RATED
Great
7.4/10
54.6″ TCL 55QM5K – Full Specifications
For a 55-inch class screen, the TCL 55QM5K offers Mini LED backlighting without moving into high-refresh gaming hardware.
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Display
54.6 in, HVA, Mini LED, 3840 x 2160 pixels
54.6
Refresh rate
48 Hz - 60 Hz
48 Hz
Dimensions
1229 x 714 x 56 mm
1229
Weight
12.16 kg
12.16 k
Processor
Overview
For a 55-inch class screen, the TCL 55QM5K offers Mini LED backlighting without moving into high-refresh gaming hardware. It is a 54.6-inch 4K HVA Google TV with 6000:1 listed contrast, 93% DCI-P3 coverage and support for Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and HLG. The AIPQ processor handles apps and picture processing, while HDMI, Ethernet and wireless networking cover a normal living-room setup. Refresh is limited to 48–60 Hz, with no published FreeSync specification, so consoles should be treated as 60 fps devices. Neither typical nor peak brightness is listed, leaving the actual HDR ceiling unclear despite the Mini LED system. The stand has no adjustment and the TV weighs 12.38 kg assembled. Buy it if you want a 55-inch Mini LED Google TV for films and streaming; skip it if high-refresh gaming or measurable HDR brightness is a priority.
BrandTCLPanel TypeHVAResolution3840 x 2160 (4K)Refresh Rate48 Hz - 60 Hz
Key Highlights
- Mini LED backlighting gives 55QM5K stronger dimming potential than a basic edge-lit or Direct LED TV
- 93 % (percent) DCI-P3 coverage supports wider colour for films, sport and games
- Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG support covers the important HDR formats listed for this model
- 48 Hz - 60 Hz keeps motion conventional; ALLM or FreeSync helps latency but does not create a 120 Hz panel
- Google TV with AIPQ provides streaming, casting and voice-assistant functions
Who Should Buy the tcl 55QM5K
+ Best For
Everyday viewers
54.6-inch screen and 3840 x 2160 (4K) suit films, television and streaming
Casual console players
48 Hz - 60 Hz and Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) match the panel’s gaming level
HDR format users
Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG offers broad source compatibility
Smart-TV households
Google TV handles apps, casting and connected-home features
× Not Ideal For
Brightness-focused HDR buyers
the sheet does not publish enough brightness data to judge highlight intensity
High-refresh gamers
the 50/60 Hz ceiling cannot show 120 fps or 144 fps input natively
Flexible furniture setups
the included stand has no height, swivel or tilt adjustment
Buyers expecting cinema-scale sound
the listed or unpublished speaker output favours adding a soundbar
Display Performance
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 60 Hz
Standard television refresh rather than premium 120 Hz motion
Response Time
Not published
No measured pixel-response claim should be assumed when the sheet omits it
Brightness
Not published
HDR intensity cannot be confirmed from the supplied specifications
Contrast
6000 : 1
The listed native contrast supports stronger dark-scene separation
Colour Gamut
93 % (percent)
Wide colour coverage is useful for HDR films and games
HDR
Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG
Format support is broad, but hardware brightness and dimming decide the real result
Gaming Performance
Refresh Rate48 Hz - 60 HzSuitable for 50/60 fps play, not 120 fps presentation
Response TimeNot publishedThe sheet does not provide a dependable motion-response figure
VRR / Adaptive SyncVariable Refresh Rate (VRR)Helps reduce tearing when frame rate changes
GPU Requirement4K up to 60 HzA current console or mid-range gaming PC is a sensible match for 4K at 60 Hz
HDR & Brightness Reality
55QM5K has Mini LED hardware and accepts Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG. Typical brightness is not published, but peak brightness is also missing. 6000 : 1 and 93 % (percent) complete the available picture data. Mini LED improves dimming potential, but the badge alone does not prove flagship HDR highlights or perfect blooming control. The format list confirms source compatibility, but it does not replace published brightness, contrast or dimming measurements for this exact television.
