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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're looking for a budget-friendly option, the Hisense A65K is significantly less expensive than the Samsung QN90C. It provides a decent overall picture quality and performs well with animations and cartoons. However, it might not be the best for dark rooms and has a lower score for gaming. On the other hand, the Samsung QN90C, while more costly, offers superior overall picture quality and excellent performance in bright rooms, making it suitable for varied viewing environments. It's also a better fit for sports, gaming, and has better sound quality with great speakers. If gaming and bright room performance are priorities for you, and you're willing to invest more, the Samsung model would be a worthwhile choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense A65K (LCD)
- The Hisense A65K (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung QN90C (LCD).
Advantages of the Samsung QN90C (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for movies & TV
- 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 reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
6.7
8.1
5.64/10
CONTRAST
7.38/10
7.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.1/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
ADS / IPS
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the Hisense A65K (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.9
8.0
5.64/10
CONTRAST
7.38/10
6.3/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the Hisense A65K (LCD) is poor.
Sports
6.1
7.0
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) is good for sports, while the Hisense A65K (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung QN90C performs better for sports due to its superior motion processing and reflection handling, which are essential for fast-paced action and various lighting conditions, whereas the Hisense A65K, though fair, falls short in these areas. Additionally, the Samsung offers better viewing angles, which is advantageous for watching with groups, whereas the Hisense has limitations when viewed from an angle.
Gaming
5.9
8.2
6.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
7.8/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
18.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
75.0/100
6.0/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Hisense A65K (LCD) is poor.
The Hisense A65K struggles with gaming due to its fair response time and very good input lag, which might not suit fast-paced games. On the other hand, the Samsung QN90C is better suited for gaming with its good response time and the best input lag, minimizing motion blur and delay during gameplay.
Cartoons & Animation
7.3
8.8
7.6/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.5/10
7.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.1/10
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
8.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.1/10
5.7/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.7/10
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Hisense A65K (LCD) is good.
The Hisense A65K displays colors well as soon as it's turned on and has satisfactory color gamut and color volume, making it suitable for animations where these aspects are very important. However, the Samsung QN90C not only shares these color merits but also offers better contrast and screen brightness, which can enhance the viewing experience of cartoons and animations even further.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.7
8.8
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Hisense A65K (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung QN90C performs better for watching news and TV programs due to its higher SDR brightness and exceptional upscaling capabilities, providing clear images even from low-resolution sources, whereas the Hisense A65K, while fair in these aspects, doesn't match the Samsung's performance levels. The Hisense may display less vibrant colors and lower contrast compared to the Samsung, which could affect the viewing experience in bright rooms or for content with varied colors and contrasts.
Bright Room
6.4
9.7
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
6.5/10
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
6.2/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
6.6/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
9.0/10
The Samsung QN90C (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Hisense A65K (LCD) is only fair.
The Hisense A65K has fair performance in handling room reflections and brightness levels, which may not stand out in very bright settings, while its contrast is moderate, impacting the depth of blacks on screen. In comparison, the Samsung QN90C offers excellent reflection handling and superior brightness, ensuring a clear and vibrant picture even in well-lit rooms, with high contrast that enhances the viewing experience by providing deep blacks and a wider color volume.
Cost
$370
$1,299
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Hisense A65K (LCD) has a price of $370 and the Samsung QN90C (LCD) costs $1,299.
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Spec Comparison
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| Hisense A65K (LCD) | Samsung QN90C (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$370 | $1,299 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 4, 2023 | March 2, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65A65K | QN65QN90C | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Google TV | Tizen | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.9/10 | 8.3/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | Yes | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.5/10 | 9.7/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.9/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.9/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.1/10 | 7/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.8" x 57.2" x 2.9" | 32.6" x 56.9" x 1.1" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.3" x 57.2" | 35.1" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 36.4 lbs | 53.4 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 200 x 300 | 400 x 400 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | No | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 5.6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 3.5/10 | 7/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 4.2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 60 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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Stratos Kampourogiannis | September 2023
"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."
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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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