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- Competing TVs |
- TV appearance |
- Where to buy |
- Contrast and black detail |
- HDR effect quality |
- Factory color reproduction |
- Color reproduction after calibration |
- Smoothness of tonal transitions |
- Image scaling and smoothness of tonal transitions |
- Blur and motion smoothness |
- Console compatibility and gaming features |
- Input lag |
- Compatibility with PC |
- Viewing angles |
- Daytime performance |
- TV features |
- Apps |
- Playing files from USB |
- Sound |
- Panel details
Dreame Q100 Review
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Panel type: LCD VA Refresh rate: 60Hz Brand: DREAME Resolution: 3840x2160 System: Google TV Model year: 2026
This review is an English translation of the Polish original. Read the original on Wybierz.tv.
Dreame is a brand we had until now mainly associated with vacuum cleaners, robot vacuum cleaners and other household appliances. All the more surprising was the manufacturer's entry into the television market, led by the Mini LED S100. Alongside it, the much simpler and cheaper Dreame Q100 appeared in the line-up, aimed at people who do not want to spend a fortune on a new screen. So we checked whether it is merely a budget curiosity from a well-known brand, or a television that genuinely has something to offer.
DREAME Q100 - Our verdict
5.6
Overall rating
The Dreame Q100 is the manufacturer's entry-level model, and its price alone hints at what to expect. This is not a TV that tries to win on picture quality. Its strengths lie elsewhere: it has Google TV, surprisingly many features for gamers and costs relatively little. In terms of image, the Q100 performs similarly to many other sets in this segment. The VA panel provides decent contrast, colours are quite acceptable thanks to the QLED (PFS) filter, but around 300 nits of brightness soon becomes a limitation. That is especially true in HDR, where it simply lacks the necessary punch. It is good that Dreame has not abandoned Dolby Vision, because with a TV like this that format really comes in handy. Films and series from streaming platforms are better matched to the screen's capabilities and can look quite good as a result. The Q100 therefore makes most sense when you are looking for an inexpensive TV for casual viewing, Netflix, YouTube or the occasional console connection. There are no major surprises in terms of picture quality, but it would be unreasonable to expect them from one of the cheapest models in the line-up. For Dreame's first foray into this part of the market, the Q100 is a rather interesting start, all the more so given that until recently the brand name was more often associated with a vacuum cleaner than a television.
Advantages
Google TV with a large selection of apps
Support for Dolby Vision
Wide colour gamut (QLED PFS filter)
Solid contrast from the VA panel
Smooth tonal transitions
Gaming features: VRR and ALLM
120 Hz in Full HD
Game Bar
Low input lag
Disadvantages
Low brightness, around 300 nits
Poor HDR performance
Average image processing
No AirPlay
Average audio
Movies and series in UHD quality5.8
Classic TV, YouTube5.4
Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)4.6
Gaming on console7.0
TV as a computer monitor4.0
Watching in bright light4.4
Utility functions5.2
Apps9.6
Sound quality5.0
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DREAME Q100 - Competing TVs in this price range
DREAME Q100 - TV appearance
HDMI inputs: 3 x HDMI 2.0, 0 x HDMI 2.1 Other inputs: RCA (Chinch) Outputs: SPDIF (Coaxial audio), eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI), Mini-Jack (Headphones) Network Interfaces: Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi 5GHz, Ethernet (LAN) 100Mbps
Build quality: Good
Stand type: Legs
Bezel color: Graphite
Stand: Fixed
Flat design: No
Accessories: Stand
For its price, the Dreame Q100 is really interestingly designed and, more importantly, feels well made. Of course you can't hide that it's a budget model, but the manufacturer at least tried to give it a bit of its own character. This is most visible from the front. The lower bezel has a distinctive, slightly gold-tinged finish, and the same accent appears on the tips of the feet. It's a small detail, but it means the Q100 doesn't look like another completely anonymous, cheap TV. The rear is much simpler. The back is made from a single stamped piece, and the lower part of the casing is noticeably thicker to house the electronics. This solution is well known from cheaper designs and also means that when wall-mounted the TV will sit a fair way off the wall. From the front, however, it looks far better than its price might suggest.
