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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize overall picture quality and gaming performance and don't mind spending more, the TCL QM8 may be a better choice. It offers higher picture quality, brighter images in both standard and high dynamic range, and better color accuracy. It also has a higher refresh rate which is excellent for gaming. On the other hand, the Hisense U6K comes at a lower price. While it has good overall picture quality, it won't be as bright as the TCL QM8, especially in well-lit rooms. However, it still offers a good viewing experience for movies and standard TV content and performs decently for gaming. Both TVs support voice commands and have similar audio power. Neither has standout built-in speakers, so for either TV, you might consider an external sound system for a better audio experience. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense U6K (LCD)
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
Advantages of the TCL QM8 (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
- Very good for dark room
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for movies & TV
- Good for use as monitor
- Very good reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.5
8.5
7.25/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
7.4/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.2/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL QM8 (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the Hisense U6K (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
7.2
8.3
7.25/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
5.7/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
8.5/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
4.8/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL QM8 (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the Hisense U6K (LCD) is good.
The Hisense U6K is praised for its good colors straight out of the box and fair local dimming which contributes to a pleasant movie-watching experience, whereas the TCL QM8 stands out with excellent color volume and superior black uniformity, elevating the depth and detail for cinematic content. Both TVs boast strong contrast ratios which are vital for capturing the nuances in dark movie scenes, but the TCL QM8 enhances its lead with better performance in very dark areas of the image.
Gaming
6.6
8.3
6.7/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.1/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
3.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
80.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
90.0/100
6.9/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
The TCL QM8 (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Hisense U6K (LCD) is only fair.
The TCL QM8 stands out for gaming with its very good response time, ensuring minimal motion blur, and it accommodates high refresh rates for smoother gameplay. Meanwhile, the Hisense U6K, although it has very good input lag for responsive game control, has only fair response time and a lower refresh rate, which may lead to more motion blur and less fluid motion in games.
Cartoons & Animation
8.1
8.9
8.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.1/10
7.4/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.2/10
7.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
7.9/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.6/10
6.2/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.5/10
The TCL QM8 (LCD) and Hisense U6K (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation, though the TCL QM8 (LCD) is somewhat better.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.5
6.8
7.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
4.8/10
The Hisense U6K (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL QM8 (LCD) is only fair.
The Hisense U6K excels in upscaling lower-resolution content like news and performs well in SDR brightness, making it suitable for most typical viewing environments. The TCL QM8, while offering superior contrast, has limitations in upscaling which can affect the clarity of standard TV programs and its SDR brightness is not on par, impacting its performance in well-lit rooms.
Bright Room
6.9
9.9
5.2/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
7.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
6.8/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
6.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.9/10
The TCL QM8 (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Hisense U6K (LCD) is only fair.
The TCL QM8 performs exceptionally in bright rooms, exhibiting best-in-class brightness and very good reflection handling, coupled with a high contrast that preserves detail in varied lighting. Meanwhile, the Hisense U6K struggles comparatively, with only fair SDR and HDR brightness and fair reflection handling, possibly making it less favorable in sunlit environments.
Cost
$690
$1,498
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Hisense U6K (LCD) has a price of $690 and the TCL QM8 (LCD) costs $1,498.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.0
6.5
3.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
4.8/10
7.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL QM8 (LCD) and Hisense U6K (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Hisense U6K (LCD) has fair reflection handling and wider viewing angles but struggles with motion processing which affects watching fast-paced sports. On the other hand, the TCL QM8 (LCD) offers better motion processing and response time, providing smoother movement in sports, but it has a narrower viewing angle and only slightly better reflection handling.
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How the Hisense U6K (LCD) and the TCL QM8 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Hisense U6K (LCD) | TCL QM8 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$690 | $1,498 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 2, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65U6K | 65QM850G | |
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 | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
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 | 8.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7/10 | 9.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.7/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 7.3/10 | 8.3/10 | |
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) | 33.1" x 57.1" x 3.1" | 32.6" x 56.9" x 1.7" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.3" x 57.1" | 34.1" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 43.4 lbs | 50.1 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 300 | 300 x 400 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 6/10 | 8/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.1 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 40 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Yes, Bypass only | |
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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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