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Updated January 10, 2024·
For better dark room performance and overall picture quality, choose the Samsung AU8000. It's more suited for varied content including movies, sports, and news with higher performance in those categories. However, it typically costs more than the Hisense A6H. The Hisense A6H is a more budget-friendly option and has a slightly better gaming score. If you often watch cartoons and animation, it has a better score for that content. However, it doesn't perform as well in bright rooms or dark room settings. Both TVs support common HDR formats and have a similar input lag, making them both capable for casual gaming. Neither has local dimming, which affects contrast and deep black levels. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense A6H (LCD)
- Good viewing angle
Advantages of the Samsung AU8000 (LCD)
- Good reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
5.2
6.6
3.35/10
CONTRAST
6.71/10
6.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) has only fair picture quality, while the Hisense A6H (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
4.9
5.9
3.35/10
CONTRAST
6.71/10
5.4/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.9/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) and Hisense A6H (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV, though the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Hisense A6H is less suited for movies and cinematic TV due to its poor contrast, lack of local dimming, and subpar black uniformity, which can lead to washed-out dark scenes and less depth in the image. In comparison, while the Samsung AU8000 offers better contrast and black uniformity, it still lacks local dimming, limiting its ability to display deep blacks and rich details in darker content.
Cartoons & Animation
5.7
6.9
5.9/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
6.1/10
6.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
5.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.1/10
8.3/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.2/10
7.7/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair for cartoons & animation, while the Hisense A6H (LCD) is poor.
The Hisense A6H displays colors out of the box poorly, which makes cartoons and animation look less vibrant, and its color gamut is rated poor, indicating a limited range of colors, impacting the overall viewing experience negatively. In contrast, the Samsung AU8000 has a fair color gamut, which allows for a wider range of colors and better depiction of animated content, and its colors out of box are rated good, ensuring more accurate and pleasing colors without the need for calibration.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.8
6.7
5.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.1/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair for news, talk, & other TV, while the Hisense A6H (LCD) is poor.
The Hisense A6H's performance in upscaling and SDR brightness is considered poor, which diminishes its capacity to display news and talk shows clearly, especially in luminous environments, while the Samsung AU8000 exhibits fair upscaling and good SDR brightness, allowing for a more vibrant and clearer display of such content. Moreover, the Samsung AU8000 offers better contrast and color out of the box than the Hisense A6H, enhancing the overall viewing experience for daily programs.
Bright Room
5.4
6.3
7.8/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.5/10
5.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.1/10
5.3/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.7/10
6.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
7.8/10
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) is only fair for bright room, while the Hisense A6H (LCD) is poor.
The Hisense A6H struggles in bright rooms due to poor SDR and HDR brightness, which causes the picture to appear dim, and it only handles reflections fairly, meaning it may still be affected by ambient light. In comparison, the Samsung AU8000 offers better performance in bright rooms with good SDR brightness, allowing for a clearer image, and good reflection handling, minimizing the impact of light sources on screen visibility.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.1
6.5
2.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
6.0/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
5.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) and Hisense A6H (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Hisense A6H and Samsung AU8000 both exhibit shortcomings when watching sports, with limited motion processing which can lead to blurriness during fast actions, and average response time that prevents the crispest image transitions. However, the Hisense model has better viewing angles, reducing color and contrast shifts for off-center viewers, while the Samsung model handles reflections better, making it more suitable for bright rooms, yet both have some issues with gray uniformity which can affect the look of playing fields.
Gaming
5.7
5.8
5.9/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.9/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
2.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
6.0/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
5.4/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
The Samsung AU8000 (LCD) and Hisense A6H (LCD) are both poor for gaming.
The Hisense A6H and Samsung AU8000 have poor gaming performance due to their response times and input lag being rated poorly, and both have a 60Hz refresh rate, which is not ideal for high-frame-rate gaming. While both models respond slowly to input and display changes, they lag behind other TVs that are optimized for gaming with faster response times, lower input lag, and higher refresh rates.
Cost
$650
$648
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
$1,000
The Hisense A6H (LCD) has a price of $650 and the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) costs $648.
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How the Hisense A6H (LCD) and the Samsung AU8000 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Hisense A6H (LCD) | Samsung AU8000 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$650 | $648 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 3, 2022 | March 4, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65A6H | UN65AU8000 | |
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 | 6.1/10 | 6/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 3 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 5.3/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 5.4/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.8/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.1/10 | 6.5/10 | |
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" | 32.7" x 57.1" x 1" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.3" x 57.2" | 34.4" x 57.1" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 36.4 lbs | 46.1 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 300 | 400 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 | 3.4/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 2.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 28 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Bypass only | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | Yes | No | |
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Michael Desjardin | April 2023
"To put it directly: you’d never see a mid-range 4K TV hitting this black levels half a decade ago. AU8000 plays the part of a higher-end TV thanks to its sleek design. If you’re upgrading to a smart TV for the first time, the software is a great way to dip your toes in the streaming water."
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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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