RATED
Excellent
9.2/10
97.5″ TCL 98C655 Pro – Full Specifications
Private screening rooms and large open lounges suit the TCL 98C655 Pro (97.5 in), a 98-class Google TV that adds full-array local dimming to a VA panel.
TCL●TV
Display
97.5 in, VA Direct LED (Full Array Local Dimming), 3840 x 2160
97.5
Refresh rate
48 Hz - 144 Hz
48 Hz
Dimensions
2179 mm x 1247 mm x 71.3 mm
2179
Weight
54 kg / 119.05 lbs
54 k
Processor
AIPQ Pro with AI
Overview
Private screening rooms and large open lounges suit the TCL 98C655 Pro (97.5 in), a 98-class Google TV that adds full-array local dimming to a VA panel. It shows 3840 × 2160 at 45 ppi with a 48-144 Hz range, VRR and AMD FreeSync, plus Dolby Vision, Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10+ and HLG. Four HDMI inputs include two HDMI 2.1 ports. Weight is 56 kg with the stand and 54 kg without it, VESA is 600 × 500 mm, and typical draw is 198 W, an energy class G.
- 97.5 in VA, 3840 × 2160, 45 ppi
- 48-144 Hz, VRR, FreeSync
- Full-array local dimming
- 4 HDMI (2 × 2.1), 2 × USB
- 56 kg with stand, 600 × 500 VESA
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Near-projector size with full-array local dimming
- Dolby Vision IQ adapts to room lighting
- Two USB ports beat the standard model
- 144 Hz refresh and VRR for gaming
- Lighter than the non-Pro 98-inch by 5 kg
Cons
- Energy class G at 198 W typical
- Heavy 56 kg panel needs a sturdy wall
- Pixel density falls to 45 ppi
- VA-type panel loses some contrast and colour from off-centre seats
Score & Ratings
9.2/10
Excellent
Television Identity & Market
13
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | TCL |
| Series | C655 Pro |
| Model | 98C655 Pro |
| Model Alias |
|
| Full Product Name | TCL 98C655 Pro |
| Model Year | 2024 |
| TV Category | Entry / Budget Tier |
| Market Position | Budget QLED, Enhanced |
| Primary Use | Budget-Conscious Everyday Viewing |
| Region / Variant | Not specified |
| Launch Status | Model year 2024 |
| Available Colors | Black |
| Warranty | 1 year standard limited warranty |
Screen Geometry & Format
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 97.5 in |
| Marketed Screen Size | 97.5 in |
| Exact Diagonal | 2489 mm (millimeters) / 248.9 cm (centimeters) / 97.9921 in (inches) / 8.166 ft (feet) |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 2169.35 mm (millimeters) / 216.935 cm (centimeters) / 85.4075 in (inches) / 7.1173 ft (feet) |
| Active Display Height | 1220.26 mm (millimeters) / 122.026 cm (centimeters) / 48.0417 in (inches) / 4.0035 ft (feet) |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | 97.42 % |
| 3D Support | No |
97.5" Display Size (247.7 cm) 16:9
Resolution at a Glance
Panel Architecture & Light Control
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Manufacturer | CSOT |
| Panel Type | VA |
| Panel Technology | VA |
| Quantum Dot | Yes |
| Backlight Type | Direct LED (Full Array Local Dimming) |
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) |
| FRC | Yes |
| Display Colors |
|
Surface Treatment & Viewing Layer
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare / Matte |
Resolution, Scaling & Signal
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels |
| Pixel Density | 45 ppi / 17 ppcm |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.565 mm / 0.0222 in |
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Luminance, Blacks & Contrast
7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Typical Brightness | 550 cd/m² |
| Peak Brightness | 1400 cd/m² |
| Static Contrast | Static contrast: 6000 : 1 |
| Static Contrast Ratio | Static contrast: 6000 : 1 |
| Viewing Angles | 178° / 178° |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° (degrees) |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° (degrees) |
Color Reproduction & Calibration
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 95 % |
| Wide Color Gamut | Yes |
RECOMMENDED VIEWING DISTANCE
98"
Viewing Distance = 1.5–2.5 × Screen Size
25° field of view — Comfortable, relaxed viewing.
