Samsung QN75QEF1AFXZA vs TCL 65QM8K
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Choosing between the Samsung QN75QEF1AFXZA and TCL 65QM8K? Both compete in the TV segment. Here’s how they compare across the specs that matter most for your home theater.
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Looking at overall performance dimensions: The TCL 65QM8K leads in video quality, gaming performance, form factor, room fit, future-proofing. They score similarly in value, ease of use.
On the display side, screen sizes differ at 75" vs 65". Panel technology significantly impacts contrast, color accuracy, and viewing angles.
The TCL 65QM8K holds an advantage across more performance dimensions, but the Samsung QN75QEF1AFXZA 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 | N/A | N/A |
| Screen Size | 75" | 65" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | VA | VA |
| Backlight Type | direct-lit | mini-LED |
| Native Contrast Ratio | Mega Contrast | — |
| HDR Formats | HDR10, HLG | HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz |
| VRR | No | Yes |
| VRR Type | — | — |
| ALLM | Yes | No |
| Smart OS | Tizen | Google TV |
| Speaker Config | — | — |
| Dolby Atmos (Speakers) | No | Yes |
| HDMI Total Ports | 3 | 4 |
| HDMI 2.1 Ports | 1 | 0 |
| eARC Port | No | Yes |
| VESA Pattern | 400x400 | 300x300 |
| Processor | Q4 AI Processor | — |
| Model Year | — | — |
Key Differences
- USB Type: Samsung QN75QEF1AFXZA at 1 x USB-A vs TCL 65QM8K at 1 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0
- Series Name: Samsung QN75QEF1AFXZA at QEF1 vs TCL 65QM8K at QM8K
- HDR Formats: Samsung QN75QEF1AFXZA at HDR10, HLG vs TCL 65QM8K at HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG
- Smart OS: Samsung QN75QEF1AFXZA at Tizen vs TCL 65QM8K at Google TV
- Refresh Rate: Samsung QN75QEF1AFXZA at 60Hz vs TCL 65QM8K at 144Hz
Which Should You Choose?
Choose Samsung QN75QEF1AFXZA if you want:
- + larger screen
- + better hdmi 2.1 ports
- + better depth (w/ stand)
Choose TCL 65QM8K if you want:
- + better refresh rate
- + better native refresh rate
- + better hdmi total ports
- + lighter weight
See Where These Rank
Check our editorial rankings to see how Samsung QN75QEF1AFXZA and TCL 65QM8K compare to the rest of the field.
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