TCL 98QM6K 98"

Manufacturer: TCL

The TCL 98QM6K is a large-screen television built around a 97.5″ QLED Mini-LED LCD panel running at a native 4K resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels. Designed for viewers who prioritize screen real estate, it incorporates Mini-LED backlighting alongside a contrast ratio of 5000:1 and a pixel density of 45 ppi, with 1.07 billion colors rendered at 10-bit depth. The panel also features an anti-reflection coating and an ambient light sensor, and operates within a temperature range of 5 °C to 35 °C.

On the technical side, the TCL 98QM6K supports a broad range of HDR formats — including HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and HLG — while its 144Hz refresh rate is complemented by AMD FreeSync, FreeSync Premium, and FreeSync Premium Pro for adaptive synchronization. Connectivity includes four HDMI 2.1 ports with ARC and eARC support, two USB ports, Bluetooth 5.4, Wi-Fi 5, and one RJ45 port. The audio system covers Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, DTS-HD High Resolution, and includes a built-in subwoofer with stereo speakers. Smart features encompass Google Assistant, Chromecast, AirPlay, voice commands, and a built-in browser running on the integrated smart TV platform.

Pros

Supports all four major HDR formats — HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and HLG — covering a wide range of content sources
Four HDMI 2.1 ports provide ample high-bandwidth connections for multiple devices simultaneously
AMD FreeSync Premium Pro adaptive sync combined with a 144Hz refresh rate makes the screen well-suited for gaming use cases
Comprehensive audio format support includes Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and DTS-HD High Resolution, along with a built-in subwoofer
Wide 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angles ensure consistent picture quality across a broad seating area
Chromecast, AirPlay, and smartphone remote support offer flexible wireless streaming and control options

Cons

No 3.5 mm headset jack limits direct headphone connectivity options
Lacks an external memory slot, restricting local storage expansion beyond USB recording
Does not support Alexa or Siri/Apple HomeKit, limiting integration with those smart home ecosystems
At 53,302 g, the unit's substantial weight makes repositioning or wall-mounting a more demanding physical task
The remote control is not rechargeable, requiring conventional battery replacement
Wi-Fi support tops out at Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) with no Wi-Fi 6 or higher available

Who is this for?

This television is well-matched for home theater enthusiasts who want a large, immersive screen, given its 97.5″ panel with full HDR format coverage including Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos for cinematic picture and sound reproduction. Gamers will also find it a capable choice, as the 144Hz refresh rate combined with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and four HDMI 2.1 ports support high-frame-rate gaming with reduced screen tearing. Additionally, households that stream across multiple platforms and ecosystems will benefit from the built-in Chromecast, AirPlay, Google Assistant, and smart TV platform with voice command support.

Who is this NOT for?

Users working within tight or confined spaces will find the unit's dimensions of 2180.1 mm wide and 1246.9 mm tall, combined with a weight of over 53 kg, a significant practical challenge for installation or repositioning. Those heavily invested in Amazon or Apple smart home ecosystems may also find the experience limiting, as Alexa and Siri/Apple HomeKit are not supported. Furthermore, users who require direct headphone connectivity will be inconvenienced by the absence of a 3.5 mm audio jack, and those expecting expandable local storage will find no external memory slot available.

Display:

display resolution	4K (UHD)
Display type	QLED, LED-backlit, LCD, Mini-LED
screen size	97.5"
resolution	3840 x 2160 px
pixel density	45 ppi
display colors	1070 million
bit depth	10-bit
contrast ratio	5000:1
refresh rate	144Hz
supports HDR10	✓
supports HDR10+	✓
supports Dolby Vision	✓
supports HLG	✓
Adaptive synchronization	AMD FreeSync, AMD FreeSync Premium, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro
has anti-reflection coating	✓
has an ambient light sensor	✓
maximum horizontal viewing angle	178º
maximum vertical viewing angle	178º

The TCL 98QM6K features a 97.5″ QLED Mini-LED LCD panel with a 4K (UHD) resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels at 45 ppi, rendering up to 1.07 billion colors at 10-bit depth. Its 5000:1 contrast ratio is supported by a 144Hz refresh rate and adaptive synchronization via AMD FreeSync, FreeSync Premium, and FreeSync Premium Pro. The display covers all major HDR formats — HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and HLG — and offers wide viewing angles of 178° both horizontally and vertically. An anti-reflection coating and an ambient light sensor round out the panel's capabilities.

