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Updated January 10, 2024·
If budget is a concern and you're looking for a good quality TV without spending too much, the Hisense U8G LCD is a strong option. It offers a very good picture quality and gaming performance at a cheaper price compared to the LG C3 OLED. However, if you're willing to invest in the best viewing experience, particularly for movies and general content watching, the LG C3 OLED will provide superior picture quality with better contrast and black levels. Keep in mind that OLED screens have a risk of burn-in with static images, while LCDs like the Hisense U8G do not, but the LG C3 excels in a dark room where its picture quality can really shine. In bright rooms, the Hisense U8G will perform better as OLEDs might not be as bright as high-end LCDs. If you're a gamer, both TVs are suitable, but the OLED has a slight edge in motion handling and response time. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense U8G (LCD)
- The Hisense U8G (LCD) has no clear advantages over the LG C3 (OLED).
Advantages of the LG C3 (OLED)
- Excellent for dark room
- Excellent for gaming
- Excellent for movies & TV
- Very good for sports
- Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
- Excellent for use as monitor
- Very good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
- Best in class viewing angle
- Best in class reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.0
9.0
7.63/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
7.7/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.1/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
WOLED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
WBE
The LG C3 (OLED) has excellent picture quality, while the Hisense U8G (LCD) has very good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.0
9.2
7.63/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
7.2/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The LG C3 (OLED) is excellent for movies & TV, while the Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good.
The LG C3 OLED provides exceptional contrast, perfect black uniformity, and a wide viewing angle, making it excellent for movies with its ability to deliver deep, rich blacks and consistent colors at various angles. In contrast, the Hisense U8G LCD has very good contrast and local dimming that contribute to a great movie-watching experience as well, but it may fall short with less than perfect black uniformity and a more limited viewing angle.
Sports
6.4
8.5
3.9/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG C3 (OLED) is very good for sports, while the Hisense U8G (LCD) is only fair.
The LG C3 (OLED) outperforms the Hisense U8G (LCD) in watching sports primarily because of its superior response time and motion processing, resulting in less blur during fast-moving scenes, and its better handling of reflections which is crucial for maintaining clarity, especially in brightly lit environments. Additionally, the LG C3's wider viewing angles ensure consistent picture quality even at extreme sides, making it more suited for group sports viewing compared to the Hisense U8G, which may show more variance in picture quality when viewing from an angle.
Gaming
8.3
9.0
8.1/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
10.0/10
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
3.9/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
80.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
100.0/100
8.6/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.0/10
The LG C3 (OLED) is excellent for gaming, while the Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good.
The Hisense U8G has a very good response time and good input lag, which are important for gaming, but the LG C3 exceeds with the best response time and best input lag, providing an even smoother and more responsive gaming experience. Both TVs offer a 120Hz refresh rate for fluid motion, but the LG C3's OLED technology might give gamers an extra edge in terms of responsiveness and image clarity during fast-paced games.
Bright Room
8.9
8.3
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
9.5/10
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.0/10
8.4/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.0/10
8.6/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
10.0/10
The Hisense U8G (LCD) and LG C3 (OLED) are both very good for bright room, though the Hisense U8G (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Hisense U8G excels in bright rooms due to its strong SDR and HDR brightness, combined with very effective reflection handling, which ensures the picture remains visible even in well-lit conditions. On the other hand, the LG C3, while having similarly impressive brightness capabilities and even better handling of reflections, offers the additional advantage of superior contrast, color volume, and color gamut, which contribute to vivid and lifelike images.
Cost
$1,500
$1,397
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Hisense U8G (LCD) has a price of $1,500 and the LG C3 (OLED) costs $1,397.
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Key similarities
Cartoons & Animation
8.6
8.8
8.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.3/10
7.7/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.1/10
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.0/10
9.0/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.9/10
6.4/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
10.0/10
The LG C3 (OLED) and Hisense U8G (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The Hisense U8G delivers excellent colors straight out of the box, making it appealing for cartoons and animation without the need for adjustments, while both the U8G and LG C3 offer a very good color gamut for vibrant hues. However, the LG C3 stands out with its superior gray uniformity and contrast, thanks to its OLED technology, which enhances the viewing experience of animated content by providing deeper blacks and more consistent colors across the screen.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.6
9.0
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG C3 (OLED) to be excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good.
The Hisense U8G provides excellent upscaling and very good SDR brightness, which enhances standard-definition content, making it a very good option for watching news and other TV programs in well-lit rooms. The LG C3, with its OLED technology, offers slightly better upscaling and the same level of SDR brightness but stands out due to superior color accuracy right out of the box and a wider color gamut, providing a more vibrant viewing experience, particularly for talk shows where color fidelity can be more noticeable.
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How the Hisense U8G (LCD) and the LG C3 (OLED) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Hisense U8G (LCD) | LG C3 (OLED) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,500 | $1,397 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | LG | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | April 2, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 55U8G | OLED55C3 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 55" | 55" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Android TV | webOS | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 8.1/10 | 9/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 8.9/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.3/10 | 9/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.1/10 | 9.2/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.4/10 | 8.5/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 28.2" x 48.5" x 3.9" | 27.7" x 48.1" x 1.8" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 30.7" x 48.5" | 29.8" x 48.1" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 38.1 lbs | 31.1 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 300 | 300 x 200 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | Yes | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 7.6/10 | 10/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 10/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | Unknown | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | Yes, Bypass only | No | |
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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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