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85" TCL QM8 QLED Mini-LED 4K 120Hz HDR Smart TV with Google TV

$1700
$2,399.99
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Best Buy has 85" TCL QM8 Q-Class 4K 120Hz Mini-LED QLED HDR Smart TV w/ Google TV (85QM850G) on sale for $1699.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member Champagne13 for finding this deal..

Specs
  • Resolution: 4K Ultra HD (3840 x 2160)
  • Refresh Rate: 120Hz
  • Display Technology: QLED + Mini LED
  • Local dimming: 2300 zones
  • Wi-Fi 6
  • HDR ULTRA (Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10+, HDR10, & HLG)
  • Smart Platform: Google TV
  • Works with: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit
  • Ports:
    • 4x HDMI (1x eARC)
    • 1x USB 2.0
    • 1x Ethernet

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  • About this Offer:
    • This is $298 lower (15% savings) than the next lowest price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $1998.
  • About this Product:
    • RTINGS gives the TCL QM8 series a rating of 8.3 out of 10.
    • This is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on over 100 ratings at Best Buy.
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TCL 85" QM8 Series 4K QLED Mini-LED 120Hz Smart TV $1699.99 (Free S&H)
Model:85QM850G

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/tcl-...Id=6538135

Key Specs:
4K QLED UHD (3840 x 2160p) Display
Refresh rate: Native 120Hz (up to 144Hz gaming)
Mini-LED Backlighting w/ Local Dimming
HDR: HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Dolby Vision IQ, HLG
Google Smart Platform
4x HDMI (2x HDMI 2.1)

Rtings QM8 Series Review: 8.3/10
https://www.rtings.com/tv/reviews...m850g-qled
7.8 - TV Shows
7.8 - Sports
8.9 - Video Games
8.3 - HDR Movies
9.0 - HDR Gaming
8.7 - PC Monitor

From Consumer Reports TCL QM8 Series Review
5/5 - HD PQ
5/5 - UHD PQ
5/5 - HDR Performance
4/5 - Motion Blur
3/5 - Viewing Angle
4/5 - Sound
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Model: TCL 85-Inch QM8 QLED 4K Smart Mini LED TV with Google TV (85QM850G, 2023 Model) Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, HDR Ultra, Game Accelerator up to 240Hz, Voice Remote, Works with Alexa, Streaming Television

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I've also had issues with a sony tv and Samsung (currently) point is. Any tv could be problematic
You're correct, but 2 in a row.... I'm out.
Which series was that?

Having had numerous TCL TVs I would absolutely stay away from the 4 series, the 5 series would be the lowest model I'd ever consider.

Two different 4 series developed awful dead spots, all of the 6 series TVs I've ever had work just fine.

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03-17-2024 at 11:23 PM.
03-17-2024 at 11:23 PM.
gosh, I finally decided on the Sony X90L over the QM8, then this happens. QM8 pulls ahead at this price.
TCL 98" for $1999 with free mounting from Best Buy could be a surprise choice also.

Uses: bright room, AppleTV, xbox/ps5, netflix, 4k bluray, sports, youtubetv, disney, etc
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03-18-2024 at 04:59 AM.
03-18-2024 at 04:59 AM.
At this point I rather wait for the new QM8 or QM7.
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03-18-2024 at 05:12 AM.
03-18-2024 at 05:12 AM.
Quote from miadlor :
My opinion.... Stay away from TCL. My first developed multiple fine line cracks all over the screen and wifi issues.... Fluke? Purchased another model.... Dozens of failed pixels all over the screen after a short period. Not getting 3 strikes from me.

I've also had issues with a sony tv and Samsung (currently) point is. Any tv could be problematic
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03-18-2024 at 05:16 AM.
03-18-2024 at 05:16 AM.
Quote from Doctor_Drago :
I've also had issues with a sony tv and Samsung (currently) point is. Any tv could be problematic

You're correct, but 2 in a row.... I'm out.
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CleatusT
03-18-2024 at 05:17 AM.
03-18-2024 at 05:17 AM.
Quote from miadlor :
My opinion.... Stay away from TCL. My first developed multiple fine line cracks all over the screen and wifi issues.... Fluke? Purchased another model.... Dozens of failed pixels all over the screen after a short period. Not getting 3 strikes from me.
Which series was that?

Having had numerous TCL TVs I would absolutely stay away from the 4 series, the 5 series would be the lowest model I'd ever consider.

Two different 4 series developed awful dead spots, all of the 6 series TVs I've ever had work just fine.
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03-18-2024 at 05:24 AM.
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Quote from miadlor :
My opinion.... Stay away from TCL. My first developed multiple fine line cracks all over the screen and wifi issues.... Fluke? Purchased another model.... Dozens of failed pixels all over the screen after a short period. Not getting 3 strikes from me.
That Best Buy 5 year warranty on a product like this is your friend

These Chinese Tv's seem to have quality control that can vary widely

That being said, if you get a good one this is a heck of a performance value for the price.
Will it compete with the higher end Samsung's and Sony's for all the fine details..NO...but one should not be expecting that either at this price.
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03-18-2024 at 05:48 AM.
03-18-2024 at 05:48 AM.
65" launch price for the 75" now is also a great deal. Open box on the 85 and 75 are great if you can find one. Nice find OP
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03-18-2024 at 06:02 AM.
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Quote from CleatusT :
Which series was that?

Having had numerous TCL TVs I would absolutely stay away from the 4 series, the 5 series would be the lowest model I'd ever consider.

Two different 4 series developed awful dead spots, all of the 6 series TVs I've ever had work just fine.

my 4 series has been running fine for many years now. There's some QC issues in every make/model.
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03-18-2024 at 07:10 AM.
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My opinion.... Stay away from TCL. My first developed multiple fine line cracks all over the screen and wifi issues.... Fluke? Purchased another model.... Dozens of failed pixels all over the screen after a short period. Not getting 3 strikes from me.
FWIW my TCL 646 from ~2021 has been and continues to be great. That sucks though Frown
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03-18-2024 at 07:28 AM.
03-18-2024 at 07:28 AM.
For all of the experts here--how would this set compare to an OLED screen? I know QLED is supposed to be quite close quality wise but is this a fact?
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