TCL 2026 TV range: all the series explained
From QLED at 449,99 € to the 98-inch SQD-Mini LED, TCL covers every budget in 2026. Here is each series in detail, from top to bottom of the range, with a decoder for French and Belgian model numbers and our in-store prices.
- High end : X11L and RM9L (RGB Mini LED), on request
- Our price : C89L, C79L, P89L and P79L, from 43 to 98 inches
- C89L = Belgian C8L, C79L = C7L, P89L = P8L, P79L = P7L
- Nits and zones change depending on screen size
TCL in 2026: how the range works
The TCL 2026 range is easy to read once you know the code: the letter gives the family (X, RM, C, P), the number the level (the higher it is, the more premium the model), and the final L the 2026 model year. All the series run on Google TV and handle both the Dolby Vision and the HDR10+.
One key point before comparing: at TCL, the number of zones and the brightness depend on screen size. A 98C89L does not have the same figures as a 55C89L. We therefore give the official values size by size.
Prices: Nimestore recommended retail prices as of 15 October 2026. The product page is the reference, and Nimesclub members often get a reduced price.
The ultra-premium models (on request)
X11L: the SQD-Mini LED flagship
The X11L is TCL's showcase: up to 20,736 zones on the 98-inch (11,520 and 14,400 on the 75- and 85-inch), 9,000 to 10,000 nits claimed, a WHVA 2.0 Ultra panel, about 2 cm thick and a Bang & Olufsen soundbar built into the front. 144 Hz native, TSR AiPQ processor, Dolby Vision IQ and HDR10+. Sizes: 75, 85 and 98 inches. It is aimed at very large, bright living rooms. We do not have it in store.
RM9L: TCL's first RGB Mini LED
Here the backlight LEDs are separate red, green and blue, with no quantum dot film. Up to 16,848 zones on the 115-inch. Sizes: 85, 98 and 115 inches. TCL itself presents it as a technology showcase: for pure picture quality, the brand promotes its SQD-Mini LED. Not in store with us.
C89L: the core of the range (C8L in Belgium)
C89L, SQD-Mini LED
- Panel : CSOT WHVA 2.0 from 65 to 98"; HVA 2.0 Pro on the 55"
- Processor : TSR AiPQ
- Frequency : 144 Hz native, VRR 48 to 288 Hz (288 Hz at reduced resolution)
- HDMI 2.1 : four ports on the 65 to 98" (the 55" spec sheet contradicts this)
- HDR : Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10+, HLG, IMAX Enhanced; Dolby Vision 2 promised via update
- Sound : 2.2 channels, Bang & Olufsen tuning, Dolby Atmos and DTS
- Miscellaneous : FreeSync, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, Gemini
55" 1 199,99 € · 65" 1 799,99 € · 75" 2 199,99 € · 85" 2 799,99 € · 98" 3 799,99 €
| Size | Panel | Zones | Advertised brightness | Nimestore price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55C89L | HVA 2.0 Pro | 1 008 | 3,000 nits | 1 199,99 € |
| 65C89L | WHVA 2.0 | 2 040 | 5,000 nits | 1 799,99 € |
| 75C89L | WHVA 2.0 | 2 584 | 5,500 nits | 2 199,99 € |
| 85C89L | WHVA 2.0 | 3 200 | 6,000 nits | 2 799,99 € |
| 98C89L | WHVA 2.0 | 4 032 | 6,000 nits | 3 799,99 € |
It is the best TCL choice for the vast majority of our customers, for films and gaming alike. Les Numériques gave it 4.5/5 in June 2026. Its limitations: no proper anti-glare filter, viewing angles that are decent but below an OLED's, and Dolby Vision 2, which is still only a promise.
