LG OLED55C5PUA vs TCL 65QM8K
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Choosing between the LG OLED55C5PUA and TCL 65QM8K? 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 OLED55C5PUA scores higher in value, form factor, room fit, future-proofing. They score similarly in video quality, gaming performance, ease of use.
On the display side, the LG OLED55C5PUA uses a WOLED panel while the TCL 65QM8K uses VA, and screen sizes differ at 55" vs 65". Panel technology significantly impacts contrast, color accuracy, and viewing angles.
The LG OLED55C5PUA holds an advantage across more performance dimensions, but the TCL 65QM8K 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.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,099.99 | N/A |
| Screen Size | 55" | 65" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | WOLED | VA |
| Backlight Type | none | mini-LED |
| Native Contrast Ratio | Infinite | — |
| HDR Formats | HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG | HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 144Hz |
| VRR | Yes | Yes |
| VRR Type | FreeSync+G-Sync | — |
| 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 | 300x200 | 300x300 |
| Processor | α9 AI Processor 4K Gen8 | — |
| Model Year | — | — |
Key Differences
- Panel Type: LG OLED55C5PUA at WOLED vs TCL 65QM8K at VA
- Smart OS: LG OLED55C5PUA at webOS vs TCL 65QM8K at Google TV
- USB Type: LG OLED55C5PUA at 3ea (v 2.0) vs TCL 65QM8K at 1 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0
- Series Name: LG OLED55C5PUA at C5 vs TCL 65QM8K at QM8K
- Depth (w/ Stand): LG OLED55C5PUA at 9.1" vs TCL 65QM8K at 14.49"
Which Should You Choose?
Choose LG OLED55C5PUA if you want:
- + better hdmi 2.1 ports
- + better depth (w/ stand)
- + lighter weight
- + lighter weight
Choose TCL 65QM8K if you want:
- + larger screen
- + better refresh rate
- + better native refresh rate
See Where These Rank
Check our editorial rankings to see how LG OLED55C5PUA and TCL 65QM8K compare to the rest of the field.
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