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Samsung The Frame 85" 4K QLED TV vs TCL QM6K QD-Mini LED 4K Smart TV

Buy The Frame if the TV has to look like art on the wall and you mostly watch in a bright room; its matte anti-glare panel, flush mount and Art Mode are things the TCL cannot match. Buy the TCL QM6K if picture quality for movies, sports and gaming matters more than decor; Mini LED local dimming gives it deeper blacks and stronger HDR highlights, and its 144Hz panel beats the Frame's 120Hz for gaming. Owners rate the Frame higher (4.5 vs 4.2), but the TCL costs less for its size and wins on raw performance.

  • Choose The Frame if you want a TV that disappears into the wall as art, with a matte screen that handles daylight and reflections.
  • Choose the TCL QM6K if you want the best contrast and HDR punch for movies and a fast panel for gaming.

Prices

  • Samsung The Frame 85" 4K QLED TV: $352.34 at Greentoe (checked today)
  • TCL QM6K QD-Mini LED 4K Smart TV: $697.99 at Abt Electronics & Appliances (last seen Nov 5)
  • Difference: the Samsung The Frame 85" 4K QLED TV is $345.65 cheaper than the TCL QM6K QD-Mini LED 4K Smart TV at the latest prices (Nov 5 and Nov 15)
Samsung
Samsung The Frame

Samsung The Frame 85" 4K QLED TV

Samsung The Frame

4.5(9,700 ratings)
$352.34at GreentoeChecked 37 min ago
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Pros
  • Flush wall mount and bezels make it look like framed art
  • Matte screen kills glare in bright rooms
  • Art Mode shows curated or personal artwork
  • SolarCell remote and full smart assistant support
Cons
  • No local dimming, so dark scenes look gray
  • 120Hz only, weaker for serious gaming
  • Built-in sound is thin without a soundbar
  • Heavy at 98 lb for an 85-inch set
TCL
TCL 75" Class QM6K QD-Mini LED 4K Smart TV (2025)

TCL QM6K QD-Mini LED 4K Smart TV

TCL 75" Class QM6K QD-Mini LED 4K Smart TV (2025)

4.2(1,243 ratings)
$697.99at Abt Electronics & AppliancesChecked Nov 5
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Pros
  • Mini LED dimming gives strong contrast and bright highlights
  • Dolby Vision IQ and Dolby Atmos support
  • 144Hz panel with VRR suits consoles and PC gaming
  • Onkyo 2.1 audio with subwoofer built in
Cons
  • Glossy screen reflects lamps and windows
  • Thicker, plainer design that does not blend in
  • Blooming still visible around bright objects on dark scenes
  • Lower owner rating than the Frame

What separates them

Samsung The Frame 85" 4K QLED TVTCL QM6K QD-Mini LED 4K Smart TV
Panel technologyQLED with edge-style backlight, no local dimmingQD-Mini LED with local dimming up to LD500
Contrast and black levelsGood, but blacks lift in dark scenesDeep blacks with halo control
Reflection handlingMatte, virtually glare-free coatingStandard glossy finish
Design and mounting1.1 in deep, mounts flush, swappable bezelsStandard set, 300 x 300 VESA, freestanding
Refresh rate120 Hz144 Hz native with Game Accelerator
HDR formatsQuantum HDR, HDR10+Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG, IMAX Enhanced
AudioBuilt-in speakers, no subwooferOnkyo 2.1 channel, 40W with subwoofer
Art and ambient modeArt Store plus your own photos in Art ModeBasic screensaver only

Price history

$1,099.99$30.99
Oct 30Nov 15
  • Samsung The Frame 85" 4K QLED TV: lowest $30.99 on Nov 2; $797.99 on Nov 15.
  • TCL QM6K QD-Mini LED 4K Smart TV: lowest $427.99 on Nov 6 at PC Richard & Son; $797.99 on Nov 15.

