TCL recently held a product launch event in China for their QD-MiniLED TVs. The event saw the unveiling of two new models, the flagship X11G and the Q10G Pro. QD-miniLED technology can produce a wider color gamut and higher color purity compared to conventional LED displays. The technology achieves this by using Quantum Dots as a color filter that converts the light from MiniLEDs into a specific color. The result is more vibrant and accurate color reproduction, and that’s exactly the tack TCL is taking in promoting its latest displays.
TCL claims that X11G’s peak brightness is 5000 nits with a 5000:1 contrast ratio. The display has 5184 zones, and also features a M2+TXR Mini LED chip, with a 157% BT.709 color gamut and color accuracy with a ΔE of less than 0.99. The Q10G Pro has an XDR peak brightness of 2200 nits, 2200:1 dynamic contrast ratio, and a 98% DCI-P3 color gamut. The Q10G Pro also features a 144-Hz 4K panel that can switch to 240-Hz mode. The Q10G Pro is equipped with the same M2+TXR chip for image processing. Both models include the latest Wi-Fi 6 technology, four HDMI 2.1 ports, and a USB 3.0 interface.
| Product | Size (inch) | Price (CNY) | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| QD-Mini LED X11G | 98 | ¥45,999 | $6,984 |
| QD-Mini LED X11G | 85 | ¥28,599 | $4,347 |
| QD-Mini LED X11G | 75 | ¥20,399 | $3,107 |
| Q10G Pro | 98 | ¥22,499 | $3,430 |
| Q10G Pro | 85 | ¥11,099 | $1,697 |
| Q10G Pro | 75 | ¥7,999 | $1,216 |
| Q10G Pro | 65 | ¥6,099 | $932 |
| Q10G Pro | 55 | ¥4,249 | $645 |
TCL’s QD-MiniLED X11G is available in China for pre-order starting March 21 and will officially be launched on March 31. It is offered in three different sizes: 98 inches (¥45,999 or $6,984 USD), 85 inches (¥28,599 or $4,347 USD), and 75 inches (¥20,499 or $3,107 USD). In addition to the QD-Mini LED X11G, TCL also unveiled the Q10G Pro, which has been upgraded in several areas. Despite these improvements, TCL has maintained the same price range as its predecessor. The Q10G Pro comes in a range of sizes, including 98 inches (¥22,599 or $3,430 USD), 85 inches (¥11,199 or $1,697 USD), 75 inches (¥8,000 or $1,216 USD), 65 inches (¥6,148 or $932 USD), and 55 inches (¥4,248 or $645 USD). Furthermore, the 85-inch model of the Q10G Pro has even seen a price decrease of $277 USD compared to its predecessor, making it an even more appealing option for tech-savvy consumers.
I’d love to see how the 98-inch X11G performs because if the prices and features have translated properly, that’s an exceptional value. Although QD-miniLED technology offers significant improvements in color and brightness, it also has some challenges and issues that need to be addressed. First, there’s the cost, which makes the pricing on these TVs seem pretty aggressive, even for the local market—the production process for QD-MiniLEDs is complex and time-consuming. Another issue is the potential for color bleeding or blooming and achieving uniformity across the panel because the LEDs are so small and densely packed. Finally, there is still some debate around the long-term durability of QD-MiniLEDs. I don’t think that debate is going to be resolved any time soon, even as products are being this confidently rolled out into the market.
