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The Hisense U7G is typically more expensive than the TCL S546, but it offers a better picture quality, higher scores for gaming, and better performance in bright rooms. It also has better sound quality and more HDMI ports, which may be important if you have multiple devices to connect. The TCL S546, while less expensive, has a slight edge in black uniformity, which is advantageous for dark room viewing. However, it has lower scores in most other areas, including gaming, bright room performance, and sound quality. If your budget allows and gaming or using the TV in a bright room is important to you, the Hisense U7G could be a better choice. If you are looking for a more budget-friendly option and primarily watch content in dark environments, the TCL S546 may suffice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense U7G (LCD)
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for news, talk, & other TV
- Good for cartoons & animation
- Good for use as monitor
- Good for upscaling
Advantages of the TCL S546 (LCD)
- The TCL S546 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Hisense U7G (LCD).
Key differences
Gaming
8.0
6.6
7.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
7.6/10
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.0/10
3.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
70.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
60.0/100
8.2/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.9/10
The Hisense U7G (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the TCL S546 (LCD) is only fair.
The Hisense U7G is better for gaming because it has a higher refresh rate that creates smoother motion, and both its response time and input lag are evaluated as good, which means it reacts quickly to gaming inputs. The TCL S546, with a lower refresh rate, fair input lag, and a poorer response time, is less suited for fast-paced gaming where quick response is crucial.
Cartoons & Animation
7.7
6.6
7.7/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.8/10
7.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.0/10
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
6.4/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
4.4/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
The Hisense U7G (LCD) is good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL S546 (LCD) is only fair.
The Hisense U7G renders colors well out of the box which is vital for the vibrancy required in cartoons and animations, and it also possesses a good color gamut ensuring a wide range of colors. In comparison, the TCL S546 is noted to have poorer performance with colors out of the box, which might affect the immediate viewing experience, though it has a similar capability in terms of color gamut.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.1
6.4
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
The Hisense U7G (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S546 (LCD) is only fair.
The Hisense U7G is better for watching news, talk shows, and other TV programs because it offers very good upscaling of lower resolution content, maintaining clarity, and it has good SDR brightness, which helps to maintain visibility in various lighting conditions. On the other hand, while the TCL S546 is capable, it has fair upscaling, which might not be as clear with low-resolution content, and its color performance out of the box is poor, potentially requiring calibration for the best experience.
Bright Room
7.7
7.2
5.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
7.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.8/10
6.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.0/10
The Hisense U7G (LCD) and TCL S546 (LCD) are both good for bright room, though the Hisense U7G (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Hisense U7G and TCL S546 both offer very good SDR and fair HDR brightness, making them suitable for bright room viewing; the Hisense U7G gets a better reflections handling score which helps in such environments, while both TVs have good color volume and gamut contributing to vibrant images even in well-lit rooms.
Cost
$698
$398
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Hisense U7G (LCD) has a price of $698 and the TCL S546 (LCD) costs $398.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
7.6
7.4
7.75/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
7.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.0/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Hisense U7G (LCD) and TCL S546 (LCD) both have good picture quality.
Movies & TV
7.4
7.0
7.75/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
6.4/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Hisense U7G (LCD) and TCL S546 (LCD) are both good for movies & TV.
The Hisense U7G is ideal for movies and cinematic TV due to its strong contrast, effective local dimming, and good black uniformity, which enhance dark scene portrayal, while the TCL S546's superior black uniformity and very good color volume contribute to vibrant and consistent colors across various content. However, the U7G has a higher refresh rate, which may benefit motion clarity, and its somewhat wider viewing angles and better gray uniformity can provide a more uniform picture in different viewing situations.
Sports
6.1
6.3
3.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL S546 (LCD) and Hisense U7G (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Hisense U7G's response to motion and handling of reflections are considered to be good, which benefits sports viewing, though its viewing angles are somewhat limited, potentially affecting group watching. The TCL S546 similarly has a good response time and manages reflections adequately, but suffers from poorer viewing angles and worse motion processing, possibly leading to a less clear picture during fast-paced games. Both TVs have fair gray uniformity, which is less important but still relevant to watching sports.
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How the Hisense U7G (LCD) and the TCL S546 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Hisense U7G (LCD) | TCL S546 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$698 | $398 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 2, 2021 | August 3, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65U7G | 65S546 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Android TV | Android TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7/10 | 5.9/10 | |
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 | 7.4/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.8/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 7.4/10 | 7/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.2/10 | 6.4/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 33.1" x 57" x 3.5" | 32.9" x 56.9" x 3" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.5" x 57" | 34.8" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 43.0 lbs | 47.4 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 | 7.8/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 6.5/10 | 5.7/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 16 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | Yes, Bypass only | No | |
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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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