| Model No |
98C855 |
QA98QN90FAUXXL |
| TV Type |
Smart TV |
Smart TV |
| Screen Size |
98 Inch (249 cm) |
98 Inch (249 cm) |
| Resolution |
4K 3840 x 2160 |
4K 3840 x 2160 |
| Aspect Ratio |
16:9 |
16:9 |
| Motion Rate |
144 Hz |
165 Hz |
| Viewing Angle |
178°/178° |
178°/178° |
| USB |
| USB Version |
: 3.0 |
| Supported Audio Formats |
: MP3, WMA |
| Supported Video Formats |
: AVI, H.264, H.265, MKV, MP4, MPG, TS, VP9, WEB |
| Supported Picture Formats |
: BMP, HEIF, JPG |
|
| USB Version |
: 2.0 |
| Supported Audio Formats |
: MP3, AC4, AC3, EAC3, AAC, MP2, PCM, WMA |
| Supported Video Formats |
: MKV, DivX, MP4, AVI, ASF, MOV, FLV |
| Supported Picture Formats |
: JPEG, PNG, BMP, JPS, MPO |
|
| Video |
| Backlight |
: 4K UHD QLED PRO Mini LED |
| HLG |
: Yes |
| Ai-HDR |
: Yes |
| Ai-Color |
: Yes |
| Ai-Scene |
: Yes |
| Ai-Clarity |
: Yes |
| Ai-Motion |
: Yes |
| Ai-Contrast |
: Yes |
| Low Reflection |
: Yes |
| Dolby Vision IQ |
: Yes |
| Adaptive Picture |
: Yes |
| Noise Reduction |
: Yes |
| Progressive Scan |
: Yes |
| Multiple Eye Care |
: Yes |
| Anti-Glare Screen |
: Yes |
| HDR10+ Adaptive |
: Yes |
| 4K Ultra HD Upscaling |
: Yes |
| Low Blue Light / Flicker Free |
: Yes |
| Panel Type |
: VA |
| Response Time |
: 5.7 ms |
| Contrast Ratio |
: 6000:1 |
| Picture Performance Index |
: 4800 PPI |
| Color Gamut |
: 95% DCI-P3 |
| Dynamic Contrast |
: Mega Contrast |
| Video Compression Formats |
: AV1, H.264, H.265, VP9 |
| Processor |
: TCL AiPQ™ PRO Engine |
| Local Dimming Zones |
: 2160 Local Dimming Zones |
| Brightness |
: 3500 Nits ( Peak ) 650 Nits ( Typ ) |
|
| Backlight |
: 4K UHD NEO QLED |
| EyeComfort Mode |
: Yes |
| Filmmaker Mode ( FMM ) |
: Yes |
| HDR Brightness Optimizer |
: Yes |
| Supersize Picture Enhancer |
: Yes |
| Anti Reflection |
: Glare Free |
| Color Booster |
: Color Booster Pro |
| Smart Calibration |
: Basic, Professional |
| Viewing Angle |
: Wide Viewing Angle |
| HDR |
: Neo Quantum HDR+ |
| AI Upscale |
: 4K AI Upscaling PRO |
| Picture Engine |
: NQ4 AI Gen3 Processor |
| Micro Dimming |
: Ultimate UHD Dimming |
| HDR 10+ |
: Yes ( Adaptive, Gaming ) |
| Motion Technology |
: Motion Xcelerator 144Hz |
| AI Motion Enhancer |
: AI Motion Enhancer PRO |
| Contrast Enhancer |
: Real Depth Enhancer PRO |
| AI HDR Remastering |
: Auto HDR Remastering PRO |
| Contrast |
: Quantum Matrix Technology Plus |
|
| Audio |
| Audio Output ( RMS ) |
: 60 W ( 2 X 10 W Main Channel + 2 X 10 W Subwoofer + 2 X 10 W Up-Firing ) |
| Subwoofer ( RMS ) |
: 20 W |
| Number of Speakers |
: 6 |
| Equalizer |
: Yes |
| Dolby Atmos |
: Yes |
| IMAX Enhanced |
: Yes |
| Built-In Subwoofer |
: Yes |
| Auto Volume Leveler |
: Yes |
| Enhanced Audio Return Channel ( eARC ) |
: Yes |
| Equalizer Bands Quantity |
: 7 |
| Sound By |
: ONKYO |
| Sound Channel |
: 2.2.2 Channel |
| DTS Premuim Sound |
: DTS-HD+DTS Virtual X |
| Audio Decoders |
: DTS Virtual:X, DTS-HD, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Audio |
|
| Sound Output ( RMS ) |
: 60 W |
| Dolby Atmos |
: Yes |
| Q-Symphony |
: Yes |
| Adaptive Sound Pro |
: Yes |
| Active Voice Amplifier Pro |
: Yes |
| Object Tracking Sound |
: OTS+ |
| Speaker Type |
: 4.2.2 Channel |
|
| Connectivity Options |
