Katarzyna Petru
TCL is once again shaking up the mid-range TV segment – and in a way that competitors will certainly dislike. The new T7 QLED series features TVs with Google TV, a fast panel, and gaming functions that have previously been reserved for much more expensive models. And the prices? Surprisingly low. The largest 85-inch variant costs $1399, which is about £1060.
Sure – it's still over a thousand, but when looking at the specifications, it's hard not to consider this a great deal. QLED panels improve color reproduction, and most models offer 144 Hz with VRR and Auto Low Latency Mode. Only the smallest, 55-inch version is limited to 120 Hz, which is still fully sufficient for most gamers.
For Gamers – On Point
In practice, this means exactly what console gamers need:
– a fast panel,
– stable fluidity,
– less blurring and tearing,
– better HDR.
TCL also adds its AIPQ Pro processor, which enhances image quality in real-time – from scaling to contrast and detail sharpening. Plus Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Dolby Atmos, which is a complete package that was unimaginable at this price just recently.
Connectivity and system – a complete set of options
On board, we will find:
– 4× HDMI, including one with eARC support,
– Google TV with Chromecast,
– AirPlay 2,
– Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant (probably soon Gemini)
– and Apple HomeKit.
There is still a lack of complete data – TCL has not provided the brightness of the panels – but with QLEDs, one can safely assume that they will shine brightly enough for HDR in the living room.
Prices of individual models:
Size | USD | AUD | EUR | GBP | PLN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
55″ | 599 USD | ~ 917 AUD | ~ 515 EUR | ~ 455 GBP | ~ 2 181 PLN |
65″ | 699 USD | ~ 1 069 AUD | ~ 601 EUR | ~ 532 GBP | ~ 2 544 PLN |
75″ | 899 USD | ~ 1 376 AUD | ~ 773 EUR | ~ 683 GBP | ~ 3 274 PLN |
85″ | 1 399 USD | ~ 2 141 AUD | ~ 1 203 EUR | ~ 1 063 GBP | ~ 5 091 PLN |
This is a very good price range for those who do not want (or cannot) spend several thousand on an OLED from Samsung or LG. And when switching from an older 60 Hz LCD, the difference will be colossal: brighter HDR, more dynamic movies, and significantly smoother games.
The market is changing – and quickly
There's no denying it – today not everyone can afford high-end. That's why the mid-range segment is becoming increasingly packed, and premium features are flowing down faster than ever. Just a few years ago, a "gaming" TV cost several thousand. Now? TCL is producing models with 144 Hz, VRR, and Dolby Vision for under 600 dollars.
The T7 series is further proof that QLED can deliver features that just a short time ago were the domain of much more expensive Mini LED panels. For now, it is unclear when – and if – the T7 version will officially arrive in Europe. History shows, however, that TCL rarely gives up on the British and European markets, so we will likely see similar models here as well.
