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Jan 19, 2026 7:15 AM

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

$1,000

$1,500

33% off

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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

Editor's Notes

Written by megakimcheelove | Staff

About this Deal:
- This offer matches the previous Frontpage Deal.
About this Store:
- Don't have Amazon Prime? Students can get a free 6-Month Amazon Prime trial with free 2-day shipping, unlimited video streaming & more.
- If you're not a student, there's also a free 1-Month Amazon Prime trial available.
- You can view Amazon's Return Policy here.
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

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:
- This offer matches the previous Frontpage Deal.
About this Store:
- Don't have Amazon Prime? Students can get a free 6-Month Amazon Prime trial with free 2-day shipping, unlimited video streaming & more.
- If you're not a student, there's also a free 1-Month Amazon Prime trial available.
- You can view Amazon's Return Policy here.
Additional Notes:
- Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

Original Post

Written by phoinix | Staff

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Post Date	Sold By	Sale Price	Activity
09/20/26	Best Buy	$900	2
09/11/26	Best Buy	$746	1
06/23/26	Amazon	$998	5
06/08/26	Best Buy	$649 Popular	24
03/21/26	Amazon	$978 Popular	4
03/16/26	Amazon	$998	3
01/21/26	Amazon	$998 Frontpage	20
12/14/25	Amazon	$998 Frontpage	48
11/20/25	Amazon	$898 Frontpage	48
10/07/25	Amazon	$948 Frontpage	19
10/06/25	Amazon	$1,000 Popular	15
09/28/25	Amazon	$1,000 Popular	6
07/09/25	Amazon	$1,000 Frontpage	17

Top Comments

blueapplepaste

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So I went through this exact situation. Also cross shopped Bravia 9, S95F, LG G5 and a few others I quickly eliminated off my list (Hisense, QN80F, etc).

Ultimately went with the QN90F after an excessive amount of research and viewing them at Best Buy. OLED burn-in still has me a bit irrational at this point, so I eliminated the S95F and G5. The TCL looked solid, but the matte screen sold me on the QN90F.

People who hate on the matte screen are just curmudgeons or obnoxious purists who have the luxury of a pitch black basement set up. Watching TV you don't even notice it at all. And watching during the day is awesome to not have to worry about reflections. Night time watching is also great.

Lack of Dolby Vision support is annoying, but HD10 is good enough for me. I will say I absolutely HATE with all my being the Samsung UI and how it constantly prompts you to make an account. You can't even us various streaming apps from it without first having a Samsung account. Maybe this is just the norm in 2026 for TVs, but coming from my 10yr old TV is annoying AF. Ultimately it's not a deal breaker b/c we use Apple TV, but it's the principle.

Only had it a month, but so far so good.

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Skewba

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This was $100 cheaper back in November, so it may go cheaper. Plus those Superbowl deals the week of are always pretty solid if not better than BF.

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michaeldn

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Great tv. Waiting for a deal on the 85"

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Community Reviews

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.
Bizkit64 StarfirePrime Gb1908
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.
morkman100 turnne
buyers who care about future-proofing over older tuners because commenters specifically point to the QM8K having an ATSC 3.0 tuner.
jnads
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.
jnads
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.
blueapplepaste
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.
RogueVariable

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.
blueapplepaste
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.
RogueVariable
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.
morkman100
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.
pauladams11

The QM8K can handle extremely bright living rooms using vivid mode brightness.
Bizkit64 Gb1908 Gb1908
The QM8K's Google TV platform can improve app compatibility for streaming and smart features.
jnads blueapplepaste
The QM8K can reduce reflection concerns in daylight viewing compared with expectations for glossy screens.
StarfirePrime StarfirePrime
The QM8K includes an ATSC 3.0 tuner that supports future-proofing for over-the-air viewing.
jnads

Dolby Vision support can be a deal-breaker for some shoppers when choosing between TCL and Samsung options.
RogueVariable RogueVariable
The QM8K's glossy screen can still show reflections, and tilting the TV may be needed to manage glare.
deee5
Samsung EPP ordering can create long delays and unhelpful support, which can complicate comparisons for buyers using that program.
NightKoder
The posted deal price can drop quickly, with the QM8K reported at $1299 at major retailers.
pauladams11

Common Questions (5)

