TCL X11L review: One of the best out-of-the-box TVs that's entered our testing lab

"Straight out of the box, this is one of the most gorgeous televisions I've ever seen in my nearly decade-and-a-half career, and with minimal adjustments, you'll be getting a picture that blows a lot of OLED options out of the water. At our lab, we use a special imaging camera to test color accuracy, brightness, and contrast across a variety of preset picture modes to see how well each screen performs. Hands down, the X11L has some of the most impressive out-of-the-box results we've ever gotten out of a consumer-grade TV."

"For a brand that was once seen as a budget option, they've made significant strides to improve its products and reputation with each new generation. Hardware refreshes like updated LED and QLED panels and support for hi-res audio like Dolby Atmos helped push picture and sound quality to compete with established brands like Samsung, Sony, and LG."

"The brand claims that its new LED technology is capable of producing up to 100% of the BT.2020 color gamut, and this display came exceptionally close, only needing a few tweaks to zero-in."

TCL reached a tentative agreement in January 2026 to acquire a controlling stake in Sony's Bravia TV brand, with new products launching in 2027. The company has significantly elevated its reputation from budget-tier status through hardware improvements including updated LED and QLED panels, hi-res audio support like Dolby Atmos, and premium features in flagship models. The TCL X11L demonstrates exceptional out-of-the-box performance with impressive color accuracy, brightness, and contrast results. The brand's new LED technology produces up to 100% of the BT.2020 color gamut, delivering picture quality comparable to established premium brands and OLED options.

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