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product_id: 630228376
title: "98-Inch QM85 QLED 4K Smart QD-Mini LED TV with Google TV (98QM851G, 2024 Model) Dolby Vision IQ HDR, Dolby Atmos, Game Accelerator up to 240Hz, Voice Remote, Works with Alexa, Streaming Television"
brand: "tcl"
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# 240Hz Game Accelerator 5,000 nits peak brightness 98-inch immersive display 98-Inch QM85 QLED 4K Smart QD-Mini LED TV with Google TV (98QM851G, 2024 Model) Dolby Vision IQ HDR, Dolby Atmos, Game Accelerator up to 240Hz, Voice Remote, Works with Alexa, Streaming Television

**Brand:** tcl
**Price:** R248076
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Elevate your living room to flagship status with TCL’s 98-inch QLED powerhouse!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 98-Inch QM85 QLED 4K Smart QD-Mini LED TV with Google TV (98QM851G, 2024 Model) Dolby Vision IQ HDR, Dolby Atmos, Game Accelerator up to 240Hz, Voice Remote, Works with Alexa, Streaming Television by tcl
- **How much does it cost?** R248076 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/630228376-98-inch-qm85-qled-4k-smart-qd-mini-led-tv)

## Best For

- tcl enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted tcl brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Next-Level Gaming Edge:** Game Accelerator 240 + Auto Low Latency Mode with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro keeps you ahead in every match.
- • **Smooth Motion, Zero Blur:** 144Hz native refresh rate with Motion Rate 480 and MEMC for buttery-smooth action scenes and gaming.
- • **Unrivaled Brightness & Color:** Up to 5,000 nits peak brightness and Quantum Dot tech covering nearly full DCI-P3 for vivid, lifelike visuals.
- • **Immersive Sound & Smart Control:** Dolby Atmos, ONKYO speakers, voice remote with Google TV & Alexa compatibility for seamless smart home integration.
- • **Cinematic Brilliance in 98 Inches:** Massive QD-Mini LED screen with 5,000+ dimming zones for ultra-deep blacks and dazzling highlights.

## Overview

The TCL 98QM851G is a 2024 flagship 98-inch QD-Mini LED 4K Smart TV featuring over 5,000 local dimming zones, 5,000 nits peak brightness, and Quantum Dot technology for stunning color accuracy. It boasts a 144Hz refresh rate with Motion Rate 480 for ultra-smooth motion, a Game Accelerator up to 240Hz with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro for lag-free gaming, and immersive Dolby Atmos sound powered by ONKYO speakers. Running Google TV with voice remote and Alexa compatibility, it offers a bezel-less design and premium smart features tailored for cinematic and gaming enthusiasts alike.

## Description

TCL QM8 QD-Mini LED Smart TVs combine stunning 4K HDR and advanced Quantum Dot Mini-LED technology in a 360° metal bezel-less design for a true flagship TV experience. With the QLED ULTRA technology and HDR ULTRA with Dolby Vision IQ you can enjoy enhanced contrast, vivid colors, and fine details. TCL’s High Brightness ULTRA Direct LED Backlight produces up to 5,000 nits peak brightness for dazzling specular highlights, perfect for any viewing environment. QD-Mini LED ULTRA, with up to 5,000+ zones, adapts to on-screen content for deep blacks without image blooming powered by TCL's AIPQ PRO Processor, an advanced processor optimizing each scene with machine learning for an unrivaled cinematic experience. 120 Hz native panel refresh rate with Motion Rate 480 focuses on best-in-class motion clarity producing smooth video playback. Game Accelerator 240 and Auto Game Mode makes gameplay blistering fast, keeping you ahead of the competition. TCL QM8 TVs feature Dolby Atmos, DTS Virtual:X, and an all new ONKYO speaker system with up-firing drivers and a built-in subwoofer for a completely immersive experience. Enjoy no compromise performance with TCL QM8 Class Smart TVs, the ultimate TVs.

