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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Hisense U6K and the Vizio M-Series are both lower midrange LCD TVs with their own set of strengths and weaknesses. If you are looking for a TV that performs better in bright rooms and has slightly better overall picture quality, the Vizio M-Series could be a great choice. However, it generally costs more than the Hisense U6K. On the other hand, the Hisense U6K usually comes at a significantly lower price and offers superior gaming performance, which includes a higher response time score and lower input lag, making it more suited for fast-paced gaming. Both TVs have similar sound quality and a comparable number of HDMI ports. Neither TV excels at wide viewing angles, so if you often watch from the sides, you may want to consider other options. Keep in mind that the Hisense U6K is a newer model with some updated features or improvements, while the Vizio M-Series has been on the market for a longer time. Ultimately, your decision should factor in your budget, the importance of gaming performance, and how much bright room usage matters to you. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense U6K (LCD)
- The Hisense U6K (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Vizio M-Series (LCD).
Advantages of the Vizio M-Series (LCD)
- The Vizio M-Series (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Hisense U6K (LCD).
Key differences
Cost
$690
$750
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Hisense U6K (LCD) has a price of $690 and the Vizio M-Series (LCD) costs $750.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
7.5
7.6
7.25/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
7.4/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) and Hisense U6K (LCD) both have good picture quality.
Movies & TV
7.2
7.6
7.25/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
5.7/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.7/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) and Hisense U6K (LCD) are both good for movies & TV.
The Hisense U6K excels in movie and cinematic TV watching thanks to its impressive contrast ratio, effective local dimming feature, and strong black uniformity that enhances dark scene reproduction. The Vizio M-Series also offers a good cinematic experience with solid contrast, local dimming, and fairly accurate colors right out of the box, but it has a lower color volume and weaker viewing angles compared to the Hisense.
Sports
6.0
6.2
3.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
7.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) and Hisense U6K (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Hisense U6K and the Vizio M-Series are both seen as fair options for watching sports largely because they have average response times and motion processing capabilities, which can affect the smoothness of fast-moving scenes. Additionally, both have challenges with reflections handling and viewing angles that could impact viewing experiences in bright rooms or from side seats, yet they offer decent gray uniformity which is less critical but still relevant for sports content.
Gaming
6.6
6.4
6.7/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.7/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
3.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
80.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
60.0/100
6.9/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.0/10
The Hisense U6K (LCD) and Vizio M-Series (LCD) are both only fair for gaming.
The Hisense U6K and the Vizio M-Series both have fair response times and very good input lag, which are crucial for gaming but are limited by the standard refresh rate they offer. While both are adequate for casual gaming, competitive gamers who require high refresh rates might find them lacking.
Cartoons & Animation
8.1
8.3
8.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.1/10
7.4/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
7.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
7.9/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.3/10
6.2/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) and Hisense U6K (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.5
7.6
7.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
The Vizio M-Series (LCD) and Hisense U6K (LCD) are both good for news, talk, & other TV.
The Hisense U6K excels in upscaling and delivering good colors out of the box which ensures clear and vibrant visual quality for news and talk shows without need for calibration. The Vizio M-Series also offers good upscaling with slightly better contrast enhancing the depth of images, and its superior color out of the box means less adjustment to achieve realistic hues, benefiting consistent TV program viewing. Both models perform well in bright rooms and offer comparable SDR brightness, important for daytime viewing.
Bright Room
6.9
6.6
5.2/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.0/10
7.6/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
6.8/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
6.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.6/10
The Hisense U6K (LCD) and Vizio M-Series (LCD) are both only fair for bright room.
The Hisense U6K and Vizio M-Series both have good SDR brightness, which is crucial in a bright room, but their performance is limited by their fair reflection handling which can be a problem with intense ambient light. Moreover, their HDR brightness is only fair for the Hisense and poor for the Vizio, potentially affecting the visibility of HDR content in a well-lit environment.
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How the Hisense U6K (LCD) and the Vizio M-Series (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Hisense U6K (LCD) | Vizio M-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$690 | $750 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 2, 2023 | July 4, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65U6K | M65Q7-J01 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Google TV | SmartCast | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
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 | 7.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 7.3/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.1/10 | 6.3/10 | |
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" | 32.9" x 57" x 3.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.3" x 57.1" | 34.1" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 43.4 lbs | 51.1 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 300 | 400 x 200 | |
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 | 7.9/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 6/10 | 5.7/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Bypass only | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Up to DTS Digital Surround, 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 Vizio
Vizio is an American company. While they initially gained recognition for offering budget-friendly TVs, they have successfully expanded their product lineup to include high-end options as well. They manufacture TVs primarily in Mexico, China, and Vietnam. Similar to many Korean TV brands, Vizio developed its own smart TV software called SmartCast. In the past, SmartCast was not the best smart TV software, but it has evolved so that it is now good for using your TV and connecting to streaming services.
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