C79L: affordable premium Mini LED (C7L in Belgium)
The C79L uses the SQD-Mini LED and the 144 Hz native (up to 288 Hz with DLG) of the C89L, with a panel HVA 2.0 Pro with narrower viewing angles. AiPQ processor, Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10+ and HLG, Bang & Olufsen sound with Dolby Atmos. It does not have not the Dolby Vision 2 announced. TCL does not clearly specify the number of HDMI 2.1 ports (the official spec sheet lists ‘HDMI 1.4, 2.0 and 2.1'): if you plug in several consoles, ask us to check.
| Size | Zones | Advertised brightness | Nimestore price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55C79L | 800 | 2,700 to 3,000 nits depending on size | 1 099,99 € |
| 65C79L | 1 152 | 3,000 nits | 1 499,99 € |
| 75C79L | 1 352 | 2,700 to 3,000 nits | 1 999,99 € |
| 85C79L | 1 624 | 2,700 to 3,000 nits | 2 299,99 € |
| 98C79L | 2 176 | 3,000 nits | 3 299,99 € |
Who is it for? Those who want a genuinely bright, smooth Mini LED, watched straight on, with good built-in sound.
P89L: the entry-level Mini LED (P8L in Belgium)
The P89L is the entry point to Mini LED at TCL. Panel HVA (native contrast of 6,000:1, 6,500:1 on the 85-inch according to TCL), 144 Hz native with VRR up to 288 Hz via HDMI 1 and 2, processor AiPQ, QLED colours (93% DCI-P3 claimed), Dolby Vision and HDR10+. The sound is an Onkyo 2.1 with a subwoofer on the 65, 75 and 85-inch models, and a 2.0 on the 55-inch.
The number of zones remains modest: TCL claims up to 112 zones on the 85-inch P8L. The 98-inch version is a separate model, announced with up to 512 zones. That's a lot more than a QLED without dimming gradation, but far behind the C79L and C89L.
55" 649,99 € · 65" 849,99 € · 75" 1 099,99 € · 85" 1 499,99 € · 98" 2 099,99 €
P79L: the everyday QLED (P7L in Belgium)
The P79L is a simple 4K QLED: HVA panel 60 Hz, 400 nits, 93% DCI-P3, Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and HLG, sound Onkyo 2.0 (2 × 10 W on the 50-inch, 2.1 with subwoofer on the 85-inch according to the press) with Dolby Atmos and DTS Virtual:X, Wi-Fi 5. The official spec sheet lists 'HDMI 2.1' with eARC, but no FreeSync and no 4K 120 Hz: for gaming, this makes no difference, the TV stays at 60 Hz.
43" 449,99 € · 50" 549,99 € · 55" 649,99 € · 65" 799,99 € · 75" 999,99 € · 85" 1 399,99 €
Ideal for a bedroom, kitchen or living room on a small budget. Not built for spectacular HDR or demanding gamers.
The full comparison table
| Series | Backlight | Max zones | Max nits | Frequency | HDMI 2.1 | Sound | Available from |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X11L | SQD-Mini LED | 20 736 | 10 000 | 144 Hz | 4 | B&O, integrated soundbar | On request |
| RM9L | RGB Mini LED | 16 848 | n.d. | n.d. | n.d. | n.d. | On request |
| C89L | SQD-Mini LED | 4 032 | 6 000 | 144 Hz | 4 (65" and up) | B&O 2.2 | 1 199,99 € |
| C79L | SQD-Mini LED | 2 176 | 3 000 | 144 Hz | To be checked | B&O | 1 099,99 € |
| P89L | QD-Mini LED | 112 (512 in 98") | n.d. | 144 Hz | Yes (HDMI 1 and 2 at 288 Hz VRR) | Onkyo 2.1 | 649,99 € |
| P79L | QLED | None | 400 | 60 Hz | No 4K 120 | Onkyo 2.0 | 449,99 € |
n.d.: not reliably disclosed by TCL for Europe as of 15 October 2026.
Decoding a TCL model number
Example: 65C89L.
- 65 : the diagonal size in inches (43 to 115).
- C : the family. X = flagship, RM = RGB Mini LED, C = premium Mini LED, P = entry and mid-range.
- 8 : the level within the family. A C8 sits above a C7.
- 9 (optional): a distribution variant. In France you find C89L, C79L, P89L and P79L; in Belgium and the Netherlands, C8L, C7L, P8L and P7L.