Review: The Closest Thing I’ve Seen to a Perfect TV (without breaking the bank) - I bought the 75-inch model (2024 model) two months ago. For months, I read professional reviews online, and couldn’t decide among this, the Hisense U8, and (going a step up) the LG C4. I eventually ruled out the C4 because the extra $800 or so for the 77-inch model just wasn’t worth it for whatever minor difference I might actually notice in contrast/blooming in certain scenes when I’m watching a movie. I then ruled out the Hisense because the 75-inch model uses a different panel than the other sizes, with worse contrast (although better off-axis viewing). That left the TCL, which was on my list in the first place for its brightness, fine contrast, and good sound quality. Keep in mind that high brightness does not mean that you’ll just be blinded by light all the time. Rather, certain things are very bright, such as sunsets and headlights, for example. So much so, that it adds almost a 3D aspect to the viewing experience. I find the picture to be stunning, and easy to dial in. I set it to “movie,” and move the color temperature to “warm.” I turn on the motion control, but adjust only the judder reduction, to 1. I turn on the micro contrast to high as well. To me, that’s the most natural and crisp picture for just about everything. It’s not great at upscaling low bitrate or SD content, but that is not a priority for me anyway. I’ve looked for blooming in many different scenes, and only in the most extreme instances of contrast — with a bright light moving in a pitch-black environment — do I see very minor blooming. You have to be looking for blooming like a hawk though to detect any lack of total blackness in the black areas of the screen. The contrast is striking, the colors look natural, and the picture can be as bright as you need it to be. I think the sound is great. Booming, even… and the dialogue is crisp and easy to understand when you set it to “voice.” Some reviews say “get a soundbar,” but those reviewers must have very high standards, because I can’t imagine needing more sound, unless you have a massive room or expect to feel like you’re in an IMAX theater. But you may demand more from audio than I do. The interface for Google TV is very good and responsive, and I don’t notice any lag to speak of. I’ll note that I connect the TV directly with an Ethernet cable just to ensure a constant, fast connection without interference. I just have nothing bad to say about this TV. It looks and sounds great. My last TCL TV was still working fine after seven years, and hopefully this one will too. Worth every penny!
Review: Solid TV - Great depending on content and picture source. - So far I am pretty happy with this TV. I am coming from a 55" LG B9 oled and sit about 10 feet away from the TV. At first, I was a little disappointed with the upscaling for YoutubeTV and similar streaming 720p or 1080p feeds. Some of that may be going from the 55" to 65" but sitting at the same distance. It has gotten better however and it really does seem to depend on the quality of the feed, not necessarily the TV itself. Some channels or shows look really really good. Some can be grainy with motion. Just depends. On any other content (for instance streaming 4k, Dolby Vision, etc) the TV is tremendous. It is indeed very bright and can really "pop" if that's what you're looking for. Again, it really depends on the content. Coming from an OLED, I have yet to tell much difference at all between the blacks here and OLED-level blacks. There might just be the faintest amount of blooming that I can notice but that just might be my eyes. It gets plenty dark with very "inky" blacks. I would recommend upgrading the firmware when you get the TV to version V201, which can be found on the Avsforum page for this TV. Everyone there says that is the best firmware and made a big improvement on motion handling with the TV. I installed it immediately upon getting the TV so don't have anything to compare it to, but again as of now I am pretty pleased with the picture quality as long as the source is solid. The google TV interface is pretty fast and responsive so far. 64 gb storage internally is plenty to install lots of apps. Ethernet is only 100 mbps so may want to get a 1gb adapter for the USB 3.0 port - that's what I am doing. I am debating about trying a Nvidia Shield Pro to see if it can upgrade the upscaling at all but I don't think it will be a major upgrade. I have not used it for gaming at all but would assume it would look great with lots of pop, similar to what you would see with HDR or dolby vision content.

