TCL 55C745 2023 UHD 4K TV review - best buy mainstream TV?
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- Опубліковано 8 чер 2024
- Full review of TCL's 2023 mainstream TV from C745 series in 55" screen size (available with 65" and 75" screens as well). Main features (from TCL's website):
· TCL QLED (Quantum Dot)
· Full Array Local Dimming (FALD)
· 4K HDR PRO 1000
· 144Hz Motion Clarity Pro
· Multi HDR Format DV I HDR10+
· Game Master Pro 2.0
· 240Hz Game Accelerator
· Dolby Atmos
· Google TV
· Hands-free Google Assistant
· Google Duo
· Works With Alexa
· Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney+
· Bezeless slim metal and dual position stand
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Note: analog inputs, 3.5 mm jack and CI interface were not circled in the connectivity section - final render ended up like that, even though it was correctly done in the editing software. I've rendered the video twice, but to avoid publishing the video even later, I released this version. Sorry for the inconvenience.
Picture settings files:
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Bought this! Thanks for your help. Look forward to the calibration video
Thanks for the review. I bought this TV a couple of months ago and love it!
As it is a large TV, what about the picture quality of NON 4K content like SDR and FHD TV channels (especially pixellisation/artifacts if any and brightness/level of detail in dark scenes). My intent is to use it with my external sat receiver through HDMI. Best regards.
Great to hear! Enjoy it!
I waited so long for a review like on the Tv thank you bro
Had it for 3 months and it’s amazing, had a TCl since they came over to Uk and got better each time . I’m glad they made this specific for gaming and is there goal to get better each time but it’s definitely a all rounder just with gaming on the forefront
Heya! How are you enjoying the tv 6 months into it? Do you notice any blooming effects? And how is it for gaming and watching movies in HDR?
bought this tv and its awesome. hope more videos coming about settings and stuff
I'm planning of getting it. Hows your experience so far?
I'm in Australia and currently looking to replace my 7yo old edge lit 55" LG and am considering the 65" c745. Was looking at the c845 but I think I'll save some money and stick to the c745. Looks like a great all rounder TV that won't break the bank. Thanks. 🤙
Hey mate, what did you decide? Tossing up between the two also (745 vs 845). A little less than $200 difference between the two for the size I'm looking at. Not sure which to purchase.
Can't talk to the c845, but the 745 bats way out of it's level... Incredibly impressed for the price point, especially as a gamer. Slightly plastic build but that doesn't bother me, sound doesn't concern me either as I have a good soundbar...
For the price, it's an unbelievable tv
@@wrangazz still recommend it for a gamer?
The c845 is a no brainer for less than AU$200 more. It's substantially superior. It's mini led for starters. Better screen better sound too.
Hey Darko! Thanks for the review, pls post the calibration settings.
Thanks for watching it! Yes, I’ll publish the settings video.
thank you very much for this video
i wanted to buy a TCL QM8 but i can't seem to find it in my country!
is this model the same as QM8 or is there another model that i should look into!?
My main problem when comparing TV's is not seeing how their 4k upscale performance. I know samsung has a great 4k upscale processor/algorithm - but what is this TV's like? The choice I'm torn between is a Mid range LED 4k samsung, looks fine - but 4k upscaling will be crisp - or a QLED in a budget brand like TCL?
Did you test the 4k upscaling with this, if so how did you find it?
Hi. Will you also test the TCL C645? Thanks
Hi!
Is this the same as TCL Q7 in US?
Also when i tried this unit on LG showroom in my area(Qatar), it doesn’t have the expert calibration settings.
Does an update required to unlock these settings?
Help. Im confused. Is this the same TV as the TCL T8A ? And how is it in comparison to the TCL QM8B ? 🤔
Hallo
Ich habe den TCL c745 (qled870) Zuhause. Meine Frage ist , ist das der gleiche wie der Q7 in USA ?
Liebe Grüße aus Deutschland
Which software version is on this model?
Do you have any suggestions for why I might be experiencing blur on the ball when watching sports on this tv? Please
Dear Darko, thank you so much for the TV settings. In SDR mode, a gorgeous picture turned out, even though my software version is higher. There are also no complaints about HDR. The only thing is that I slightly increased the brightness by 5 points. Thank you very much, good luck. 👍
Isn't the picture over pixelated in SDR mode, I consider buying this TV for watching SD channels with my external sat receiver but since it is a 55" TV I'm afraid of annoying pixels. What about upscaling of HD contents, my receiver doesn't support 4K at all. Thanks in advance and best regards.
