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65" TCL QM8K Series QD-Mini LED 4K 144Hz Google Smart TV (2025 Model)

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Amazon has 65" TCL QM8K Series QD-Mini LED 4K 144Hz Google Smart TV (2025 Model) on sale for $997.99. Shipping is free.

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Specs:
  • Resolution: 3840x2160
  • Refresh Rate: 144Hz
  • Motion Rate: 480 with MEMC Frame Insertion
  • Panel Type: QD-Mini LED CrystGlow WHVA Panel
  • Smart Platform: Google TV
  • Ports:
    • 1x RF Input (NTSC, ATSC)
    • 1x Ethernet
    • 1x USB 3.0
    • 1x USB 2.0
    • 4x HDMI (1x eARC)
    • 1x SPDIF Digital Audio Optical

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Amazon has 65" TCL QM8K Series QD-Mini LED 4K 144Hz Google Smart TV (2025 Model) on sale for $997.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Hunter phoinix for finding this deal.

Specs:
  • Resolution: 3840x2160
  • Refresh Rate: 144Hz
  • Motion Rate: 480 with MEMC Frame Insertion
  • Panel Type: QD-Mini LED CrystGlow WHVA Panel
  • Smart Platform: Google TV
  • Ports:
    • 1x RF Input (NTSC, ATSC)
    • 1x Ethernet
    • 1x USB 3.0
    • 1x USB 2.0
    • 4x HDMI (1x eARC)
    • 1x SPDIF Digital Audio Optical

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rhymes116
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I saw this TCL QM8K in person at bestbuy a few days ago and was very impressed. It could be mistakened for an OLED. Have my eyes on a 85" QM8K..waiting for the right price..
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VX1980
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This is an absolutely fantastic television. I got an open box excellent 75" from BB for a little less than this a few weeks ago and I have been loving it. After having burn in issues with 2 high end LG OLED's I needed something where I wouldn't have to worry about that, and so far this panel is delivering in a big way.
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Community Reviews

The TCL QM8K comes across as a bright-room mini LED TV that gets impressively close to OLED on black levels while avoiding burn in worries. Picture quality is praised for strong HDR highlights, deep blacks, good blooming control, and a glossy panel that gives dark scenes a rich look. It also seems well suited to sunny rooms, with the 65 inch model handling direct light and the set looking excellent in person. The main drawbacks are TCL's ad heavy Google TV interface, which may need a launcher workaround, and some concern about warranty support. A strong fit if brightness and OLED like contrast matter more than a clean smart TV experience.

Common Questions (5)

  • Yes. It is repeatedly described as very bright and well-suited to bright rooms, including south-facing rooms with direct sunlight. The QM8K is also positioned as the top-tier model with higher brightness and stronger HDR than the QM6K/QM7K.

    feldman011teenfeldman011teenBizkit64MostBased

  • It can look very close to OLED in black level and overall image quality, with some viewing it as OLED-like in person. The glossy panel and strong local dimming help blacks look deep, though viewing angles are still not near OLED.

    rhymes116SonicTronRansuwellkevi01

  • Yes. The TV runs Android/Google TV, so an alternative launcher like Projectivy can be used, and app-only mode is another option. The stock launcher can return after OS updates or power failures, so it may need occasional resetting.

    Ganglorwellkevi01Soofdawgtheshmigga

  • It avoids OLED-style burn-in concerns because it is a mini-LED LCD, making it a better fit for heavy static-content use. That is the main reason some buyers chose it after dealing with burn-in on OLEDs.

    VX1980TheYozgoixiz

  • Yes, it does include an ATSC 3.0 tuner.

    GenerXman

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Dec 16, 2025 4:39 AM
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SoofdawgDec 16, 2025 4:39 AM
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Quote from Ganglor View quoted comment :
Picked up this TV for my father and it's the standard Google TV interface. Which is to say it throws a lot of info/ads in your face and the UI is kind of scattered. You can always switch it to app only mode or use an alternative launcher like Projectivy. Though the stock launcher will still pop up after TV OS updates or if there is a power failure if you go the alt launcher route.
Decline all optional agreements during initial setup. Key is to opt out of data sharing.
Dec 16, 2025 4:42 AM
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SoofdawgDec 16, 2025 4:42 AM
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It's only slick below $899. This $1k price has been normal sale price every few weeks for 3+ months since I've tracked it.
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Dec 16, 2025 5:59 AM
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JollyMeal6048Dec 16, 2025 5:59 AM
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really good price on a solid tv. was looking at qm7k for around similar price recently. this one does look great in person
Dec 16, 2025 11:47 AM
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GenerXmanDec 16, 2025 11:47 AM
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ATSC 3.0 tuner? Edit: It does.
Last edited by GenerXman December 16, 2025 at 03:57 AM.
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Dec 16, 2025 12:35 PM
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Dec 16, 2025 12:35 PM
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Quote from DonDuque View quoted comment :
I almost pulled the trigger, but some of the horror stories on warranty support are turning me off. I am tempted to hold off for now, but this looks like a decent deal (especially if it stacks with some other discounts).
Buy it from Best Buy and purchase the 5 year Geek Squad protection plan

