I've been recommending TCL QLED TVs as a great value ever since I tested the QM7 last year. With time, TCL has been pushing what consumers can get for their money even further. I covered the great deal on the more premium QM8L last week, and now the midrange version, the QM7L, is getting its turn in the deal spotlight.
Right now, the 65-inch version is $897.99 (originally $1,499.99), after a 40% discount. That's the lowest price this 2026 mini-LED TV has yet reached, according to price tracking tools. Other sizes are also seeing great discounts right now, and you can save an additional $50 or $100 if you pair the purchase with a TCL sound system.
The QM7L sits between the more budget QM6K and the more premium QM8L. It is available from 55 inches up to 98 inches. All sizes will have a different number of dimming zones; the 65-inch version has 1,152, offering strong contrast and deep black levels, even when scenes have bright areas (especially noticeable around subtitles).
This TV advertises a maximum brightness of 3,000 nits, but reviews suggest it's actually higher, up to 3,500. Its glossy display could help lessen reflections from sunlight, but you'll notice rainbow smearing if you have a direct light in front of the TV. The biggest con of the QM7L is the color accuracy. Reviews like this find the image will look warmer out of the box than intended, and that HDR content will have a blue tint. However, the TV can always be calibrated.
The biggest selling point of the QM7L is the value it offers for the price. Coming in at over $600 less than the QM8L for the 65-inch version, it is a smart pick for those who want premium features and specs without breaking the bank. If you're looking for a great deal on a midrange mini-LED QLED from 2026, you can't go wrong with this one.
