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TCL

Good7/10

Chinese electronics group and one of the world's largest TV makers, with its own panel maker (CSOT).

Founded
1981
From
China
HQ
Huizhou, China
Owned by
Independent
Made in
China, Vietnam, Mexico and Poland
www.tcl.com

TV

Good7/10Budget

TCL offers strong value Mini-LED sets with high brightness. Reviewers note processing and quality control lag the top brands.

Good at

  • Very good value Mini-LED TVs
  • High brightness for the price
  • Google TV

Weak at

  • Picture processing trails Sony and Samsung
  • Quality control varies
Reliability
Value
Features
Service & warranty
QM8/QM9 (US)C-seriesX11

Best for: buyers wanting big, bright TVs on a budget

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TV brands in New Zealand

TCL is #6 of 6, best rated first.

#BrandRatingPriceDetails
1LGSouth Korea9/10ExcellentPremium
2SamsungSouth Korea8/10GoodPremium
3SonyJapan8/10GoodPremium
4HisenseChina7/10GoodBudget
5PanasonicJapan7/10GoodPremium
6TCLChina7/10GoodBudget

Researched September 2026 from public reviews, consumer groups and retailer listings, and summarised by hand — ratings are a judgement, not a lab score. Check current reviews and local retailers before you buy.