RATED
Great
8.2/10
64.5″ TCL 65C8K – Full Specifications
The TCL 65C8K (64.5 in) is a 65-class Google TV, also sold as the Q8C, for gaming lounges that want a 144 Hz panel with wide colour.
TCL●TV
Display
64.5 in, HVA, Mini LED, 3840 x 2160 pixels
64.5
Refresh rate
48 Hz - 144 Hz
48 Hz
Dimensions
1435 x 824 x 51 mm
1435
Weight
21.1 kg
21.1 k
Processor
Overview
The TCL 65C8K (64.5 in) is a 65-class Google TV, also sold as the Q8C, for gaming lounges that want a 144 Hz panel with wide colour. Its HVA panel shows 3840 × 2160 at 68 ppi over a 48-144 Hz range with VRR and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, and lists 97 percent DCI-P3. Dolby Vision, Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10+ Gaming and HLG are supported, and two of four HDMI inputs are HDMI 2.1. Weight is 23.1 kg with the stand and 21.1 kg without it, with 300 × 300 mm VESA.
- 64.5 in HVA, 3840 × 2160, 68 ppi
- 65C8K: 48-144 Hz, VRR, FreeSync Premium Pro
- 97% DCI-P3, Dolby Vision IQ
- 4 HDMI (2 × 2.1), 1 × USB
- 23.1 kg with stand, 300 × 300 VESA
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 65C8K offers 144 Hz at a mainstream size
- 65C8K is also marketed as the Q8C
- Two HDMI 2.1 inputs are listed
- 65C8K: Dolby Vision IQ with HDR10+ Gaming
- 65C8K mounts on 300 × 300 VESA
Cons
- 65C8K has just one USB port
- Only half the HDMI ports are 2.1 on 65C8K
- VA-type panel loses some contrast and colour from off-centre seats
Score & Ratings
8.2/10
Great
Television Identity & Market
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | TCL |
| Series | C8K / Q8C |
| Model | 65C8K |
| Model Year | 2025 |
| Available Colors | Black |
Screen Geometry & Format
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 64.5 in |
| Marketed Screen Size | 64.5 in |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | 97.07 % |
64.5" Display Size (163.8 cm) 16:9
Resolution at a Glance
Panel Architecture & Light Control
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Type | HVA |
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits |
| 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 | 68 ppi |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.372 mm |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
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Luminance, Blacks & Contrast
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Static Contrast | 7000 : 1 |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 7000 : 1 |
| Viewing Angles | 178 ° / 178 ° |
Color Reproduction & Calibration
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 97 % |
RECOMMENDED VIEWING DISTANCE
65"
Viewing Distance = 1.5–2.5 × Screen Size
24° field of view — Comfortable, relaxed viewing.
HDR Formats & Tone Mapping
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDR Support |
|
| IMAX Enhanced | Yes |
Motion Processing & Response
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Refresh Rate | 48 Hz - 144 Hz |
| Motion Processing | AI MotionMEMC (Motion Estimation Motion Compensation) |
Console, VRR & Game Tools
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Variable Refresh Rate | Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) |
| Auto Low Latency Mode | Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) |
| High Frame Rate | Yes |
| AMD FreeSync | AMD FreeSync Premium Pro |
| Game Bar | Game Master 2.0 with Game Bar |
Broadcast Tuners & Reception
9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In TV Tuner |
|
| Tuner Configuration |
|
| Analog Tuner | NTSC / PAL / SECAM |
| 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 |
| Satellite Input | 1× F-type |
Compute, Memory & Storage 1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Processor Brand Name | TSR AIPQ Processor |
Smart Platform & System
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Smart TV | Yes |
| Operating System | Google TV |
Voice Assistants & Search
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Google Assistant | Yes |
HDMI Signal Interface
10
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HDMI Ports |
|
| HDMI 2.1 Ports |
|
| HDMI 2.0 Ports |
|
| HDMI CEC | Yes |
| Audio Return Channel | Yes |
| Enhanced Audio Return Channel | Yes |
| Auto Low Latency Mode | Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) |
| High Frame Rate | Yes |
| Variable Refresh Rate | Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
Ports & Connections
USB, Audio & Legacy I/O
7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Total USB Ports |
|
| USB-A 2.0 Ports |
|
| Ethernet Port | 1× RJ45 |
| Optical Audio Output | 1× S/PDIF |
| Satellite Input | 1× F-type |
| Antenna Input | 1× RF |
| Common Interface Slot | 1× CI+ |
Wireless, LAN & Casting
9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| LAN | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 8 |
| Wi-Fi Standards | 802.11a |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes |
| DLNA | Yes |
| Apple AirPlay | Yes |
| Chromecast | Yes |
| Multi-View | Yes |
Panel-Only Size & Mass
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Width Without Stand | 1435 mm |
| Height Without Stand | 824 mm |
| Depth Without Stand | 51 mm |
| Weight Without Stand | 21.1 kg |
Assembled TV Size & Mass
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Width With Stand | 1435 mm |
| Height With Stand | 861 mm |
| Depth With Stand | 368 mm |
| Weight With Stand | 23.1 kg |
Exterior Styling & Stand Footprint
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Chassis Color | Black |
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 | YesLandscape / portrait pivot: NoLeft / right swivel: NoForward / backward tilt: No |
| Swivel Adjustment | No |
| Tilt Adjustment | No |
| Pivot Adjustment | 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 |
Picture Feature Inventory
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| IMAX Enhanced | 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 2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| CE | Yes |
| IMAX Enhanced | Yes |
In-the-Box Components
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 64.5 in |
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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₹4.80
Monthly₹144
Annually₹1,752
Draws more power than 82% of the 447 comparable displays we track.