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The TCL C735K is a QLED TV range. Verified UK models include 75-inch and 98-inch screen sizes.
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The product, explained
The TCL C735K is a QLED TV range. Verified UK models include 75-inch and 98-inch screen sizes.
The display resolution is 3840 x 2160 pixels. The backlight specification is: Direct-LED (75-inch option). This detail is not supplied for every model option. HDR support includes Dolby Vision, Dolby Vision IQ, High Dynamic Range 10 (HDR10), High Dynamic Range 10+ (HDR10 Plus), Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG). This 4K UHD pixel count is four times that of Full HD, providing the resolution needed to display compatible 4K programmes, films and games in their original pixel dimensions.
The specified refresh rate is: 144 Hz (75-inch option); 120 Hz (98-inch option). Smart TV features run on: Google TV (98-inch option). This detail is not supplied for every model option. The number of HDMI inputs is 4. The HDMI inputs allow separate source devices to stay connected, such as a games console, set-top box and streaming player. Check the individual port specifications for features such as eARC and high-refresh-rate gaming.
The number of USB 2.0 ports is 1. Wi-Fi support is recorded as Yes. Bluetooth support is recorded as Yes.
The TCL C735K catalogue includes 2 verified UK model options. The sourced specifications differ in refresh rate, so size and model code matter. The specifications below identify each model separately, while the COR Score combines critic ratings for the range.
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Choose an exact UK model. Specifications and supplied accessories can differ between sizes and editions.
UK model 75C735K
Availability: Historic| Screen Size | 75 inch |
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| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels |
| Display technology | QLED |
| Backlight | Direct-LED |
| HDR (High Dynamic Range) | Dolby Vision, Dolby Vision IQ, High Dynamic Range 10 (HDR10), High Dynamic Range 10+ (HDR10 Plus), Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) |
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz |
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| HDMI | 4 |
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| USB 2.0 ports | 1 |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
Specification source: Icecat product 108035144 · Checked 21 Sep 2026
Icecat product 108035144 · Checked 21 Sep 2026. Manufacturer specifications take precedence.
| AMD FreeSync | Yes |
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| RMS rated power | 30 W |
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| Audio decoders | DTS, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital AC4, Dolby TrueHD |
| Panel mounting interface | 400 x 300 mm |
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| Width (with stand) | 1671 mm |
| Depth (with stand) | 330 mm |
| Height (with stand) | 1028 mm |
| Weight (with stand) | 29.5 kg |
| Width (without stand) | 1671 mm |
| Depth (without stand) | 99 mm |
| Height (without stand) | 958 mm |
| Weight (without stand) | 29 kg |
| Power consumption (standby) | 0.29 W |
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| Energy efficiency class (SDR) | G |
| Display diagonal | 190.5 cm (75") |
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| LED backlighting type | Direct-LED |
| Viewable size diagonal | 189 cm |
| Analog signal format system | NTSC, PAL, PAL BG, PAL DK, PAL I, SECAM |
| Digital signal format system | DVB-C, DVB-S2, DVB-T2 |
| Product colour | Black |
| Picture processing technology | TCL AiPQ 2.0 Engine |
| 4K Ultra HD upscaling | Yes |
| HDCP | Yes |
| PC in (D-Sub) | No |
| Headphone outputs | 1 |
| Common interface (CI) | Yes |
| Common interface Plus (CI+) | Yes |
| Game mode | Yes |
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| Game features | Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Game Bar, Game Master Pro, Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) |
| Number of speakers | 2 |
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| Audio (L/R) out | 1 |
| Digital audio optical out | 1 |
| Apple AirPlay 2 support | Yes |
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| High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported | Yes |
| HDMI Quick Switch | Yes |
| DVI port | No |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
| RF ports quantity | 2 |
| Tuner type | Analog & digital |
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| Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV (HbbTV) | Yes |
| Smart modes | Dolby Vision, Game, Movie, Sports |
| Auto power off | Yes |
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| Energy consumption (SDR) per 1000 hours | 172 kWh |
| Energy consumption (HDR) per 1000 hours | 236 kWh |
UK model 98C735K
Availability: Current| Screen Size | 98 inch |
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| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels |
| HD type | 4K Ultra HD |
| Display technology | QLED |
| HDR (High Dynamic Range) | Dolby Vision, Dolby Vision IQ, High Dynamic Range 10 (HDR10), High Dynamic Range 10+ (HDR10 Plus), Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
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| HDMI | 4 |
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| USB 2.0 ports | 1 |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Smart TV platform | Google TV |
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Specification source: Icecat product 116199779 · Checked 21 Sep 2026
Icecat product 116199779 · Checked 21 Sep 2026. Manufacturer specifications take precedence.
