65" vs TCL QM8 65"
The Verdict
The Sony Bravia 8 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 $1,700, a difference of about $701. The Sony Bravia 8 65" is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Sony Bravia 8 65" stands out for sony xr processor for cinematic picture quality, 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 Sony Bravia 8 65" if…
- →Sony XR Processor for cinematic picture quality
- →Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos
- →Google TV with Apple AirPlay 2
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
Sony Bravia 8 65"
Pros
- Sony XR Processor for cinematic picture quality
- Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos
- Google TV with Apple AirPlay 2
- Acoustic Surface Audio for immersive sound
- BRAVIA Theater compatibility
Cons
- $1700 for 65-inch OLED
- 120Hz vs 144Hz on LG/Samsung competitors
- Only Wi-Fi 6 (not 6E or 7)
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 | Sony Bravia 8 65" | TCL QM8 65" |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 300 x 300 | 400 x 300mm |
| Weight | 19.0 kg | 68.3 lbs |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | — | 56.7 x 36.6 x 12.8 inches |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 50 | 50 |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Speakers | — | 2.1ch |
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | — | 6 |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG |
| Size | 65 inches | 65" |
| Type | OLED | Mini-LED QLED |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | — | 5000 |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | Google TV | Google TV |
| Voice assistant | Google Assistant, Alexa, Apple AirPlay 2 | Google Assistant |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | XR Processor | AiPQ Pro Processor |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.0 |
| USB ports | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports | 4 | 4 |
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