In my opinion...about the best warranty coverage and customer service in the business
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Dec 16, 2025 12:59 PM
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TheYozDec 16, 2025 12:59 PM
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Quote from goixiz View quoted comment :
looking for a replacement for my outgoing 1080P LG Plasma (no laughing pls) Was considering the LG Oled 4k for $900 Is this a better deal and buy for a 65" - any recommendations greatly appreciated
I would love to see the burn in on that thing! My parents have a panny plasma and the thing is like 200 lbs and has crazy burn in.
Dec 16, 2025 1:47 PM
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goixizDec 16, 2025 1:47 PM
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Quote from TheYoz View quoted comment :
I would love to see the burn in on that thing! My parents have a panny plasma and the thing is like 200 lbs and has crazy burn in.
zero burn in
before the LG 1080 plasma i had a panasonic plasma 720 also no burn in and was used for my Zwift (indoor bike ride) and retired last year from a neighbor giving me a slightly damage 4k

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Dec 16, 2025 2:56 PM
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TheYozDec 16, 2025 2:56 PM
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Quote from goixiz View quoted comment :
zero burn in
before the LG 1080 plasma i had a panasonic plasma 720 also no burn in and was used for my Zwift (indoor bike ride) and retired last year from a neighbor giving me a slightly damage 4k
That's incredible. Bravo!
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Dec 17, 2025 1:26 PM
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goixizDec 17, 2025 1:26 PM
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Will be buying the 65" TCL QM8K today from BB,
Any recommendations ??
Should i get the extended warranty ? 2 or 5 yr
Should i get it delivered or pickup ? (time is not important)

Thanks in advance
Dec 17, 2025 6:13 PM
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theshmiggaDec 17, 2025 6:13 PM
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Quote from theGrumpInside View quoted comment :
How is the google interface on this tv?
It's the standard Google TV interface which is terrible at best. You're constantly being bombarded with Ads for Google services and products some of them are offensive! That being said, the good thing about it is that it runs Android so you can replace the launcher. It's a little tricky to get it to be the default after power failures but it can be done. Also, smarttube makes it worth it!
Dec 17, 2025 7:59 PM
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LuisjrmDec 17, 2025 7:59 PM
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When this drops to 900 I'll buy
Dec 17, 2025 9:53 PM
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oh_dannyboyDec 17, 2025 9:53 PM
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Quote from Soofdawg View quoted comment :
Decline all optional agreements during initial setup. Key is to opt out of data sharing.
Keep in mind that there's a bug that makes Apple TV+ fail when you decline this data sharing option (at least on my Sony OLED). You have to mess with the privacy setting that allows data sharing and then all of a sudden the Apple TV+ app works. You can find that this is a known problem when you Google and Reddit it.
Dec 17, 2025 10:45 PM
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ashishhnayakDec 17, 2025 10:45 PM
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I AM CONFUSED. Can someone please explain difference between QM6K or QM7K or QM8K ?
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Dec 17, 2025 11:17 PM
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Quote from ashishhnayak View quoted comment :
I AM CONFUSED. Can someone please explain difference between QM6K or QM7K or QM8K ?
Google:
The TCL QM6K, QM7K, and QM8K are Mini-LED TVs with increasing performance tiers: the QM8K is the top-tier, offering significantly higher brightness, more dimming zones for superior contrast (deep blacks with less blooming), and vibrant colors for impactful HDR; the QM7K is a strong mid-range, brighter and better than the QM6K, with good black levels and a high refresh rate; while the QM6K is the entry-level Mini-LED, offering decent picture for its price but less brightness and contrast than the others, with the QM8K providing the most premium experience for bright rooms and dark rooms alike.

More: enter in search bar "explain difference between QM6K or QM7K or QM8K", and you'll get more details.

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Quote from ashishhnayak View quoted comment :
I AM CONFUSED. Can someone please explain difference between QM6K or QM7K or QM8K ?
Those are steps in their product line

Think of it as good..better...best

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