Ignacy Giżyński
A few years ago, TCL was a brand primarily associated with electronics enthusiasts and those following technological developments from China. For the average consumer, it was an exotic brand – a new player in a world dominated by LG, Samsung, or Sony. Today, the situation looks completely different. TCL has become one of the largest television manufacturers in the world, regularly appearing at the top of sales rankings and increasingly making its mark in the European market. And there’s nothing surprising about that – televisions from this brand often offer more than the competition at the same price.
In our roundup, we’ve excluded extremely expensive models like the TCL X11, which, despite their impressive specifications, are beyond the reach of most buyers. Instead, we focus on models that realistically offer the best quality in their price range – and are simply worth buying right now.
Best TCL TV
TCL C855
🏆 Top TV at a reasonable price
🏆 Best TCL TV
TCL C855 is the flagship model from the manufacturer for 2024 – and it has to be said, it makes a really great impression. Equipped with Mini-LED backlighting with a huge number of zones, it delivers very deep blacks, high contrast, and wonderfully rendered details even in the most challenging HDR scenes. With brightness levels of up to 1800 nits, you can enjoy the full HDR effect even in a bright lounge. This is a television that can easily stand next to much more expensive models from competitors without feeling inadequate.
The model is available in a wide range of sizes – from 65 up to an impressive 98 inches – which means the C855 will find its place both in the home lounge and in a spacious multimedia room. With Google TV, support for Dolby Vision, 120/144 Hz, and gaming features, it is one of the most complete TCL televisions. If you are looking for the best quality from this brand, C855 is definitely a model worth considering – of course, excluding the extremely expensive X11, which doesn’t make our rankings for price reasons.
Best TCL from the mid-range
TCL C765 / MQLED85
🏆 Best TCL in the mid-range.
🏆 Great quality/price ratio.
TCL C765 (also known as MQLED85) is a model that perfectly meets the needs of those who want quality but without having to spend an amount close to flagship prices. The television offers a refresh rate of 120 Hz (with an option for 144 Hz when connected to a PC or console), very good brightness, and contrast. The model supports all popular HDR formats, including Dolby Vision, and the Google TV system provides access to a wide range of applications. With its low input lag and support for VRR and ALLM, it’s also a great option for gamers. If you’re looking for something decent from the mid-range and don’t care about having the absolute maximum – C765 / MQLED85 is a model worth buying, especially now during the sale.
Best TV for everyday use.
TCL C655 / C69B
🏆 Best daily TCL television
🏆 Cheapest 98-inch television worth buying
TCL C655 and C69B are essentially the same TV model, available under different names depending on the sales channel. Regardless of the designation, we are dealing with a very solid QLED TV on a VA panel, offering good contrast, decent brightness, and a smoothly functioning Google TV system. This model performs excellently as an everyday TV for Netflix, television, and simple gaming.
One of the biggest advantages is the availability in almost every possible diagonal – from 43 up to an impressive 98 inches. However, it is worth remembering that different sizes may vary in parameters – such as brightness or refresh rate. Therefore, on our site, you will find three separate tests of this TV in various variants.
The 98-inch version is the cheapest 100-inch TV that is actually worth buying. Other models in this size and price range often disappoint – C655/C69B is quite the opposite. It is a very sensible choice for those looking to enter the world of large screens without draining their wallet.
*It's also worth mentioning the version with the "PRO" suffix of this model. This is a model that has been equipped with local dimming technology and is definitely a better TV than the C655/C69B model. So if you manage to catch it somewhere, we definitely recommend it!
Which TCL TV for sports and gaming?
TCL C75B
🏆 Cheapest TCL TV 144 Hz / 240Hz
🏆 Ideal for sports and dynamic games
TCL C75B is a real gem for those looking for a budget TV with a 144 Hz refresh rate – and it even comes with Google TV. This alone makes it stand out in this price segment. Moreover, in Full HD mode, this model can display images even at 240 Hz, which will surely be appreciated by PC gamers.
However, it must be said clearly: C75B is a TV for a specific group of users. It is primarily focused on smoothness and dynamics of the image, making it ideal for scenarios where speed is important – sports broadcasts, matches, or gaming. But if you value excellent picture quality in the evening during movie sessions in a dark room – this is not the direction to go. The model not equipped with local dimming, so blacks are shallower, and contrast is lower than in competing models. As a result, in movies and series during late hours, the picture may seem washed out. But if your priority is not Netflix, but rather sports and gameplay – the C75B will be a very sensible choice at a low price.
Which TCL TVs from the sale are really worth buying?
TCL is a brand that is increasingly making its mark in the market year after year. In 2025, many models from last year's line-up are going on sale – and it's a very good opportunity to purchase high-end equipment at a really reasonable price. As you can see, TCL is not trying to compete with LG or Sony flagship models in the "for the most demanding" category, but is consistently targeting the segment for regular people who want to make a good choice. And it's doing so very effectively.
Also check out our other rankings if you want to compare TCL with other brands!