HDR Formats & Tone Mapping
7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDR Support |
|
| HDR Formats |
|
| HDR10 |
|
| HDR10+ | Yes |
| Dolby Vision | Yes |
| Dolby Vision IQ | Yes |
| HLG | HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma) |
Motion Processing & Response
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 48 Hz - 144 Hz (hertz) / Native - 120 Hz |
| Maximum Refresh Rate | 48 Hz - 144 Hz |
| Motion Processing | Picture Performance Index 3400 PPI |
Console, VRR & Game Tools
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Variable Refresh Rate | Yes |
| AMD FreeSync | AMD FreeSync |
| Game Mode | Yes |
Picture Intelligence & AI
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| AI Picture Engine | AI features supported |
| AI Upscaling | Yes |
Broadcast Tuners & Reception
10
| 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 |
| Antenna RF Input | Yes |
Compute, Memory & Storage 8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Processor Brand Name | AIPQ Pro with AI |
| System on Chip | MediaTek Pentonic 700 (MT9653) |
| SoC Model | MediaTek Pentonic 700 (MT9653) |
| CPU Architecture | Cores: 4 |
| CPU Cores | 4 |
| GPU | ARM Mali-G31 MP2 |
| RAM Capacity | 3 GB (gigabytes) |
| Internal Storage | 64 GB (gigabytes) / eMMC 5.1 |
Smart Platform & System
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Smart TV | Yes |
| Operating System | Google TV |
Streaming & Entertainment
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Netflix | Yes |
| YouTube | Yes |
| Prime Video | Yes |
| Disney+ | Yes |
| Apple TV+ | Yes |
Voice Assistants & Search
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Voice Control | Yes |
| Google Assistant | Yes |
HDMI Signal Interface
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HDMI Ports |
|
| HDMI 2.1 Ports |
|
| HDMI 2.0 Ports |
|
| HDMI CEC | Yes |
| eARC Port | Yes |
Ports & Connections
USB, Audio & Legacy I/O
11
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Total USB Ports |
|
| USB-A 2.0 Ports |
|
| USB-A 3.0 Ports |
|
| Ethernet Port | 1× RJ45 |
| Optical Audio Output | 1× S/PDIF |
| 3.5 mm Audio Output | 1× 3.5 mm |
| Headphone Output | Yes |
| Satellite Input | 1× F-type |
| Antenna Input | 1× RF |
| Common Interface Slot | 1× CI+ |
| Composite Input | Yes |
Wireless, LAN & Casting
11
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| LAN | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 8 |
| Wi-Fi Standards | 802.11a |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes |
| DLNA | Yes |
| Apple AirPlay | Yes |
| Apple HomeKit | Yes |
| Chromecast | Yes |
| Google Cast | Yes |
| Miracast | Yes |
Speaker Layout & Output
7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Speakers | Yes |
| Speaker Configuration | 2 x 20 W |
| Speaker Channels | 2 x 20 W |
| Built-In Subwoofer | Yes |
| Subwoofer Configuration | 1 x 20 W (watts) |
| Total Audio Output | 60 W (watts) |
| Total Speaker Output | 60 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
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions Without Stand |
|
| Width Without Stand | 2179 mm / 85.7874 in |
| Height Without Stand | 1247 mm / 49.0945 in |
| Depth Without Stand | 71.3 mm / 2.8071 in |
| Weight Without Stand | 54 kg / 119.05 lbs |
Assembled TV Size & Mass
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand |
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| Width With Stand | 2179 mm / 85.7874 in |
| Height With Stand | 1288 mm / 50.7087 in |
| Depth With Stand | 420 mm / 16.5354 in |
| Weight With Stand | 56 kg / 123.46 lbs |
Shipping Carton Measurements
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Box Dimensions |
|
| Box Weight | 79 kg (kilograms) / 174.17 lbs (pounds) |
Exterior Styling & Stand Footprint
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Stand Width | 1740 mm (millimeters) / 174 cm (centimeters) / 68.5039 in (inches) / 5.7087 ft (feet) |
| Chassis Color | Black |
Wall Mounting & Installation
9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 600 x 500 mm |
| VESA Interface | 600 x 500 mm |
| VESA Size | 600 x 500 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | No |
| Swivel Adjustment | No |
| Tilt Adjustment | No |
| Pivot Adjustment | No |
| Portrait Mode | No |
Electrical Load & Efficiency
7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 100 V - 120 V (volts)220 V - 240 V (volts) |
| AC Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz (hertz) |
| Typical Power Consumption | 198 W |
| Average Power Consumption | 198 W |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 389 W |
| Standby Consumption | 0.5 W |
| Energy Efficiency Class | G |
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) |
Gaming Validation & Compatibility
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| ALLM | Yes |
Regulatory & Industry Approvals 4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| CE | Yes |
| TÜV Flicker-Free | Yes |
| TÜV Low Blue Light | Yes |
| CI+ Certification | Yes (CI+ 1.4) |
In-the-Box Components
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Remote Control | Voice remote control - RC833 |
| Remote Voice Control | Yes |
| Screen Size | 97.5 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.