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TCL QM7K vs TCL QM6K

Get the TCL QM7K. Unless your budget is tight and you mostly game: the QM6K has the same 144Hz and low lag for about $200 less.

TCL QM7K
Our pick

TCL QM7K

A very bright Mini LED with very deep blacks and rich HDR colour. Last year's model, so cheaper than the QM7L.

TCL QM6K

TCL QM6K

A cheap Mini LED with deep blacks, accurate colour and 144Hz gaming. Not bright enough for punchy HDR.

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The short answer

The QM7K is much brighter, with deeper blacks and far richer HDR colour, so it looks better in both bright and dark rooms. The QM6K is accurate and very responsive for games, but its HDR is too dim to pop.

Get the TCL QM7K if
  • β€”Your room is bright.
  • β€”You watch HDR films and shows.
  • β€”You can stretch the budget.
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Get the TCL QM6K if
  • β€”You want the lowest price.
  • β€”You mostly play games.
  • β€”You like natural, accurate colour.
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Key differences

Brightness
Very bright
TCL QM7K
Bright in SDR, dim in HDR
TCL QM6K
HDR colour
Great
TCL QM7K
Alright
TCL QM6K
Gaming
4K 144Hz, very low lag
TCL QM7K
4K 144Hz, extremely low lag
TCL QM6K
Price (65-inch)
About $900
TCL QM7K
About $680
TCL QM6K

Pros and cons

TCL QM7K
  • +Very bright, great for daytime sport
  • +Very deep blacks for an LCD
  • +4K 144Hz gaming with very low lag
  • βˆ’Only two HDMI ports do 4K at 144Hz.
  • βˆ’Lamps or windows directly opposite still show as glare.
  • βˆ’Some blooming around bright highlights on dark backgrounds.
  • βˆ’Fast motion leaves faint colour trails.
TCL QM6K
  • +Deep blacks for a cheap TV
  • +Accurate colour out of the box
  • +4K 144Hz with extremely low lag
  • βˆ’HDR is too dim for real impact.
  • βˆ’Noticeable haloing around bright objects on dark backgrounds.
  • βˆ’Reflections from lamps and windows facing it show.
  • βˆ’Low-resolution video looks a little soft.

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How we reached this verdict

We compared independent expert reviews with the manufacturer's specifications, then checked it's sold at a major retailer where you live. We don't test products ourselves.

Sources: RTINGS, TechRadar, Tom's Guide, Expert Reviews, Trusted Reviews, manufacturer specifications.

Updated 26 Oct 2026How we decide