## Features

- desertcart's Handpicked Choice: Highlighted on desertcart's Handpicked Television page under the Tech Spotlight section for its exceptional quality and advanced features.
- 4K UltraHD Resolution - Experience incredible detail with 4X the resolution of 1080p Full HDTVs.
- QD-Mini LED ULTRA - With up to 5,000 local dimming zones, and precise zone control utilizing the powerful TCL AIPQ PRO Processor, QM8 is the ultimate 4K TV. QD-Mini LED ULTRA delivers stunning picture quality with simultaneous ultra deep blacks and ultra bright whites, and higher color volume, for premium picture quality in any room environment.
- QLED ULTRA – Quantum Dot Technology - Rich, vibrant colors covering nearly the entire DCI-P3 color space to bring images to life.
- High Brightness ULTIMATE LED Backlight - With up to 5,000 Nits peak brightness, QM8 models create ultra bright images with dazzling specular highlights, for a truly immersive and realistic cinematic experience.
- 120Hz Panel Refresh Rate (144 Hz Variable Refresh Rate) - Watch action-packed movies, fast-paced video games, and live sports with an ultra-smooth viewing experience, free of motion blur.
- TCL AIPQ PRO Processor with Deep Learning AI - Powerful, advanced processor intelligently optimizes the color, contrast, and clarity for an unrivaled 4K HDR experience.
- HDR ULTRA with Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10+, HDR10, & HLG - Enjoy enhanced contrast, accurate colors and fine details utilizing all the most advanced HDR formats.
- Motion Rate 480 with MEMC Frame Insertion - Combines multiple motion enhancement technologies for best-in-class motion clarity
- Auto Game Mode (ALLM) with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro - Automatically enables game mode for the lowest possible input lag and latency for an unmatched gaming performance.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0CZM9BW6B |
| Additional Features | Bezel-Less Design, Built-In Speaker, Chromecast, Game Mode, Wide Color Enhancer |
| Antenna Location | Home Viewing |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Audio Input | Bluetooth |
| Audio Output Mode | Dolby Atmos |
| Battery Type | 2 AAA TV Remote Batteries |
| Best Sellers Rank | #84,895 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #118 in QLED TVs |
| Brand | TCL |
| Built-In Media | 1x Stand Neck Component, 1x Stand Plate, 2x AAA TV Remote Batteries, Power Cable, Remote Control, User Manual |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Laptop, Desktop, Gaming Console, Tablet, Cellphone, Streaming Device |
| Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth, Ethernet, HDMI, USB, Wi-Fi |
| Connector Type | Bluetooth, Ethernet, HDMI, USB, Wi-Fi |
| Content Sharing Direction | Mobile to TV |
| Contrast Ratio | High |
| Control Method | Voice |
| Controller Type | Voice Control |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 359 Reviews |
| Display Backlight Configuration | Direct LED |
| Display Backlight Setting | mini_led |
| Display Backlight Technology | Mini-LED |
| Display Language Options | English |
| Display Refresh Rate in Hertz | 144 |
| Display Size Class | 98 inches |
| Display Technology | QD Mini-LED, QLED |
| HDR Format Supported | HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision IQ, HLG |
| Hardware Interface | Bluetooth, Ethernet, HDMI, USB |
| Integrated Surround Sound Format | Dolby Atmos, DTS Virtual:X |
| Internet Applications | Disney Plus, HBO Max, Hulu, Netflix, YouTube |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 1.61"D x 85.75"W x 49.21"H |
| Line Voltage | 110 VAC 60 Hz |
| Manufacturer | TCL |
| Maximum Display Brightness | 5000 nit |
| Mfr Part Number | 98QM851G |
| Model Name | 98QM851G |
| Model Number | 98QM851G |
| Model Series | QM |
| Model Year | 2024 |
| Motion Enhancement Technology | Motion Rate 480 with MEMC Frame Insertion |
| Mounting Type | Wall Mount |
| Number of Audio Channels | 2 |
| Number of Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. (included) |
| Number of Component Inputs | 4 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Operating System | Google TV |
| Parental Control Technology | Built-in device controls |
| Picture Quality Enhancement Technology | QLED ULTRA and QD-Mini LED ULTRA |
| Refresh Rate | 144 hertz |
| Remote Control Technology | Bluetooth |
| Remote Required Battery Quantity | 2 |
| Remote Required Battery Size | AAA |
| Resolution | 4K |
| Screen Finish | Flat |
| Screen Mirroring Technology | Google Cast |
| Screen Size | 98 |
| Signal Format | digital |
| Size | 98 inches |
| Speaker Description | Built-In Speakers |
| Special Feature | Bezel-Less Design, Built-In Speaker, Chromecast, Game Mode, Wide Color Enhancer |
| Specific Uses For Product | Home Viewing |
| Total Number of HDMI Ports | 4 |
| Total USB 2.0 Ports | 2 |
| Total USB 3.0 Ports | 1 |
| Total Usb Ports | 3 |
| Tuner Type | ATSC |
| UPC | 846042090254 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| VESA Mount Standard | 600 x 600 mm |
| Video Encoding | H.264, H.265 |
| Warranty Description | 1 year manufacturer |
| Warranty Type | Limited |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Wireless Technology | Wi-Fi |

## Product Details

- **Aspect Ratio:** 16:9
- **Brand:** TCL
- **Connectivity Technology:** Bluetooth, Ethernet, HDMI, USB, Wi-Fi
- **Display Technology:** QD Mini-LED, QLED
- **Product Dimensions:** 1.61"D x 85.75"W x 49.21"H
- **Refresh Rate:** 144 hertz
- **Resolution:** 4K
- **Screen Size:** 98
- **Special Feature:** Bezel-Less Design, Built-In Speaker, Chromecast, Game Mode, Wide Color Enhancer

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Closest Thing I’ve Seen to a Perfect TV (without breaking the bank)
*by G***. on December 21, 2024*

