LG 100QNED85AU vs TCL 65QM6K
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Choosing between the LG 100QNED85AU and TCL 65QM6K? Both compete in the TV segment. Here’s how they compare across the specs that matter most for your home theater.
Looking at overall performance dimensions: The LG 100QNED85AU scores higher in future-proofing. The TCL 65QM6K leads in value, video quality, form factor, room fit. They score similarly in gaming performance, ease of use.
On the display side, screen sizes differ at 100" vs 55". OLED panels produce perfect blacks by turning pixels off entirely. QD-OLED adds a quantum dot layer for wider color. VA panels offer better contrast than IPS but narrower viewing angles. Mini-LED is a backlight technology applied to LCD panels, offering thousands of dimming zones for improved contrast. Bigger isn't always better — it depends on viewing distance. THX recommends a 36-degree viewing angle; SMPTE suggests 30 degrees minimum. Our viewing distance calculator helps find the sweet spot.
The TCL 65QM6K holds an advantage across more performance dimensions, but the LG 100QNED85AU may still be the better pick depending on which specs matter most to your setup. See the detailed comparison table below for the full breakdown.
For most home theaters, the TCL 65QM6K is the stronger choice — it leads in 4 of 7 scored dimensions. The LG 100QNED85AU makes more sense if you prioritize the 1 dimension where it leads.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
LG 100" Class QNED evo AI QNED85A Mini LED 4K Smart TV 2025
TCL 65" Class QM6K Series QD-Mini LED QLED 4K UHD Smart Google TV, 65 Inch TVs
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4,999.00 | N/A |
| Screen Size | 100" | 55" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | VA | VA |
| Backlight Type | mini-LED | mini-LED |
| Native Contrast Ratio | — | — |
| HDR Formats | HDR10, HLG | HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 144Hz |
| VRR | Yes | Yes |
| VRR Type | FreeSync | — |
| ALLM | Yes | No |
| Smart OS | webOS | Google TV |
| Speaker Config | 2.2 | — |
| Dolby Atmos (Speakers) | Yes | Yes |
| HDMI Total Ports | 4 | 4 |
| HDMI 2.1 Ports | 4 | 0 |
| eARC Port | Yes | Yes |
| VESA Pattern | 600x400 | 300x300 |
| Processor | α8 AI Processor 4K Gen2 | — |
| Model Year | — | — |
Key Differences
- Series Name: LG 100QNED85AU at QNED85 vs TCL 65QM6K at QM6K
- HDR Formats: LG 100QNED85AU at HDR10, HLG vs TCL 65QM6K at HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG. Dolby Vision adds dynamic metadata that adjusts brightness scene-by-scene. HDR10 is the baseline. HDR10+ is Samsung's alternative to Dolby Vision.
- Weight (w/ Stand): LG 100QNED85AU at 150.1lbs vs TCL 65QM6K at 37.8lbs
- Weight (w/o Stand): LG 100QNED85AU at 145.3lbs vs TCL 65QM6K at 37.4lbs
- Smart OS: LG 100QNED85AU at webOS vs TCL 65QM6K at Google TV
Which Should You Choose?
Choose LG 100QNED85AU if you want:
- + larger 100" screen for more immersive viewing
- + better hdmi 2.1 ports — hDMI 2
Choose TCL 65QM6K if you want:
- + better refresh rate — 120 Hz provides noticeably smoother motion for sports and gaming
- + better native refresh rate
- + better depth (w/ stand)
- + lighter weight for easier placement
See Where These Rank
Check our editorial rankings to see how LG 100QNED85AU and TCL 65QM6K compare to the rest of the field.
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