@@samibouhadida5314 Hello. I mainly use it to watch movies and games on the PS5. But it copes well with the DVB-T2 signal, I think the picture will be even more pleasant for S2
HDMI 2 4K@120Hz, but labeled Service port. What does "service port" mean?
I have this TV for a long while now but gaming on VRR while on 60fps there is a really bad inverse ghosting, on both my PS5 and Xbox Series X.
If there is a work around or something we can do in the secret menu then it will be appreciated.
I was looking for a budget TCL TV to change with 13 years old 40" Samsung LCD. Thanks to UA-cam, it guided me to your review. The 65C745 seems as a great choice for all my needs. Many thanks for details. Will you put the best display settings to your store after your calibration? Please keep up the good work!
Happy to help! C645 will be a big upgrade in many ways over your old TV. Recommended picture settings video and documents will be available next week.
Darko is the local dimming disabled in game mode?
@@TVguyDarko Looking forward to the picture settings! Great channel and reviews bro!
Need settings for gaming on this tv please I just got it
Hi !
Did u manage to test the TCL C805 (Mini led) TV ?
That tv should have like 1300 nits and a little over 500 + zones but i saw some reviewer said it has "only" 1000 nits.
Interested in getting that tv now ^^ but not sure if to go for that or wait for the TCL C845 price to drop that one should have like 2000nits .
Anyway crazy how u only got 45k subs with these top quality reviews u doing !
Should have at least 200k or more ^^
Thanks so much for your comment! Glad you like my work.
Yes, C805 looks very, very interesting and I'm now looking for ways to get it. Could be even better option than C745 for a slightly higher price.
@@TVguyDarko I see ya should be better then C745 i think .
And i actually got the C805 few days ago ^^
The C745 its the conventional non mini led tv.
Anyway , Very happy with this tv till now , got it for 560 euro got the 55 inch 55C805 also has 5y warranty so win win .
In terms of pic quality this tv blows away my older Panasonic 50CX680 , its better in almost every way.
Think miniled lcds with fald its the closest it ever been to oled black level and contrast.
and it also has 0 blooming and DSE (thanks god it doesnt have any DSE on this one :)) my old Panas. had DSE .
Impressing what TCL did with this tv. Think if this tv had like 1.5k 2k nits for HDR or Dolby Vision especyally to "pop more" would be almost perfect tv ^^
Overall think this one its insane value for money.
TCL really shake the market now with this miniled's tvs at this price range and quality.
If this tv would had Sony or Samsung logo on it with this specs and pic. quality think will cost at least 2X the actual price :))
@@sorinpopa1442 Hi where did you buy it for 560?
Hi Sorin @@sorinpopa1442 what would you suggest between c805 and c745 now that you had your experience ? Thanks :)
Do the build-in apps like Prime, NF en YT also send out a Dolby/5.1 signal (through eArc)?
reviews in a group in telegram says no only stereo in e.arc soundbar
Thanks for reviewing this! I may be getting this over the weekend.
Thanks! It is great TV, you won't be disappointed.
ill wait for your TCL C755 review! 💯
It will be next year - I still have plenty of videos to finish and holidays are coming in fast.
1 ms ?
Hi.
Loved this review!
In the Netherlands, we have 2 models available.
TCL 55C745 (€799) and the TCL 55C743 (€699)
I could not spot any difference between them except the produchtnumber.
Also the C743 is not listed on the TCL website.
Do you have an idea what the differense is?
zelfde probleem hier in belgie
I called the TCL support.
They said the TVs are identical, but the last number is used for promotion purposes. Where the 3 is the first and the 5 is the latest.
Can you please write the best settings for this TV? (for movies)
And sports
i am considering getting it this week God willing
now i have it in my sitting room it is a very good TV . i really recommend it
Hi Darko,
I bought this model and want to disable hdr picture - but unlike you, I don’t have those settings in Expert Calibration menu. Do you know, what could be the problem here? Or if there is alternative way to turn off hdr?
The Tv was bought in EU.
Best regards,
Ivan
samsung q80c or tcl c745?
Does this TV have ghosting problems?
Good review! am planning to buy the 75" C745 soon. Does the Bluetooth work with a BT speaker? If so how was it? I'm planning to pair it with JBL part box for karaoke function..
