The TCL C8K is on course to be one of 2025's top mini-LED TVs, thanks to its excellent value for money

The TCL C8K is a brilliant value mini-LED TV that delivers excellent overall picture quality and a strong list of gaming features at a great price. Its sound could be better, and its picture isn't perfect, but it ticks most of the boxes, even in a competitive mini-LED TV market.

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  Colorful, contrast-rich picture

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  Stacked with gaming features

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  Excellent value

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  Some screen uniformity issues

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  Average sound quality

TCL C8K review: Two minute review

The TCL C8K enters a highly competitive mini-LED TV market, but, like its predecessor, the TCL C855, it makes a strong case for the best value model in its price bracket by providing excellent performance for the money.

The TCL C8K’s picture is bright, with striking colors, strong contrast, and realistic-looking textures. Its motion processing requires some setup, but once this is done, it’s one of the best TVs for sports and fast-paced action ...