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DREAME Q100 - Contrast and black detail
5.3/10
Local dimming function: No
Result
4,350:1
Result
3,850:1
Result
4,100:1
Result
4,450:1
Result
3,400:1
The Dreame Q100 is a simple LCD TV, so its black level and contrast performance depend mainly on the panel itself. It uses a VA panel that achieves a native contrast of about 4500:1. For this class of device that's a fairly good result. In practice this mainly means noticeably deeper blacks than similarly priced TVs with IPS or ADS panels. The difference is especially obvious in the evening, when dark scenes have more depth and do not look quite so grey.
However, bear in mind that the Q100 has no local dimming. The entire backlight therefore operates continuously, with no ability to dim specific parts of the image. In a very dark room the black thus begins to take on a navy tint and is a long way from what better Mini LEDs, and even more so OLEDs, can achieve in this respect. That said, this is not surprising, as a similar limitation affects most simple LCD TVs in this price bracket.
Halo effect and black detail visibility:
DREAME Q100 - HDR effect quality
4.2/10
Supported formats: HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision
Luminance measurements in HDR:
Result
230 nit
Result
252 nit
Result
285 nit
Result
298 nit
Result
298 nit
Unfortunately the Dreame Q100 is too simple, and above all too dim, a television to talk about a true HDR effect. The peak brightness we measured reaches at most about 300 nits, which is clearly too little for bright elements of the image to actually 'pop' with light. In fact, this is a level we more often associate with SDR material than with HDR. It therefore lacks the brightness headroom offered by more expensive televisions that makes highlights, reflections and the sun look noticeably more striking.
HDR colours
Fortunately the Q100 makes up for this a little elsewhere. The manufacturer markets it as a QLED television, although in practice a PFS filter is responsible for widening the colour palette. The DCI-P3 colour space we measured is covered at roughly 92%, and BT.2020 at about 67%. These are not top-tier figures, but still clearly better than simple LCD televisions without an additional gamut-expanding layer. As a result, HDR material can at least offer more saturated and varied colours, even if the brightness itself does not yet allow us to speak of a fully fledged HDR effect.
BT.2020 color gamut coverage and primary color luminance
| Data set | BT.2020 | P3 | R | G | B |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synthetic patterns | 67.4% | 92.1% | 49% | 53% | 64% |
| Film measurements | 67.1% | 91.7% | 49% | 53% | 64% |
BT.2020
BT.2020 and P3 – average color gamut coverage (percent of the target gamut).
R, G, B – average primary color luminance relative to target (percent).
Scene from the movie “Pan” (about 2800 nits)
Scene from the movie “Billy Lynn” (about 1100 nits)
When we started our comparison tests it was immediately clear that the Dreame Q100 is starting from a rather difficult position. Low brightness severely limits its capabilities and means the picture lacks the punch and impact of pricier televisions. Even so, the Q100 handled detail reproduction quite well. In most scenes the tonal gradations looked correct and the image retained an appropriate amount of detail. It only became weaker in the brightest highlights, such as the explosions in Billy Lynn, the sun in the film Pan or other strong specular reflections. In those places the TV did not always adjust brightness appropriately and sometimes washed out some detail. Taking into account the class and capabilities of this model, however, it does not look bad. The limitations are noticeable, but outside the most demanding sequences the Q100 performs fairly well.
HDR luminance chart:
As we mentioned earlier, the Dreame Q100 does not always handle automatic tone mapping in static HDR10 well. With its low brightness it has limited headroom and in the brightest parts of the image it can lose some detail. That is why Dolby Vision support is a big plus. The dynamic metadata helps the TV better match the brightness of individual scenes to the panel's actual capabilities. In practice the difference can be noticeable. The same scene played back in Dolby Vision retains more detail in the highlights, and the picture simply looks more natural and clearer. For the Q100, Dolby Vision therefore does not suddenly turn it into a bright HDR TV. It is still limited to about 300 nits, but the format allows it to make much better use of what the screen actually has.
