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TCL QM7L 55" Mini LED 4K TV vs Samsung QN80H Neo QLED 4K TV (65")

The Samsung QN80H is the better pick for most people: it is a 65-inch set, a size class up from the TCL's 55 inches, and it carries a 4.9 rating from 352 owners. The TCL QM7L fights back on raw picture hardware, with up to 3,000 nits, 2,100+ dimming zones and 100% BT.2020 color, which is brighter and more color-saturated than the QN80H's Neo QLED panel. Build and software are close, both run 144Hz and both lean on AI processing; Samsung's Tizen platform and Vision AI are more polished, while TCL's Google TV with Gemini is more open. Buy the TCL for a bright room and the best HDR punch per inch; buy the Samsung for the bigger screen and the safer, better-reviewed package.

  • Choose the TCL QM7L if you sit close, watch a lot of HDR movies in a bright room, and want the brightest, most color-saturated Mini LED picture at 55 inches.
  • Choose the Samsung QN80H if you want a bigger 65-inch screen, a mature Tizen smart platform, and a set with a strong record of owner satisfaction.

Prices

  • TCL QM7L 55" Mini LED 4K TV: $699.99 at BrandsMart USA (last seen Nov 11)
  • Samsung QN80H Neo QLED 4K TV (65"): $997.99 at Walmart (last seen Nov 10)
  • Difference: the TCL QM7L 55" Mini LED 4K TV is $298.00 cheaper than the Samsung QN80H Neo QLED 4K TV (65") at the latest prices (Nov 10 and Nov 11)
TCL
55" QM7L Series SQD-Mini LED 4K UHD HDR Smart TV

TCL QM7L 55" Mini LED 4K TV

55" QM7L Series SQD-Mini LED 4K UHD HDR Smart TV

$699.99at BrandsMart USAChecked Nov 11
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Pros
  • Very high peak brightness for bright rooms
  • 2,100+ dimming zones give strong contrast
  • Full BT.2020 color coverage
  • 144Hz panel suits sports and gaming
  • Anti-glare coating handles reflections
Cons
  • Smaller 55-inch screen
  • Fewer published owner ratings
  • Google TV interface is busier than Tizen
Samsung
Samsung 65” Class QN80H Series Neo QLED Mini LED 4K UHD Samsung Vision AI Smart Tizen TV 2026

Samsung QN80H Neo QLED 4K TV (65")

Samsung 65” Class QN80H Series Neo QLED Mini LED 4K UHD Samsung Vision AI Smart Tizen TV 2026

4.9(352 ratings)
$997.99at WalmartChecked Nov 10
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Pros
  • Bigger 65-inch screen
  • 4.9 out of 5 from 352 ratings
  • Tizen with Vision AI is polished and fast
  • 144Hz refresh rate
  • Neo QLED Mini LED backlight with Quantum Dot color
Cons
  • Brightness and zone count not published
  • No stated anti-glare treatment
  • Fewer HDMI 2.1 details published

What separates them

TCL QM7L 55" Mini LED 4K TVSamsung QN80H Neo QLED 4K TV (65")
Screen size54.5 inches65 inches
Peak brightnessUp to 3,000 nitsNot specified; standard Neo QLED brightness
Local dimmingUp to 2,100+ discrete zonesFull array Mini LED, zone count not published
Color coverage100% of BT.2020Quantum Dot color, coverage not published
Refresh rate144Hz144Hz
Smart platformGoogle TV with Gemini, Google Assistant and SiriTizen with Samsung Vision AI
Anti-glareAnti-reflective HVA 2.0 Pro panelNot specified
Owner ratingsNot enough ratings to compare4.9 out of 5 from 352 ratings

Price history

$999.99$997.99
Nov 2Nov 10
  • TCL QM7L 55" Mini LED 4K TV: lowest $999.99 on Nov 2 at TCL US.
  • Samsung QN80H Neo QLED 4K TV (65"): lowest $997.99 on Nov 7 at Best Buy; $997.99 on Nov 10.

