Updated April 10, 2024·Prices updated 24 hours ago
The Hisense A4H is a budget-friendly option but it doesn't perform well overall, especially in bright rooms or for watching movies and gaming. The LG G1, while more expensive, offers exceptional picture quality in both dark and bright environments, excels in gaming with lower input lag, and boasts superior sound with great speakers. If cost is a major concern and you mostly watch in a dark environment, the Hisense might suffice. However, if you're looking for a top-notch viewing experience with beautiful colors and sound for all types of content, and are willing to pay a premium, the LG G1 would be the superior choice. Give Feedback
This comparison is based on the 43" Hisense A4H (LCD) and the 55" LG G1 (OLED). At the time of writing the 43" Hisense A4H (LCD) cost $255 and the 55" LG G1 (OLED) cost $1,700. The Hisense A4H (LCD) has dropped in price by $77.
Advantages of the Hisense A4H (LCD)
The Hisense A4H (LCD) has no clear advantages over the LG G1 (OLED).
Advantages of the LG G1 (OLED)
Good for bright room
Excellent for dark room
Excellent for gaming
Excellent for movies & TV
Very good for sports
Very good for news, talk, & other TV
Very good for cartoons & animation
Very good for use as monitor
Very good for upscaling
Very good motion processing
Excellent viewing angle
Excellent reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
5.3/10
8.8/10
3.80/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
6.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.5/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
WOLED
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
WBE
The LG G1 (OLED) has very good picture quality, while the Hisense A4H (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.2/10
9.1/10
3.80/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
5.5/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
No
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The LG G1 (OLED) is excellent for movies & TV, while the Hisense A4H (LCD) is poor.
Sports
6.1/10
8.4/10
2.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
5.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
No
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG G1 (OLED) is very good for sports, while the Hisense A4H (LCD) is only fair.
Gaming
5.6/10
9.0/10
5.9/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
10.0/10
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
2.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
100.0/100
2.5/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.2/10
The LG G1 (OLED) is excellent for gaming, while the Hisense A4H (LCD) is poor.
Cartoons & Animation
5.9/10
8.5/10
6.0/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.1/10
6.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.5/10
5.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
8.3/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.1/10
7.7/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
9.8/10
The LG G1 (OLED) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Hisense A4H (LCD) is poor.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.9/10
8.7/10
5.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
The LG G1 (OLED) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Hisense A4H (LCD) is poor.
Bright Room
4.7/10
7.4/10
7.4/10
VIEWING ANGLE
9.3/10
5.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
2.5/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.4/10
6.6/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
9.3/10
The LG G1 (OLED) is good for bright room, while the Hisense A4H (LCD) is poor.
Cost
$178
$1,700
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Hisense A4H (LCD) has a price of $178 and the LG G1 (OLED) costs $1,700.
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About Hisense
Hisense, a Chinese TV manufacturer, entered the US market in approximately 2011 and has since acquired TV divisions from various companies such as Toshiba, Sharp, Hitachi, and NEC. Currently ranking as the fourth largest vendor in terms of sales volume, Hisense aims to capture a wide range of TV budget segments. They offer exceptional value with TVs that often outperform their competitors at similar price points, making them a compelling choice for consumers. In the US, they use Google TV as their smart TV software which provides the largest app selection and a very modern user interface, however it is not as user friendly as the software from other vendors.
About LG
LG, a prominent TV brand from Korea, has played a significant role in popularizing OLED TVs. OLED technology is hailed as the future of TV technology. Their TVs employ WebOS, a proprietary smart TV software that not only offers seamless functionality but also includes gaming-specific features, earning praise from players worldwide. Often regarded as the gateway to unparalleled viewing experiences, LG's mid-range OLEDs come highly recommended, making them a worthwhile investment for those willing to stretch their budget for superior quality.
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