- L : the year. L = 2026, K = 2025, J = 2024.
On official websites, the 65C8L (Belgium) and 65C89L (France) spec sheets are identical, except for the audio line ('B&O Audio System' on one, '2.2' on the other). TCL does not explain these double names. By contrast, be wary of the American names (QM8L, QM7L…): those are different products.
Between a C79L and a C89L of the same size, the public price gap is €100 to €500 depending on the diagonal. For four HDMI 2.1 ports, a wide-viewing-angle panel and nearly twice as many zones, the C89L is almost always worth the difference from 65 inches up. And compare Nimesclub member prices: the gap is sometimes almost nil.
TCL 2026 models in store
QLED TV TCL 55C89L€888.00
QLED TV TCL 65C89L€1,799.00
QLED TV TCL 75C89L€1,615.00
QLED TV TCL 85C89L€2,003.00
QLED TV TCL 98C89L€2,831.00
TCL 65C79L QLED TV€1,476.00
QLED TV TCL 75C79L€1,541.00
LED TV TCL 75P89L€1,067.00
LED TV TCL 85P89L€1,406.00
QLED TV TCL 50P79L€466.00
TV QLED TCL 65P79L€799.00
QLED TV TCL 75C69K€1,099.002025 models still on sale
We still have several 2025 TCLs (K models) and a few older models. They're good bargains, as long as you know what you're buying.
| Model | Type | Nimestore price | Our verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55C6K, 65C6K, 98C6K | QD-Mini LED 2025, Onkyo sound | 699,99 € / 849,99 € / 1 999,99 € | The 98-inch is the cheapest very large screen from the brand here |
| 55, 65, 75 and 85C6K Pro | QD-Mini LED 2025, 144 Hz, Onkyo 2.1 | €799.99 to €1,799.99 | An alternative to the P89L, to compare case by case |
| 75C69K | QD-Mini LED 2025, 144 Hz | 1 099,99 € | Same price as the 75P89K 2026 |
| 75P89K | QLED 2025, 144 Hz | 849,99 € | A 75-inch 144 Hz at a low price |
| 43T69C, 50T69C | QLED 4K, Google TV, Dolby Vision | 449,99 € / 499,99 € | For a bedroom or kitchen |
| 32S5L, 43S5L, 50S5L | QLED Full HD, Android TV | €269.99 to €499.99 | Small secondary screens; at 50 inches, go for a 4K model |
| NXTFrame 55A300W | 4K QLED 'art' TV, matte screen | 699,99 € | Frame design and art mode, for a stylish living room |
Spec sheets for 2025 models vary between retailers (notably the number of zones): we'll check the exact spec sheet with you in store.
To find out which model suits your room and budget, read which TCL to choose, and to understand the marketing names, TCL technologies.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between the C89L and the C79L?
The C89L has a WHVA panel with the best viewing angles (from 65 inches), roughly twice as many dimming zones, up to 6,000 nits claimed versus 3,000, four HDMI 2.1 ports and Dolby Vision 2 promised via update. The C79L remains a very good 144 Hz Mini LED, best watched head-on.
Is the 55C89L as good as the 65C89L?
No, not quite. The 55-inch has an HVA panel (not WHVA), 1,008 zones and 3,000 nits claimed, versus 2,040 zones and 5,000 nits for the 65-inch. It's a good TV, but the C89L really shines from 65 inches up.
What does the L at the end of TCL model numbers mean?
It's the year: L for 2026, K for 2025, J for 2024. So a 65C6K is a 2025 model, a 65C89L a 2026 model.
Is the P79L suitable for a PS5?
For casual play, yes. But its panel runs at 60 Hz, with no 4K 120 Hz or FreeSync. A demanding gamer should go for a P89L at the very least, and ideally a C79L or C89L.
Does Nimestore sell the X11L?
Not in store at the moment. The X11L and RM9L are very high-end models in 75 to 115 inches. Ask our expert sales assistant if either of them interests you.
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