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If you're looking for better picture quality and gaming performance, the Hisense U8G is a stronger choice, offering better brightness, contrast, and color. It also supports advanced gaming features with a higher refresh rate which is ideal for fast-paced content and gaming. However, the Samsung CU7000 is more affordable and still provides good overall performance for general content like news, shows, and movies. The Samsung has slightly better sound quality and voice command features but falls short in picture quality compared to the Hisense. In bright rooms, the Hisense U8G would offer a better viewing experience. 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 for cartoons & animation
- Good for use as monitor
- Good for upscaling
- Very good reflections
Advantages of the Samsung CU7000 (LCD)
- Very good motion processing
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.0
6.2
7.63/10
CONTRAST
5.82/10
7.7/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
5.6/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Hisense U8G (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.0
5.8
7.63/10
CONTRAST
5.82/10
7.2/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.6/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
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 CU7000 (LCD) is poor.
The Hisense U8G excels at watching movies and cinematic TV due to its high contrast, effective local dimming technology, and excellent black uniformity, all of which are fundamental for deep blacks and detailed shadows. In contrast, the Samsung CU7000 falls short in these areas with lower contrast, poor local dimming, and weaker black uniformity, resulting in less vibrant and consistent image quality for movie watching.
Gaming
8.3
6.0
8.1/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.5/10
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
3.9/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
80.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
30.0/100
8.6/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.9/10
The Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) is only fair.
Cartoons & Animation
8.6
5.7
8.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
7.7/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
5.6/10
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.2/10
9.0/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.0/10
6.4/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.0/10
The Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) is poor.
The Hisense U8G delivers vibrant and accurately represented colors straight out of the box and offers a wider color gamut, which is critical for the rich and varied hues often present in cartoons and animation. In comparison, the Samsung CU7000 tends to show less satisfactory colors initially, with a limited color gamut, leading to less impactful and vivid animation viewing experiences.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.6
6.0
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.2/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
The Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) is only fair.
The Hisense U8G outperforms the Samsung CU7000 in watching news and talk shows because it offers superior upscaling of lower-resolution content and has very good SDR brightness, which enhances the clarity and visibility of such programming. Additionally, the Hisense has excellent colors right out of the box, contributing to a more vibrant and engaging picture compared to the Samsung CU7000's fair performance in these areas.
Bright Room
8.9
5.8
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.2/10
8.4/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.4/10
8.6/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good for bright room, while the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) is poor.
The Hisense U8G is superior for watching TV in a bright room because it has very good SDR and HDR brightness, along with excellent reflection handling, ensuring that images remain visible even in well-lit environments. In comparison, the Samsung CU7000 performs poorly in bright rooms due to lower SDR brightness, ineffective reflection handling, and subpar HDR brightness, making it less suitable for these conditions.
Cost
$1,707
$428
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Hisense U8G (LCD) has a price of $1,707 and the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) costs $428.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.4
6.6
3.9/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.2/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung CU7000 (LCD) and Hisense U8G (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Hisense U8G's low score in motion processing could result in some blurriness during fast-paced sports scenes, despite its very good response time, which helps minimize lag between action on the screen. On the other hand, the Samsung CU7000 has a better motion processing performance that may provide smoother play, but a fair response time might cause a slight delay in fast-moving objects; both TVs have similarly limited viewing angles and struggle with reflections in bright rooms.
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How the Hisense U8G (LCD) and the Samsung CU7000 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Hisense U8G (LCD) | Samsung CU7000 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,707 | $428 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 2, 2021 | April 5, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65U8G | UN65CU7000 | |
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 | 5.9/10 | |
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 | 8.1/10 | 6.2/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 8.9/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.3/10 | 6/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.1/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.4/10 | 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 4.1" | 32.7" x 57.1" x 2.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.6" x 57.1" | 35.7" x 57.1" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 53.4 lbs | 32.7 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 | 5.8/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 4.1/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 20 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 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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