Best QLED TV Deals for November 2021: Samsung and Vizio

Standing for quantum light emitting diode, QLED TVs work using quantum dots which give incredible contrast and sharpness, to make your movies and games look even better than on standard LED TVs. OLED TVs aren’t cheap. But it is possible to find top brands like LG and Samsung at more affordable prices if you take advantage of the early Black Friday deals happening this year. To save you some cash, we’ve hunted down the best QLED TV deals and shared them below.

Best QLED TV deals

Hisense 50-inch U6G Series QLED 4K Android TV — $450, was $500
58-inch Vizio M-series QLED 4K TV — $600, was $770
Hisense 65-Inch 65U6G Quantum Series ULED 4K Smart TV with Alexa — $700, was $850
75-inch Vizio M-series QLED 4K TV — $1,200, was $1,300
65-Inch Samsung QN900A QLED 8K TV — $3,300, was $5,000
75-inch Samsung QN800A QLED 8K TV — $3,300, was $4,800
85-inch Samsung Q900TS QLED 8K UHD TV — $5,679, was $5,998

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8K TVs are far from the norm, but if you're itching to see what the next-generation of high-resolution programming is going to look like, now's your chance with this massive Samsung model. more

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If you want to experience a QLED TV but you don't want to spend big bucks, this modestly-sized TV offers those beautiful QLED colors and deep contrast, plus voice controls and other smart features. more

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If you want quantum dot LED technology at a relatively affordable price, this 65-inch Hisense H9G 4K ULED TV is an excellent way to entertain yourself and keep your finances in the green. more

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Enjoy your content in stunning detail with this QLED 8K TV from Samsung. Even if content is coming in at 4K or lower, the TV will upscale to 8K to give you the best possible image. more

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This TV was already a shockingly good price for a 75-inch TV, but now it's just insane. Dolby Vision HDR, Android TV, Chromecast, and Google Assistant voice commands makes this a great overall TV. more

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With Samsung technology for bright colors, fast processing, and Alexa built-in, this TV has all the latest modern features you could need to upgrade your home theater. more

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The Samsung Q70T is fully loaded with every feature a hardcore cinephile could ever need, putting you directly in the director's seat of any film. more

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Ultra-precise contrast with game-changing mesh light control. AI based processing. 4K upscaling. Exceptional motion enhancements up to 4K 120Hz -- this TV gives you all that and more. more

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This TV from TCL's 5 series has QLED technology for a stunning picture that is rich, deep, and colorful. The Roku operating system provides easy access to your favorite streaming services. more

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This Samsung TV not only displays stunning 4K visuals, but it's also able to transform into an art gallery. It comes with Alexa built in for easier control and convenient operation. more

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This 65-inch model is the ideal size for most living rooms, with a quantum processor for upscaling your content to 4K and an ambient mode which helps it blend into your room when not in use. more

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Bright colors and beautiful contrast in a smaller package, for the best resolution and quality in a 32-inch package. Perfect for a smaller room or a second screen. more

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With its impressive 8K resolution and a super fast Neo Quantum Processor, this TV from Samsung will display super high definition content in its most beautiful form. more

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Get all the latest technology you want, like QLED display, 4K resolution, smart features, gaming features, Dolby Vision, and support for AirPlay 2 in one affordable package. more

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One of Samsung's top of the line TVs, this model has QLED, 4K resolution, a fast 4K quantum processor for upscaling, and stunning contrast and colors. more

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Superb image quality, thanks to the use of quantum dots, in a highly affordable 55-inch 4K HDR Roku TV defines the 2020 5-Series. When you add Roku's smart and simple software, it's a no-brainer. more

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With a sharp QLED image and Roku operating system installed, this TV is an easy way to enjoy your favorite streaming content in beautiful quality with minimal setup required. more

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Enjoy the best of the best with both QLED and 8K. This stunning TV from Samsung is packed full of the latest technology and smart features for ease of use. more

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A bright QLED TV with crispy 4K resolution that is ideal for watching movies, playing games, and much more. It has a gaming-friendly features and an ultra-thin bezel for a clean look. more

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With Samsung's AI-powered processing, you can enjoy upscaled content so everything you watch can look as good as possible. Plus there's support for Alexa so you can control your TV using your voice. more

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When you want a TV that looks amazing both when you're using it and when you're not, you need The Frame. This 65-inch model offers QLED technology and displays art when not in use. more

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If you want a TV that's large and in charge, this 75-inch model can display your movies beautifully, plus it can make your games look even better with its gaming mode. more

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Designed with QLED technology, quantum HDR, and more, the Samsung Q60A is packed with everything a cinephile could need for a fully immersive experience that no ordinary 4K TV could match. more

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How to choose a QLED TV

Size. This is the first stop when choosing any new television. Measure the space available in the area it will reside, then write down the figure (we don’t want to make a mistake here). Next, make a note that screen size is not equal to the length of the television itself. You will need to consult the dimensions for this measurement, which takes us on to the next step: Gather a handful of QLED TVs that could do the trick, then check their dimensions.

