Review summaries: TCL 85-Inch Designer Series QD-Mini LED TV, 4K Google Smart TV, 85A400U

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Strong value LED TV with good sound and picture

This large LED TV offers strong value for its price and size. Sound is loud enough at low volume levels in a media room, and the picture looks good for an LED, with no noticeable halos or light bleeding into dark areas. A game mode reduces input lag without a noticeable drop in visuals. The bezel is nearly flush to the screen. Setup requires a Roku account and internet, but signup is quick and payment info can be skipped. Side-mounted ports suit wall mounting, though their angles may be awkward for some setups. The included feet seem standard and subpar.

Pros
  • + good value for price and size
  • + loud sound at low volume
  • + good picture for an LED
  • + no noticeable halos or light bleeding
  • + game mode with low input lag
  • + nearly bezel-less screen
  • + quick and easy Roku signup
  • + payment info can be skipped
  • + side-mounted ports good for wall mounting
Cons
  • − requires Roku account and internet
  • − awkward HDMI port angles
  • − standard subpar feet
AI-assisted summary of a verified Amazon customer review. · December 2, 2020 · United States Read original on Amazon ↗
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Solid budget TV with trade-offs

This TV looks nice, has good audio, a responsive screen, stays cool, and is easy to set up. It is bright enough for daytime viewing in a sunny room. However, picture quality can be grainy, especially with light skin tones or bright colors, and settings adjustments only help partially. Screen glare is more noticeable than on a previous Vizio. The Roku app takes long to connect, and inputs/outputs are limited, with no RCA for audio. The legs look bulky and cheap. It performs as expected for the price but does not impress.

Pros
  • + Looks nice
  • + Good audio
  • + Responsive screen
  • + Stays cool
  • + Easy setup
  • + Bright enough for daytime
Cons
  • − Grainy picture quality
  • − Noticeable screen glare
  • − Slow Roku app connection
  • − Limited inputs/outputs
  • − Bulky, cheap-looking legs
AI-assisted summary of a verified Amazon customer review. · January 11, 2021 · United States Read original on Amazon ↗
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Easy Setup and Bright Picture on a Thin TV

This TV is quick to mount on a wall and simple to set up with just a few button presses. It pairs easily with a TCL soundbar. After about five days of use, the picture quality stands out and is noticeably brighter than an existing TV. The thin design does not sacrifice picture quality. It comes highly recommended.

Pros
  • + quick and easy wall mounting
  • + simple setup
  • + easy pairing with TCL soundbar
  • + excellent picture quality
  • + noticeably brighter than existing TV
  • + thin design without sacrificing picture quality
AI-assisted summary of a verified Amazon customer review. · September 9, 2026 · United States Read original on Amazon ↗
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Thin lifestyle TV with strong picture and free art

This TV is a strong option for anyone wanting a thin lifestyle model that mounts flush to the wall. It is very slim, includes the flush mount in the box, and still offers full array local dimming and good color without sacrificing performance. Unlike some competitors, there is no external control box and the art features are free. The matte finish is not necessary in low ambient light, as the screen remains bright with excellent contrast. It works well as a wall-mounted art display, including personal Google Photos, and delivers better picture quality than other art TVs.

Pros
  • + very thin
  • + flush mount included
  • + full array local dimming
  • + good color
  • + no external control box
  • + free art features
  • + bright enough for low ambient light
  • + excellent contrast
AI-assisted summary of a verified Amazon customer review. · September 9, 2026 · United States Read original on Amazon ↗
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TCL Designer TV Fits Basement Layout Well

This TV suits a newly finished basement. Limited wall space and a desired furniture layout led to using the stand instead of mounting, and it fits the layout well. Setup is easy enough to complete with a young child and dog in the room. The design suits the room, and the operating system is user friendly, with a young child able to connect to Wi-Fi and navigate apps and functions. Sound quality is good, though a sound bar may be added for louder volume. The TV is highly recommended.

Pros
  • + fits layout well with stand
  • + easy setup
  • + design suits room
  • + user-friendly operating system
  • + good sound quality
Cons
  • − may want a sound bar for louder volume
AI-assisted summary of a verified Amazon customer review. · September 14, 2026 · United States Read original on Amazon ↗