Hisense 75E7KQ 75" vs TCL 98QM851G 98"

Hisense E7K Review: A Budget QLED TV

Specs:

• Display: 4K UHD, 60Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision
• Gaming: ALLM, 60Hz VRR
• Connectivity: 3 HDMI, eARC, 2 USB 2.0, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2
• Sound: 24W Speakers, Dolby Atmos
• Sizes: 43", 50", 55", 65"
• OS: Vidaa with apps like Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar, Prime Video

Pros:

• Good viewing angles and color reproduction
• Thin bezels
• Clear, balanced audio
• Decent content upscaling
• Smooth, fast OS

Cons:

• 60Hz panel with poor motion blur reduction
• Reflective display, fogs up at higher brightness
• Lacks bass, Dolby Vision IQ, and USB 3.0 port
• No Google Assistant, far-field mic, or frequent updates

Verdict: Great for budget, especially 43" variant. Compare larger sizes with alternatives like E7K Pro or U7K.

TCL QM851G Review Summary

Specs & Features:

• Sizes: 65" to 98"
• Brightness: Up to 5,000 nits
• Local dimming zones: 5,000
• Processor: AiPQ Ultra
• Display: 120Hz, Ultra-Wide-Angle Lens
• Gaming: HDMI 2.1, 144Hz VRR, FreeSync Premium Pro, Game Accelerator 240
• Audio: Onkyo 2.1.2-channel, Dolby Atmos
• Smart TV: Google TV, Wi-Fi 6

Performance:

• Vivid mode: 4,793 nits peak, 705 nits full-screen
• Local dimming: Effective, minimal blooming
• HDR: Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10+, IMAX Enhanced
• Color: Excellent saturation, detail in Movie mode
• Motion: Custom settings needed for judder/blurriness

Pricing:

• 65": $1,999.99
• 75": $2,699.99
• 85": $3,999.99
• 98": $7,999.99

Sound:

• Solid audio, spacious with Dolby Atmos
• Compatible with TCL's new soundbars (Q75H, Q85H)

TCL 98QM851G Preview

• Size & Price: 98-inch, $7,999.99
• Design: Dark, subtle, minimal bezel, black metal finish
• Connections: 4 HDMI, 2 USB, composite video, headphone jack, optical audio, Ethernet, antenna/cable
• Remote: Sleek design, dedicated streaming service buttons
• Smart Platform: Google TV, supports major streaming services, Google Cast, Miracast/WiDi, no Apple AirPlay
• Performance: 4K QLED, mini-LED, 120Hz refresh rate, supports HDR formats (Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG)
• Brightness: Peak 3,836 nits (18% white field), 883 nits (full screen)
• Black Levels: Extremely low (0.0005cd/m²)
• Color Performance: Well-balanced, slight warm magenta, cooler grays
• Gaming: 144Hz VRR, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, gaming quick menu
• Current Status: Tested preproduction model, final verdict pending production model test

Bottom Line: Brightest TV tested, excellent performance, rivals Hisense 98UX.