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Samsung The Frame 85" 4K QLED TV

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    $352.34Free shippingChecked 37 min ago
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TCL QM6K QD-Mini LED 4K Smart TV

  • ABC WarehouseNew

    In stock

    $797.99Checked Nov 9
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  • Abt Electronics & AppliancesNew

    In stock

    $797.99+ $250.00 shippingChecked Nov 11
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    Availability unknown

    $697.99Checked Nov 5
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    $797.99Free shippingChecked 38 min ago
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Specs compared

SpecSamsung The Frame 85" 4K QLED TVTCL QM6K QD-Mini LED 4K Smart TV
Resolution3840 x 21603840 x 2160
High DefinitionYesYes
HDTV Format4K4K
ColorBlackBlack
Screen FormFlatFlat
Display TypeQLEDLED
Assistant SupportGoogle Assistant, Amazon AlexaGoogle Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Siri
HDRYesYes
Refresh Rate120 Hz120 Hz
ConnectivityBluetooth, Wi-Fi, RF, USB, HDMI, Ethernet, Opti…Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, HDMI, Ethernet, Optical …
Supported Streaming ServicesNetflixNetflix
Width82.2 in wide65.8
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SpecSamsung The Frame 85" 4K QLED TVTCL QM6K QD-Mini LED 4K Smart TV
Screen Size85 inches55 inches, 75 inches, 85 inches
Depth1.1 in deep2.2 in deep
Weight98.1 lb71.9 lb
HDMI Ports4 HDMI ports4 HDMI ports
High Dynamic Range (HDR)truetrue
Outdoorfalsefalse
SeriesThe Frame Series 4KQM6K Series
Smart TVtruetrue
Remote Control TypeSolarCell Remote TM2561EBacklit Voice Remote
Picture Processor

What reviewers say

Samsung The Frame 85" 4K QLED TV

  • 4.5 / 59,700 ratings

Owners rate it highly for the design and Art Mode, which is why it averages 4.5 out of 5 across about 9,700 ratings. Complaints center on value: the art subscription, the price paid for the panel, and setup with the flush mount.

What people mention
  • DesignPraisedOwners say the flush wall mount and frame look make it pass as real art.
  • Art ModePraisedPeople like showing Art Store pieces and their own photos when the TV is off.
  • GlarePraisedThe matte finish is said to cut reflections in bright rooms.
  • ValueCriticisedReviewers question paying a premium for design over picture quality.

TCL QM6K QD-Mini LED 4K Smart TV

  • 4.2 / 51,243 ratings

Ratings average 4.2 out of 5 from 1,243 buyers, who mostly praise the bright, colorful picture and gaming features for the price. Complaints center on blooming in dark scenes and the panel's size and weight at setup.

What people mention
  • Picture brightnessPraisedOwners say highlights pop and the set holds up in bright rooms.
  • BloomingCriticisedDark scenes show halos around bright objects despite local dimming.
  • GamingPraisedHigh refresh rate and low lag are called out as strong for the price.
  • SoundMixed
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Questions and answers

Which is better for a bright living room?
The Frame. Its matte, anti-glare screen holds up in daylight and keeps art looking like a print. The TCL is brighter in highlights but its glossy finish shows reflections.
Which has the better picture for movies?
The TCL QM6K. Local dimming and Dolby Vision IQ give it deeper blacks and more HDR punch. The Frame looks flatter in dark scenes.
Which is better for gaming?
The TCL. It runs 144Hz native with VRR and a game accelerator, against 120Hz on the Frame. Both have four HDMI ports.
Is The Frame worth stepping up to over the TCL?
Only if the art look matters to you. You pay more for design, the matte panel and Art Mode, and give up contrast and gaming speed.
Which lasts longer?
Both are built to similar standards and neither has a clear edge in reported reliability. The Frame's one-connect style cabling and slim panel mean more care is needed at install.

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NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor
AiPQ Pro Processor
Curved Panelfalsefalse
Wireless Transmissionfalsetrue
Speaker Channels2.0.22.1
LEDtruetrue
Built-In WiFitruetrue
Bluetoothtruetrue
Number of HDMI Inputs44
Number of USB Ports32
Built-in-TunertrueNTSC, ATSC, Clear QAM
Output Connectors1 x Digital Audio Out (Optical)1 x Digital Audio Out (Optical)
Wall-Mountabletruetrue
Aspect Ratio16:916:9
Wi-FiWi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)Yes
CEC EnabledYes—
Anti-GlareYes—
With Energy Saving ModeYes—
With V-ChipYes—
Viewing Angle178° viewing angle—
The ONKYO 2.1 system beats most built-in TV audio but lacks bass depth.
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