If you're looking for an affordable TV and are content with basic features, the Hisense A65K would be suitable, especially if you enjoy cartoons and animations as it performs well there. Its larger size, updated features such as support for several HDR formats, and better connectivity with 4 HDMI ports might justify choosing it over the Samsung N5300. However, the N5300 does offer better viewing angles which could be important if you have a wide seating arrangement. Keep in mind, both TVs have a fair picture quality and might not be the best choice if you require a TV for brightly lit rooms or for critical viewing of movies and sports. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense A65K (LCD)
Good for cartoons & animation
Good for upscaling
Advantages of the Samsung N5300 (LCD)
Good motion processing
Very good viewing angle
Key differences
Picture Quality
6.7/10
5.6/10
5.64/10
CONTRAST
5.102564103/10
7.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
5.5/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
ADS / IPS
The Hisense A65K (LCD) has only fair picture quality, while the Samsung N5300 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.9/10
5.3/10
5.64/10
CONTRAST
5.102564103/10
6.3/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
5.8/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Hisense A65K (LCD) and Samsung N5300 (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV, though the Hisense A65K (LCD) is somewhat better.
Sports
6.1/10
6.7/10
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
7.0/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
4.3/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
No
The Samsung N5300 (LCD) and Hisense A65K (LCD) are both only fair for sports, though the Samsung N5300 (LCD) is somewhat better.
Gaming
5.9/10
4.9/10
6.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.9/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
4.3/10
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
7.0/10
18.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
6.0/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
The Hisense A65K (LCD) and Samsung N5300 (LCD) are both poor for gaming, though the Hisense A65K (LCD) is somewhat better.
Cartoons & Animation
7.3/10
5.7/10
7.6/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
7.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
5.5/10
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
8.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.2/10
5.7/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.7/10
The Hisense A65K (LCD) is good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung N5300 (LCD) is poor.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.7/10
5.6/10
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
6.3/10
The Hisense A65K (LCD) is only fair for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung N5300 (LCD) is poor.
Bright Room
6.4/10
5.7/10
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
8.1/10
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
6.2/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.6/10
6.6/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.3/10
The Hisense A65K (LCD) is only fair for bright room, while the Samsung N5300 (LCD) is poor.
Cost
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The Hisense A65K (LCD) has a price of $200 and the Samsung N5300 (LCD) costs $250.
"The A65K proved to be a rather capable TV that works great within its extreme limitations that its price dictates. It has great contrast, very low input lag and good color coverage. Add Google TV and a low price in the mix and you have an excellent low budget offering."
Get a great deal on the Hisense A65K (LCD) or the Samsung N5300 (LCD)
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 Samsung
Samsung, a South Korean electronics manufacturer, holds the title of being the largest global TV vendor in terms of units sold. They offer a diverse lineup of TV products that cater to various budget ranges. A notable achievement in recent years is the development of Quantum Dots, a technology that enhances color reproduction, resulting in richer and more vibrant hues. Samsung TVs are well-regarded for their high manufacturing quality and user-friendly software, making them an excellent choice for consumers seeking an intuitive viewing experience.
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