TCL 85 inches QD Mini-LED C81K 4K (2025) + TCL Q85H PRO
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Product number | 961389 | |
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Manufacturer code | 85C81K | |
Brand | TCL | |
Processing of your defect | At your home | |
Old product returned for free |
Image quality | Excellent | |
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Screen type | Mini-LED | |
Screen size | 85 inches | |
Sharpness | 4K (UHD) | |
Refresh rate | 100 Hz | |
Refresh rate for gaming | 144 Hz | |
Color depth | 1 billion colors (10-bit) | |
Recommended for television use | Home cinema, Optimal gaming, Stream series and movies, Watch sports optimally |
Quality viewing angle | Good | |
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Pixel structure | RGB | |
Local dimming | ||
Type local dimming | Full Array | |
HDR support | ||
Type of HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG | |
Input lag | 5,7 ms | |
QLED |
Smart TV | ||
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Smart platform type | Extensive | |
Smart platform | Google TV | |
Bluetooth | ||
DLNA | ||
AirPlay | ||
AirPlay version | AirPlay 2 | |
Chromecast built in | ||
Media player |
Sound quality according to Coolblue | Very good | |
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Built-in soundbar | ||
Number of speakers | 6 | |
Continuous/nominal total output capacity (RMS) | 90 W | |
Subwoofer |
Sleep timer | ||
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Light sensor | ||
Pivotable stand |
Controls via app | ||
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Controlled via Android app | ||
Controlled via Apple app | ||
Voice control |
CI/CI+ slot | ||
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Digital tuner | ||
Digital video signal | Digitenne (DVB-T), Digitenne (DVB-T2) | |
DVB-T Twin tuner |
Antenna connector | ||
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Female HDMI Type A port version | 2.1 | |
Number of Female HDMI type A 2.1 ports | 4 | |
HDMI eARC | ||
Digital optical connector | ||
Headphone jack | ||
USB port | ||
Component video connector | ||
Composite connector | ||
Network connector | ||
RCA connector | ||
VGA connector |
VESA mount option | ||
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VESA mount | 600mm x 500mm | |
Including TV mount |
Energy label | E | |
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Energy consumption per 1000h | 128 kWh | |
Energy consumption HDR per 1000h | 465 kWh |
Color | Black | |
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Height | 108,6 cm | |
Width | 189 cm | |
Depth | 6,3 cm | |
Weight | 38,9 kg | |
Height including stand | 115 cm | |
Width including stand | 189 cm | |
Depth with stand | 37 cm | |
TV stand type | 1 stand | |
Stand height | 6 cm | |
Total weight including stand | 41,6 kg | |
Year introduced | 2025 | |
Product line | C81K |
Product number | 963236 | |
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Manufacturer code | Q85H PRO | |
Brand | TCL | |
Processing of your defect | Via Coolblue | |
Old product returned for free |
Height | 6 cm | |
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Width | 104 cm | |
Depth | 11 cm | |
Weight | 5,3 kg | |
Color | Black |
Separate subwoofer | ||
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Wireless subwoofer | ||
Subwoofer height | 24 cm | |
Subwoofer width | 42 cm | |
Subwoofer depth | 36,5 cm | |
Subwoofer weight | 7,5 kg |
Number of audio channels | 7 | |
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Number of subwoofer channels | 1 | |
Sound reproduction | Surround | |
Surround sound | Dolby Atmos | |
Dolby Atmos | True Dolby Atmos, Virtual Dolby Atmos | |
Hi-Res audio | ||
Radio |
HDMI connector | ||
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HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) | ||
Digital optical connector | ||
Network connector | ||
USB port | ||
USB function | Charging an external device, Device connection, Play media, Software updates |
Bluetooth | ||
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Built-in WiFi | ||
Plays from network | ||
Multi-room audio | ||
NFC | ||
DLNA | ||
Spotify Connect | ||
AirPlay | ||
Google Cast |
Compatible with smartphone / apps | ||
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Controls via app | ||
Controlled via Android app | ||
Controlled via Apple app | ||
Controlled via Windows app |
According to our television expert
With this bundle, you can enjoy your own home cinema.
Thanks to the Mini-LED local dimming, you can watch bright and high-contrast images.
The QLED technology ensures rich, realistic colors.
This TV shows less bright images than the C91K.
Get your own home cinema with the TCL 85 inches QD Mini-LED C81K 4K (2025) + TCL Q85H PRO TV and soundbar bundle.
