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TCL’s 65-inch Q8 144Hz Google Smart TV now $1,500 off the original 2025 launch price

It’s that time of year, just ahead of the Super Bowl, when we start to see some notable price drops on smart TVs start to land at major retailers. One of the more popular models that delivers some notable bang for your buck seeing a solid discount right now is the 65-inch TCL QM8K Series QD-Mini LED 4K 144Hz Google Smart TV that is now $500 off the going rate, and more like $1,500 less than its 2025 launch price.

Amazon is now offering the 65-inch TCL QM8K Series QD-Mini LED 4K 144Hz Google Smart TV at $997.99 shipped

This model launched in mid 2025 at $2,500 before quickly settling down to something closer to $1,500 come fall. Currently still regularly listed at the full $2,500 via Best Buy where it is marked down to a similar $999.99, today’s deal is at least $500 off the of the most recent going rate and the best price we can find. 

You’re looking at one of he brand’s upper range Q8 models that delivers a QD-Mini LED CrystGlow WHVA Panel with a 3840×2160 resolution and a solid 144Hz refresh rate – this thing is as ready for Super Bowl LX as it is for your console gaming rig. Dolby Vision, HDR 10, HDR 10+, Hybrid Log-Gamma, and built-in Google Assistant and Alexa voice control join “blistering fast 288 VRR alongside Auto Game Mode (ALLM) with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro. 

On top of that, you’ll find Bluetooth connectivity, four HDMI inputs “for the best connection to gaming consoles,” Apple’s AirPlay 2 casting, Chromecast action, and more. 

TCL QM8K Series Google Smart TV features:

TCL QM8K Series Smart TV is The New, Ultimate Choice TV for fast action movies, sports, and next level gaming TCL’s Halo Control System that includes the New Super High Energy LED Microchip, Condensed Micro Lens, Micro OD Reduced Optical Distance, CrystGlow WHVA Panel, Enhanced QLED, Zero Delay Transient Response, Bi-direction 23-bit Backlight Controller, and Dynamic Light Algorithm for Stunning “Halo-Free” Images. With up to LD3800 Precise Dimming Series and up to HDR5000 Brightness, you’ll experience pure black levels and a great picture in virtually any room lighting environment.

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Justin is a senior deal Jedi over at 9to5Toys where he heads up our game/app coverage and more. He also covers all things music for 9to5Mac, including the weekly Logic Pros series exploring music production on Mac and iOS devices