Is the TCL QM5K good for gaming?

It is a casual gaming set. The 60Hz native panel and three HDMI ports suit consoles at 60fps, but it lacks the 120Hz refresh and gaming features found on TCL's QM6K and QM7K.

How does the QM5K compare with the QM6K?

The QM6K steps up to a 120Hz panel and better gaming support. The QM5K keeps the QD-Mini LED backlight and Google TV but trades motion performance and ports for a simpler package.

Does the QM5K support HDR?

Yes. It supports HDR and uses a QD-Mini LED backlight, so HDR content gets brighter highlights and deeper blacks than on a standard LED TV.

The TV, two plastic feet, a remote and the standard power and documentation. A wall mount is not included, but the set uses a common VESA 300x300 pattern.

Can I mount the 85-inch QM5K on a wall?

Yes. It uses a VESA 300x300 mount, but the 85-inch panel is heavy, so use a mount rated well above the TV's weight and a stud-anchored install.

Does it have Bluetooth or AirPlay?

The listed connectivity is Wi-Fi 5, Ethernet and LAN, with Google TV streaming apps. Bluetooth and AirPlay are not specified, so check the port panel if you need them.

TCL QM5K Series QD-Mini LED 4K UHD HDR Smart Google TV 85-inch

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Our take on the TCL QM5K Series QD-Mini LED 4K UHD HDR Smart Google TV 85-inch

The TCL QM5K is a 2025 QD-Mini LED 4K Google TV sold in large sizes, including this 85-inch model. It combines quantum-dot color with a mini-LED backlight and full HDR support, runs Google TV with Google Assistant and Alexa, and carries three HDMI ports. Its 60Hz native panel is the key compromise: it is fine for movies, streaming and casual console play, but it lacks the 120Hz motion and gaming features of TCL's step-up QM6K and QM7K sets. Buyers who want a big, bright mini-LED screen for a living room at the lower end of TCL's mini-LED range are the target, and they should accept fewer HDMI inputs and simpler motion handling than pricier rivals.

Best forLarge living rooms and open-plan spacesMovie and streaming fans who want mini-LED brightnessBuyers stepping up from a basic LED TVCasual console gamers

Pros

QD-Mini LED backlight gives strong brightness and contrast for the class
Quantum-dot color covers a wide gamut
Google TV with Google Assistant and Alexa built in
Three HDMI ports, Wi-Fi 5 and Ethernet
Frameless design with integrated cable management
VESA 300x300 mount pattern is common and easy to find

Cons

60Hz native panel limits motion smoothness and gaming features
Only three HDMI ports for a set this size
Plastic body and feet feel basic
No 120Hz or VRR-class gaming support like step-up TCL models
Wide 85-inch footprint needs a large wall or stand

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Specifications

Network Functionality: Smart TV
Smart TV: Yes
HDMI Ports: 3
Internet Streaming Services: Netflix
Network Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Ethernet, LAN, Wi-Fi 5
Video Interface: HDMI
PC Interface: HDMI
Supported Resolutions: 4K
Display Type: LED
Resolution: 4K
HDTV Format: 4K UHD
Backlight Technology: QD-Mini LED
Display Highlights: HDR
Refresh Rate: 60Hz (native)
Display Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Viewing Angle: Approximately the same as QM6K
Menu Language: Spanish, English, French
Dimensions: 56'' x 13.4'' (75-inch stand, wider position)
Screen Form: Flat
Stand And Mount: Included (two plastic feet)
Design Highlights: Integrated cable management, Frameless design
Material: Plastic (feet), Plastic (body)
Mount Interface: VESA 300x300
Assistant Support: Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa

Questions and answers

Is the TCL QM5K good for gaming?: It is a casual gaming set. The 60Hz native panel and three HDMI ports suit consoles at 60fps, but it lacks the 120Hz refresh and gaming features found on TCL's QM6K and QM7K.
How does the QM5K compare with the QM6K?: The QM6K steps up to a 120Hz panel and better gaming support. The QM5K keeps the QD-Mini LED backlight and Google TV but trades motion performance and ports for a simpler package.
Does the QM5K support HDR?: Yes. It supports HDR and uses a QD-Mini LED backlight, so HDR content gets brighter highlights and deeper blacks than on a standard LED TV.
What is in the box?: The TV, two plastic feet, a remote and the standard power and documentation. A wall mount is not included, but the set uses a common VESA 300x300 pattern.
Can I mount the 85-inch QM5K on a wall?: Yes. It uses a VESA 300x300 mount, but the 85-inch panel is heavy, so use a mount rated well above the TV's weight and a stud-anchored install.
Does it have Bluetooth or AirPlay?: The listed connectivity is Wi-Fi 5, Ethernet and LAN, with Google TV streaming apps. Bluetooth and AirPlay are not specified, so check the port panel if you need them.
Where is the TCL QM5K Series QD-Mini LED 4K UHD HDR Smart Google TV 85-inch cheapest?: At Best Buy, for $849.99, as of our latest check.