Hey, thanks! Bluetooth works fine, I was getting stable connection without lip sync issues, connection loss or distorsions. Generally this was an issue many years ago when TV manufacturers were adding BT in their TVs, but no longer an issue on every brand I’ve tested in last few years.
Hello can you do a vidéo of picture settings for TCL C745 please ? Thanks Man
Yes, I'll prepare it before Christmas.
Is there any problem with VRR on PlayStation 5? Because I saw a review about flickering when VRR is on. It was for C845, but again just to ask.
I haven't seen any flickering on my unit.
Does it really work at 120 fps on 4k for the ps5? I want to buy one, but I don’t know.
answer my question, I did not find an answer
Yes, 120 Hz works for both HDMI 1 and HDMI 2.
What a fantastic review of a tv very well made and complete
Thank you very much!
Do anyone know how to adjust greek language for the tv information?
Any info about the 55" QLED870 ? Can't find a review 😮💨
ive been searching for that aswell
I'm wondering about ANSI white and black nits measurements. Also differences between Medium and High local dimming option?
Hi - for details on local dimming, please check out this video: TCL 2023 TVs - recommended picture settings tested on C745 model
ua-cam.com/video/oaeNKtc0j2Q/v-deo.html
I have just bought this amazing tv. Only cons according to mu observations, sound should’ve been much more better. Sound is perfunctory rest of it is simply amazing!
Fully agree with you - if somehow they added subwoofer like Hisense did on E7KQ Pro, it would be even better deal.
just add a soundbar, better than any integrated speaker... problem solved
Thanks For This Review
How is PS3 Looks in This TV?
I want to buy it for my ps3 and im really confused because some people says that 720p console will be worse in 4k tv
That's just perception, it would only be worse in terms of you seeing the image with more clarity and seeing how low quality the details are, on an old 720p tv it would look blurrier and hide that more.
Great review. The only problem I have with my 65” is when playing 2160p youtube videos in vp09 codec. The picture becomes significantly red-er and sometimes becomes choppy. When I set it to 1440p then the problem disappears. This does not happen with videos in av01 codec. Do you experience the same?
I did notice this today even after applying different calibration settings and the image looked great and natural. Today I was watching a 4k video on youtube and noticed the reddish tones were back and thought the settings got reset. But thanks for going into detail and now I know why. No idea on the fix though.
@@AnandSuresh007I gave up and just bought an Apple TV 4K. All of my problems were solved and I think the upscaling has significantly improved. Not to mention ATV’s incomparable UI and smoothness. I recommend you do the same.
i am considering buying tcl 65c745 this month. please give me an advice if it does worth buying
@@elkdiouimohamed2616 Good afternoon. Purchased 55 diagonal. That's what I need for my room. I connected the soundbar and everything became fine. It remains to wait for the calibration recommendation.
Do you happend to see a verry bad digital noise in fast scenes , like when we see a moving car, the margins of it looks soo bad in fast scenes. The tv tries to accelerate the scenary and alters the quality of video badly. How can we get rid of that?
There are some motion options in the picture settings and it was set to 10 by default but setting it to 2 made that effect you're having go away
When picture settings will be available in your online store?
Thanks for the interest, they will be available next week.
@@TVguyDarko Waiting..
Good video.
I have a 55c745 and for me is a good tv. But in netflix dolby vision i see a grain like effect in some scenes. Is very noticiable in "stranger tings" or "reptile" for exemple. Its normal? Is my first dolby vision tv.
same here, is really disturbing, i hope there is a seting that we had not found it yet, or a future software update to fix that
I've had the same problem. It is caused by the clear motion setting. This creates artefacts. The best thing you can do is set it off.
@@x-plane11photovideo19 It is nothing to do with motion or artefacts. Its grain in certain scenes in dolby vision like the sky. Happens only in netflix.
Thanks for the excellent review. Im debating between the c745 (800euro) and the c805 (950euro). Do you perhaps have any advice to buy?
Thanks for watching! C805 is even brighter and has more dimming zones, so in that aspect is better. I plan to test it as it seems like another best buy from TCL. Other than micro LED backlight, I expect everything else to be the same to C745.
Thanks buddy! Do you know if the C805 has a different name in the rest of the world? Cant find any info of it online. Thinkg of buying that one instead of the c745
C805=C755@@paulboonk
Will there be image settings for this model?