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
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| AMD FreeSync | Yes |
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| RMS rated power | 30 W |
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| Audio output channels | 2.1 channels |
| Audio decoders | Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital AC4, Dolby TrueHD |
| Smart TV | Yes |
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| Operating system installed | Google TV |
| Panel mounting interface | 400 x 400 mm |
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| Width (with stand) | 2186 mm |
| Depth (with stand) | 404 mm |
| Height (with stand) | 1362 mm |
| Weight (with stand) | 56 kg |
| Width (without stand) | 2186 mm |
| Depth (without stand) | 72 mm |
| Height (without stand) | 1325 mm |
| Power consumption (standby) | 0.5 W |
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| Energy efficiency class (SDR) | G |
| Energy efficiency class (HDR) | G |
| Display diagonal | 2.49 m (98") |
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| Screen shape | Flat |
| Response time | 6 ms |
| Motion interpolation technology | PPI (Picture Performance Index) 3700 |
| Dynamic contrast ratio marketing name | Mega Contrast |
| Display diagonal (metric) | 248.9 cm |
| Peak luminance ratio | 65% |
| Analog signal format system | NTSC, PAL BG, PAL DK, PAL I, PAL L, SECAM B/G, SECAM D/K, SECAM L |
| Digital signal format system | DVB-C, DVB-S2, DVB-T2 |
| Built-in Chromecast | Yes |
| Built-in subwoofer | Yes |
| Equalizer | Yes |
| Equalizer bands quantity | 7 |
| Auto volume leveller | Yes |
| Web browser | Yes |
| Product colour | Black |
| Frameless design | Yes |
| Bezel type | 3 Bezel-less |
| Teletext function | Yes |
| Subtitles function | Yes |
| AI Upscale | Yes |
| Picture processing technology | TCL AiPQ 2.0 Engine |
| Noise reduction | Yes |
| Processor cores | 4 |
| 4K Ultra HD upscaling | Yes |
| DVD player | No |
| HDCP | Yes |
| HDCP version | 2.3 |
| PC in (D-Sub) | No |
| Headphone outputs | 1 |
| RF connector type | F, IEC |
| Common interface (CI) | Yes |
| Common interface Plus (CI+) | Yes |
| Common interface Plus (CI+) version | 1.4 |
| Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) | T-link |
| Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) | Yes |
| Programming period | 8 day(s) |
| On Screen Display (OSD) | Yes |
| Number of OSD languages | 29 |
| On Screen Display (OSD) languages | ALB, Bulgarian, Croatian, Czech, Danish, German, Dutch, English, Spanish, Estonian, Finnish, French, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, LAT, Lithuanian, MAC, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, SER, Slovak, Slovenian, Swedish, Turkish, Ukrainian |
| Sleep timer | Yes |
| Works with Amazon Alexa | Yes |
| Works with the Google Assistant | Yes |
| Works with Samsung Bixby | No |
| TCL technologies (AV/TV) | 4K HDR Pro, Dolby Atmos®, Game Master Pro, Google TV, Micro Dimming, Motion Clarity Pro, T-cast |
| Package type | Box |
| Quantum dot color technology | Yes |
| Channel list copy function | Yes |
| Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) certified | Yes |
| Game mode | Yes |
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| AMD FreeSync type | FreeSync Premium |
| Game features | Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), Game Bar, Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) |
| Number of speakers | 2 |
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| Subwoofer RMS power | 40 W |
| Audio formats supported | MP3, WMA |
| Audio Return Channel (ARC) | Yes |
| Digital audio optical out | 1 |
| Soundbar included | No |
| Auto channel search | Yes |
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| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| HID support | Yes |
| Video formats supported | AVI, H.264, H.265, MKV, MP4, MPG, PS, VP9, WEBM, WMV |
| Image formats supported | BMP, HEIF, JPG, PNG |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported | Yes |
| Smartphone/tablet remote support | Yes |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| HDMI Quick Switch | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
| RF ports quantity | 2 |
| Tuner type | Analog & digital |
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| Internet TV | Yes |
| Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV (HbbTV) | Yes |
| Hybrid Broadcast Broadband TV (HbbTV) version | 2.0.2 |
| Smart modes | Dolby Vision, IMAX Enhanced, Sports |
| App distribution platform | Google Play |
| Video apps | Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Disney+, Netflix, YouTube |
| Works with Apple Siri | No |
| Google applications | Google Home |
| VESA mounting | Yes |
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| Stand type | Legs stand |
| Stand colour | Grey |
| Package width | 2505 mm |
| Package depth | 438 mm |
| Package height | 1524 mm |
| Desktop stand | Yes |
| AC (power) in | Yes |
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| Energy consumption (SDR) per 1000 hours | 240 kWh |
| Energy consumption (HDR) per 1000 hours | 375 kWh |
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The verified model options are 75-inch 75C735K, 98-inch 98C735K. Select the exact code in the specification section. A range review does not establish that each screen size was tested separately.
Match the complete UK model code, screen size, condition and included accessories. Check delivery, stock and the final total at the retailer. Search links help you find listings and are labelled separately from matched price offers.
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