| HDMI ( 2.1, 2.0 ) |
: 2 X HDMI 2.1 + 2 X HDMI 2.0 |
| USB ( 3.0 ) |
: 1 |
| Number of Tuners |
: 1 Tuners |
| RF Ports Quantity |
: 2 Yes |
| Ethernet / LAN |
: 1 Yes |
| Headphone Outputs |
: 1 Yes |
| Digital Audio Optical Out |
: 1 Yes |
| Component Video ( YPbPr/YCbCr ) Out |
: 1 Yes |
| WIFI6 |
: Yes |
| Miracast |
: Yes |
| HDCP 2.2 |
: Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct |
: Yes |
| Bluetooth 5.2 |
: Yes |
| Apple AirPlay 2 |
: Yes |
| Audio ( L / R ) Out |
: Yes |
| HDMI2. 1 ( ALLM ) |
: Yes |
| HDMI Quick Switch |
: Yes |
| Chromecast Built-In |
: Yes |
| Audio Return Channel ( ARC ) |
: Yes |
| Common Interface Plus ( CI+ ) 1.4 |
: Yes |
| HDMI2. 1 ( VRR ) |
: Yes,4K@144Hz |
| HDMI2. 1 ( eARC & ARC ) |
: Yes, With Certification |
| HDMI CEC With Certification |
: Yes, With Certification |
| Wi-Fi Standards |
: 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n ) |
|
| HDMI ( 2.1 ) |
: 4 |
| USB A ( 2.0 ) |
: 2 |
| Wi-Fi 5 |
: Yes |
| Bluetooth 5.3 |
: Yes |
| Ethernet / LAN |
: Yes |
| Anynet+ ( HDMI-CEC ) |
: Yes |
| Digital Audio Out ( Optical ) |
: Yes |
| HDMI Audio Return Channel |
: eARC |
| High Frame Rate ( HFR ) |
: 4K 165Hz ( For HDMI 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 ) |
| RF In ( Terrestrial, Cable Input ) |
: 1 / 1 ( Common Use For Terrestrial ) / 1 |
|
| Smart TV Features |
| Operation System |
: 12.0 Google TV |
| Video Chat |
: Yes |
| Internet TV |
: Yes |
| HbbTV 2.0.3 |
: Yes |
| Voice Control |
: Yes |
| Web Browser |
: Yes |
| Quick Settings |
: Yes |
| Google Play Store |
: Yes |
| Google Assistant Built-In |
: Yes |
| Hands-Free Voice Control |
: Yes |
| Works With Amazon Alexa |
: Yes |
| Works With The Google Assistant |
: Yes |
| Smart Modes |
: IMAX Enhanced, Sports |
| Video Apps |
: Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Disney+, HBO, Netflix |
|
| Operating System |
: Tizen™ Smart TV |
| Daily+ |
: Yas |
| Bixby |
: Yes |
| Karaoke Mic |
: Yas |
| Web Browser |
: Yas |
| Apple AirPlay |
: Yas |
| Storage Share |
: Yas |
| Generative Wallpaper |
: Yas |
| Far-Field Voice Interaction |
: Yas |
| SmartThings Hub, Matter Hub, IoT-Sensor Functionality, Quick Remote |
: Yes |
| Multi-View |
: UpTo 2 Videos |
| Built-In Voice Assistant |
: Alexa ( IN Only ) |
| Universal Guide |
: Yes ( India Only ) |
| Samsung TV Plus |
: Yes ( India Only ) |
| Works With AI Speaker |
: Alexa ( IN Only ), Google Assistant ( IN Only ) |
| Multi Device Experience |
: TV To Mobile, Mobile To TV, TV Initiate Mirroring, Sound Mirroring, Wireless TV On, Tap View |
|
| Other Features |
| Design |
: Ultra Slim Design Design |
| Color |
: Black |
| Game Bar |
: Yes |
| Game Mode |
: Yes |
| Sleep Timer |
: Yes |
| LED Indicators |
: Yes |
| VESA Mounting |
: Yes |
| Ambient Mode |
: Yes |
| Auto Power Off |
: Yes |
| AMD FreeSync |
: Yes |
| Game Master 2.0 |
: Yes |
| Teletext Function |
: Yes |
| Picture-In-Picture |
: Yes |
| Subtitles Function |
: Yes |
| On Screen Display |
: Yes |
| Auto Channel Search |
: Yes |
| Program Guide ( EPG ) |
: Yes |
| Firmware Upgradeable |
: Yes |
| AMD FreeSync Premium Pro |
: Yes |
| 144Hz Variable Refresh Rate |
: Yes |
| Auto Low Latency Mode ( ALLM ) |
: Yes |
| OSD Languages |
: 29 |
| Warranty |
: 2 Year |
