Sony X90L vs TCL QM7
Verdict: The TCL QM7 wins on brightness and local dimming; the Sony X90L wins on motion processing and Sony's XR processing quality.
How we scored it
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Our methodology
Winner: TCL QM7
Sony X90L: 6.8/10
TCL QM7: 8.1/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Sony X90L | TCL QM7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Panel Type | Full Array LED (FALD) | Quantum Mini LED (FALD) |
| Peak Brightness (10% window) | ~800 nits | ~1,100 nits |
| HDR Formats | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG |
| HDMI 2.1 Ports | 2× 4K/120Hz | 2× 4K/120Hz |
| VRR Range | 48-120Hz (FreeSync) | 48-120Hz (FreeSync) |
| Input Lag (4K/120Hz) | ~12ms | ~11ms |
Sony X90L
What works
- XR Cognitive processor — more refined motion and HDR tone mapping out of box
- XR Motion Clarity — preserves 24fps film cadence without interpolation artifacts
- Sony ecosystem support, firmware longevity, and customer support quality
What doesn't
- Standard FALD — lower brightness and coarser dimming than QM7's Mini-LED
- ~$100-150 more expensive for lower brightness hardware
TCL QM7
What works
- Quantum Mini LED — higher brightness and better local dimming than X90L's FALD
- ~1,100 nit peak vs X90L's ~800 nits
- $100-150 cheaper at 65"
What doesn't
- Motion interpolation defaults require adjustment for film content
- Less refined HDR tone mapping than Sony's XR pipeline
Bottom line
Our pick: TCL QM7.
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