Prices at every store

TCL QM7L 55" Mini LED 4K TV

  • BrandsMart USANew

    In stockReturn policy

    $699.99Checked Nov 11
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  • TCL USNew

    Availability unknown

    $999.99Checked Nov 1
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Samsung QN80H Neo QLED 4K TV (65")

  • WalmartNew

    In stockSold by Walts TVReturns: Sold by a Walmart Marketplace seller; returns go to the seller under the seller's returns policy.

    $997.99Checked Nov 10
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  • Best BuyNew

    In stock

    $997.99Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • NeweggNew

    In stock

    $997.99Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • Abt ElectronicsNew

    In stock

    $997.99+ $249.00 shippingChecked Nov 9
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Specs compared

SpecTCL QM7L 55" Mini LED 4K TVSamsung QN80H Neo QLED 4K TV (65")
Screen size54.5 inches65 in
ColorBlackBlack
HDRYesYes
Display technology4K UHD, SQD-Mini LED—
Resolution4K—
Refresh rate144 hertz—
Peak brightnessup to 3,000 nits—
Dimming zonesup to 2,100+ Discrete Dimming Zones—
Color coverage100% of BT 2020 Color—
Aspect ratio16:9—
ConnectivityBluetooth, HDMI, USB, Wi-Fi—
HDMI 2.1 portstwo HDMI 2.1 ports—
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SpecTCL QM7L 55" Mini LED 4K TVSamsung QN80H Neo QLED 4K TV (65")
Product dimensions27D x 122.6W x 76H centimetres—
Weight19.96 kg—
High DefinitionYes—
HDTV Format4K—
Screen FormFlat—
Display TypeLED—
Assistant SupportGoogle Assistant, Siri—
Supported Streaming ServicesNetflix, HBO—
Anti-GlareYes—
Connections

What reviewers say

Samsung QN80H Neo QLED 4K TV (65")

  • 4.9 / 5352 ratings

Owners rate the QN80H very highly, at 4.9 out of 5 from 352 ratings. Praise centers on brightness, color and smooth motion for sports and games. Complaints are mostly about blooming in dark scenes and the sound.

What people mention
  • BrightnessPraisedOwners say the Mini LED backlight stays vivid even in bright rooms.
  • BloomingCriticisedReviewers notice halos around bright objects on dark scenes, typical of LCD backlights.
  • MotionPraisedThe 144Hz panel is called smooth for sports and fast games.
  • SoundCriticisedBuilt-in speakers are described as thin, with a soundbar recommended.

Questions and answers

Which is better for a bright living room?
The TCL QM7L. Its up to 3,000 nits and anti-reflective panel hold up better against window light. The Samsung is bright too, but Samsung does not publish a peak figure for this model.
Which has the better picture for movies?
The TCL has the edge on paper, with more dimming zones and full BT.2020 color for deeper blacks and richer highlights. The Samsung's Neo QLED is strong, but its zone count and color coverage are not published.
Which is better for gaming?
Both run 144Hz, so motion is smooth on either. The TCL lists two HDMI 2.1 ports, which matters for a console plus a PC; Samsung lists HDMI but not the 2.1 count.
Is the Samsung worth stepping up to over the TCL?
If screen size is your priority, yes: the QN80H is 65 inches versus 54.5. If you want the brightest HDR picture and sit close, the TCL's Mini LED hardware is the stronger spec.
Which smart TV system is easier to use?
Tizen on the Samsung is the more streamlined, mature platform. TCL's Google TV with Gemini is more open and integrates Google Assistant and Siri, but the interface is busier.
Which lasts longer?
Neither brand publishes a lifespan figure, so there is no clear winner. Samsung's higher owner rating is the only durability signal here, and it reflects satisfaction, not longevity.

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HDMI
Screen Resolution—3840x2160 (4K Ultra HD)
Refresh Rate (Hz)—144
Smart TV—Yes
Release Year—2026
Display—LED, Neo QLED