Connectivity:

Has Bluetooth	✓
HDMI version	HDMI 2.1
HDMI ports	4
supports Wi-Fi	✓
Wi-Fi version	Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Bluetooth version	5.4
USB ports	2
RJ45 ports	1
supports Miracast	✓
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack	✕
has an external memory slot	✕
has a VGA connector	✕
DVB standards	DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-C, DVB-S, DVB-S2
has a DVI connector	✕

The TCL 98QM6K is equipped with four HDMI 2.1 ports alongside two USB ports and one RJ45 ethernet port for wired networking. Wireless connectivity is handled by Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) and Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), complemented by Bluetooth 5.4 and Miracast support. Broadcast reception covers DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-C, DVB-S, and DVB-S2 standards. The television does not include a 3.5 mm headset jack, an external memory slot, a VGA connector, or a DVI connector.

Audio:

supports Dolby Digital	✓
has DTS Surround	✓
supports Digital Out	✓
supports Dolby Digital Plus	✓
has SRS TheaterSound HD	✕
has stereo speakers	✓
has Dolby Atmos	✓
has Dolby Audio	✓
supports Dolby Virtual	✕
has a subwoofer	✓
has a DTS-HD High Resolution	✓
has DTS:X	✓
HDMI ARC / eARC	HDMI ARC, HDMI eARC

The TCL 98QM6K carries a well-rounded audio setup with stereo speakers and a built-in subwoofer, supported by Digital Out and HDMI ARC as well as HDMI eARC for external audio routing. On the format side, it supports Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, and Dolby Audio, while DTS coverage includes DTS:X, DTS-HD High Resolution, and DTS Surround. SRS TheaterSound HD and Dolby Virtual are not supported.

Design:

width	2180.1 mm
weight	53302 g
thickness	64 mm
height	1246.9 mm
volume	173975.46816 cm³
Supports VESA mount	✓
maximum operating temperature	35 °C
lowest potential operating temperature	5 °C

The TCL 98QM6K measures 2180.1 mm wide, 1246.9 mm tall, and 64 mm thick, with a total volume of approximately 173,975 cm³. It weighs 53,302 g and supports VESA mounting. The unit is rated to operate within a temperature range of 5 °C to 35 °C.

Features:

has Chromecast built-in	✓
has AirPlay	✓
has built-in smart TV	✓
compatible with Google Assistant	✓
works with Alexa	✕
works with Siri/Apple HomeKit	✕
supports a remote smartphone	✓
has a rechargeable remote control	✕
supports USB recording	✓
standby power consumption	0.5W
has a search browser	✓
has a sleep timer	✓
has a child lock	✓
warranty period	1 years
has voice commands	✓

The TCL 98QM6K runs a built-in smart TV platform with an integrated browser, Chromecast, AirPlay, and Google Assistant compatibility, while Alexa and Siri/Apple HomeKit are not supported. It accepts voice commands and can be controlled via a smartphone used as a remote, though the physical remote control is not rechargeable. Practical utilities include USB recording, a sleep timer, and a child lock. Standby power consumption sits at 0.5W, and the television comes with a one-year warranty.

Final Verdict

The TCL 98QM6K positions itself as a large-format television built around a technically comprehensive feature set, combining a 97.5″ Mini-LED panel with full HDR format support, a robust audio system, and 144Hz refresh rate with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro — making it a genuinely capable option for both dedicated home theater setups and high-frame-rate gaming environments. Its connectivity breadth, spanning four HDMI 2.1 ports, Bluetooth 5.4, and multi-platform casting support, adds further practical versatility. That said, the unit's considerable physical footprint and the absence of certain ecosystem integrations mean it suits a specific type of installation and user profile rather than a universal audience. Overall, the TCL 98QM6K is a well-specified screen for those who can accommodate its scale and are looking for a single display to handle cinematic, gaming, and smart TV duties without compromise.