The TCL QM8K relies on high brightness and a glossy panel, while the Samsung QN90F/QN90D uses a matte or anti-glare finish that reduces reflections more directly. In very bright rooms, the Samsung can make blacks look cleaner and reflections easier to manage, but the TCL is still favored by some for overall picture pop and brightness.
StarfirePrime StarfirePrime deee5 blueapplepaste
Yes. It is described as plenty bright for sunlit rooms, including one setup that replaced a Sony OLED in an extremely bright living room. One comment also cites about 3000 effective nits in vivid mode, which is the main reason it can overcome glare without a matte screen.
Bizkit64 Gb1908 turnne
Yes, and that matters if you watch a lot of Dolby Vision content. Samsung alternatives are repeatedly called out for lacking Dolby Vision, which is a deciding factor for shoppers who want that format.
RogueVariable RogueVariable tsa1
Best Buy is reported to match Amazon at the posted price, and Costco is mentioned as offering the 75-inch model for the same $1500 with an extended warranty. A later comment says the deal dropped to $1299 at Best Buy and Amazon.
turnne morkman100 pauladams11
At the prices discussed, the Bravia 7 is about $200 more, while the 75-inch QM8K is described as $300-400 less than the Samsung QN90F. The TCL is also favored for Google TV, ATSC 3.0, and broader app compatibility, while some shoppers still choose Sony for long-term reliability and warranty coverage.
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turnne

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Jan 22, 2026 8:55 PM

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Quote from Sullyman86

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

if you have a light controlled room /will be watching at night then the OLED is the way to...especially the B series as it does not get very bright

If you are in a room with lights/windows I think you will be happier with the TCL in this thread

harsha_vardhan

Jan 24, 2026 5:39 AM

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harsha_vardhanJan 24, 2026 5:39 AM

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Is this the best QM8K deal around? Disappointed with this year's Superbowl TV deals. Was hoping for a 85" QM8K under 1500 USD. None around.

megakimcheelove

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Jan 27, 2026 8:58 PM

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megakimcheelove

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Jan 27, 2026 8:58 PM

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This deal is still available

NightKoder

Jan 27, 2026 9:10 PM

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Quote from StarfirePrime

Probably been asked before, but I'm torn between the QM8K and the QN90F for a very bright room (sun streaks through transom windows everyday). I have an order with Samsung EPP for an 85" QN90F, but it won't be delivered until 2/21. So I get to second guess myself for a month.
It seems like the QM8K overcomes glare with shear brightness whereas the QN90F has a matte surface that eliminates glare at the expense some color and contrast. For those who may have a QM8K in a bright room, do you notice the glossy finish at all? Thanks!

I've tried to buy TV's from the Samsung EPP program before, it's always been a nightmare. Order would be "delayed" for months, and calls to their customer service were useless. They would swear that they would "escalate" the ticket to their supervisor, but the order delivery date would come and go with no action. The only way I was ever able to get a TV from them was to order it and pick it up from a local Best Buy. Horrible customer service.
Having said that, I was able to get their sound bar at a good price and have it delivered (part of a package deal with the TV). So this might be a one time thing where I got really lucky with the soundbar but incredibly unlucky with the TV.

MrAlterno

Jan 27, 2026 9:12 PM

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Quote from Bizkit64

Amazing TV. Replaced a Sony OLED in an extremely bright living room.

Any issues with reflection light from window?

happy2000hk

Jan 27, 2026 9:23 PM

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happy2000hkJan 27, 2026 9:23 PM

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how far are away are we from having a 85" tv of this caliber for $1500?

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koven

Jan 28, 2026 4:50 AM

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kovenJan 28, 2026 4:50 AM

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wheres the 85" sale though

tsx

Jan 28, 2026 2:21 PM

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tsxJan 28, 2026 2:21 PM

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how reliable is TCL? Thanks.

deee5

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Quote from StarfirePrime

Buy both and return the one you don't like. I did this for QN90D and QM8K, the QN90D does much better in a bright room for the content I watch. Very easy return process for Amazon/Costco/Bestbuy/Walmart. The QN90D has a glossy finish, so it doesn't soak up the light and make blacks look light. However, glossy doesn't handle reflections well, easy to overcome direct reflections by tilting the TV up slightly. To my eyes, it looked light the blacks on the QM8K were a brownish red when next to the QN90D in a bright room.

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pauladams11

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(Edit: accidental duplicate post)

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Deal is (mostly) dead. Price is at $1299 at BestBuy and Amazon this morning.

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Rating:	(4.4 out of 5 stars)
Reviews:	195 Best Buy Reviews
Manufacturer:	TCL
Model Number:	65QM8K
Product SKU:	B0F53CZ4WT
UPC:	846042043892
ASIN:	B0F53CZ4WT
Brand:	TCL
Item Dimensions LxWxH:	1.97 x 56.46 x 32.44 Inches
Item Weight:	50.93 Pounds
Item model number:	65QM8K
Manufacturer:	TCL

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

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How does the TCL QM8K compare with Samsung QN90F or QN90D for glare and reflections?

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