LG OLED65C4PUA vs TCL 85QM9K
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Choosing between the LG OLED65C4PUA 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 OLED65C4PUA 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 OLED65C4PUA uses a WOLED panel while the TCL 85QM9K uses VA, and screen sizes differ at 65" vs 85". Panel technology significantly impacts contrast, color accuracy, and viewing angles.
The LG OLED65C4PUA 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 | $2,699.99 | N/A |
| Screen Size | 65" | 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 | — | — |
| Processor | α9 AI Processor 4K Gen7 | TCL AIPQ PRO Processor |
| Model Year | — | — |
Key Differences
- Panel Type: LG OLED65C4PUA at WOLED vs TCL 85QM9K at VA
- HDR Formats: LG OLED65C4PUA at HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG vs TCL 85QM9K at HDR10, HLG
- Power (Typical): LG OLED65C4PUA at 145.3W vs TCL 85QM9K at 562W
- Smart OS: LG OLED65C4PUA at webOS vs TCL 85QM9K at Google TV
- USB Type: LG OLED65C4PUA at 3ea (v 2.0) vs TCL 85QM9K at 1 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0
Which Should You Choose?
Choose LG OLED65C4PUA 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 OLED65C4PUA and TCL 85QM9K compare to the rest of the field.
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