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  3. Main Differences
  4. Design
    1. Style - Bar
    2. Style - Subwoofer
    3. Style - Satellites
    4. Dimensions - Bar
    5. Dimensions - Subwoofer
    6. Dimensions - Satellites
    7. Mounting
    8. Build Quality
    9. In The Box
  5. Sound
    1. Stereo Frequency Response
    2. Stereo Frequency Response With Preliminary Calibration
    3. Stereo Soundstage
    4. Stereo Dynamics
    5. Center
    6. Surround 5.1
    7. Height (Atmos)
    8. Sound Enhancement Features
  6. Connectivity
    1. Inputs/Outputs - Bar
    2. Audio Format Support: ARC/eARC
    3. Audio Format Support: HDMI In
    4. Audio Format Support: Optical
    5. Audio Latency: ARC
    6. Audio Latency: HDMI In
    7. Audio Latency: Optical
    8. Video Passthrough To TV
    9. Wireless Playback
  7. Additional Features
    1. Interface
    2. Bar Controls
    3. Remote
    4. Voice Assistants Support
  8. Comments

TCL Q85H vs Vizio Elevate SE SL512X-0806

Side-by-Side Comparison

Products

TCL Q85H
Vizio Elevate SE SL512X-0806

Tested using Methodology v1.3

Updated Apr 01, 2025 08:10 PM

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TCL Q85H Picture
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Channels
7.1.4
Channels
5.1.2
  1. Recommended in 2 articles:
  2. Dolby Atmos
  3. Movies
  1. Recommended in 1 article:
  2. Vizio

Variants

  • Q85H (Black)
  • SL512X-0806 (Black)

Review

See TCL Q85H Review
See Vizio Elevate SE SL512X-0806 Review
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Our Verdict

TCL Q85H

Vizio Elevate SE SL512X-0806

The TCL Q85H is a better soundbar for most people than the Vizio Elevate SE SL512X-0806. The TCL has a more balanced frequency response, better Atmos performance, and more inputs, including Optical and full HDMI in. It also offers lower latency performance than the Vizio when connected via eARC. But some people might appreciate the Vizio's stripped back, simplistic approach. Fewer options can mean fewer moments of frustration while hooking up your system. 

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