TelevisionWith the TCL 85 inches QD Mini-LED C81K 4K (2025), you can enjoy bright images and deep sound. This TV has Mini-LED local dimming for a strong contrast and a high brightness. There are thousands of small LED lights behind the screen that light up or dim pixels individually. You won't see a gray glow along bright objects on the screen this way, like car headlights. Thanks to the QLED technology, the colors on the screen of the 85C81K are extra realistic. The tiny Quantum Dots only let the correct colors through.
SoundbarWith the TCL Q85H PRO, you get a complete home cinema. You can enjoy clear sound with a deep bass that completely surrounds you. The soundbar has True Dolby Atmos, so the sound bounces via the ceiling and the walls to your seat. That way, you can hear spatial audio and hear an airplane from a movie flying over your head, for example. Thanks to the subwoofer, you can hear a strong bass. These tones add more depth to movies and series, which makes them sound more realistic. With the rear speakers, you can enjoy sound from the back. This way, you surround yourself with sound and it feels like you're in the middle of the movie.
Sound quality
Image quality
Design
The TCL QD Mini-led C81K is a top-class mini-led TV. Thanks to the mini-led local dimming and the QLED screen, I can watch bright images with rich colors. Films and series appear realistically, even in direct sunlight. The TV also has built-in Bang & Olufsen speakers and subwoofers, so you don't need a soundbar if you're not a film lover.
Suitable for any living room The QD mini-led screen makes the C81K suitable for any room. Behind the screen are thousands of small LED lights that dim or illuminate individually. In direct sunlight, I hardly see any reflections, colors are realistic and dark parts of the image are deep black. In a scene with fireworks, every color shade appears on the screen and I don't see a gray glow around the light sources. So do you have a living room with a lot of natural light or do you have a lot of lamps? Then I definitely recommend the C81K.
Very good sound The TCL C81K has built-in Bang & Olufsen speakers and subwoofers. This makes the sound realistic and deep, especially when compared to the speakers of other televisions. I can hear every detail of a film or series. Even at higher volumes, I find the sound realistic. If you are a film lover, then a separate sound system such as a soundbar is still recommended. Do you not watch that many films or series, or do you mainly play games with headphones? Then the speakers of the C81K are more than sufficient.
Luxurious design Compared to the TCL C61K and C71K, the C81K has a more luxurious appearance. The TV stands on one foot and has a beautiful brushed metal finish. The foot is somewhat heavier than the 2 feet of the C61K, but is just as easy to attach. The material not only looks luxurious, but also feels sturdy and reliable. I would take this TV with me without any worries when moving.
Jordin. Televisie specialist.
6 June 2025
Automatically translated from Nederlands
After unpacking the TV, it's immediately noticeable how incredibly large and flat it is. It's a beautifully designed and high-quality TV. After installing it, which was very quick and easy, I extensively tested the picture quality with movies, PlayStation games, and regular TV. The picture certainly didn't disappoint; it's generally very sharp, with good brightness and contrast, and vibrant colors. It was my first mini-LED TV, and coming from LCD, this is a truly great upgrade. In my opinion, the menu interfaces are fast, intuitive, and easy to use. The sound quality is also surprisingly positive for such a thin TV; the speakers are made in collaboration with B&O, and you can definitely tell by their pristine quality. In short, a very good TV for a very competitive price.
Mooidris88
18 July 2025
Automatically translated from Nederlands
The TCL 65C81K arrived neatly packaged in a practical box. The manual is quite limited, but fortunately, installation is largely self-explanatory. However, for less technical users—such as seniors—the lack of clear instructions can be a barrier. The first attempt to set up the TV via the Google Home app failed, but manual installation went smoothly afterward. Once operational, the Google TV environment is immediately noticeable: clear, intuitive, and fast. A nice bonus is the integration with the Google Nest doorbell: when the doorbell rings, an image automatically appears on the screen. Very convenient. In terms of image quality, this TCL TV is truly impressive. The brightness is high, the colors are vibrant, and the contrast is excellent. The sound is also good: the internal speakers deliver a full and pleasant sound that is more than sufficient for everyday use. One minor drawback is the CI+ module, which regularly indicated it wasn't positioned correctly. It turns out that the module's placement is quite precise. Ultimately, it worked, but it took a while for the module to make proper contact. The TV is easy to control with the TCL app, which is much more convenient for text input than the minimalist remote control. All in all, a very well-equipped smart TV with many modern features and excellent picture quality. Highly recommended.
Jeffrey
22 July 2025
Automatically translated from Nederlands