Connectivity & Ports
HDMI3 x HDMI 2.0Covers standard sources but not full HDMI 2.1 bandwidth
DisplayPortNone listedThis television relies on HDMI rather than a PC-style DisplayPort input
USB-CNone listedLaptop video and charging over USB-C are not supported
USB Hub1 x USB 3.0Intended for media and accessories rather than a desktop docking setup
Audio OutHDMI eARC, opticalProvides a route to a soundbar, AV receiver or headphones where listed
Real-World Use Cases
Google TV and AIPQ provide apps, casting and smart-TV control
Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG covers the major listed HDR formats for discs and services
48 Hz - 60 Hz with Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) suits casual console use
300 x 300 mm VESA support and 12.38 kg (kilograms) assembled weight determine the required bracket
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Mini LED backlighting gives better contrast-control potential than a basic LED system
- 93 % (percent) DCI-P3 coverage supports wider colour for HDR films and games
- Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG provides broad HDR source compatibility
- Google TV, Ethernet and wireless networking make it a complete streaming television
- 3 x HDMI 2.0 plus HDMI eARC, optical covers the main entertainment connections
Cons
- Incomplete brightness data makes real HDR intensity harder to judge from the specifications
- 48 Hz 60 Hz panel cannot present 120 Hz or 144 Hz gaming
- Fixed stand has no height, swivel, pivot or tilt adjustment
- Built-in or unpublished audio output is unlikely to match the screen scale for films
Score & Ratings
7.4/10
Great
Television Identity & Market
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | TCL |
| Series | QM5K |
| Model | 55QM5K |
| Model Year | 2025 |
| Available Colors | Black |
Screen Geometry & Format
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 54.6 in |
| Marketed Screen Size | 54.6 in |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | 93.79 % |
Panel Architecture & Light Control
3
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Panel Type | HVA | HVA favours stronger native contrast than typical IPS television panels, with some off-axis colour shift possible. |
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) | 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) allows smoother colour gradation than a basic 8-bit-only pipeline, though source quality still matters. |
| Display Colors | 1.07 billion colors / 30-bit |
Resolution, Scaling & Signal
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixelsUltra HD (UHD) / 4K / 2160p |
| Pixel Density | 80 ppi |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.315 mm |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
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Luminance, Blacks & Contrast
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Static Contrast | 6000 : 1 |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 6000 : 1 |
| Viewing Angles | 178 ° / 178 ° |
Color Reproduction & Calibration
1
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 93 % | 93 % (percent) gives wide colour coverage for HDR films and games. |
HDR Formats & Tone Mapping
2
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| HDR Support | Dolby VisionHDR10+HDR10HLG |
Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG means the TV can accept these formats, but brightness and dimming still determine visible HDR quality. |
| Filmmaker Mode | Yes |
Motion Processing & Response
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Refresh Rate | 48 Hz - 60 Hz |
| Motion Processing | AI MotionMEMC (Motion Estimation Motion Compensation) |
Console, VRR & Game Tools
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Variable Refresh Rate | Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) |
| Auto Low Latency Mode | Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) |
| Game Bar | Game Master 2.0 with Game Bar |
Picture Intelligence & AI
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Filmmaker Mode | Yes |
Broadcast Tuners & Reception
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In TV Tuner | Yes |
| Tuner Configuration | Analog (NTSC/PAL/SECAM)ATSCClear QAMFilm & TV Industrysmart TV |
| Analog Tuner | NTSC / PAL / SECAM |
| North American Digital Tuner | ATSC |
| Clear QAM | clear qam |
Compute, Memory & Storage
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Processor Brand Name | AIPQ |
Smart Platform & System
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Smart TV | Yes |
| Operating System | Google TV |
Streaming & Entertainment
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Netflix | Yes |
| Prime Video | Yes |
| Disney+ | Yes |
| Apple TV+ | Yes |
Voice Assistants & Search
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Google Assistant | Yes |
