TV COMPARISON · UPDATED OCTOBER 2026
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TCL 55Q7D Pro vs Samsung QE55QN70H Comparison
VA 144Hz
tcl
8.0
/10
48 Hz - 144 HzNative Refresh Rate
Auto Low Latency…ALLM
AMD FreeSync…AMD FreeSync
HVAPanel Type
VA 60Hz
samsung
7.6
/10
50 Hz / 60 HzNative Refresh Rate
ALLMALLM
VAPanel Type
Mini LEDBacklight Type
Overview
Gaming muscle against living-room breadth sums up the TCL 55Q7D Pro vs Samsung QE55QN70H. Both are 54.6-inch 4K Mini LED TVs at 80 ppi, but the TCL uses an SQD-Mini LED backlight on an HVA panel with a 48 to 144 Hz range, VRR, FreeSync Premium Pro, 2,000 cd/m² peak brightness and Dolby Atmos from 2 x 10 W speakers. The Samsung runs at 50/60 Hz with an NQ4 AI Processor, 2.0-channel audio and a long HDR list including HDR10+ Adaptive. The Samsung weighs about 14 kg, over a kilo more than the TCL.
Full Specification Comparison
| Specification | ||
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| TV Overview | ||
| Rating | 8.0 / 10 | 7.6 / 10 |
| Brand | tcl | samsung |
| Category | TV | TV |
| Television Identity & Market | ||
| Brand | TCL | Samsung |
| Series | Q7D Pro | QN70H |
| Model | 55Q7D Pro | QE55QN70H |
| Model Alias | 55 Q7D Pro | QE55QN70HAUXXN / QE55QN70HAUXXU / QE55QN70HAUXXH / QE55QN1EHAUXXN / QE55QN1EHAUXXU / QE55QN1EHAUXXH |
| Full Product Name | TCL 55Q7D Pro | Samsung QE55QN70H |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| TV Category | Accessible Mid-Tier Tier | Neo QLED TV |
| Market Position | Accessible Super-Quantum-Dot LCD | Entry Neo QLED |
| Primary Use | Everyday Entertainment with Enhanced Color | Everyday TV / casual gaming |
| Region / Variant | Not specified | -- |
| Launch Status | 2026 model year | 2026 model year |
| Available Colors | Black | Titan Gray (QN70H) / Black (QN1EH) |
| Warranty | 1 year limited warranty | -- |
| Screen Geometry & Format | ||
| Screen Size | 54.6 in | 54.6 in |
| Marketed Screen Size | 54.6 in | 54.6 in |
| Exact Diagonal | 1388 mm / 138.8 cm / 54.6457 in / 4.5538 ft | 1388 mm / 138.8 cm / 54.6457 in / 4.5538 ft |
| Aspect Ratio | 1.778:1 16:9 | 1.778:1 / 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 1209.6 mm / 120.96 cm / 47.622 in / 3.9685 ft | 1209.6 mm / 120.96 cm / 47.622 in / 3.9685 ft |
| Active Display Height | 680.4 mm / 68.04 cm / 26.7874 in / 2.2323 ft | 680.4 mm / 68.04 cm / 26.7874 in / 2.2323 ft |
| Display Area | -- | 94.24 % |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | 94 % | 94.24 % |
| Borderless Design | -- | Yes |
| 3D Support | No | No |
| Panel Architecture & Light Control | ||
| Panel Manufacturer | CSOT | Samsung Display |
| Panel Type? | HVA | VA |
| Panel Technology | VA | -- |
| Quantum Dot | Yes | Yes |
| Backlight Type? | SQD-Mini LED | Mini LED |
| Backlight Technology? | -- | Mini LED |
| Local Dimming | -- | Yes |
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits | 10 bits |
| Display Colors | 1073741824 colors30 bits | 1073741824 colors / 30 bits |
| Resolution, Scaling & Signal | ||
| Native Resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels Ultra HD (UHD) / 4K / 2160p | 3840 x 2160 pixels / Ultra HD (UHD) / 4K / 2160p |