Static HDR10
Dynamic: Dolby Vision
Factory color reproduction
6.5/10
We chose the "Film" mode for testing and, in our opinion, it is by far the best of the available presets. There are none of the heavily boosted, unnatural colours you can see, for example, in the Vivid/Dynamic mode. The picture looks quite reasonable straight away, although it falls a little short of perfect. In SDR material the most noticeable issue was a slight warming of the image. The white balance had too much red, which made whites lean towards a warmer hue, and a similar tint was visible in shades of grey. In HDR the situation was a little different. Here blue had a slight advantage, making the picture a touch cooler. These are not major faults, though. For such an inexpensive TV, the factory settings on our unit were fairly decent, and the "Film" mode already delivers a relatively natural image without much fiddling with the settings.
Color reproduction after calibration
7/10
Contrary to appearances, the Dreame Q100 is quite well prepared for image calibration. The menu contains quite a few advanced picture settings that allow its characteristics to be adjusted fairly precisely. In our case the most work was required on the white balance, both in SDR and HDR. After correction SDR content looked very good. We managed to achieve a practically neutral white balance and natural colours, with the main remaining limitation being the black level itself, stemming from the panel construction and the lack of local dimming.
In HDR we also managed to improve white balance and colour reproduction, but here the limitations of the TV's electronics become apparent more quickly. Even after very precise adjustment of the EOTF curve, the Q100 does not always follow it correctly during actual scenes. In some content it can also brighten the image further, causing some parts to look brighter than they should, and in bright areas some details can be lost as a result.
DREAME Q100 - Smoothness of tonal transitions
9/10
Dreame Q100 handles the smoothness of tonal transitions very well. In most scenes the gradients are smooth, and the transitions between lighter and darker tones look natural, without noticeable banding or posterization. Minor imperfections may only appear in particularly demanding scenes, but these are situations that even much more expensive televisions can struggle with. Overall, in this respect the Q100 performs very well.
Image scaling and smoothness of tonal transitions
3/10
Smooth transition function
Image without overscan on the SD signal
The weakest point of the Dreame Q100 is its digital image processing capabilities. The processor used copes only moderately well with enhancing weaker sources, and the menu lacks any function that effectively smooths unsightly tonal transitions or reduces visible posterisation. Upscaling itself is also unimpressive. With low-resolution material the image is fairly soft and lacks faithful detail reproduction. Additionally, the Q100 tends to overscan, slightly cropping the edges of the image with very poor sources, such as 480p material. In everyday viewing of HD or 4K content this won't be a major problem, but with older recordings the processor's limitations become clearly visible.
DREAME Q100 - Blur and motion smoothness
4.6/10
Maximum refresh rate of the panel: 60Hz
Film motion smoothing option: Yes
Blur reduction option: No
BFI function 60Hz: No
BFI function 120Hz: No
The VA panel used in the Dreame Q100 has a native 60 Hz refresh rate, so from the outset this is not a TV designed for the most demanding sports fans or gamers. The manufacturer does mention the ability to run at 120 Hz, and that option is indeed available, but it mainly applies to a mode intended for gamers. In everyday use the Q100 should therefore be treated as a conventional 60 Hz TV. For fast-paced sports broadcasts or rapid gameplay this means less smooth motion than in models with 120 Hz panels or higher. On the plus side, the panel’s response time is worth noting. The VA panel does not exhibit excessive smearing, so motion remains quite clear and does not leave strong, blurred trails behind moving objects. For films you can also use a simple motion-smoothing system. The manufacturer has prepared several ready-made presets that help reduce the characteristic judder in material shot at 24 frames per second.