Found a couple that will fit? Now, let’s start to tunnel in one the one that’s best suited to you. Because there are two main brands that make QLED TVs, this shouldn’t be too difficult. If it’s out-of-the-box streaming you’re after and cash is tight, opt for a Vizio. Rather have a television that’s bound to stand the test of time? Choose a Samsung. After all, it didn’t secure its title as the world’s largest television manufacturer by churning out slop.

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To be clear, this doesn’t mean that Samsung’s QLED TVs can’t stream content to boot. They’re armed with the latest version of its Tizen OS smart software, which offers one-click access to all of the top streaming services, like Amazon Prime Video and Netflix — and that’s bound to be more than enough for the average viewer. But if you have more niche viewing habits, the Vizio with its built-in Chromecast may be the better choice.

However, unless you’re shopping on a strict budget, we’d almost always recommend going with a Samsung. It’s the creator of QLED, and it licenses the name to other manufacturers that wish to adopt it, so it knows a thing or two about making them. The only difference is that you’ll be paying a premium to have a Samsung — Vizio’s models are considered more affordable alternatives. Plus, a $30 Roku will easily bridge the streaming gap.

Torn between the Samsung models? Here’s how they compare on paper:

	Samsung Q60R	Samsung Q70R	Samsung Q80R	Samsung Q90R
Backlight	Edge-lit	Full-Array	Full-Array	Full-Array
Dimming Zones		48	96	480
Refresh Rate	120Hz (Native)	120Hz (Native)	120Hz (Native)	120Hz (Native)
HDMI Ports	4	4	4	4
Smart Software	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Q Ultra Wide Angle	No	No	Yes	Yes
4K Upscaler	UHD Engine	UHD Engine	UHD Engine	UHD Engine

Aside from the obvious design differences, the most notable differentiation is that the Q60R has an edge-lit backlight, so it can’t quite reach the same contrast levels as the other three — so it doesn’t make detail pop quite as well. But again, it’s in a different league to a standard LED TV. The other three all have what’s known as a full-array backlight, which can shut off individual sections of the screen to achieve a darker black level.

What sets them aside from each other is the number of dimming zones each model has. The Q70R has a total of 48, versus 96 on the Q80R and 480 on the Q90R. All this means is the Q90R can shut off smaller sections of the screen to produce more accurate contrast. It’s at this level that the differences will really only matter to die-hard film buffs. For the average viewer looking to spice up their viewing, the Q60R is bound to impress.

Those after the best experience Samsung has to offer will have their fate decided by budget — even on sale, there’s a considerable gap between the Q70R, Q80R, and Q90R.

Are QLED TVs better than OLED TVs?

In short, OLED TVs are better than QLED TVs. Why? Because they have better viewing angles, can reach a more obsidian-like black level, and consume a lot less power. They also have a faster response time, less input lag, and a higher refresh rate. But this best-in-class viewing doesn’t come cheap, which is why those who don’t necessarily need the best experience that money can buy (or can’t afford it) opt for second-best: A QLED TV.

In the real world, though, there’s little between them. Unless you had an OLED TV and a QLED TV in the same room, you wouldn’t even know what you’re missing out on. The fact of the matter is, if your run-of-the-mill LED TV isn’t cutting it anymore and you’re looking to breathe fresh life into your entertainment setup, a QLED TV is a fantastic way to go: The richer color and more accurate detail, even without HDR, is a monumental step up.

Do QLED TVs have HDR?

Yes, all QLED TVs have HDR. Remember: They are designed to represent some of the finest hardware manufacturers have to offer, so it wouldn’t make sense if they weren’t equipped with the latest software, too. After all, it’s HDR that draws richer detail and more accurate color from the scene at hand, bringing the picture to life. Samsung invented its own HDR format to do this: HDR10, which was later succeeded by HDR10+ — the latest version.

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