Is the 85-inch Q5 good for gaming?

It accepts up to 120Hz variable refresh rate from a console or PC, but the panel itself is 60Hz. Only one HDMI port supports the advanced features, so plug your console there. Serious gamers should look at 120Hz native sets.

Does it run Google TV or Fire TV?

It runs Amazon's Fire TV system, not Google TV. That means the Fire TV home screen, Alexa voice control and Amazon's app store. If you prefer Google TV, TCL's QM or Q6 Google TV models are the alternative.

How does it compare with TCL's Q6 and QM models?

The Q5 sits below the Q6 and QM lines. Those step-ups add full-array local dimming and higher brightness, and the QM adds mini-LED. The Q5 keeps quantum-dot color but has an edge-lit backlight and a 60Hz panel.

The TV, a two-piece stand, a remote, batteries and a power cord. A wall mount is not included; the set uses a 300mm x 300mm VESA pattern.

Can I mount it on a wall?

Yes. It uses a 300mm x 300mm VESA pattern, and the stand is removable. At 85 inches the set is heavy, so use a mount rated for its weight and get help lifting it.

Does it support Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos?

It supports Dolby Vision HDR. Dolby Atmos passthrough works through the eARC HDMI port to a compatible soundbar or receiver, but the built-in speakers do not deliver real Atmos height effects.

TCL Class Q5-Series 4K UHD HDR PRO+ QLED Smart Fire TV 85-inch

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Our take on the TCL Class Q5-Series 4K UHD HDR PRO+ QLED Smart Fire TV 85-inch

The TCL Q5-Series is a budget QLED 4K TV that runs Amazon's Fire TV smart system instead of Google TV. The 85-inch version uses a 60Hz panel with quantum-dot color, Dolby Vision and HDR PRO+ support, and it accepts up to 120Hz variable refresh rate from a connected device. It suits big-room buyers who want a huge screen and Fire TV built in without paying for mini-LED or high-refresh gaming features. Against its main rivals, it gives more screen for the money but fewer HDMI 2.1 ports and a dimmer picture than step-up QLED and mini-LED models.

Best forLarge living rooms and media roomsFire TV and Alexa householdsMovie and streaming viewersBuyers who want the biggest screen for the least money

Pros

Quantum-dot QLED color at an entry-level tier
Dolby Vision and HDR PRO+ support
Fire TV built in with Alexa voice control
Three HDMI ports, one with eARC
Slim bezel-less metal design
85-inch size at a budget price

Cons

60Hz native panel limits fast gaming
Only one HDMI port handles advanced features
Peak brightness is modest for bright rooms
No CEC control listed
Upscaling of lower-resolution content is average

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What reviewers say

Owner feedback on TCL's budget QLED sets is generally positive on size and picture for the money, with complaints centered on brightness, motion and the Fire TV interface.

What people mention

BrightnessCriticisedOwners say the panel struggles in bright rooms and HDR highlights do not pop.
MotionCriticisedFast action and sports show blur because the panel is 60Hz.
Picture qualityPraisedViewers like the QLED color and contrast for the money.
Fire TVMixedThe interface is easy to use but the home screen is heavy with ads.
SoundCriticisedBuilt-in speakers are thin, so most owners add a soundbar.
SetupPraisedBuyers report quick assembly and an easy guided setup.

Specifications

Network Functionality: Smart TV
Display Type: QLED
Resolution: 4K UltraHD
HDTV Format: 4K UHD
Backlight Technology: QLED
Display Highlights: HDR PRO+, Dolby Vision
Refresh Rate: 60Hz

Questions and answers

Is the 85-inch Q5 good for gaming?: It accepts up to 120Hz variable refresh rate from a console or PC, but the panel itself is 60Hz. Only one HDMI port supports the advanced features, so plug your console there. Serious gamers should look at 120Hz native sets.
Does it run Google TV or Fire TV?: It runs Amazon's Fire TV system, not Google TV. That means the Fire TV home screen, Alexa voice control and Amazon's app store. If you prefer Google TV, TCL's QM or Q6 Google TV models are the alternative.
How does it compare with TCL's Q6 and QM models?: The Q5 sits below the Q6 and QM lines. Those step-ups add full-array local dimming and higher brightness, and the QM adds mini-LED. The Q5 keeps quantum-dot color but has an edge-lit backlight and a 60Hz panel.
What is in the box?: The TV, a two-piece stand, a remote, batteries and a power cord. A wall mount is not included; the set uses a 300mm x 300mm VESA pattern.
Can I mount it on a wall?: Yes. It uses a 300mm x 300mm VESA pattern, and the stand is removable. At 85 inches the set is heavy, so use a mount rated for its weight and get help lifting it.
Does it support Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos?: It supports Dolby Vision HDR. Dolby Atmos passthrough works through the eARC HDMI port to a compatible soundbar or receiver, but the built-in speakers do not deliver real Atmos height effects.
Where is the TCL Class Q5-Series 4K UHD HDR PRO+ QLED Smart Fire TV 85-inch cheapest?: At Best Buy, for $599.99, as of our latest check.