IFA 23 > Ultra HD 4K Mini LED TV TCL 85C805 and TCL 98C805: indicative price update

The Mini LED C805 TV series will soon have six references with the addition of the TCL 85C805 (216 cm) and TCL 98C805 (249 cm) to the TCL 50C805 (50'', 127 cm), TCL 55C805 (55'', 140 cm). ), TCL 65C805 (165 cm) and TCL 75C805 (191 cm). If in terms of design, the 85''/98'' are identical to their little brothers, we note however that the central foot of the 98'' gives way to a double foot located at both ends of the panel, to avoid tilting accidental of the latter.

TCL 85C805 and TCL 98C805, what developments on the menu? To make a long story short, in terms of specifications, the TCL 85C805 and TCL 98C805 take over all of those of the smaller models, modulo two three major developments. First of all, the number of zones differs: 880 for the 85C805 and 1,344 for the 98C805, and respectively 5,280 and 8,064 diodes. Then, the light peak at 1,500 nits on the 85'' compared to 1,600 nits on the 98'', and a 2.1 sound section delivering 60 W on the 98 inch. Finally, but this requires confirmation, the 98'' benefited from the Wi-Fi 6 protocol (compared to Wi-Fi 5 on the other C805 screens).

TCL C805, the main specifications Ultra HD 4K LCD VA 144 Hz models, TCL C805 televisions are equipped with a native 10-bit panel. Good news, we find on the Mini LED backlighting system the fifth generation TCL C805 screens OD20 (distance between the backlighting system and the LCD panel of 20 mm), and more generally all the recipes for the TCL C845 (see our news TCL C845 4K Ultra HD TV: Mini LED OD10, QLED, 2,000 nits, HDR10+, Dolby Vision/Atmos, 144 Hz and Google TV). Firstly, diodes that are all strictly identical, particularly in terms of efficiency (electrical efficiency, wavelength, power) to ensure perfect homogeneity of the image, but also in colorimetric terms for total uniformity and to combat the Demura effect ( also called Clouding) directly from the backlighting system and no longer only at the LCD panel. Likewise, these onboard LEDs are capable of changing state extremely quickly, a period of time less than that necessary to display an image, even with a 120 hertz signal. Called Direct Drive by TCL, this feature eliminates shadow problems on moving objects.

Similarly, the LEDs of TCL C805 TVs offer ultra-precise control of the brightness delivered, according to a million levels, says the brand. Thus, the slightest variations in the image are taken into account and reproduced on the screen for increased realism. Finally, TCL indicates that the diodes of the C805 screens are no longer square but round with a view to better control of the light generated and the significant reduction of the halo phenomenon (Blooming) still visible on the Mini LED diffusers.

In addition to a reduced optical distance and an increased number of zones, the Mini LED backlight system of the C805 displays has another new feature. The first, called Dynamic Alpha Technology, allows the brightness of each of the Mini LED zones to be varied over 16 levels. This fine-tuning makes it possible, for example, to specifically manage the brightness of the areas adjoining those of the subtitles of a film in the Cinemascope black band, by imperceptibly graying out the black in order to eliminate the off-axis Blooming phenomenon. The Dynamic Alpha Technology function also improves the uniformity of the panel.

In total, the backlighting system of TCL C805 televisions includes three major technical developments for quality display announced unprecedented by the brand. And we must admit that the first demonstrations are conclusive with a result almost identical to OLED on axis and very close off axis.

TCL C805, following the main specifications!!! ! On the menu of technical characteristics, still, the TCL C805 televisions benefit from QLED (Quantum Dots) technology which allows 97% coverage of the DCI-P3 gamut. We also find the new AiPQ 3.0 video processing.

TCL C805, connectors and HDR The connection has four HDCP 2.3 certified HDMI 2.1 connectors with HFR 4K/120, eARC (HDMI 4), VRR (from 48 Hz to 144 Hz), FreeSync Premium Pro and ALLM compatibility. There is also a Composite input, an optical output, a USB 2.0 port, an Ethernet port, a headphone output plus a CI+ port.