| Pixel Density | 80 ppi | 80 ppi / 31 ppcm |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.315 mm | 0.315 mm / 0.0315 cm / 0.0124 in / 0.001 ft |
| HDCP Support | Yes | -- |
| Upscaling Resolution | -- | 4K |
| Native 4K Support | -- | Yes |
| Luminance, Blacks & Contrast | ||
| Peak Brightness | 2000 cd/m² | -- |
| Real Depth Enhancement | -- | Yes |
| Local Dimming | -- | Yes |
| Black Equalizer | -- | Yes |
| Viewing Angles | 178 ° / 178 ° | 178 ° / 178 ° |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° | 178 ° |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° | 178 ° |
| Color Reproduction & Calibration | ||
| Rec. 2020 Coverage | 100 % | -- |
| Quantum Dot Color | -- | Yes |
| Color Booster | -- | Yes |
| Smart Calibration | -- | Yes |
| HDR Formats & Tone Mapping | ||
| HDR Support? |
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| HDR10? | -- | Yes |
| HDR10+? | -- | Yes |
| HDR10+ Adaptive? | -- | Yes |
| HDR10+ Gaming? | -- | Yes |
| Dolby Vision | -- | No |
| HLG | -- | Yes |
| IMAX Enhanced | Yes | -- |
| HDR Brightness Optimization | -- | Yes |
| HDR Remastering? | -- | Yes |
| HDR Gaming Interest Group? | -- | Yes |
| Filmmaker Mode | Yes | Yes |
| Motion Processing & Response | ||
| Native Refresh Rate | 48 Hz - 144 Hz | 50 Hz / 60 Hz |
| Maximum Refresh Rate | 48 Hz - 144 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | -- | 50 Hz / 60 Hz |
| Vertical Frequency | -- | 50 Hz / 60 Hz |
| Motion Processing | AI Motion Master Motion Estimation Motion Compensation (MEMC) | Motion Xcelerator + DLG 120 Hz / Motion Blur Reduction |
| Motion Xcelerator | -- | Motion Xcelerator + DLG 120 Hz |
| Motion Estimation | Yes | -- |
| Console, VRR & Game Tools | ||
| Variable Refresh Rate | Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | -- |
| Auto Low Latency Mode | Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) | Yes |
| High Frame Rate | Yes | -- |
| AMD FreeSync? | AMD FreeSync Premium Pro | -- |
| AI Auto Game Mode | -- | Yes |
| Game Bar | AI Gaming with Game Bar | Yes |
| Mini Map Zoom | -- | Yes |
| Gaming Hub | -- | Yes |
| HDR10+ Gaming? | -- | Yes |
| Picture Intelligence & AI | ||
| Picture Processor | -- | NQ4 AI Processor |
| AI Processor | -- | NQ4 AI Processor |
| AI Upscaling | Yes | Yes |
| AI Energy Mode | -- | Yes |
| Eco Sensor | -- | Yes |
| Auto HDR Remastering? | -- | Yes |
| Real Depth Enhancement | -- | Yes |
| Filmmaker Mode | Yes | Yes |
| Ambient Mode | Yes | -- |
| Art Mode | -- | Yes |
| Broadcast Tuners & Reception | ||
| Built-In TV Tuner | Yes | Yes |
| Tuner Configuration | Analog (NTSC / PAL / SECAM) DVB-T DVB-T2 DVB-C DVB-S DVB-S2 | Analog (NTSC / PAL / SECAM) / DVB-T / DVB-T2 / DVB-C / DVB-S / DVB-S2 |
| Analog Tuner | NTSC / PAL / SECAM | Yes |
| Digital Terrestrial Tuner | dvb-t | DVB-T |
| Digital Terrestrial Tuner 2 | dvb-t2 | DVB-T2 |
| Digital Cable Tuner | dvb-c | DVB-C |
| Digital Satellite Tuner | dvb-s | DVB-S |
| Digital Satellite Tuner 2 | dvb-s2 | DVB-S2 |
| Satellite Input | 1× F-type | Yes |
| Antenna RF Input | Yes | -- |
| Compute, Memory & Storage | ||