Blur (native resolution, maximum refresh rate):
Blur (1080p@120Hz):
DREAME Q100 - Console compatibility and gaming features
6.3/10
ALLM:
Yes - VRR:
Yes
- VRR range:
48 - 120Hz
- Dolby Vision Game Mode:
Yes
- Correct implementation of HGIG:
No
- 1080p@120Hz:
Yes
- 1440p@120Hz:
No
- 4K@120Hz:
No
- Game bar:
Yes
The Dreame Q100 is not a strictly gaming device, but for console use it offers a reasonable package. It provides VRR to eliminate screen tearing and ALLM, which automatically switches the TV to a low-latency mode when it detects a console signal. An interesting compromise is support for a 120 Hz mode. The panel won’t achieve that refresh rate in 4K, but dropping to 1080p lets you play at 120 frames per second. If a given title prioritises smoothness over high resolution (and the game offers such a mode), it’s worth using this option. There’s also a handy Game Bar on board, allowing you to quickly change display settings, switch the refresh mode or add a virtual crosshair. Admittedly the HGiG implementation is weak here, but it earns points for supporting Dolby Vision Gaming on Xbox Series X and S. This is not a panel for technological purists, but for casual console gaming it performs flawlessly, especially when you opt to trade 4K for a smoother Full HD.
DREAME Q100 - Input lag
10/10
The measured input lag is low enough that it should not be an issue when gaming. In 60 Hz mode the latency stays below 15 ms, while switching to 120 Hz reduces it to under 10 ms. These low values ensure highly responsive gameplay.
| SDR | HDR | Dolby Vision |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p60: 13 ms | 2160p60: 13 ms | 2160p60 DV: 13 ms |
| 1080p120: 9 ms | ||
| 2160p60: 13 ms |
DREAME Q100 - Compatibility with PC
4/10
Chroma 444 (max. resolution and refresh rate): No
Font clarity: Good
Readability of dark text and shapes: Poor
Input lag in PC mode (4K, max. refresh rate): 13ms
Matrix subpixel arrangement: BGR
Max refresh rate: 60Hz
G-Sync: Yes
The Dreame Q100 can occasionally serve as a large screen connected to a computer, but it fares much worse as a monitor. First of all, the TV does not display chroma 4:4:4 correctly, so coloured text and fine interface elements are not as sharp and legible as they should be. Black text on a light background looks much better, but during normal computer use this limitation quickly becomes apparent. There is also the matter of refresh rate. The Q100 can run at 120 Hz, but only after lowering the resolution to Full HD. At native 4K we remain at 60 Hz. It is fine for occasional connection of a laptop or PC, but we would not recommend it as a permanent monitor.
DREAME Q100 - Viewing angles
2.9/10
Brightness drop at an angle of 45 degrees: 70%
One of the typical limitations of VA panels is viewing angles, and the Dreame Q100 is no exception. Sit noticeably to one side and the image will start to lose saturation and the colours will become paler. In that respect IPS or ADS panels perform considerably better. However, it is a compromise, and in return the VA panel offers much better contrast and deeper blacks when watching the TV straight on.
DREAME Q100 - Daytime performance
4.4/10
Panel finish: Satin
Reflection suppression: Decent
Black levels during daytime: Good
The Dreame Q100 is not a TV designed for very bright rooms. About 300 nits of brightness is too little for the image to remain clearly visible in a strongly sunlit living room, especially during the day. The situation is not helped by the satin screen coating, which copes rather poorly with direct reflections. With a lamp or window opposite the TV, reflections can be clearly visible. In a typical, moderately lit room the Q100 will manage adequately, but for a really bright living room it's worth looking for something with higher brightness and a better anti-reflective coating.