Management of HDR10, HDR10+ and HDR Dolby Vision technologies, combined with Dolby Vision functionality IQ (brightness sensor), is essential. We can also mention a 120 Hz MEMC motion compensation and an anti blue light mode.

TCL C805, Dolby Atmos compatible Dolby Atmos compatibility is also on the program. Precision, TCL C805 screens are equipped with a DVB-T2, DVB-S2 and DVB-C tuner.

TCL C805, Smart Google TV Of course, like their predecessors, the TCL C805 TVs include the Smart Google TV function (Android 12). For connectivity, the Wi-Fi 5 function is required in addition to Bluetooth 5.0. We still notice the AirPlay 2 / HomeKit and Works with Alexa certifications (requires an Amazon Echo type speaker). In addition to having an internet browser, Voice Search and Chromecast functions, offering access to the Google Play Store rich in several thousand free applications, there is multi-account management, the PIP, the Cast function efficient on Ultra HD content, multitasking management to navigate between several applications, quick access to favorite content via a superimposed side information bar, Google Assistant compatibility, the Google Meet application and the Hands free Voice Control function ( voice control of the TV) without the need for a remote control (miro integrated in the TV).

TCL C805, Game Master Pro 2.0 function with DLG 240 Hz TCL is not forgetting video game enthusiasts with the new Game Master Pro 2.0 feature. In addition to managing the 144 Hz frequency, FreeSync and direct access to various TV settings to optimize the video game experience, the TCL C805 TVs feature minimal Input Lag, less than 6 ms in the presence of a 120 signal. hertz. Finally, as on the TCL C645 TVs (see our TCL C645 news, QLED Ultra HD 4K HDR Dolby Vision/Dolby Atmos TV + VRR 120 Hz 1080p + Google TV), DLG (Dual Line Gate) technology. The latter, by halving the vertical resolution (therefore to 1080p and not 2160p), offers a 240 Hz display for a smoother and more pleasant video game experience.

Availability announced for the month of October. Indicative prices: €2,299 for the TCL 85C805 and €4,999 for the TCL 98C805.

As a reminder, if you would like to know more about TCL's Mini LED strategy, click on the following link: IFA 23 > TV Mini LED TCL: the TCL strategy with interviews with Frédéric Langin and Olivier Semenoux

Reminder of the key characteristics of the TCL 85C805 and TCL 98C805 TVs:

• 10-bit panel

• VA LCD panel

• Ultra HD/4K panel

• 144 Hz panel

• Processor: Quad Core

• Mega Contrast contrast enhancement function

• Wide Color Gamut function

• UHD Color Extender function

• UPnP (DLNA) media gateway function

• DVR function

• eARC function

• VRR function

• ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) function

• 4K HFR 120 function

• Quantum function Dots

• UHD Super Resolution function

• AiPQ 3.0 Engine function

• Game Master Pro 2.0 function

• DLG 240 Hz function

• HDR10 and HDR HLG compatibility

• HDR10+ compatibility

• Miracast compatibility

• HDR Dolby Vision compatibility

• HEVC compatibility

• Dolby Atmos compatibility

• HBBTV compatibility

• FreeSync compatibility

• CEC compatibility

• Channel Ready compatibility

• Bluetooth 5.0 compatibility

• DTS Virtual:X compatibility

• HDCP 2.3 compatibility

• Wi-Fi compatibility ac

• Outputs: 1 optical, 1 headset

• Inputs: 4 HDMI 2.1 inputs, 1 Composite, 1 USB Host 3.0 port, 1 Ethernet port, 1 CI+ port

• AirPlay 2 multimedia

• HomeKit multimedia

• Google Assistant multimedia

• Works with Alexa multimedia

• Google TV multimedia

• Google Meet multimedia

• PPI 4000 multimedia

• MEMC motion compensation

• Local Dimming LED backlighting system

• Input Lag: < 6 ms

• Bright peak: 1,500 nits on the 85'', 1,600 nits on the 98''

• DVB-T2 tuner

• DVB-C tuner

• DVB-S2 tuner

• Sound section: 2.0, 2.1 on the 98''

• Power: 2 x 15 W, 2 x 15 W + 30 W on the 98''