| Firmware Upgradeable Via |
: Network, USB |
| Tuner Type |
: Analog & Digital |
| Digital Signal Format System |
: DVB-C, DVB-S2, DVB-T2 |
| On Screen Display Languages |
: ALB, BUL, CRO, CZE, DAN, DEU, DUT, ENG, ESP |
| Analog Signal Format System |
: NTSC, PAL BG, PAL DK, PAL I, PAL L, SECAM B/G |
|
| Design |
: Neo Slim Design |
| Stand Type |
: Sharp Neck Hexagon |
| Bezel Type |
: 3 Bezel-Less |
| Front Color |
: Titan Black |
| Stand Color |
: Titan Black |
| EPG |
: Yes |
| TV Key |
: Yes |
| Art Store |
: Yes |
| IP Control |
: Yes |
| Analog Tuner |
: Yes |
| Extended PVR |
: Yes |
| Country of Origin |
: Vietnam |
| Digital Broadcasting |
: DVB-T2CS2 |
| Accessibillity - Voice Guide |
: UK English, Hindi |
|
| General Details |
| Power Supply ( Voltage, Hz ) |
: AC 220 - 240 V 50Hz |
| Power Consumption |
: 560 W |
| Energy Consumption HDR |
: 470 kWh |
| Energy Consumption SDR |
: 170 kWh |
| Power Consmption Standby |
: 0.5 W |
| Energy Efficiency Scale |
: A To G |
| Energy Efficiency Class HDR |
: G |
| Energy Efficiency Class SDR |
: F |
| Weight Without Stand |
: 65 Kg |
| Weight With Stand |
: 67.5 Kg |
| Packaging Weight |
: 91.2 Kg |
| VESA Wall-Mounting |
: 600 mm X 600 mm |
|
| Power Supply |
: AC 220-240 V~ 50/60 Hz |
| Power Consumption Max |
: 475 W |
| Power Consumption Typical |
: 242 W |
| Power Consumption Standby |
: 0.50 W |
| Yearly Power Consumption ( EU Standard ) |
: 538.74 kWh |
| Energy Efficiency Class |
: 3 |
| Eco Sensor |
: Yes |
| Auto Power Off |
: Yes |
| Auto Power Saving |
: Yes |
| Weight Without Stand |
: 61.4 Kg |
| Weight With Stand |
: 70.6 Kg |
| Weight Of Package Carton |
: 90.7 Kg |
| VESA Spec |
: 600 mm X 400 mm |
|
| Supplied Accessories |
| Remote Control |
: RC933 |
| Batteries |
: Yes |
| User Manual |
: Yes |
| Warranty Card |
: Yes |
| Table Top Stand |
: Yes |
|
| Remote Controller Model |
: TM2360E |
| Zigbee, Thread Module |
: Built-In |
| Wall-Mount |
: Yes |
| Power Cable |
: Yes |
| User Manual |
: Yes |
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Key Differences
Both TVs provide standard built-in audio performance suitable for regular usage, though external speakers can enhance the experience. TCL 98C855 and Samsung QA98QN90FAUXXL are well-equipped smart TVs that aim to provide a balance of picture quality, performance, and smart capabilities. From a practical standpoint, both options provide a reliable viewing experience for most users. Both TVs come in similar screen sizes, making them suitable for comparable viewing setups and room environments. Both TVs offer adequate brightness levels suitable for most indoor lighting conditions. Both TVs come with smart platforms that support popular streaming apps and voice control features. TCL 98C855 and Samsung QA98QN90FAUXXL offer different motion rates (144 Hz vs 165 Hz), which can impact smoothness during fast-moving scenes like sports and gaming. Both models support 4K 3840 x 2160 resolution, ensuring sharp picture quality with detailed visuals for movies, shows, and gaming. Verdict: Both TVs are strong contenders, and your final choice should depend on your preference for screen size, motion performance, and smart features.
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