Sony X90L vs TCL QM8 65"

TCL QM8 65" wins — The TCL QM8 outperforms the Sony X90L in brightness (2000+ nits vs ~800 nits per RTINGS) and gaming features while costi…

Scores: Sony X90L 7.5/10 · TCL QM8 65" 8.2/10

The TCL QM8 outperforms the Sony X90L in brightness (2000+ nits vs ~800 nits per RTINGS) and gaming features while costing less, making it the stronger pick for most buyers. Sony X90L excels in motion clarity and color accuracy per CNET testing but trails in peak luminance. This is a close call only for users prioritizing film-like accuracy over raw brightness.

Spec-by-spec comparison

Sony X90LTCL QM8 65"
Screen Size65 inches65 inches
Panel TypeFull Array LEDMini-LED
Refresh Rate120Hz144Hz
HDR SupportDolby Vision, HDR10, HLGDolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG

Sony X90L

What works

  • Excellent motion handling with 120Hz panel and XR Motion Clarity
  • Accurate color reproduction and wide viewing angles
  • Strong upscaling for non-4K content via Cognitive Processor XR

What doesn't

  • Lower peak brightness than mini-LED competitors at around 800 nits
  • Limited local dimming zones compared to newer models

TCL QM8 65"

What works

  • High peak brightness exceeding 2000 nits for HDR highlights
  • 144Hz native refresh rate with VRR and ALLM for gaming
  • Strong value with extensive local dimming zones

What doesn't

  • Less refined motion processing than Sony models
  • Narrower viewing angles due to VA panel

Bottom line

Our pick: TCL QM8 65". It edges out the alternative on high peak brightness exceeding 2000 nits for hdr highlights. That said, Sony X90L still wins on excellent motion handling with 120hz panel and xr motion clarity — consider it if that single trade matters most for your use.

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