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Updated January 10, 2024·

The Hisense U8K excels in picture quality, especially with its higher peak brightness, making it a good fit for bright rooms, and its better local dimming performance will provide a superior viewing experience in dark environments. On the other hand, the Samsung Q70A has a wider viewing angle so it might be better for you if you have a wide seating area. For gaming, the Hisense U8K's higher refresh rate could be beneficial if you play fast-paced games and want a smoother experience. Both TVs are well-suited for a range of content, but if you watch a lot of movies or play video games, the Hisense U8K may offer a better picture quality, whereas the Samsung Q70A could be preferred for general TV watching in a setting where viewers are spread out across the room. 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
  • Very good reflections
Advantages of the Samsung Q70A (LCD)
  • Very good motion processing

Key differences

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Picture Quality

8.7
55U8K
QN55Q70A
7.2
8.21/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
9.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.0/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Hisense U8K (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the Samsung Q70A (LCD) has good picture quality.

Movies & TV

8.5
55U8K
QN55Q70A
6.4
8.21/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
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 Q70A (LCD) is only fair.

Gaming

8.6
55U8K
QN55Q70A
7.7
6.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.0/10
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
90.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
9.2/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.3/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Samsung Q70A (LCD) is good.

Cartoons & Animation

9.1
55U8K
QN55Q70A
8.2
8.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.1/10
9.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.0/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
8.6/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.5/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.0/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is excellent for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung Q70A (LCD) is very good.

News, Talk, & Other TV

8.6
55U8K
QN55Q70A
7.6
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung Q70A (LCD) is good.

Bright Room

9.7
55U8K
QN55Q70A
7.4
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
9.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.2/10
8.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Samsung Q70A (LCD) is good.
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Key similarities

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Sports

6.3
55U8K
QN55Q70A
6.7
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Q70A (LCD) and Hisense U8K (LCD) are both only fair for sports.

Cost

$698
55U8K
QN55Q70A
$729
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The Hisense U8K (LCD) has a price of $698 and the Samsung Q70A (LCD) costs $729.

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How the Hisense U8K (LCD) and the Samsung Q70A (LCD) compare to other TVs

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Spec Comparison

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Hisense U8K (LCD)Samsung Q70A (LCD)
Hisense U8K (LCD)Samsung Q70A (LCD)

GENERAL

Price
$698
$729
Brand
HisenseSamsung
Release Date
August 1, 2023March 1, 2021
Full name
55U8KQN55Q70A
Screen Size
55"55"
Screen Resolution
4K4K

TV FEATURES

Operating System
Google TVTizen
Sound Quality Score
8.3/105.7/10
NextGen Ready
YesNo
HDMI Ports
44
Coax Ports
11

DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES

Picture Quality Score
8.7/107.2/10
Bright Room Score
9.7/107.4/10
Gaming Score
8.6/107.8/10
Movies & TV Score
8.5/106.4/10
Sports Score
6.3/106.7/10

PHYSICAL

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)
30.5" x 48.5"30.5" x 48.5"
Weight without Stand
41.2 lbs34.2 lbs
VESA Mount
400 x 300200 X 200

DISPLAY

Color Depth
10 bit10 bit
Black Frame Insertion
YesYes
Auto Low Latency Mode
YesYes
Contrast
8.2/108.2/10
Local Dimming
8/102.5/10

SOUND

Speaker Setup
2.1.22.0
Speaker Power
50 W20 W
Dolby Atmos
YesBypass only
DTS:X
YesNo

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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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