RATED
Great
8.2/10
54.6″ TCL 55P8K – Full Specifications
TCL positions the 55P8K as a 54.6-inch 4K smart TV, pairing its HVA panel with quantum-dot LED hardware and Google TV for streaming and connected-home use.
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Display
54.6 in, HVA, Direct LED, 4K
54.6
Refresh rate
48 Hz - 144 Hz / Native - 120 Hz
48 Hz
Dimensions
1224 mm (millimeters) x 708 mm (millimeters) x 69.5 mm (millimeters) (W x H x D)
1224
Weight
11 kg (kilograms) / 24.25 lbs (pounds)
11 k
Processor
MediaTek Pentonic 700 (MT9653)
700
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Native 4K resolution suits modern streaming, films and current consoles
- Quantum-dot / wide-color capability is listed for broader color reproduction
- 93 % (percent) DCI-P3 coverage gives a useful published wide-color reference
- 48 Hz 144 Hz / Native - 120 Hz refresh with VRR/FreeSync support gives the TV a stronger gaming specification
- 4 HDMI ports plus smart-network connectivity cover common home entertainment devices
Cons
- Listed 350 cd/m² typical brightness limits headroom for very bright HDR highlights
- The supplied dataset is specification-based and does not include measured input lag or full picture-quality testing
Score & Ratings
8.2/10
Great
Television Identity & Market
13
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | TCL |
| Series | P8K / T8C |
| Model | 55P8K |
| Model Alias | 55T8C / 55T8C-UK / 55T8CX1 |
| Full Product Name | TCL P8K / T8C 55P8K |
| Model Year | 2025 |
| TV Category | Entry / Basic Tier |
| Market Position | Basic QLED |
| Primary Use | Basic Everyday Viewing |
| Region / Variant | Not specified |
| Launch Status | 2025 model year |
| Available Colors | Brushed Titanium |
| Warranty | 1 year limited warranty (North America) |
Screen Geometry & Format
7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 54.6 in |
| Exact Diagonal | 1388 mm / 138.8 cm / 54.6457 in / 4.5538 ft |
| Aspect Ratio | 1.778:1 / 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 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 |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | 94.97 % |
| 3D Support | No |
54.6" Display Size (138.7 cm) 16:9
Resolution at a Glance
Panel Architecture & Light Control
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Manufacturer | CSOT |
| Panel Type | HVA |
| Panel Technology | VA |
| Quantum Dot | Yes |
| Backlight Type | Direct LED |
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) |
| FRC | Yes |
| Display Colors | 1073741824 colors / 30 bits |
Resolution, Scaling & Signal
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels / Ultra HD (UHD) / 4K / 2160p |
| Pixel Density | 80 ppi / 31 ppcm |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.315 mm / 0.0315 cm / 0.0124 in / 0.001 ft |
| Maximum Gaming Resolution | 4K @ 120 Hz |
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Luminance, Blacks & Contrast
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Typical Brightness | 350 cd/m² |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 5000 : 1 |
| Viewing Angles | 178 ° / 178 ° / 5x Contrast Enhancement / Bionic Color Optimization Technology (Scene Color Enhancement / Skin Tone Preservation) / Colorful Quantum Crystals / Composite Nano-Diamond Structure / Enhanced Stability / High Light Efficiency / Multi-Layer Co-Extrusion Precision Crafting |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° / 5x Contrast Enhancement / Bionic Color Optimization Technology (Scene Color Enhancement / Skin Tone Preservation) / Colorful Quantum Crystals / Composite Nano-Diamond Structure / Enhanced Stability / High Light Efficiency / Multi-Layer Co-Extrusion Precision Crafting |
Color Reproduction & Calibration
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 93 % |
| Wide Color Gamut | Yes |
RECOMMENDED VIEWING DISTANCE
55"
Viewing Distance = 1.5–2.5 × Screen Size
25° field of view — Comfortable, relaxed viewing.