Yes, coming soon!
tcl is about to release their c755 model. its QD mini led
It is already released and in EU is under model no. C805. I'll probably get one for testing.
I have This C745 55 for almost a month and i love it everyday with my PS5, The problem is, after i UPDATED the SOFTWARE, the SCREENSHOT MODE is gone. Hopefully theres a work around to this, since i love to make my screenshots from my game as my WALLPAPER. Hope you can help me. More Power DARKO, SALUTE fr PHILIPPINES 👍🏻😊👍🏻
I have a problem with my Tcl c745. When I turn it on , ghosting appears on my ps5 VRR. Have you encountered such a problem?
@@user-dh4fg5km4v nope, and I'm really hoping not, but probably check your clarity (sharpness) settings on TV
@@user-dh4fg5km4v i m facing also this problem with ps5 vrr... any solution ?
@@farhaniachraf3990 turn off VRR
Which software version you have now?
Darko da li bi ti preporucio ovaj tv ? I sta mislis koliko bi on dugo trajao? Ovako za svaki dan ili bi preporucio neki drugi?
Pozdrav - da, preporučujem ga. Trajnost je ista kao i na TV-ima ostalih proizvodjaca.
I can get this in 65" at €699 in a deal with my internet service provider or the Hisense 65U79KQ (mini-led) for €100 less at €599. What would you get?
I would get this model 65 inch
How long is the power cable?
2 meters.
Because this a QLED tv, hows the brightness when watching a movie on it in a darker room with few lights? Straining for the eyes?
QLED is not the reason for picture to be bright - this tech is for purer colors and wider color gamut. This particular model can get really bright for this class, but you can tone it down as I show in the picture settings video (link in the description).
Hello when c745 calibration video? Thank you.:)
Next week...
@@TVguyDarkothis week?
Which one should I choose, this one or the Hisense 55E7K Pro?
I would choose C745 or C805 if within your budget.
Im struggling to get PS5 to display at 120hz on this tv. Out of the box PS5 cable, correct port, correct game. During the test on the PS5 it does say the tv is compatible/capable but i just cant get it to display 120hz 😢
Have you enabled 120 Hz in the game itself?
Thanks Darko! Such a simple answer but it fixed my issue. I'm new to Beth the PS5 and the TV.
Which one is better between the U7K Hisense and c745 ??
I would like to know too
When choosing between this tv for €549 or the TCL 55C805 for €649, what would you say is the best deal?
55C805 because of more precise local dimming. I’ll receive C805 early next year.
Local dimming work in game mode whit vrr disabled ?
Hi, sorry only now I checked: yes, it works.
Why does mine have different remote, ports and I don't have the settings just like yours on 5:20 😢
Really don't know - is it the same model or C745k?
@@TVguyDarko same model, 55C745 written on the box. What's the difference with the K?
How durable and reliable is TCL when it comes to this new line up this year. I was looking for a review like this. I'm planning on getting this model but just Concerned the TV may not last has long has an Hisense or Samsung or LG. The Reliability in this TV is what I'm worried about will it hold up
the same problem with me. it's the reliability that makes me anxious
Mine came with a 5 year warranty, I will be replacing it within that timeframe..... For the price it's a monster of a TV, so impressed but the durability will be something that I can only comment on in a few years
That you mentioned Hisense as a "good" tv makes you lost in the wilds.... Hisense has far more issues than TCL lol.
I have a Sony x81k and from what I've seen I think that this TCL c745 is amazing with its 120 dimming zones.
Haven't tested that Sony model, but TCL definitely improved its mainstream series quite a bit.
What is interesting i didn't see Clear LED Motion option in menu at all... It's strange i thought menu is all the same in all EU models
I think it depends which picture mode you're in the settings change a little
@@12an3i There is no such option in any mode. But i see in this review it is there. What??? Menu is limited in my TV? Super strange
Is this hdmi 2.1 in the uk?
Should have it according to specs: www.tcl.com/uk/en/tvs/55c745k
blacks seems on OLED level if i compare it with p635 that i just bought. on the other has c805 should be much better with mini leds vs c745.
it have a ghosting problem when PS5 VRR is enabled...anyone else facing this problem ? is there a solution beside turning off vrr ?
Not on all games, right?
@@walterwolfgamingon all 🫤
why not share ur calibration settings?