I bought the 75-inch model (2024 model) two months ago. For months, I read professional reviews online, and couldn’t decide among this, the Hisense U8, and (going a step up) the LG C4. I eventually ruled out the C4 because the extra $800 or so for the 77-inch model just wasn’t worth it for whatever minor difference I might actually notice in contrast/blooming in certain scenes when I’m watching a movie. I then ruled out the Hisense because the 75-inch model uses a different panel than the other sizes, with worse contrast (although better off-axis viewing). That left the TCL, which was on my list in the first place for its brightness, fine contrast, and good sound quality. Keep in mind that high brightness does not mean that you’ll just be blinded by light all the time. Rather, certain things are very bright, such as sunsets and headlights, for example. So much so, that it adds almost a 3D aspect to the viewing experience. I find the picture to be stunning, and easy to dial in. I set it to “movie,” and move the color temperature to “warm.” I turn on the motion control, but adjust only the judder reduction, to 1. I turn on the micro contrast to high as well. To me, that’s the most natural and crisp picture for just about everything. It’s not great at upscaling low bitrate or SD content, but that is not a priority for me anyway. I’ve looked for blooming in many different scenes, and only in the most extreme instances of contrast — with a bright light moving in a pitch-black environment — do I see very minor blooming. You have to be looking for blooming like a hawk though to detect any lack of total blackness in the black areas of the screen. The contrast is striking, the colors look natural, and the picture can be as bright as you need it to be. I think the sound is great. Booming, even… and the dialogue is crisp and easy to understand when you set it to “voice.” Some reviews say “get a soundbar,” but those reviewers must have very high standards, because I can’t imagine needing more sound, unless you have a massive room or expect to feel like you’re in an IMAX theater. But you may demand more from audio than I do. The interface for Google TV is very good and responsive, and I don’t notice any lag to speak of. I’ll note that I connect the TV directly with an Ethernet cable just to ensure a constant, fast connection without interference. I just have nothing bad to say about this TV. It looks and sounds great. My last TCL TV was still working fine after seven years, and hopefully this one will too. Worth every penny!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Solid TV - Great depending on content and picture source.
*by M***M on May 15, 2025*

So far I am pretty happy with this TV. I am coming from a 55" LG B9 oled and sit about 10 feet away from the TV. At first, I was a little disappointed with the upscaling for YoutubeTV and similar streaming 720p or 1080p feeds. Some of that may be going from the 55" to 65" but sitting at the same distance. It has gotten better however and it really does seem to depend on the quality of the feed, not necessarily the TV itself. Some channels or shows look really really good. Some can be grainy with motion. Just depends. On any other content (for instance streaming 4k, Dolby Vision, etc) the TV is tremendous. It is indeed very bright and can really "pop" if that's what you're looking for. Again, it really depends on the content. Coming from an OLED, I have yet to tell much difference at all between the blacks here and OLED-level blacks. There might just be the faintest amount of blooming that I can notice but that just might be my eyes. It gets plenty dark with very "inky" blacks. I would recommend upgrading the firmware when you get the TV to version V201, which can be found on the Avsforum page for this TV. Everyone there says that is the best firmware and made a big improvement on motion handling with the TV. I installed it immediately upon getting the TV so don't have anything to compare it to, but again as of now I am pretty pleased with the picture quality as long as the source is solid. The google TV interface is pretty fast and responsive so far. 64 gb storage internally is plenty to install lots of apps. Ethernet is only 100 mbps so may want to get a 1gb adapter for the USB 3.0 port - that's what I am doing. I am debating about trying a Nvidia Shield Pro to see if it can upgrade the upscaling at all but I don't think it will be a major upgrade. I have not used it for gaming at all but would assume it would look great with lots of pop, similar to what you would see with HDR or dolby vision content.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great TV, but a separate sound system and you'll love the experience!
*by S***M on April 7, 2026*

Great TV for a medium sized living room. Great picture quality with vibrant colors and dark blacks. The built in speaker is decent but if you like watching movies and dramatic TV shows where sound matters you'll want a separate system. The software is kinda slow, but usable. Lots of ads of course, but that's the world we live in. The Plex App is very slow though and was so annoying to use that I bought an Nvidia Shield instead and have just been using that instead of the TV's interface. Coming from an older 50" Sony bravia smart TV this was a huge upgrade and after watching many movies, TV shows, animes, and sports events, I don't have any complaints at all. Definitely a model I can recommend. It has its shortfalls, but they're the same as any other TV (built in speakers, sluggish operating system,etc) so I'm not dropping any stars.

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*Last updated: 2026-08-19*