Panel brightness
Dreame Q100: 282 cd/m2
DREAME Q100 - TV features
5.2/10
System: Google TV
System performance: Average
- HDMI inputs: 3 x HDMI 2.0, 0 x HDMI 2.1
- Other inputs: RCA (Chinch)
- Outputs: SPDIF (Coaxial audio), eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI), Mini-Jack (Headphones)
- Network Interfaces: Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi 5GHz, Ethernet (LAN) 100Mbps
- TV reception: DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-S, DVB-S2, DVB-C
Classic features:
- Recording to USB (terrestrial TV): No
- Recording programming: No
- Picture in Picture (PiP): No
- RF remote control (no need to aim): RF
- Backlit remote control: No
- Teletext: Yes
- Audio only mode: Yes
- Bluetooth headphones support: Yes
- Simultaneous Bluetooth headphones & TV audio: No
Smart features:
- AirPlay: No
- Screen mirroring (Windows Miracast): Yes
- Voice search: Yes
- Voice search in native language: Yes
- Ability to connect a keyboard and mouse: Yes
Google TV
The Dreame Q100 uses Google TV, so it is hard to fault when it comes to app access. You get all the most popular streaming services, the ability to install additional apps from the Google Play store and support for a Google account. The system therefore offers similar capabilities to many much more expensive televisions. During our tests we were unable to connect to the TV using an iPhone, so AirPlay is considered unavailable on this model.
Classic features
For regular TV viewing the Q100 performs without any major problems, but it is quite basic in terms of extra features. There is no option to record programmes to USB or to schedule such recordings. It also lacks more advanced functions found on pricier models, such as viewing from two tuners at once or PiP mode. Control is via a rather mediocre remote, but fortunately the manufacturer has kept a full numeric keypad on it, which is still very convenient for traditional television. On the plus side, the presence of analogue connectors is worth noting. The Q100 even has a classic mini-jack headphone socket, which we see less and less of in new TVs today.
Sound connection options
HDMI audio:
Other audio outputs:
- Coaxial: Yes
- Stereo (Mini-Jack): Yes
Wireless audio:
- Bluetooth: Yes
Supported audio formats (external HDMI eARC audio):
- Dolby Digital Plus 7.1: Yes
- Dolby True HD 7.1: No
- Dolby Atmos in Dolby Digital Plus (JOC): Yes
- Dolby Atmos in Dolby True HD: No
- DTS:X in DTS-HD MA: No
- DTS-HD Master Audio: No
Senior accessibility
- Numeric keyboard on TV: Yes
- Font size adjustment: Yes
- Audio description: Yes
DREAME Q100 - Apps
9.6/10
DREAME Q100 - Playing files from USB
8.9/10
| Maximum photo resolution: | Supported photo formats: |
|---|---|
| 4 Mpix | JPEG |
| 6 Mpix | HEIC |
| 8 Mpix | PNG |
| 10 Mpix | GIF |
| 12 Mpix | WebP |
| 16 Mpix | TIFF |
| 20 Mpix | BMP |
| 24 Mpix | SVG |
| 28 Mpix | |
| 32 Mpix |
The Dreame Q100 is very good at playing files from a USB drive. During testing it handled the majority of popular video and audio formats without major problems. The only limitations concerned subtitles. The TV would not play some formats, such as .SUB or .TXT.
DREAME Q100 - Sound
5/10
87dB
Maximum volume
Supported codecs (TV speakers)
Dolby Digital Plus 7.1
Dolby True HD 7.1
Dolby Atmos in Dolby Digital Plus (JOC)
Dolby Atmos in Dolby True HD
DTS:X in DTS-HD MA
DTS-HD Master Audio
The sound in the Dreame Q100 is simply average. It most noticeably lacks bass, which makes the overall sound fairly flat and gives little sense of space. Fortunately, even at higher volumes there are no unpleasant crackles, squeaks or resonances from the TV's plastic housing. One positive is Dolby Atmos support, although the TV's built-in speakers cannot demonstrate what the format is capable of. If you want better spatial sound, you're unlikely to manage without a soundbar or a home cinema system.
Sound Quality Test:
Acoustic Measurements
87dBC (Max)
75dBC
DREAME Q100 - Panel details
Software version during testing: UKN5.251016.064
Image processor: mt5896 2GB
Panel uniformity and thermal imaging:
Backlight Type: PFS LED
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