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TCL QM8 (2023) 65" — Mini-LED · 65" · 2023
TCL

TCL QM8 (2023) 65"

Mini-LED · 65" · 2023

89
/ 100
From $2,124
VS
Samsung S95D 77" wins by 6
Samsung S95D 77" — QD-OLED · 77" · 2024
Samsung

Samsung S95D 77"

QD-OLED · 77" · 2024

95
/ 100
From $5,099
Specdex verdict

Samsung S95D 77" takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, TCL QM8 (2023) 65" lands at 89 and Samsung S95D 77" at 95. That puts Samsung S95D 77" ahead by 6 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick TCL QM8 (2023) 65" if…

  • ✓Strong HDR performance
  • ✓Current smart platform
  • ✓HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports

Pick Samsung S95D 77" if…

  • ✓Strong HDR performance
  • ✓Current smart platform
  • ✓HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Picture quality

Samsung S95D 77"

Panel, processing, and HDR performance

Samsung S95D 77" leads on picture (95 vs 89).

Gaming

Samsung S95D 77"

Input lag, VRR, 120 Hz support

Samsung S95D 77" leads on gaming (91 vs 85).

Smart platform

Tie

OS speed, app support, ecosystem

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

TCL QM8 (2023) 65"

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

TCL QM8 (2023) 65" more score per dollar ($2,124 vs $5,099).

TCL QM8 (2023) 65" 89
vs
95 Samsung S95D 77"

Score breakdown

TCL QM8 (2023) 65"
89
picture 89
motion 87
gaming 85
smart 82
sound 78
Samsung S95D 77"
95
picture 95
motion 93
gaming 91
smart 82
sound 78

Specs side-by-side

TCL QM8 (2023) 65" versus Samsung S95D 77" — full spec comparison
Spec TCL QM8 (2023) 65" Samsung S95D 77"
Panel
Mini-LED
QD-OLED
Size
65"
77"
Refresh
120Hz
120Hz
Release year
2023
2024

TCL QM8 (2023) 65"

Pros
  • +Strong HDR performance
  • +Current smart platform
  • +HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports
Cons
  • −Ads on smart platform
  • −Sound trails dedicated audio
  • −Large footprint

Samsung S95D 77"

Pros
  • +Strong HDR performance
  • +Current smart platform
  • +HDMI 2.1 on most HDMI ports
Cons
  • −Ads on smart platform
  • −Sound trails dedicated audio
  • −Large footprint

FAQ: TCL QM8 (2023) 65" vs Samsung S95D 77"

Which is better, TCL QM8 (2023) 65" or Samsung S95D 77"? +

Samsung S95D 77" scores 95 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 6. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is TCL QM8 (2023) 65" worth the price? +

At $2,124, TCL QM8 (2023) 65" delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in picture.

Is Samsung S95D 77" worth the price? +

At $5,099, Samsung S95D 77" delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in picture.

Does TCL QM8 (2023) 65" or Samsung S95D 77" last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for picture quality, TCL QM8 (2023) 65" or Samsung S95D 77"? +

Samsung S95D 77" — leads on picture (95 vs 89). Panel, processing, and HDR performance.

Which is better for gaming, TCL QM8 (2023) 65" or Samsung S95D 77"? +

Samsung S95D 77" — leads on gaming (91 vs 85). Input lag, VRR, 120 Hz support.