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TCL QM8L vs Roku Pro Series OLED

Buy the TCL QM8L for a bright room, big-screen movies, or gaming: it is a 75-inch Mini-LED QLED with 144Hz, four HDMI ports and very high peak brightness. Buy the Roku Pro Series OLED for a darker room where deep blacks and wide viewing angles matter more than raw brightness. On November 4, 2026 the QM8L's best new price is $1,197.99 at Best Buy and the Roku Pro Series OLED's is $849.99 at Amazon, so the Roku costs about $348 less.

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TCL
TCL QM8L

TCL QM8L

4.7· 180 ratings
$1,197.99at Best BuyObserved at 7:35 PM
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Choose the TCL QM8L if you watch in a sunny room, want a 75-inch screen with 144Hz gaming and four HDMI inputs, and value brightness over perfect blacks.

Pros
  • Very high brightness suits bright, sunny rooms
  • Mini-LED local dimming gives strong contrast for an LED
  • 144Hz refresh rate and four HDMI ports suit consoles and PCs
  • Google TV with Gemini voice search
  • Wide viewing angles from the WHVA 2.0 panel
Cons
  • Costs about $348 more than the Roku at current best prices
  • Some blooming around bright objects against dark scenes
  • 89 lb and 56.5 in wide, so it needs a sturdy stand or wall mount
  • No per-pixel dimming like OLED
Roku
Roku Pro Series OLED

Roku Pro Series OLED

4.7· 609 ratings
$1,149.99at Best BuyObserved at 8:12 PM
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Choose the Roku Pro Series OLED if you watch mostly in a dark room, sit off-axis, and want OLED contrast plus the Roku interface for less money.

Pros
  • OLED blacks and contrast with no blooming
  • Lower price: $849.99 at Amazon on November 4, 2026
  • Roku OS is simple to learn and has a strong search across apps
  • Available in 55, 65 and 75 inches
  • Wide viewing angles for off-center seating
Cons
  • Lower peak brightness, weaker in bright rooms
  • Only 2 HDMI ports
  • 120Hz rather than 144Hz
  • OLED panels can dim over many years of static content

What separates them

TCL QM8LRoku Pro Series OLED
Panel technologyMini-LED QLED with full-array local dimmingOLED with per-pixel light control
Peak brightnessUp to 6,000 nits claimedTypical OLED level, well below Mini-LED
Black levels and contrastVery good for LED, but halos can appear around bright objectsTrue blacks, no blooming
Refresh rate144Hz120Hz
HDMI inputs42
Smart platform and voiceGoogle TV with Google Assistant and GeminiRoku OS with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa
Screen sizes listed75-inch (listing also shows a 65-inch class)55, 65 and 75 inches
Best new price, November 4, 2026$1,197.99 at Best Buy$849.99 at Amazon

Price history

$1,497.99$369.80
Oct 28Nov 5
  • TCL QM8L: lowest $999.99 on Oct 30 at Best Buy; $1,197.99 on Nov 5.
  • Roku Pro Series OLED: lowest $369.80 on Nov 3 at Electronic Express; $799.99 on Nov 5.

Prices at every store

TCL QM8L

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    $1,197.99Free shippingObserved at 7:35 PM
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    $1,198.00Free shippingObserved at 7:35 PM
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    $1,199.99Free shippingObserved at 7:35 PM
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    $1,197.99Free shippingObserved at 7:21 PM
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Roku Pro Series OLED

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    $1,149.99Observed at 8:12 PM
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Specs compared

SpecTCL QM8LRoku Pro Series OLED
Resolution3840 x 21603840 x 2160
High DefinitionYesYes
HDTV Format4K4K
ColorBlackBlack
Screen FormFlatFlat
Display TypeLEDQLED
Assistant SupportGoogle Assistant, SiriGoogle Assistant, Amazon Alexa
HDRYesYes
ConnectivityBluetooth, Wi-Fi, RF, USB, HDMI, Ethernet, Opti…Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, HDMI, Ethernet, Optical …
Supported Streaming ServicesHulu, Netflix, Spotify, HBO, Disney+Hulu, Netflix, Prime Video, YouTube, Disney+, R…
With V-ChipYesYes
Width56.5 in wide75 in wide
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SpecTCL QM8LRoku Pro Series OLED
Screen Size75 inches55 inches, 65 inches, 75 inches
Depth2 in deep2 in deep
HDMI Ports4 HDMI ports2 HDMI ports
Refresh Rate144Hz120 Hz
Anti-GlareYes—
Weight89 lb—
Screen Size Class65 inches—
High Dynamic Range (HDR)true—
High Dynamic Range FormatDolby Vision, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG), HDR 10+, …—
LED Panel Type

What reviewers say

TCL QM8L

Owners and reviewers consistently praise the QM8L for its excellent picture quality, impressive brightness, and deep black levels. The high refresh rate is a hit with gamers, and setup is described as quick and straightforward.

Pros
  • Excellent picture quality with vivid colors
  • Impressive brightness for HDR and bright rooms
  • Deep black levels and good contrast
  • High refresh rate enhances gaming
Cons
  • Some blooming around bright objects in dark scenes
  • Built-in speakers are decent but not as good as a dedicated soundbar
  • Price fluctuates significantly

Roku Pro Series OLED

The set holds a 4.7 out of 5 from 609 ratings, which points to broad satisfaction. Owners tend to like the built-in Roku experience and the smooth 120 Hz picture.

Pros
  • Easy Roku interface built in
  • Smooth motion at 120 Hz
  • Good value for the screen size
Cons
  • Limited HDMI inputs
  • Picture not matching true OLED sets
Reviews
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  • These Are the Best 65-Inch TVs I’ve Tested for 2026 - CNET - Skip to content
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  • The best 85-inch TVs in 2026: Expert recommended - ZDNET
  • TV Reviews From Our Experts - PCMag editors select and review products independently
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Questions and answers

Which is better for a bright living room?
The TCL QM8L. Its Mini-LED backlight reaches far higher peak brightness, so it holds up against window glare better than the Roku OLED.
Which has better picture quality in a dark room?
The Roku Pro Series OLED. Per-pixel dimming gives true blacks and no halo around bright objects, which the QM8L's local dimming cannot fully match.
Is the TCL QM8L worth the extra money?
At $1,197.99 versus $849.99 on November 4, 2026, yes if you want a 75-inch screen, 144Hz and four HDMI ports. If you watch in a dark room, the Roku saves about $348.
Which is better for gaming?
The TCL QM8L. It has a 144Hz panel and four HDMI inputs, against 120Hz and two HDMI inputs on the Roku.
Which lasts longer?
Both should run for many years. OLED pixels can lose brightness over time with heavy static content, while LED backlights age more slowly but can develop uneven dimming.
Do both support voice assistants?
Yes. The QM8L runs Google TV with Google Assistant and Gemini. The Roku supports Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa.

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Mini-LED QLED
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Backlight TypeFull Array Local Dimming—
Motion Enhancement TechnologyMotion Rate 480—
Smart PlatformGoogle TV—
Number of HDMI Inputs (Total)4—
TV Tuner TypeATSC, NTSC, Clear QAM—
Works WithGoogle Home, Apple Home—
Voice Assistant Built-inGoogle Assistant, Gemini—
BrandTCL—
Model Number65QM8L—
SeriesQM8L Series—
Model Year2026—
Product Height With Stand33.9 inches—
Product Width56.5 inches—
Product Depth With Stand14.5 inches—
Product Height Without Stand32.4 inches—
Product Depth Without Stand2 inches—
High Dynamic Range (HDR) TypeDolby Vision IQ, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG—
Smart TVtrue—