By CE Critic - Buy Better Tech

Table of Contents:

• 2024 Smart TVs: More Sizes, Enhanced Backlighting
  • Entry-Level: S551 Series
  • Q651 and Q651 Pro: 120Hz Upgrade & FALD Improvements
  • Mini-LED Mania: QM751 and Beyond
  • High-Zone Mini-LED: Reaching for the Peak
  • Google TV Takes the Wheel
• New Processors and Processing Features
• 115 Inches of Mini-LED Majesty: The QM891
• Beyond the Big Screen: Other CES Unveils
  • Premium Q6-Pro: Local Dimming & Brightness Bump
  • QM7: Mini-LED Expands the Lineup
  • S5: Lower-End Brighter and More Colorful
  • S and Q Class Soundbars: Immersive Audio Options

2024 Smart TVs: More Sizes, Enhanced Backlighting

While TCL didn't unveil groundbreaking tech at CES 2024, they're hitting the market with an array of new sizes and backlighting upgrades. Here's a breakdown of their TV lineup:

Entry-Level: The S551 series joins the existing S250 and S350 in the budget tier, offering 4K UHD in 43- to 85-inch screen sizes.

Q651 and Q651 Pro: The Q650 gets a 120Hz refresh rate upgrade as the Q651, with the Q651 Pro adding brighter full-array local dimming (FALD).

Mini-LED Mania: The QM751 series introduces more granular mini-LED backlighting, further pushing the technology's potential.

High-Zone Mini-LED: This year's highlight lies in "high-zone" mini-LED, offering precise contrast control through an abundance of dimmable zones (up to 5,000 on QM851 and a staggering 20,000 on the QM891!).

Google TV Takes the Wheel: Most 2024 models sport a "G" suffix, signifying Google TV as the primary operating system. TCL still offers Roku and Fire TV models, but Google seems to be their future focus.

New Processors and Processing Features

TCL boasts new AIPQ processors across their lineup, with varying capabilities depending on the TV tier. Expect features like enhanced audio and support for the massive numbers of dimming zones.

115 Inches of Mini-LED Majesty: The QM891

TCL throws down the gauntlet with their giant 115-inch QM891, sporting 20,000 dimming zones, 5,000 nits peak brightness, and the AIPQ Ultra processor for top-notch image quality. This model could redefine the premium TV landscape.

Beyond the Big Screen: Other CES Unveils

• Premium Q6-Pro: Improved local dimming and 33% brighter display with up to 600 nits peak brightness.
• QM7: Another Mini LED addition offering better processing speeds, display brightness, and overall image quality.
• S5: Lower-end series gets a boost with 4K UHD in 43- to 85-inch sizes, 25% brighter displays, improved color, and HDR PRO+ alongside Dolby Vision.
• S and Q Class Soundbars: New options for immersive audio experiences, including the 2.1 channel S55H and the 7.1.4 channel Q85H with wireless rear speaker connectivity.

Final Thoughts:

TCL's 2024 lineup doesn't just focus on bigger screens; it's a clear push towards brighter, higher-fidelity displays, particularly with their impressive mini-LED advancements. Their focus on Google TV and competitive pricing further strengthens their position. While they may not immediately dethrone LG, Samsung, and Sony, TCL is certainly taking strides towards the premium market, offering compelling options for tech-savvy viewers on a budget.