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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Hisense U8G (LCD) is a midrange option and typically much less expensive than the Sony A95L (OLED), which is a high-end model. If you are on a stricter budget but still want strong overall picture quality and excellent gaming performance, the Hisense U8G might be a good fit. It performs very well in bright rooms and has decent sound quality, though the viewing angles are limited. On the other hand, if budget is less of a concern and you're seeking top-tier picture quality for various content, including movies, sports, and gaming, the Sony A95L offers superior overall performance. It also has a better viewing angle and delivers outstanding color quality right out of the box. The sound quality on the Sony is superior, and it comes equipped with features like Dolby Vision and Accessibility via voice commands. However, it may not be as bright as the Hisense, potentially making it less ideal in very sunny rooms. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense U8G (LCD)
- The Hisense U8G (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Sony A95L (OLED).
Advantages of the Sony A95L (OLED)
- Excellent for bright room
- Best in class for dark room
- Best in class for gaming
- Best in class for movies & TV
- Best in class for sports
- Best in class for news, talk, & other TV
- Best in class for cartoons & animation
- Best in class for use as monitor
- Best in class for upscaling
- Best in class motion processing
- Best in class viewing angle
- Best in class reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.0
10.0
7.63/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
7.7/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.3/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
RGB OLED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
QD-OLED
The Sony A95L (OLED) has best in class picture quality, while the Hisense U8G (LCD) has very good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.0
10.0
7.63/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
7.2/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony A95L (OLED) is best in class for movies & TV, while the Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good.
The Hisense U8G is very good for movies and TV due to its high contrast, effective local dimming, and solid black uniformity, which enhance dark scenes and depth; however, its colors and viewing angles are less impressive than the Sony A95L, which offers best-in-class contrast, perfect black uniformity thanks to OLED technology, and excellent viewing angles, providing a premium experience for various content but at a higher cost.
Sports
6.4
10.0
3.9/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony A95L (OLED) is best in class for sports, while the Hisense U8G (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony A95L excels in watching sports due to its superior motion processing and wider viewing angles, which ensure smooth action and a clear picture from various seating positions. On the other hand, while the Hisense U8G manages reflections well and has good overall performance, it falls short in motion processing and viewing angles, making it less ideal for fast-paced sports where these factors are critical.
Gaming
8.3
10.0
8.1/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
10.0/10
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
3.9/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
80.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
100.0/100
8.6/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
The Sony A95L (OLED) is best in class for gaming, while the Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good.
The Hisense U8G excels in gaming due to its very good response time and good input lag, which are crucial for fast-paced games, but its performance is outshone by the Sony A95L, which offers the best response time and input lag, hence providing a smoother and more responsive gaming experience.
Cartoons & Animation
8.6
10.0
8.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
10.0/10
7.7/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.3/10
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
9.0/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.5/10
6.4/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
9.8/10
The Sony A95L (OLED) is best in class for cartoons & animation, while the Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good.
The Hisense U8G displays excellent colors out of the box and has a very good color gamut, resulting in vibrant and varied colors for cartoons and animation. In contrast, the Sony A95L excels in both these aspects with the best colors out of the box and an excellent color volume, making it superior for portraying the full spectrum of colors, especially in animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.6
10.0
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
The Sony A95L (OLED) is best in class for news, talk, & other TV, while the Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good.
The Hisense U8G excels at upscaling non-4K content and is quite bright for standard dynamic range (SDR) content, making it suitable for watching news and TV programs in various lighting conditions. The Sony A95L, on the other hand, boasts not just superior upscaling quality but also first-rate out-of-the-box colors, an extensive color gamut, and exceptional SDR brightness, offering a premium viewing experience for the same content, especially in brightly lit rooms.
Cost
$1,707
$2,898
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
$5,000
The Hisense U8G (LCD) has a price of $1,707 and the Sony A95L (OLED) costs $2,898.
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Key similarities
Bright Room
8.9
9.0
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
10.0/10
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
8.4/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
8.6/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
10.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Sony A95L (OLED) to be excellent for bright room, while the Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good.
The Hisense U8G works well in bright rooms thanks to its strong SDR and HDR brightness levels and efficient reflection handling, but the Sony A95L outperforms with even better handling of reflections and a more consistent quality across various lighting conditions. Although both TVs have similar brightness capabilities, the superior contrast, color volume, and color gamut of the OLED Sony A95L contribute to a more vibrant and clear viewing experience, especially in brightly lit environments.
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How the Hisense U8G (LCD) and the Sony A95L (OLED) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Hisense U8G (LCD) | Sony A95L (OLED) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,707 | $2,898 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 2, 2021 | August 7, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65U8G | XR-65A95L | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Android TV | Google TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8.9/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | Yes | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 8.1/10 | 10/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 8.9/10 | 9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.3/10 | 10/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.1/10 | 10/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.4/10 | 10/10 | |
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 56.9" x 1.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.6" x 57.1" | 33.9" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 53.4 lbs | 51.6 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 400 | 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 | 7.6/10 | 10/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 10/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 60 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | Yes, Bypass only | 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 Sony
Sony stands as a highly experienced and widely trusted TV manufacturer, earning a reputation that surpasses all others. A Japanese company, Sony has been making TVs for far longs than it has been making Playstation game consoles. Sony's high-end TVs are often regarded as the ultimate choice for videophiles, representing the epitome of quality, albeit at a premium price point. Renowned for their advanced and precise motion handling, as well as their cutting-edge local dimming algorithms, Sony consistently delivers unparalleled performance in these areas. They include Google TV software with all their TV sets, which grants access to the largest selection of apps available and they also include Bravia Core which is a movie streaming platform specifically for Sony TVs that offers higher picture quality by using more bandwidth.
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