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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize gaming and watching movies, the Hisense U8G is a strong choice, as it offers better performance for these activities compared to the Samsung Q70A. The Hisense U8G also has a higher bright room performance, which means it performs well in sunlit environments. However, for general TV watching, like news or sports, both TVs offer solid experiences with the Samsung Q70A having slightly better performance for sports content. Note that the Samsung Q70A does not support Dolby Vision which the Hisense U8G does, so if you consume content in this format, it could influence your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense U8G (LCD)
- Very good for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for movies & TV
- Very good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good reflections
Advantages of the Samsung Q70A (LCD)
- Very good motion processing
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.0
7.2
7.63/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
7.7/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.0/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Hisense U8G (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the Samsung Q70A (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.0
6.4
7.63/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
7.2/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the Samsung Q70A (LCD) is only fair.
Gaming
8.3
7.7
8.1/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.0/10
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
3.9/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
80.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
8.6/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.3/10
The Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Samsung Q70A (LCD) is good.
The Hisense U8G has a very good response time and good input lag, ideal for fast-paced gaming that demands quick screen transitions without delay. In contrast, the Samsung Q70A also has a very good response time but with the best input lag, offering an even smoother experience for gamers who prioritize minimal delay between their inputs and the action on the screen.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.6
7.6
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung Q70A (LCD) is good.
The Hisense U8G excels in upscaling and color reproduction right out of the box, which enhances the clarity and vividness of standard news broadcasts and talk shows, and its very good SDR brightness means it can maintain picture quality even in brighter rooms, although its very good local dimming, wider color gamut, and strong contrast can also contribute to the overall viewing experience. The Samsung Q70A, while also offering very good SDR brightness and upscaling, falls short with its lack of local dimming, which affects the depth of black levels and contrast, yet its color production right out of the box and color gamut are comparable, making it a good choice for similar content but with potentially less impactful dark scene performance.
Bright Room
8.9
7.4
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
8.4/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.2/10
8.6/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good for bright room, while the Samsung Q70A (LCD) is good.
The Hisense U8G is better for watching TV in bright rooms as it has higher SDR and HDR brightness and manages reflections well, which is important for maintaining picture quality in well-lit environments. In comparison, while the Samsung Q70A offers good SDR and HDR brightness, it falls short in reflection handling, which can reduce visibility when ambient light is present.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.4
6.7
3.9/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Q70A (LCD) and Hisense U8G (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Hisense U8G has good motion processing, which is crucial for watching fast-moving sports, but its poorer reflection handling could be distracting in a bright room. Meanwhile, the Samsung Q70A offers better reflection handling, enhancing visibility in bright conditions, but its motion processing is not as effective for sports, which could result in more motion blur during fast action sequences.
Cartoons & Animation
8.6
8.2
8.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.1/10
7.7/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.0/10
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
9.0/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.5/10
6.4/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.0/10
The Hisense U8G (LCD) and Samsung Q70A (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The Hisense U8G excels with colors right out of the box and has a very good color gamut, ensuring vibrant and accurate animations. Meanwhile, the Samsung Q70A also displays very good colors out of the box and color gamut, but with a slightly lower performance in overall color richness when compared to the Hisense.
Cost
$971
$948
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Hisense U8G (LCD) has a price of $971 and the Samsung Q70A (LCD) costs $948.
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How the Hisense U8G (LCD) and the Samsung Q70A (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Hisense U8G (LCD) | Samsung Q70A (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$971 | $948 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 2, 2021 | March 2, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65U8G | QN65Q70A | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Android TV | Tizen | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 5.7/10 | |
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 | 8.1/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 8.9/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.3/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.1/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.4/10 | 6.7/10 | |
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 4.1" | 32.8" x 57.2" x 1" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.6" x 57.1" | 35.3" x 57.2" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 53.4 lbs | 46.1 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 400 | 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 | 7.6/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 2.5/10 | |
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 | 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 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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