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The Hisense U8K offers better overall picture quality, higher brightness for both standard and high dynamic range content, and superior gaming performance. It also has a higher refresh rate and more HDMI ports. If having better contrast and local dimming for an enhanced dark room experience, or a higher performance for gaming is important, and you're willing to pay more, the Hisense U8K is a strong choice. The Samsung Q60B is generally less expensive, has a thin design, and performs decently in many areas. However, it lacks local dimming and has a lower refresh rate, so it might not be as suitable for gaming or viewing in very bright conditions. If you're looking for a more budget-friendly option and can compromise on some features, the Samsung Q60B could be adequate. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense U8K (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
- Very good for dark room
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for movies & TV
- Very good for news, talk, & other TV
- Excellent for cartoons & animation
- Good for use as monitor
- Very good reflections
Advantages of the Samsung Q60B (LCD)
- Good motion processing
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.7
7.3
8.21/10
CONTRAST
7.75/10
9.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.2/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Hisense U8K (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the Samsung Q60B (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.5
6.6
8.21/10
CONTRAST
7.75/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
8.5/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the Samsung Q60B (LCD) is only fair.
The Hisense U8K provides a superior movie and cinematic TV experience thanks to its high contrast and effective local dimming which greatly enhance dark scene performance through deeper blacks and minimized blooming, along with exceptional black uniformity, meaning dark screens appear evenly black without patchiness. In contrast, the Samsung Q60B, while still offering good contrast, lacks local dimming which results in a less pronounced black level and, although it has good black uniformity, it falls short in maintaining quality in dark scenes, especially when viewed from an angle.
Gaming
8.6
5.6
6.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.2/10
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
7.0/10
90.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
9.2/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.9/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Samsung Q60B (LCD) is poor.
The Hisense U8K is lauded for gaming owing to its decent response time and good input lag, which leads to smoother motion and less delay between player actions and on-screen outcomes. In contrast, while the Samsung Q60B has excellent input lag, its poor response time can result in motion blur, which is less than ideal for gaming where fast, crisp visuals are paramount.
Cartoons & Animation
9.1
8.4
8.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.2/10
9.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.2/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
8.6/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.1/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.2/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is excellent for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung Q60B (LCD) is very good.
The Hisense U8K excels in color volume, delivering vibrant and varied shades essential for animated content, though its colors out of the box are somewhat less accurate than the Samsung Q60B. Conversely, the Q60B offers better color accuracy straight away, but its color volume isn't as rich, meaning it might not display the full spectrum of colors in cartoons as vividly as the U8K.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.6
7.6
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung Q60B (LCD) is good.
The Hisense U8K excels at upscaling lower resolution content and provides excellent SDR brightness, making it ideal for watching news and talk shows with clarity and vibrancy, even in well-lit rooms. While the Samsung Q60B also offers very good SDR brightness and upscaling, its performance may be slightly less impressive in areas like contrast and color reproduction straight out of the box, which could affect the overall viewing experience.
Bright Room
9.7
7.1
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
9.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.7/10
8.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.3/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Samsung Q60B (LCD) is good.
The Hisense U8K excels in a bright room due to its superior SDR and HDR brightness, along with better handling of reflections, making it the preferred choice for brightly-lit environments. While the Samsung Q60B also performs well in terms of SDR brightness for its price, it is slightly less effective at managing reflections, which could influence viewing quality in very bright rooms.
Cost
$698
$748
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Hisense U8K (LCD) has a price of $698 and the Samsung Q60B (LCD) costs $748.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.3
6.4
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
7.0/10
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Q60B (LCD) and Hisense U8K (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Hisense U8K has a fair response time that might not keep up with fast-moving scenes in sports, and although it handles reflections very well, its narrow viewing angles can limit the visibility of the game from the side. The Samsung Q60B also has a lower than ideal response time, leading to some motion blur during fast-paced sports, but like the Hisense U8K, it offers only fair reflections handling and has somewhat limited viewing angles, which could affect group viewings.
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How the Hisense U8K (LCD) and the Samsung Q60B (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Hisense U8K (LCD) | Samsung Q60B (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$698 | $748 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2023 | April 3, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 55U8K | QN55Q60B | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 55" | 55" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Google TV | Tizen | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 8.3/10 | 5.9/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | Yes | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 3 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 8.7/10 | 7.3/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.7/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.5/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.3/10 | 6.4/10 | |
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" | 27.9" x 48.5" x 1" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 30.5" x 48.5" | 29.4" x 48.5" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 41.2 lbs | 34.2 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 300 | 200 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 | 8.2/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 2.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.1.2 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 50 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Bypass only | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | Yes | No | |
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David Katzmaier | June 2022
"Samsung's 2022 QLED workhorse shines in bright rooms and with HDR. The Samsung Q60B stands out from the slew of entry-level TVs with an ultra-thin frame, a skinny profile from the side and even narrow stand legs. The Q60B is a very good bright-room TV, and my subjective impression of its ample light output was proven by measurements."
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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 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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