I will as soon as I prepare the video.
Why fps indicater doesn't work properly
It was working fine on my unit - do you have issues with it?
I've had this TV for 10 days. There is one small problem. In game mode, one pixel lights up green. Supposedly there is going to be a software update, but it is not known when.
Do you get a VRR flicker if playing 120hz with VRR enabled?
same for me with game mode on, it's a red pixel, i tried all hdmi, same problem
@@jony-p6813yes a have this problem also
yes I do, any fix? @@jony-p6813
Is there any difference from c735?
Absolutely - I’ve highlighted it in the review.
please do it for c645 too
I'll see what I can do.
Any one tried to use as pc gaming moniter?
which one is better? TCLC755 or this one?
C755 is slightly better - check out this review: ua-cam.com/video/kkesjxbUorA/v-deo.html
Kiedy kalibracja c745????
I will publish it - it is delayed because I got LG OLED Flex for a few days to try it out.
Hey! I bought this tv 2 weeks ago and ive noticed the color off the grass changes from natural to a more bright color every few seconds while wacthing live football. My parents bought the same tv so i went over to check it on theirs and it does the same.. ive tried a lot of settings but cant seem to fix it. The problem is very specific to live football matches regardless of the channel.. its doesnt happen on regular series or movies. Do you know anything i could do to help it?
Have you got the sensor on at bottom of TV? Go in settings and turn it off if so try that, there's also a switch underneath to turn it off physically
disable adaptive picture from menu
Have you experienced any blur on the football when watching?
@@ainsworld no blur so far, just the colors of the grass changing a bit, how about you?
@@nahuelnunes got mine on Friday. I’m experiencing blur on the ball when watching football. What settings do you have yours on? Also how did you sort the green issue?
Did he said mid range? Bro i am spending *3 grands* on this TV and it is a midrange in such price?
Yes, it is a midrange TV. Which screen size are you getting?
Thanks Darko! Just bought it at 65" for 699€ in Greece and it's an outstanding TV in terms of Netflix, HBO, etc and especially gaming (Xbox Series S and Nintendo Switch). VFM guaranteed... And people relax you fat gaming ti**ies the calibration settings will be out soon. Imagine not being able to read 10 other comments asking the same question,what a world....
Because its QLed i heard its more appropriate for brighter rooms? Is it very bright when watching movies in a darker room on it? Because straining for the eyes maybe?
COnsidering getting it. Way less price than much of it's competition which leaves me cash for a decent soundbar.
Agree, great buy, though also check C755/C805 with mini LED tech.
Ms?
Hisense 55E7KQTUK PRO or TCL 55C805K
I have better experience with TCL until now. Let’s see what will happen this year.
Too bad it does not seem to have VRR . For a gaming TV it really helps
It has VRR - where did you see that it doesn't have?
@@TVguyDarko it was not mentioned in the specs... usually it is advertised if it had... bit good to know that it has ... thank you
Calibration settings?
Next week...
Best TV for 500e
It sure is, however sometimes price is way too high considering RRP. C805 seems to be more stable.
TCL's best TV for 2023 is QM8 model. It recieved top praise in every single review. C745 is nowhere near as good. The problem is TCL isn't selling QM8 in Europe.
Sure, but QM8 is their flagship model - C745 is aimed at the mainstream market.
@@TVguyDarko I get it. I just don't like how they decided not to sell their best model in Europe. Same with Hisense and their U8K model except they do sell it in Europe but it's completely different TV (much worse) with the same model name. Of course all youtubY reviews are great but they only apply to North American model.
I saw some c755 models too or something. And some new tcl 2023 tvs. Isn't the c745 2023 model?
Tcl C845 is supposed to be similar to QM8 in terms of specifications.
There is the qm8b and the c845 which are comparable
Difference with the C743
Seems to be the same model as C745, just for a specific market. Discussed here: www.reddit.com/r/tcltvs/comments/15zvmm6/difference_c743_and_c745/
Man is tcl trustabale...unsure rn
Trust in which way? Color accuracy? Data protection?
@@TVguyDarko I mean longetivity
Just buy it
But i don't know why the brithnes allways cange. Automatically. By himself
Do you know that?
Google is a no no for me.
Which OS do you prefer?
@@TVguyDarko No os. But i am trying to go out of google stuff. I would like to have an non-smart tv.
Motion Smoothing 🤢🤮
you can turn it off