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

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Best Buy has 65" TCL QM8K Series QD-Mini LED 4K 144Hz Google Smart TV (2025 Model) on sale for $999.99. Shipping is free.

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 Community Member turnne & 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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Update: This popular deal is still available

Best Buy has 65" TCL QM8K Series QD-Mini LED 4K 144Hz Google Smart TV (2025 Model) on sale for $999.99. Shipping is free.

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 Community Member turnne & 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

Editor's Notes

Written by megakimcheelove | Staff
  • About this Deal:
  • About this Store:
  • Additional Notes:
    • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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Written by phoinix | Staff

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The TCL QM8K is a bright, feature packed Mini LED TV that stands out in sunlit rooms and for Google TV flexibility. It is described as handling glare through sheer brightness, with vivid mode and roughly 3000 effective nits, and it adds an ATSC 3.0 tuner plus strong app compatibility. The glossy screen can still raise reflection concerns in very bright spaces, and some comparisons favor Samsung's matte finish or Sony's longer track record. Pricing also moved around, with reports of the 75 inch model at $1500, earlier lows near $1400, and a recent drop to $1299.

  • bright, window-heavy living rooms where you want to watch during the day because people say the QM8K's sheer brightness in vivid mode works well in extremely bright rooms and helps overcome glare/reflections.

  • people who are deciding between TCL and Sony Bravia 7 at similar prices and prefer to hedge with a longer warranty because one commenter chose Sony over a prior TCL failure after 3 years, and recommends the TCL with a 5-year warranty when considering the Sony alternative.

  • buyers who care about future-proofing over older tuners because commenters specifically point to the QM8K having an ATSC 3.0 tuner.

  • people who want Google TV app compatibility and stronger IPTV options because commenters say the QM8K's GoogleTV platform gives better app compatibility and better IPTV app support.

  • shoppers who are cross-shopping premium TVs and want a glossy screen that still performs in daylight because one commenter says they didn't notice reflections during the day and that day viewing was "awesome" for not having to worry about reflections.

  • buyers who are comparing against Samsung and want to avoid Samsung's Dolby Vision limitations because at least one commenter says Samsung is a "no-go" for them since it doesn't support Dolby Vision.

  • buyers who are very sensitive to screen reflections and want matte anti-glare specifically because at least one commenter says they ultimately chose the QN90F's matte screen for reflection handling in day/night viewing, implying the TCL's glossy approach may not be the deciding factor for them.

  • people who watch a lot of Dolby Vision content and don't want to verify compatibility requirements because one commenter says they watch a lot of DV and warns that you need to understand/meet the TV's requirements before choosing between options.

  • buyers who are mainly looking for a "safe" long-term track record based on past TCL reliability because one commenter reports a prior TCL failure (board after 3 years) and chose Sony as the safer choice despite similar pricing.

  • shoppers who are trying to time the deal price because the community reports the posted deal price dropped and that the price is higher (e.g., $1299) at BestBuy/Amazon, making the offer less compelling.

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Jan 19, 2026 9:44 PM
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Jan 19, 2026 9:44 PM
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Quote from motorxoom View quoted comment :
$1400 was the lowest for the 75" QM8K. I'd still get the TCL one the QN90F. Getting rid of my QN90D and gonna grab a 85 QM8K before the superbowl
So... the 75" QM8K was $300-400 less than the Samsung QN90F
Jan 19, 2026 10:01 PM
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RogueVariableJan 19, 2026 10:01 PM
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Quote from tsa1 View quoted comment :
I used to be like this, but I haven't needed Dolby vision on my S95B Oled. I would stay away from lowered end TV's without Dolby vision, though.
I respect that, but I watch a lot of stuff with DV.

