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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Hisense U6K usually costs less and performs better in a dark room. It's also well-suited for movies and animation. However, it's not as good for sports, and its bright room performance is decent but not exceptional. On the other hand, the Samsung Q80B typically costs more but provides better gaming experience and sports viewing. It also has a slightly better performance in bright rooms and a wider viewing angle, making it suitable for more social viewing environments. The downside is it does not perform as well in dark rooms compared to the Hisense. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense U6K (LCD)
- Good for dark room
- Good for movies & TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
Advantages of the Samsung Q80B (LCD)
- Good for bright room
- Very good for gaming
- Good for use as monitor
- Good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
- Good viewing angle
Key differences
Movies & TV
7.2
6.4
7.25/10
CONTRAST
5.33/10
5.7/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
5.2/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Hisense U6K (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Samsung Q80B (LCD) is only fair.
Sports
6.0
6.8
3.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
7.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Q80B (LCD) and Hisense U6K (LCD) are both only fair for sports, though the Samsung Q80B (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Hisense U6K and Samsung Q80B are both fair for watching sports due to average performance in response time and motion processing, which are critical for fast-paced action. The Samsung offers better viewing angles, making it a better choice for large gatherings, while the Hisense might handle reflections slightly better for daytime viewing, despite both having fair reflection handling. Both TVs have somewhat acceptable gray uniformity, which can affect the viewing experience during sports with large uniform areas like a football field.
Gaming
6.6
8.2
6.7/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.1/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
3.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
80.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
60.0/100
6.9/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.0/10
The Samsung Q80B (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Hisense U6K (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Q80B stands out for gamers due to its superior response time and lower input lag, providing a smoother and more responsive gaming experience compared to the Hisense U6K, which performs adequately but can't match the instantaneous feedback and quick image transitions that gamers value highly.
Bright Room
6.9
7.4
5.2/10
VIEWING ANGLE
7.4/10
7.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
6.8/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.7/10
6.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.0/10
The Samsung Q80B (LCD) is good for bright room, while the Hisense U6K (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung Q80B is more suitable for a bright room because it has better SDR and HDR brightness levels, which mean it'll shine brighter in sunlight, and a higher score for handling reflections, reducing the glare that can come from windows or lamps. The Hisense U6K, while offering better contrast that makes dark areas of the screen look deeper and richer, falls short in the brightness and reflections handling compared to the Samsung, making it less ideal for well-lit environments.
Cost
$690
$998
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Hisense U6K (LCD) has a price of $690 and the Samsung Q80B (LCD) costs $998.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
7.5
7.1
7.25/10
CONTRAST
5.33/10
7.4/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.5/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
IPS
The Hisense U6K (LCD) and Samsung Q80B (LCD) both have good picture quality.
Cartoons & Animation
8.1
7.6
8.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.3/10
7.4/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.5/10
7.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
7.9/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.8/10
6.2/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.4/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Hisense U6K (LCD) to be very good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung Q80B (LCD) is good.
The Hisense U6K is very good for watching cartoons and animation because it has excellent colors straight out of the box and a very good color gamut, ensuring vibrant and accurate colors for animated content. Conversely, while the Samsung Q80B also offers a good experience with its good out-of-the-box colors and color gamut, it doesn't quite match the Hisense in these areas, which are very important for animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.5
7.8
7.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The Samsung Q80B (LCD) and Hisense U6K (LCD) are both good for news, talk, & other TV.
The Hisense U6K excels in upscaling lower resolution content and offers very good colors out of the box, making it suitable for news and talk shows where image clarity and color accuracy are appreciated. On the other hand, the Samsung Q80B has very good SDR brightness, which provides a clearer picture in well-lit rooms, and solid color performance out of the box, making it a strong option for daytime viewing of TV programs.
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How the Hisense U6K (LCD) and the Samsung Q80B (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Hisense U6K (LCD) | Samsung Q80B (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$690 | $998 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 2, 2023 | April 3, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65U6K | QN65Q80B | |
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 | 7/10 | 8.6/10 | |
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 | 7.5/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.7/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 7.3/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.1/10 | 6.9/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 33.1" x 57.1" x 3.1" | 32.7" x 56.9" x 2.2" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.3" x 57.1" | 35.7" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 43.4 lbs | 53.1 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 | Yes | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 7.3/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 6/10 | 5.7/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 60 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Bypass only | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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Matthew Murray | February 2023
"For most people its picture, sound, and price make it a midrange TV worth considering. HDR brightness was generally exceptional. Its viewing angles are shockingly good, among the very best we’ve seen recently from any non-OLED TV. For gamers input lag isn’t too shabby."
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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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