HDMI Signal Interface
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HDMI Ports | 3 |
| HDMI 2.0 Ports | 3× HDMI 2.0 |
| HDMI CEC | Yes |
| Audio Return Channel | Yes |
| Enhanced Audio Return Channel | Yes |
| Auto Low Latency Mode | Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) |
| Variable Refresh Rate | Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
USB, Audio & Legacy I/O
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Total USB Ports | 1 |
| USB-A 3.0 Ports | 1× USB 3.0 |
| Ethernet Port | 1× RJ45 |
| Optical Audio Output | 1× S/PDIF |
Wireless, LAN & Casting
9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| LAN | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 8 |
| Wi-Fi Standards | 802.11a |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes |
| DLNA | Yes |
| Apple AirPlay | Yes |
| Apple HomeKit | Yes |
| Chromecast | Yes |
Speaker Layout & Output
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Speakers | 2 x 10 W (watts) |
| Built-In Subwoofer | 1 x 20 W (watts) |
Camera & Video Calling
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Camera | No |
Connected Home & IoT
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Apple HomeKit | Yes |
Panel-Only Size & Mass
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Width Without Stand | 1229 mm |
| Height Without Stand | 714 mm |
| Depth Without Stand | 56 mm |
| Weight Without Stand | 12.16 kg |
Assembled TV Size & Mass
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Width With Stand | 1229 mm |
| Height With Stand | 765 mm |
| Depth With Stand | 279.4 mm |
| Weight With Stand | 12.38 kg |
Shipping Carton Measurements
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Box Dimensions | 1402 mm (millimeters) x 876.3 mm (millimeters) x 127 mm (millimeters) (W x H x D) |
| Box Width | 1402 mm (millimeters) |
| Box Height | 876.3 mm (millimeters) |
| Box Depth | 127 mm (millimeters) |
| Box Weight | 17.6 kg (kilograms) / 38.8 lbs (pounds) |
Exterior Styling & Stand Footprint
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Chassis Color | Black |
Wall Mounting & Installation
8
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 300 x 300 mm | 300 x 300 mm is the exact mounting pattern required; the bracket must also support the TV’s 12.38 kg (kilograms) assembled weight. |
| VESA Interface | 300 x 300 mm | |
| VESA Size | 300 x 300 mm | |
| Removable Stand | Yes | |
| Height Adjustment | NoLandscape/portrait pivot: NoLeft/right swivel: NoForward/backward tilt: No | |
| Swivel Adjustment | NoForward/backward tilt: No | |
| Tilt Adjustment | No | |
| Pivot Adjustment | NoLeft/right swivel: NoForward/backward tilt: No |
Electrical Load & Efficiency
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 100 V - 120 V / 220 V - 240 V |
| AC Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz |
| Standby Consumption | 0.5 W |
Environmental Operating Limits
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | 5 °C - 35 °C (degrees Celsius) / 41 °F - 95 °F (degrees Fahrenheit) |
| Operating Humidity | 20 % - 80 % (percent) |
| Storage Temperature | -15 °C - 45 °C (degrees Celsius) / 5 °F - 113 °F (degrees Fahrenheit) |
| Storage Humidity | 10 % - 90 % (percent) |
Picture Feature Inventory
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Filmmaker Mode | Yes |
Gaming Validation & Compatibility
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Game Bar | Game Master 2.0 with Game Bar |
| ALLM | Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) |
Regulatory & Industry Approvals
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| CE | Yes |
In-the-Box Components
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 54.6 in |
Frequently Asked Questions
01 What makes the TCL 55QM5K different from a basic LED television? +
It uses a Mini LED backlight with a HVA panel and 3840 x 2160 (4K) resolution. The practical gain depends on the published brightness and contrast data, not the backlight name alone.
02 Which HDR formats are listed for the TCL 55QM5K? +
The sheet includes Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG. Actual HDR impact still depends on brightness, contrast and local-dimming behaviour.
03 What gaming level suits the TCL 55QM5K? +
Its panel reaches 48 Hz - 60 Hz and lists Variable Refresh Rate (VRR). A current console or mid-range gaming PC is a sensible match for 4K at 60 Hz.
04 What is the main specification weakness of the TCL 55QM5K? +
Peak brightness is not published, so HDR highlight capability remains uncertain. The fixed stand also gives little placement flexibility.
05 What should be checked before installing the TCL 55QM5K? +
The TV weighs 12.38 kg (kilograms) with its stand and uses a 300 x 300 mm VESA pattern. Confirm cabinet width or wall-mount capacity before delivery.
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