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If you're on a tighter budget and looking for a more affordable option, the Hisense A65K could be a suitable choice. But keep in mind that it may not perform as well in a dark room, and its overall picture quality is not as high as the TCL R646. On the other hand, while the TCL R646 is more expensive, it offers a significantly better picture quality overall, which includes better performance in both dark and bright rooms. It is also a superior option for gaming thanks to its higher refresh rate and lower input lag. Furthermore, the TCL R646 has better sound quality and supports more advanced HDR formats. So, if you prioritize picture quality, gaming performance, and can afford to spend more, the TCL R646 would be the better option. If budget is a primary concern and you are willing to compromise on some of these aspects, the Hisense A65K would be the way to go. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense A65K (LCD)
- Good for upscaling
Advantages of the TCL R646 (LCD)
- Very good for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Very good for gaming
- Good for movies & TV
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
- Good for use as monitor
- Very good reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
6.7
7.9
5.64/10
CONTRAST
8.43/10
7.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.6/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL R646 (LCD) has good picture quality, while the Hisense A65K (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.9
7.8
5.64/10
CONTRAST
8.43/10
6.3/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL R646 (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Hisense A65K (LCD) is poor.
In movies and cinematic TV, the TCL R646 excels with a high contrast ratio, effective local dimming, and superior black uniformity, offering a more immersive viewing experience with deeper blacks and better shadow detail. Contrastingly, the Hisense A65K suffers from a lower contrast ratio and less effective local dimming, resulting in a less optimal viewing experience where dark scenes might appear washed out and lack depth.
Sports
6.1
6.6
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL R646 (LCD) and Hisense A65K (LCD) are both only fair for sports, though the TCL R646 (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Hisense A65K's viewing experience for sports is limited by its fair response time, affecting how well it displays fast-moving action and might have motion blur. Conversely, the TCL R646 offers a very good response time which is crucial for smoother motion in sports but shares similar challenges with reflections and viewing angles, not ideal for well-lit rooms or wide seating arrangements.
Gaming
5.9
8.2
6.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.0/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
18.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
6.0/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.7/10
The TCL R646 (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Hisense A65K (LCD) is poor.
The Hisense A65K has fair response time and input lag, which may not be as suitable for fast-paced gaming where quick screen updates are crucial, whereas the TCL R646 offers very good response time and input lag, making it more responsive and better suited for competitive gaming environments. Additionally, the TCL R646 supports a higher refresh rate, providing smoother motion during gameplay compared to the Hisense A65K's lower refresh rate.
Cartoons & Animation
7.3
8.4
7.6/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.6/10
7.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.6/10
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
8.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.2/10
5.7/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
8.0/10
The TCL R646 (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Hisense A65K (LCD) is good.
The Hisense A65K proves better for cartoons and animation with its very good colors out of the box, facilitating an immediate and vibrant viewing experience without the need for calibration. However, the TCL R646 offers enhanced color performance overall, including a broader color gamut and better contrast, gray uniformity, and SDR brightness, which contribute to richer and more consistent picture quality despite its slightly worse out-of-the-box colors.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.7
7.5
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
The TCL R646 (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Hisense A65K (LCD) is only fair.
The TCL R646 outperforms the Hisense A65K in watching news and TV programs, largely because it has excellent SDR brightness, which makes it more suitable for bright room viewing, and also offers better upscaling of lower resolution content. Additionally, the TCL R646 features good colors straight out of the box and has a better contrast, local dimming, and color gamut that contribute to its good performance in this viewing category.
Bright Room
6.4
8.9
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
6.2/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
6.6/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.1/10
The TCL R646 (LCD) is very good for bright room, while the Hisense A65K (LCD) is only fair.
The TCL R646 performs better in a bright room, in part because it has a higher SDR and HDR brightness, which makes the image stand out even in well-lit environments. Additionally, it handles reflections more effectively than the Hisense A65K, ensuring that glare is less of a problem when watching TV near windows or under strong lighting.
Cost
$370
$800
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Hisense A65K (LCD) has a price of $370 and the TCL R646 (LCD) costs $800.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Hisense A65K (LCD) | TCL R646 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$370 | $800 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 4, 2023 | August 2, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65A65K | 65R646 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Google TV | Android TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.9/10 | 10/10 | |
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 | 6.8/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.9/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.9/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.1/10 | 6.6/10 | |
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" | 33.3" x 56.9" x 3.6" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.3" x 57.2" | 35.7" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 36.4 lbs | 63.5 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 200 x 300 | 300 x 300 | |
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 | 8.4/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 3.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 30 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Yes, Bypass only | |
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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 TCL
TCL, the highly recognizable TV brand from China, has firmly established itself as the second-largest manufacturer in terms of sales volume. Renowned for striking an impressive balance between affordability, picture quality, and design, TCL TVs deliver a compelling overall package. While they have traditionally excelled in the low-end and midrange TV segments, TCL has recently made remarkable strides in the realm of high-end televisions, introducing impressive models that rival top competitors. Most TCL TVs use Roku software which is very user friendly and easy to use, but they have a few other models that use Google TV which has the largest app selection, but is not as user friendly as Roku.
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