| Processor Brand Name | TSR AIPQ Processor | NQ4 AI Processor |
| System on Chip | Media Tek 9655+ | -- |
| SoC Model | Media Tek 9655+ | -- |
| Picture Processor | -- | NQ4 AI Processor |
| CPU Architecture | ARM Cortex-A73, 1800 MHz, Cores: 4 | -- |
| CPU Cores | 4 | 4 |
| GPU | ARM Mali-G57 MC1 | -- |
| RAM Capacity | 4 GB | -- |
| Smart Platform & System | ||
| Smart TV | Yes | Yes |
| Operating System | Google TV | One UI Tizen |
| Firmware Updates | -- | 7 years of OS upgrades |
| Streaming & Entertainment | ||
| Samsung TV Plus | -- | Yes |
| Samsung Gaming Hub | -- | Yes |
| Art Gallery | -- | Yes |
| Samsung Daily+ | -- | Yes |
| Samsung Health | -- | Yes |
| Voice Assistants & Search | ||
| Voice Control | Yes | Yes |
| Amazon Alexa | -- | Yes |
| Google Assistant | Yes | -- |
| Bixby | -- | Yes |
| HDMI Signal Interface | ||
| Total HDMI Ports | 4 | 3 |
| HDMI 2.1 Ports |
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| HDMI 2.0 Ports |
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| HDMI CEC | Yes | Yes |
| Audio Return Channel | Yes | Yes |
| Enhanced Audio Return Channel | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Low Latency Mode | Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) | Yes |
| High Frame Rate | Yes | -- |
| Variable Refresh Rate | Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | -- |
| HDCP Support | Yes | Yes |
| HDCP Version | -- | 2.3 |
| USB, Audio & Legacy I/O | ||
| Total USB Ports | 1 | 2 |
| USB-A 2.0 Ports | -- |
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| Ethernet Port | 1× RJ45 | 1× RJ45 |
| Optical Audio Output | 1× S/PDIF | 1× Optical |
| Satellite Input | 1× F-type | Yes |
| Antenna Input | 1× RF | Yes |
| Common Interface Slot | 1× CI+ | Yes |
| Wireless, LAN & Casting | ||
| LAN | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 8 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Standards | 802.11a | 802.11a / 802.11b / 802.11g / 802.11n / 802.11n 5GHz / 802.11ac |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes | Yes |
| DLNA | Yes | Yes |
| Apple AirPlay | Yes | Yes |
| Google Cast | Yes | Yes |
| Miracast | Yes | -- |
| Multi-View | Yes | Yes |
| ConnectShare | -- | Yes |
| Speaker Layout & Output | ||
| Built-In Speakers | 2 x 10 W | 2.0 CH |
| Main Speakers | -- | 2.0 CH |
| Built-In Subwoofer | 1 x 20 W | -- |
| Sound Formats & Enhancement | ||
| Dolby Atmos | Yes | -- |
| Active Voice Amplifier | -- | Yes |
| Adaptive Sound? | -- | Yes |
| Object Tracking Sound | -- | Yes |
| Q-Symphony | -- | Yes |
| Surround Sound | -- | Yes |
| Bluetooth Audio | -- | Yes |
| Camera & Video Calling | ||
| Built-In Camera | No | No |
| Connected Home & IoT | ||
| Smart Home Platform | -- | Samsung Smart Things |
| Matter Support | -- | Yes |
| Samsung SmartThings | -- | Yes |
| Photo File Compatibility | ||
| Image File Formats | -- | JPEG / GIF / PNG / MPO / BMP |
| JPEG | -- | Yes |
| PNG | -- | Yes |
| GIF | -- | Yes |
| BMP | -- | Yes |
| MPO | -- | Yes |
| Music Codec Compatibility | ||
| Audio Formats | -- | AAC / FLAC / M4A / MIDI / MP3 / OGG / WMA / WAV / APE / AIFF / ALAC / Vorbis / Opus |
| AAC | -- | Yes |
| FLAC | -- | Yes |