HDR Formats & Tone Mapping
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDR Support | Dolby VisionHDR10+HDR10HLG |
| HDR Formats | Dolby VisionHDR10+HDR10HLG |
| HDR10 | Yes |
| HDR10+ | Yes |
| Dolby Vision | Yes |
| HLG | Yes |
Motion Processing & Response
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 48 Hz - 144 Hz / Native - 120 Hz |
| Maximum Refresh Rate | 144 Hz |
| Motion Clarity Mode | Yes |
Console, VRR & Game Tools
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Variable Refresh Rate | Yes |
| Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes |
| AMD FreeSync | Yes |
| Game Bar | Yes |
Picture Intelligence & AI
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| AI Image Optimization | Yes |
Broadcast Tuners & Reception
7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In TV Tuner | Yes |
| Tuner Configuration | Analog (NTSC / PAL / SECAM), DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-C, DVB-S, DVB-S2 |
| Digital Terrestrial Tuner | DVB-T |
| Digital Terrestrial Tuner 2 | DVB-T2 |
| Digital Cable Tuner | DVB-C |
| Digital Satellite Tuner | DVB-S |
| Digital Satellite Tuner 2 | DVB-S2 |
Compute, Memory & Storage
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| System on Chip | MediaTek Pentonic 700 (MT9653) |
| SoC Model | MediaTek Pentonic 700 (MT9653) |
| CPU Cores | 4 |
| RAM Capacity | 3 GB |
| Internal Storage | 32 GB / eMMC 5.1 |
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
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Voice Control | Yes |
| Amazon Alexa | Yes |
| Google Assistant | Yes |
HDMI Signal Interface
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HDMI Ports | 4 |
| HDMI CEC | Yes |
| Enhanced Audio Return Channel | Yes |
| High Frame Rate | Yes |
Ports & Connections
USB, Audio & Legacy I/O
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Total USB Ports | 1 |
| Ethernet Port | Yes |
| Optical Audio Output | Optical |
| Antenna Input | Yes |
| Common Interface Slot | Yes (CI+ 1.4) |
| Composite Input | Yes |
Wireless, LAN & Casting
7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| LAN | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Standards | 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Chromecast | Yes |
| Google Cast | Yes |
| Miracast | Yes |
Speaker Layout & Output
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Speakers | 2 x 10 W |
| Built-In Subwoofer | 1 x 15 W / 2.1 CH / 35W / Dolby Atmos / DTS Virtual:X / Onkyo Sound System / Room Calibration / Vertical Ai Sound Field |
Camera & Video Calling
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Camera | No |
Panel-Only Size & Mass
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions Without Stand | 1224 mm x 708 mm x 69.5 mm (W x H x D) |
| Width Without Stand | 1224 mm |
| Height Without Stand | 708 mm |
| Depth Without Stand | 69.5 mm |
| Weight Without Stand | 11 kg / 24.25 lbs |
Assembled TV Size & Mass
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 1224 mm x 770 mm x 292 mm (W x H x D) |
| Width With Stand | 1224 mm |
| Height With Stand | 770 mm |
| Depth With Stand | 292 mm |
| Weight With Stand | 11.3 kg / 24.91 lbs |
Shipping Carton Measurements
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Box Dimensions | 1360 mm x 830 mm x 128 mm (W x H x D) |
| Box Width | 1360 mm |
| Box Height | 830 mm |
| Box Depth | 128 mm |
| Box Weight | 14.8 kg / 32.63 lbs |
Exterior Styling & Stand Footprint
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Stand Width | 925 mm / 92.5 cm / 36.4173 in / 3.0348 ft |
| Chassis Color | Brushed Titanium |
Wall Mounting & Installation
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 300 x 300 mm |
| VESA Interface | 300 x 300 mm |
| VESA Size | 300 x 300 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | No |
| Swivel Adjustment | No |
| Tilt Adjustment | No |
| Portrait Mode | No |
Electrical Load & Efficiency
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 100 V - 120 V / 220 V - 240 V |
| AC Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz |
| Typical Power Consumption | 128 W |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 218 W |
| Standby Consumption | 0.5 W |
| Energy Efficiency Class | F |
Environmental Operating Limits
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | 5 °C - 35 °C / 41 °F - 95 °F |
| Operating Humidity | 20 % - 80 % |
| Storage Temperature | -15 °C - 45 °C / 5 °F - 113 °F |
| Storage Humidity | 10 % - 90 % |
Picture Feature Inventory
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Quantum Dot Color | Yes |
| Wide Color Gamut | Yes |
Gaming Validation & Compatibility
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| ALLM | Yes |
| VRR | Yes |
Regulatory & Industry Approvals
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TÜV Flicker-Free | Yes |
| TÜV Low Blue Light | Yes |
In-the-Box Components
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Remote Control | Voice remote control - RC833 |
| Remote Type | Voice remote control - RC833 |
| Remote Voice Control | Yes |
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Estimated Running Cost
Based on this product's rated power draw, not an independent lab measurement — actual usage varies with settings and content.
Daily—
Monthly—
Annually—
Uses about 18% less power than the average we track in this category.
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