LG OLED55C5PUA vs TCL 85QM9K
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Choosing between the LG OLED55C5PUA and TCL 85QM9K? 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, video quality, form factor, room fit, future-proofing. They score similarly in gaming performance, ease of use.
On the display side, the LG OLED55C5PUA uses a WOLED panel while the TCL 85QM9K uses VA, and screen sizes differ at 55" vs 85". Panel technology significantly impacts contrast, color accuracy, and viewing angles.
The LG OLED55C5PUA holds an advantage across more performance dimensions, but the TCL 85QM9K 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" | 85" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | WOLED | VA |
| Backlight Type | none | mini-LED |
| Native Contrast Ratio | Infinite | — |
| HDR Formats | HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG | HDR10, HLG |
| Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 144Hz |
| VRR | Yes | Yes |
| VRR Type | FreeSync+G-Sync | FreeSync |
| ALLM | Yes | Yes |
| 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 | — |
| Processor | α9 AI Processor 4K Gen8 | TCL AIPQ PRO Processor |
| Model Year | — | — |
Key Differences
- Panel Type: LG OLED55C5PUA at WOLED vs TCL 85QM9K at VA
- Power (Typical): LG OLED55C5PUA at 133.1W vs TCL 85QM9K at 562W
- HDR Formats: LG OLED55C5PUA at HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG vs TCL 85QM9K at HDR10, HLG
- Smart OS: LG OLED55C5PUA at webOS vs TCL 85QM9K at Google TV
- Weight (w/o Stand): LG OLED55C5PUA at 31.1lbs vs TCL 85QM9K at 85.8lbs
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 85QM9K 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 85QM9K compare to the rest of the field.
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