| MP3 | -- | Yes |
| M4A | -- | Yes |
| WMA | -- | Yes |
| WAV | -- | Yes |
| OGG | -- | Yes |
| APE | -- | Yes |
| AIFF | -- | Yes |
| ALAC | -- | Yes |
| MIDI | -- | Yes |
| Video Container Compatibility | ||
| Video Containers | -- |
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| 3GPP | -- | Yes |
| AVI | -- | Yes |
| ASF | -- | Yes |
| Flash Video | -- | Yes |
| MKV | -- | Yes |
| M2TS | -- | Yes |
| MP4 | -- | Yes |
| QuickTime MOV | -- | Yes |
| MPEG Transport Stream | -- | Yes |
| VOB | -- | Yes |
| VRO | -- | Yes |
| WebM | -- | Yes |
| WMV | -- | Yes |
| Video Codec Compatibility | ||
| Video Codecs | -- | H.263 / H.264 / AVC / H.265 / HEVC / MPEG-2 / MPEG-4 / VC-1 / VP7 / VP8 / VP9 / AV1 / Real Video |
| H.263 | -- | Yes |
| H.264 / AVC | -- | Yes |
| H.265 / HEVC | -- | Yes |
| MPEG-2 | -- | Yes |
| MPEG-4 | -- | Yes |
| VC-1 | -- | Yes |
| VP7 | -- | Yes |
| VP8 | -- | Yes |
| VP9 | -- | Yes |
| AV1 | -- | Yes |
| Panel-Only Size & Mass | ||
| Dimensions Without Stand | 1228 mm x 713 mm x 56 mm (W x H x D) | 1232.1 mm x 708.8 mm x 25.7 mm (W x H x D) |
| Width Without Stand | 1228 mm | 1232.1 mm / 123.21 cm / 48.5079 in / 4.0423 ft |
| Height Without Stand | 713 mm | 708.8 mm / 70.88 cm / 27.9055 in / 2.3255 ft |
| Depth Without Stand | 56 mm | 25.7 mm / 2.57 cm / 1.0118 in / 0.0843 ft |
| Weight Without Stand | 12.8 kg | 13.8 kg / 30.42 lbs |
| Assembled TV Size & Mass | ||
| Dimensions With Stand | 1228 mm x 776 mm x 297 mm (W x H x D) | 1232.1 mm x 768.1 mm x 238.6 mm (W x H x D) |
| Width With Stand | 1228 mm | 1232.1 mm / 123.21 cm / 48.5079 in / 4.0423 ft |
| Height With Stand | 776 mm | 768.1 mm / 76.81 cm / 30.2402 in / 2.52 ft |
| Depth With Stand | 297 mm | 238.6 mm / 23.86 cm / 9.3937 in / 0.7828 ft |
| Weight With Stand | 13 kg | 14.2 kg / 31.31 lbs |
| Shipping Carton Measurements | ||
| Box Dimensions | 1360 mm x 875 mm x 128 mm (W x H x D) | 1369 mm x 819 mm x 127 mm (W x H x D) |
| Box Width | 1360 mm | 1369 mm / 136.9 cm / 53.8976 in / 4.4915 ft |
| Box Height | 875 mm | 819 mm / 81.9 cm / 32.2441 in / 2.687 ft |
| Box Depth | 128 mm | 127 mm / 12.7 cm / 5 in / 0.4167 ft |
| Box Weight | 16.8 kg / 37.04 lbs | 18.5 kg / 40.79 lbs |
| Exterior Styling & Stand Footprint | ||
| Stand Width | 1003 mm / 100.3 cm / 39.4882 in / 3.2907 ft | 910 mm / 91 cm / 35.8268 in / 2.9856 ft |
| Stand Depth | -- | 238.6 mm / 23.86 cm / 9.3937 in / 0.7828 ft |
| Chassis Color | Black | Titan Gray (QN70H) / Black (QN1EH) |
| Bezel Design | -- | 3-side bezelless |
| Wall Mounting & Installation | ||
| VESA Mount | 300 x 300 mm | 200 x 200 mm |
| VESA Interface | 300 x 300 mm | 200 x 200 mm |
| VESA Size | 300 x 300 mm | 200 x 200 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes | Yes |
| Stand Type | -- | Adjustable stand width - 258 - 910 mm |
| Height Adjustment | No Landscape / portrait pivot: No Left / right swivel: No Forward / backward tilt: No | No |
| Swivel Adjustment | No | No |
| Tilt Adjustment | No | No |
| Pivot Adjustment | No | No |
| Portrait Mode | No | -- |
| Electrical Load & Efficiency | ||
| Power Input | 220 V - 240 V | 100 V - 120 V / 220 V - 240 V |