One just needs to make sure they know what they require before pulling the other.
Jan 20, 2026 12:55 AM
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IvelweyzJan 20, 2026 12:55 AM
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Quote from brandoshido View quoted comment :
Is this with the price hump from a qm7k? Wanting to get a second TV but considering just grabbing the 7k again

This is my current dilemma as well. 2nd basement TV in 75" and wondering if the 50% price increase is worth it. My gut tells me no but I'm trying to convince myself "yes".
Jan 20, 2026 4:30 AM
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morkman100Jan 20, 2026 4:30 AM
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Quote from turnne View quoted comment :
I would go for the TCL and buy the 5 year warranty

if you were considering the Sony bravia 9 that would be another story
At the current prices, the TCL is basically 20% more expensive. Is the TCL 20% better?
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Jan 20, 2026 12:28 PM
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turnne
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Jan 20, 2026 12:28 PM
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Quote from morkman100 View quoted comment :
At the current prices, the TCL is basically 20% more expensive. Is the TCL 20% better?
Not sure I know what you mean

The Sony Bravia 7 is currently $200 more than the TCL QM8K

https://www.bestbuy.com/product/s...J7XSRH56J7
Jan 20, 2026 12:33 PM
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blueapplepasteJan 20, 2026 12:33 PM
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Quote from turnne View quoted comment :
did you buy in December?

I think the TCL 75" QM8K was $1299 then
I did, but it was after Christmas, before New Years. So all the good deals were gone by then. Couldn't wait until Super Bowl for additional deals b/c current TV was failing.

I don't know that there's a wrong decision here. But I do know that for my super bright room with lots of windows where this TV resides, the QN90F has been a game changer for reflections compared to the old one (Sony X930e). For that room I don't know I'll ever go back to not having a matte screen.
Jan 20, 2026 12:49 PM
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BlownCamaroJan 20, 2026 12:49 PM
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Quote from ShakariX View quoted comment :
Think it will go lower closer to the Superb Owl? Amazon doesn't credit if it goes lower even a day later.
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Jan 20, 2026 4:44 PM
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cinematic6436Jan 20, 2026 4:44 PM
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Wish there was a 55" version...
Jan 20, 2026 5:10 PM
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morkman100Jan 20, 2026 5:10 PM
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Quote from turnne View quoted comment :
Not sure I know what you mean

The Sony Bravia 7 is currently $200 more than the TCL QM8K

https://www.bestbuy.com/product/s...J7XSRH56J7
75". Both are $1500 from Best Buy. But from Costco, you can get the 75" for the same $1500 and it includes the extended warranty.
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Jan 20, 2026 5:13 PM
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turnne
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Jan 20, 2026 5:13 PM
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Quote from morkman100 View quoted comment :
75". Both are $1500 from Best Buy. But from Costco, you can get the 75" for the same $1500 and it includes the extended warranty.
My opinion is the TCL QM8 is a better Tv than the Sony Bravia 7

Now..if we were talking Bravia 9 I would have the opposite opinion
Jan 20, 2026 5:52 PM
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RansuJan 20, 2026 5:52 PM
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Quote from ShakariX View quoted comment :
Think it will go lower closer to the Superb Owl? Amazon doesn't credit if it goes lower even a day later.
Just buy it at Best Buy. Hassle free two week price match policy. If you're not a Plus member and the price drops within 60 days, if you ask them to make you a member from the approved price match, they will gladly do that if they're smart. Then just set a reminder to cancel the membership a few days before it auto renews.
Jan 20, 2026 6:55 PM
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sknickJan 20, 2026 6:55 PM
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Quote from motorxoom View quoted comment :
$1400 was the lowest for the 75" QM8K. I'd still get the TCL one the QN90F. Getting rid of my QN90D and gonna grab a 85 QM8K before the superbowl
Would be interested to know if you think if it's worth it after the fact. I have an 85" QN90B that I got for $1600...don't think I'll be looking to replace it until 3-5 years from now. Seems like major improvements take 3-5 years...yearly stuff is just incremental.
Jan 20, 2026 8:33 PM
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Splash15Jan 20, 2026 8:33 PM
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I was going to get the 75 qm8k but for a few hundred more I'm highly tempted for the 77 inch c5 OLED.
Jan 22, 2026 2:10 PM
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YomiSJan 22, 2026 2:10 PM
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This or an lg b5?

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Jan 22, 2026 2:16 PM
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Sullyman86Jan 22, 2026 2:16 PM
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I would like to update my 2016 hisense 65" to this TCL or the LG B series OLED. I worry about burn in on the OLED. They are both the same price so I am wondering if anyone can come the two. It would be mainly for sports and movies. A small amount of gaming

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