If you're on a budget and want a more cost-effective option, the Hisense U6H LCD TV is significantly less expensive and offers good general picture quality. However, it cannot match the Samsung S90C OLED TV in terms of overall performance, particularly with its superior contrast and viewing angles, making it better for movie enthusiasts and in darker viewing environments. The Samsung S90C also provides a higher refresh rate, which is beneficial for fast-moving content like sports and gaming. For bright rooms, the Hisense might perform well, but OLED TVs, like the Samsung S90C, can sometimes be more susceptible to glare. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense U6H (LCD)
The Hisense U6H (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung S90C (OLED).
Advantages of the Samsung S90C (OLED)
Very good for bright room
Excellent for dark room
Best in class for gaming
Excellent for movies & TV
Very good for sports
Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
Excellent for cartoons & animation
Excellent for use as monitor
Very good for upscaling
Very good motion processing
Best in class viewing angle
Best in class reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.7/10
9.4/10
7.38/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
7.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.2/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
RGB OLED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
QD-OLED
The Samsung S90C (OLED) has excellent picture quality, while the Hisense U6H (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
7.7/10
9.4/10
7.38/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
6.3/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Samsung S90C (OLED) is excellent for movies & TV, while the Hisense U6H (LCD) is good.
The Samsung S90C, being an OLED TV, offers perfect blacks and infinite contrast, giving it superior black uniformity and local dimming capabilities. In comparison, while the Hisense U6H has good contrast and supports local dimming, its LCD technology can't achieve the same level of black uniformity and depth that makes the Samsung stand out for movies and cinematic content.
Sports
6.0/10
8.7/10
2.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.2/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung S90C (OLED) is very good for sports, while the Hisense U6H (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung S90C (OLED) delivers a better sports viewing experience compared to the Hisense U6H (LCD) mainly because the OLED technology allows for a superior response time, which means less motion blur during fast-paced games, and its better handling of reflections ensures clear visibility regardless of lighting conditions in the room. Additionally, OLED provides wider viewing angles, which means the image won't degrade for viewers sitting off to the side, and both TVs have adequate gray uniformity, although it's somewhat more consistent on the Samsung, contributing to a more uniform field view during sports broadcasts.
Gaming
6.2/10
10.0/10
5.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
10.0/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
2.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.2/10
70.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
100.0/100
7.1/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.4/10
The Samsung S90C (OLED) is best in class for gaming, while the Hisense U6H (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung S90C excels in gaming with the best response time and lowest input lag, which are crucial for fast-paced and reactive gameplay, making it highly responsive to player actions. In contrast, the Hisense U6H, while offering a very good input lag, is held back by its poorer response time, leading to less crisp motion in gaming scenarios.
Cartoons & Animation
8.4/10
9.3/10
7.7/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
9.2/10
7.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.2/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
9.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.8/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
9.8/10
The Samsung S90C (OLED) is excellent for cartoons & animation, while the Hisense U6H (LCD) is very good.
The Hisense U6H performs very well with cartoons and animation due to its excellent color accuracy out of the box and its good color gamut, which allows it to display a wide range of colors. On the other hand, the Samsung S90C is considered excellent for this content because, as an OLED TV, it offers perfect black levels and a wider color gamut, giving it an edge in color volume that results in a more vibrant and immersive viewing experience.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.2/10
9.1/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
The Samsung S90C (OLED) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the Hisense U6H (LCD) is very good.
The Hisense U6H's strong upscaling and good color accuracy out of the box make it very good for watching news and TV shows. On the other hand, the Samsung S90C's superior contrast, color gamut, and exceptional upscaling contribute to an excellent viewing experience for the same type of content.
Bright Room
7.0/10
8.5/10
5.6/10
VIEWING ANGLE
10.0/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
6.9/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.0/10
6.6/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
10.0/10
The Samsung S90C (OLED) is very good for bright room, while the Hisense U6H (LCD) is good.
The Hisense U6H has good SDR and fair HDR brightness, which is suitable for bright rooms, but its ability to handle reflections is also rated as fair, potentially causing some glare issues. The Samsung S90C, on the other hand, matches the SDR brightness of the U6H but has very good HDR brightness and the best reflection handling, offering a clearer picture in very bright environments.
Cost
$498
$1,375
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Hisense U6H (LCD) has a price of $498 and the Samsung S90C (OLED) costs $1,375.
"A budget TV that exceeds expectations. (...) For a TV that costs as little as this one does, its brightness and color are above-average (...) The U6H may not get quite as bright as its splashier siblings, but for its class, it fares pretty well. (...) As far as input lag, the U6H is an impressive performer. (...) Costing less than most of its direct competitors, and matching or bettering them in several key areas, it’s an irresistible value proposition. (...)"
"Samsung S90C is the company's attempt at making its QD-OLED technology more affordable. You get high-end pictures, great processing, top gaming tech, and a sharp design."
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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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