| 110V Input Range | -- | 100 V - 120 V |
| 220V Input Range | -- | 220 V - 240 V |
| AC Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz | 50 Hz - 60 Hz |
| Typical Power Consumption | -- | 62 W |
| Average Power Consumption | -- | 62 W |
| Maximum Power Consumption | -- | 200 W |
| Standby Consumption | 0.5 W | 0.5 W |
| Annual Energy Consumption | -- | 86 k Wh |
| Energy Efficiency Class | -- | E |
| AI Energy Mode | -- | Yes |
| Eco Sensor | -- | Yes |
| Ambient Light Sensor | Yes | -- |
| Environmental Operating Limits | ||
| Operating Temperature | 5 °C - 35 °C / 41 °F - 95 °F | 10 °C - 40 °C / 50 °F - 104 °F |
| Operating Humidity | 20 % - 80 % | 10 % - 80 % |
| Storage Temperature | -15 °C - 45 °C / 5 °F - 113 °F | -20 °C - 40 °C / -4 °F - 104 °F |
| Storage Humidity | 10 % - 90 % | 5 % - 95 % |
| Picture Feature Inventory | ||
| Quantum Dot Color | -- | Yes |
| Ambient Light Sensor | Yes | -- |
| Filmmaker Mode | Yes | Yes |
| IMAX Enhanced | Yes | -- |
| AI Brightness | -- | Yes |
| Dynamic Tone Mapping | -- | Auto HDR Remastering |
| Gaming Validation & Compatibility | ||
| AMD FreeSync Certification? | Yes | -- |
| Game Bar | AI Gaming with Game Bar | Yes |
| HGiG | -- | Yes |
| ALLM | Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) | ALLM |
| Regulatory & Industry Approvals | ||
| CE | Yes | -- |
| IMAX Enhanced | Yes | -- |
| CI+ Certification | Yes (CI+ 1.4) | -- |
| Privacy, Security & Parental Control | ||
| Smart-TV Security | -- | Samsung Knox |
| In-the-Box Components | ||
| Remote Control | Voice remote control | BT Simple Remote - TM2280A |
| Remote Type | -- | Simple Remote |
| Remote Model | -- | TM2280A |
| Remote Voice Control | Yes | -- |
| Screen Size | 54.6 in | 54.6 in |
Verdict
Bottom line
The TCL 55Q7D Pro is the better buy for gaming and movies: 144 Hz, two HDMI 2.1 ports, Mini LED and 2 x 10 W Atmos speakers. The Samsung QN70H suits a mounted living-room TV with a 25.7 mm profile and long HDR list. Refresh rate is the deciding factor.
Buy this ifTCL 55Q7D Pro
- 144 Hz with VRR and FreeSync Premium Pro
- Two HDMI 2.1 ports for consoles
- SQD-Mini LED, 2,000 cd/m² peak, Dolby Atmos
Buy this ifSamsung QE55QN70H
- Slim 25.7 mm depth for wall mounting
- HDR10+, HDR10+ Adaptive and HDR10+ Gaming
- 10-bit panel with NQ4 AI Processor
| Use case | Better pick | Why |
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| Console gaming | TCL 55Q7D Pro | 144 Hz and HDMI 2.1 |
| Movies & streaming | TCL 55Q7D Pro | 2 x 10 W speakers with Atmos |
| Bright rooms | TCL 55Q7D Pro | 2,000 cd/m² peak brightness |
| Wall mounting | Samsung QE55QN70H | 25.7 mm depth |
| HDR formats | Samsung QE55QN70H | Adds HDR10+ Adaptive |
Data & scoring note
Methodology: The verdict and comparison notes on this page were written and checked by an editor working from the full specification table below. Conclusions are based on manufacturer-listed specifications only - no benchmark testing, measured brightness or hands-on use is claimed unless stated. Missing values are left blank rather than estimated. Report an error.
Updated: September 2026
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