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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Hisense U6H is a more budget-friendly option and offers better overall picture quality, especially in dark rooms, making it suitable for movies and gaming. It also has a higher contrast which can deliver deeper blacks. However, for sports viewing in bright rooms, the Sony X77L has an edge due to its superior viewing angle, courtesy of its IPS panel. If sound is a priority, both TVs have similar speaker setups, but the Hisense U6H can bypass Dolby Atmos, a feature the Sony X77L lacks. Regarding gaming, both have low input lag, but the Hisense U6H has a slightly better gaming score. If you often use the TV in a bright room, the Sony might be the better choice, although it is more expensive. On the other hand, if you prefer watching movies or gaming in a darker environment and are looking for a more cost-effective option, the Hisense U6H would be a better fit. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense U6H (LCD)
- Good for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Good for movies & TV
- Very good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
Advantages of the Sony X77L (LCD)
- Very good motion processing
- Good viewing angle
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.7
5.6
7.38/10
CONTRAST
3.58/10
7.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
IPS
The Hisense U6H (LCD) has good picture quality, while the Sony X77L (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
7.7
5.2
7.38/10
CONTRAST
3.58/10
6.3/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
5.8/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Hisense U6H (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Sony X77L (LCD) is poor.
The Hisense U6H is superior for movies and cinematic TV due to its high contrast ratio and effective local dimming, resulting in deep blacks and enhanced shadow details, essential for a great cinematic experience. In contrast, the Sony X77L falls short with a significantly lower contrast and poor local dimming, which can lead to washed-out blacks and less immersive viewing, especially in dark scenes.
Sports
6.0
6.8
2.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.5/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.0/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.2/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X77L (LCD) and Hisense U6H (LCD) are both only fair for sports, though the Sony X77L (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Hisense U6H and Sony X77L both have issues with response time affecting fast-moving scenes, which is not ideal for sports, and their motion handling capabilities also fall short, which can result in some blur during fast-paced action. Additionally, both TVs have challenges with reflections and viewing angles, meaning they might not be the best choice for brightly lit rooms or for viewing with a large group spread out across different angles. The Hisense U6H has a better contrast ratio which is good for sports, but the Sony X77L provides wider viewing angles, which may be more suitable for group watching.
Cartoons & Animation
8.4
6.0
7.7/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
7.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.2/10
9.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.8/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.7/10
The Hisense U6H (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Sony X77L (LCD) is only fair.
The Hisense U6H is rated as having excellent colors out of the box and a good color gamut, meaning it displays a wide and accurate range of colors, which is particularly effective for cartoons and animation. On the other hand, the Sony X77L, with very good colors out of the box, is limited by its poor color gamut, indicating a less varied color range, which can make animated content appear less vibrant.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.2
6.0
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.2/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.0/10
The Hisense U6H (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Sony X77L (LCD) is only fair.
The Hisense U6H performs better for news, talk shows, and TV programs as it excels in upscaling content, which is crucial for these types of media, and its SDR brightness helps deliver a clearer image in standard dynamic range viewing situations. Conversely, while the Sony X77L is respectable in these respects, it doesn't match the upscaling capabilities or SDR performance of the Hisense U6H, which may result in less clarity and brightness.
Bright Room
7.0
6.0
5.6/10
VIEWING ANGLE
7.7/10
7.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.2/10
6.9/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.2/10
6.6/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.3/10
The Hisense U6H (LCD) is good for bright room, while the Sony X77L (LCD) is only fair.
Cost
$498
$548
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
The Hisense U6H (LCD) has a price of $498 and the Sony X77L (LCD) costs $548.
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Key similarities
Gaming
6.2
5.8
5.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.9/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
2.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.5/10
70.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
5.0/100
7.1/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.4/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Hisense U6H (LCD) to be only fair for gaming, while the Sony X77L (LCD) is poor.
The Hisense U6H is considered a fair choice for gaming due to its very good input lag performance, important for a responsive gaming experience, whereas the Sony X77L, despite having a similar level of input lag, is rated poorly due to its significantly lower response time, which can result in motion blur during fast-paced games. Both TVs have a similar refresh rate, which does not contribute to the disparity in their gaming performance.
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How the Hisense U6H (LCD) and the Sony X77L (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Hisense U6H (LCD) | Sony X77L (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$498 | $548 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 3, 2022 | July 4, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65U6H | KD-65X77L | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Google TV | Google TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.1/10 | 6.1/10 | |
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 | 7.7/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.1/10 | 6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.3/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 7.7/10 | 5.2/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6/10 | 6.9/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 33" x 57" x 3" | 33.3" x 57.6" x 2.9" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.7" x 57" | 36" x 57.6" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 41.2 lbs | 45 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 300 x 200 | 300 x 300 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | Yes | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 7.4/10 | 3.6/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 6.5/10 | 3/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | Yes, Bypass only | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | |
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Hisense U6H (LCD)
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Matthew Murray | March 2023
"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. (...)"
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Milton Clark | September 2023
"For an entry-level model, Sony’s X77L is a decent 4K TV. It’s color reproduction, along with crisp and clean picture images revealed plenty of detail and clarity thanks in part to Sony’s excellent video processing."
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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 Sony
Sony stands as a highly experienced and widely trusted TV manufacturer, earning a reputation that surpasses all others. A Japanese company, Sony has been making TVs for far longs than it has been making Playstation game consoles. Sony's high-end TVs are often regarded as the ultimate choice for videophiles, representing the epitome of quality, albeit at a premium price point. Renowned for their advanced and precise motion handling, as well as their cutting-edge local dimming algorithms, Sony consistently delivers unparalleled performance in these areas. They include Google TV software with all their TV sets, which grants access to the largest selection of apps available and they also include Bravia Core which is a movie streaming platform specifically for Sony TVs that offers higher picture quality by using more bandwidth.
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