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Can TCL Justify Flagship OLED Prices? | X11L SQD-MiniLED Review

We review the 75-inch TCL X11L SQD-Mini LED TV. Please support this channel by considering buying from one of the following links: https://bit.ly/AmazonTCLSQDX11L https://bit.ly/CurrysTCLSQDX11L https://bit.ly/METCLSQDX11L For years, TCL has been known for delivering outstanding value, but its X11L SQD-Mini LED enters an entirely different category, competing directly against flagship OLED and premium Mini LED TVs from rival brands. In this review, we go beyond headline specifications to examine where the extra money has actually gone, including screen uniformity, the new WHVA 2.0 Ultra panel, native contrast, local dimming, HDR accuracy, colour reproduction, gaming performance and overall picture quality. Using both laboratory measurements and comparisons against a professional mastering monitor, we investigate whether the TCL X11L genuinely deserves its flagship positioning. The "Includes Paid Promotion" message in this video refers to the sponsorship by TCL who asked us to review this TV. We accepted the sponsorship only on the condition that we get to maintain 100% editorial independence, which is why this video is exactly like our unbiased technical reviews where we point out the pros and cons of the display being tested, so potential buyers can make an informed decision. *About Mini LED technology* Mini LED televisions use thousands of miniature LEDs (typically measuring around 100-300µm in size) to create many independently controlled local dimming zones behind the LCD panel. One of the most important factors influencing a Mini LED TV's picture quality is the number of local dimming zones. In general, increasing the number of local dimming zones allows for more precise control of light, helping improve contrast, HDR brightness and blooming control. However, overall picture quality also depends on factors such as the local dimming algorithm, panel characteristics and image processing. *Correction:* At 9:11 in the video, we mistakenly labelled the picture mode as [Dolby Vision Dark]... the correct name on the TCL X11L is [Dolby Vision Filmmaker Mode]. Apologies for the mistake... old habits die hard. #TCL #TCLX11L #SQD-MiniLED #TCLSQDMiniLED ======================== **Click Below to SUBSCRIBE for More Reviews, Sneak Peeks & Tips: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcCYOO2uYPnG-21WDOWdwew?sub_confirmation=1 ======================== VISIT HDTV Test http://www.hdtvtest.co.uk/ FOLLOW US! https://bsky.app/profile/hdtvtest.bsky.social https://www.threads.net/@hdtvtest https://www.tiktok.com/@hdtvtest https://www.instagram.com/hdtvtest https://twitter.com/vincent_teoh https://www.patreon.com/hdtvtest