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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Hisense U7K is priced in the lower midrange and offers good performance for its cost, but if you're seeking outstanding picture quality and don't mind paying more, the LG C2 is a better option, especially due to its OLED panel. The Hisense U7K might not perform as well in very bright rooms compared to the LG C2. For gaming, the LG C2 provides a more responsive experience with lower input lag. If color accuracy straight out of the box matters to you, the LG C2 excels in this area. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense U7K (LCD)
- Very good for bright room
Advantages of the LG C2 (OLED)
- Excellent for dark room
- Excellent for movies & TV
- Very good for sports
- Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for use as monitor
- Very good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
- Best in class viewing angle
- Excellent reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.0
8.8
7.38/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
8.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.2/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
WOLED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
WBE
The LG C2 (OLED) and Hisense U7K (LCD) both have very good picture quality, though the LG C2 (OLED) has somewhat better picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.1
9.1
7.38/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
8.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
10.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The LG C2 (OLED) is excellent for movies & TV, while the Hisense U7K (LCD) is very good.
The LG C2's OLED technology provides perfect blacks and excellent local dimming, enhancing contrast and black uniformity, which are very important for watching movies and cinematic TV. In contrast, while the Hisense U7K also offers good picture quality with its LCD screen and local dimming, it cannot match the superior viewing angles and color performance of the LG C2, factors that are somewhat important for an immersive cinematic experience.
Sports
6.3
8.4
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
8.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG C2 (OLED) is very good for sports, while the Hisense U7K (LCD) is only fair.
The LG C2 excels in sports viewing because it has excellent motion processing and response time, minimizing blur and ensuring fast-moving content looks crisp, along with wide viewing angles which keep the picture quality consistent from different seating positions. The Hisense U7K, while offering good motion processing, does not match the LG C2's performance in response time or viewing angles, which could lead to more noticeable blur during fast actions and color shifts when viewed from an angle.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.3
9.0
8.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
The LG C2 (OLED) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the Hisense U7K (LCD) is very good.
The Hisense U7K performs very well in upscaling and has a very good SDR brightness, which is beneficial for viewing in various conditions, while the LG C2 excels with superior color accuracy out of the box and a wider color gamut, providing a very rich viewing experience for news and talk shows; both offer great local dimming and contrast that enhance overall picture quality.
Cost
$678
$1,549
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Hisense U7K (LCD) has a price of $678 and the LG C2 (OLED) costs $1,549.
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Key similarities
Gaming
8.8
8.9
8.1/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
10.0/10
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.0/10
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
85.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
100.0/100
8.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.0/10
The LG C2 (OLED) and Hisense U7K (LCD) are both very good for gaming.
The Hisense U7K is equipped with a high refresh rate LCD screen and offers very good response time, making it responsive for gaming, although it has good input lag performance which is slightly inferior compared to the LG C2. On the other hand, the LG C2 features an OLED screen with excellent response time and very good input lag, ensuring minimal motion blur and quick feedback, which is essential for fast-paced gaming.
Cartoons & Animation
8.6
8.7
8.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.3/10
8.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.2/10
8.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
8.6/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.9/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
10.0/10
The LG C2 (OLED) and Hisense U7K (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The Hisense U7K (LCD) delivers very good colors out of the box, and its wide color gamut along with very good color volume make cartoons and animation vibrant and lively. On the other hand, the LG C2 (OLED) offers similar very good performance in color gamut but with good color volume, providing deep contrasts and pure blacks that can enhance the viewing experience for animated content.
Bright Room
8.1
7.8
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
9.5/10
8.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
7.9/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
8.8/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
9.2/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Hisense U7K (LCD) to be very good for bright room, while the LG C2 (OLED) is good.
The Hisense U7K is favored for bright rooms partially because it has a high SDR brightness, which means it can maintain a clear and vivid picture even when there's a lot of ambient light. On the other hand, while the LG C2 handles reflections exceptionally, its SDR brightness is not as high as the U7K, which may affect its visibility in very bright conditions.
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How the Hisense U7K (LCD) and the LG C2 (OLED) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Hisense U7K (LCD) | LG C2 (OLED) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$678 | $1,549 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | LG | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2023 | March 3, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65U7K | OLED65C2 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Google TV | webOS | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7/10 | 8.6/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | Yes | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 8.1/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.8/10 | 9/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.1/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.4/10 | 8.5/10 | |
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" | 32.5" x 56.7" x 1.8" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.5" x 57.1" | 34.6" x 56.7" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 43.4 lbs | 32.6 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 300 | 300 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 | 7.4/10 | 10/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 7.6/10 | 10/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0.2 | 2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 40 W | 40 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | Yes | No | |
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David Katzmaier | November 2022
"The C2 offers image quality that's a clear step above any non-OLED TV I've seen. The C2 is rare among high-end TVs in that all four of its HDMI ports support 4K/120, great for hard-core gamers with multiple next-gen devices. The C2 is plenty bright enough for just about any viewing environment. It also outperforms QLED TVs like the Samsung QN90B and TCL 6-Series. That's why I consider the LG C2 the best high-end TV for the money of 2022."
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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 LG
LG, a prominent TV brand from Korea, has played a significant role in popularizing OLED TVs. OLED technology is hailed as the future of TV technology. Their TVs employ WebOS, a proprietary smart TV software that not only offers seamless functionality but also includes gaming-specific features, earning praise from players worldwide. Often regarded as the gateway to unparalleled viewing experiences, LG's mid-range OLEDs come highly recommended, making them a worthwhile investment for those willing to stretch their budget for superior quality.
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