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TCL QM8CG Series 55" 4K UHD HDR SQD-Mini LED Smart TV with Google TV

TCL QM8CG Series 55" 4K UHD HDR SQD-Mini LED Smart TV with Google TV

4.5(6 ratings)

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  • Lowest price today: $799.99 at Best Buy (checked Nov 10, 2026).
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Our take on the TCL QM8CG Series 55" 4K UHD HDR SQD-Mini LED Smart TV with Google TV

The QM8CG is TCL's step-up 4K Google TV, using a mini LED backlight with quantum dots for high brightness and wide color. Its main draw is peak brightness and local dimming well beyond what most 55-inch sets at its tier offer, which pays off in HDR movies and bright rooms. It runs Google TV with built-in Wi-Fi and HDMI, and the flat panel has an anti-glare coating. Against rivals it trades a little polish in motion handling and off-angle viewing for raw brightness and size-for-size value.

Best forBright living rooms with lots of daylightMovie and HDR fans who want punchy highlightsGoogle TV and Android householdsGamers who want a big, bright screen
Pros
  • Mini LED backlight with strong peak brightness for HDR
  • Quantum-dot color covers a wide gamut
  • Google TV with broad app support and voice search
  • Anti-glare screen handles window light
  • Four HDMI inputs, including gaming-friendly ones
Cons
  • Picture fades and shifts color at wide angles
  • Motion can show blur or judder on fast content
  • Upscaling of low-quality streams is only average
  • Menu and remote feel less refined than premium brands

TCL QM8CG Series 55" 4K UHD HDR SQD-Mini LED Smart TV with Google TV prices at every store

  • Best BuyNew

    In stock

    $799.99Checked 13 h ago
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  • DoorDashNew

    In stockSold by Best Buy US

    $799.99Checked 13 h ago
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TCL QM8CG Series 55" 4K UHD HDR SQD-Mini LED Smart TV with Google TV price history

Lowest price we've seen: $799.99 on Nov 10 at DoorDash. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 10.

What reviewers say

Owners and reviewers treat the QM8CG as a brightness-first value set: strong HDR impact and good color for the tier, with complaints centered on off-angle viewing and motion. Most say it suits a bright room and movie nights more than critical viewing.

What people mention
  • BrightnessPraisedOwners say HDR highlights and daytime viewing hold up well in bright rooms.
  • ColorPraisedReviewers note wide, saturated color from the quantum-dot layer.
  • Viewing anglesCriticisedPicture washes out and shifts when watched from the side.
  • MotionCriticisedFast action and sports can show blur or judder.
  • Google TVPraisedSetup and app navigation are described as straightforward.

Specifications

Resolution
3840 x 2160
High Definition
Yes
HDTV Format
4K
Color
Black
Screen Form
Flat
Display Type
LED
HDR
Yes
Connectivity

Questions and answers

Is the TCL QM8CG good for bright rooms?
Yes. Its mini LED backlight pushes high brightness, so it holds up against window light and daytime glare better than most sets in its class.
Does it support HDR formats?
Yes, it handles HDR content, and the high brightness lets HDR highlights stand out. Check the specific format list for your streaming service before buying.
How is it for gaming?
It has HDMI inputs suited to consoles and a bright, responsive panel. Serious gamers should confirm the refresh rate and variable refresh support for their console.
Is the viewing angle good?
No, that is its weak spot. Color and contrast drop when you sit well off-center, so it suits a sofa directly in front more than a wide seating layout.
What is in the box?
The TV, a stand, a remote and power cable. You supply the HDMI cables and any streaming accounts.
How does it compare with the step-down TCL models?
The QM8CG adds mini LED dimming and higher brightness over TCL's cheaper Q-series sets, which matters most for HDR and bright rooms.
Where is the TCL QM8CG Series 55" 4K UHD HDR SQD-Mini LED Smart TV with Google TV cheapest?
At Best Buy, for $799.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the TCL QM8CG Series 55" 4K UHD HDR SQD-Mini LED Smart TV with Google TV?
Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 6 ratings.
Where can I buy the TCL QM8CG Series 55" 4K UHD HDR SQD-Mini LED Smart TV with Google TV?
2 stores we checked sell it, including Best Buy, DoorDash.

Stores we've priced the TCL QM8CG Series 55" 4K UHD HDR SQD-Mini LED Smart TV with Google TV at

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Wi-Fi, HDMI
Anti-Glare
Yes
Width
55.2 in wide
Screen Size
55 inches