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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Hisense U8G is priced higher but offers superior overall picture quality, better performance for gaming, and more impressive HDR brightness, making it more suitable for dark and bright rooms alike. It also supports advanced features such as Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, making it a strong choice for movie and series enthusiasts. On the other hand, the TCL S455 is more budget-friendly, with reasonable picture quality for its price. While it's not as bright and doesn't feature the same level of HDR support, it does have good black uniformity and low input lag, which is suitable for casual viewing and some gaming. Consider the Hisense U8G if you want better performance and features and are willing to pay more. Opt for the TCL S455 if you are looking for something more affordable with decent overall quality. 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
- Very good reflections
Advantages of the TCL S455 (LCD)
- The TCL S455 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Hisense U8G (LCD).
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.0
6.5
7.63/10
CONTRAST
6.43/10
7.7/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Hisense U8G (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the TCL S455 (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.0
6.0
7.63/10
CONTRAST
6.43/10
7.2/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
9.2/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the TCL S455 (LCD) is only fair.
The Hisense U8G excels in watching movies and cinematic TV due to its high contrast, effective local dimming, and excellent black uniformity, enhancing the viewing experience in darker scenes; however, limited viewing angles and merely good color volume might restrain its performance in some aspects. On the other hand, the TCL S455 is rated fair as it has lower contrast, minimal local dimming, and poorer gray uniformity which might not produce as deep blacks or as rich and even colors, although it does have excellent black uniformity and fair viewing angles.
Gaming
8.3
5.7
8.1/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.0/10
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
3.9/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
80.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
10.0/100
8.6/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
The Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the TCL S455 (LCD) is poor.
The Hisense U8G outperforms the TCL S455 in gaming due to its quicker response time and lower input lag, paired with a higher refresh rate, which yields smoother motion and less delay between user input and action on-screen. The TCL S455, while serviceable for casual viewing, falls short for gaming, suffering from slower response times and only a 60Hz refresh rate compared to the more game-friendly 120Hz of the Hisense U8G.
Cartoons & Animation
8.6
6.0
8.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
7.7/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
9.0/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.6/10
6.4/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
5.8/10
The Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL S455 (LCD) is only fair.
The Hisense U8G delivers excellent colors out of the box and has a very good color gamut, ensuring animations are vibrant and accurate. In contrast, the TCL S455 is only fair in both aspects, leading to less impressive color vibrancy and accuracy when watching cartoons.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.6
6.4
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S455 (LCD) is only fair.
The Hisense U8G is better suited for watching news and talk shows because it has excellent colors out of the box and a very good color gamut, which ensures a more vibrant and accurate image. Additionally, its very good SDR brightness and more effective local dimming contribute to a clearer picture in various lighting conditions, unlike the TCL S455, which has fair colors out of the box and a poor color gamut, resulting in less accurate colors, and its fair SDR brightness and less efficient local dimming might not handle room brightness as well.
Bright Room
8.9
6.0
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.1/10
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
8.4/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.6/10
8.6/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.3/10
The Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good for bright room, while the TCL S455 (LCD) is only fair.
The Hisense U8G excels in a bright room due to its very good SDR and HDR Brightness and superior handling of reflections, while the TCL S455 performs adequately, with fair ratings in brightness and reflection handling. The U8G will maintain a clear, vivid picture even in well-lit conditions, but the S455 may struggle with glare and a less luminous display.
Cost
$1,707
$584
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Hisense U8G (LCD) has a price of $1,707 and the TCL S455 (LCD) costs $584.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.4
6.1
3.9/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Hisense U8G (LCD) and TCL S455 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Hisense U8G is fair at watching sports due to its very good response time and motion processing, which are essential for fast-paced action, but it's limited by a narrower viewing angle and only slightly above average reflections handling, which affects visibility from the sides and in bright rooms. Conversely, the TCL S455, although it offers the best input lag, which is great for gaming, falls short with only fair motion processing and response time, and even poorer reflections handling and viewing angles, making it less suitable for watching sports in groups or well-lit environments.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Hisense U8G (LCD) | TCL S455 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,707 | $584 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 2, 2021 | May 5, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65U8G | 65S455 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Android TV | Roku TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6/10 | |
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 | 6.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 8.9/10 | 6/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.3/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.1/10 | 6/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.4/10 | 6.2/10 | |
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 56.9" x 3.2" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.6" x 57.1" | 34.8" x 5.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 53.4 lbs | 30.9 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 400 | 200 x 200 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | Yes | No | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 7.6/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 3/10 | |
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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Lee Neikirk | January 2022
"A highly affordable but reliably kitted-out 4K Roku TV that, while far from perfect, still punches above its price and delivers a great user experience. If you want to soup up movie night for a bargain, the 4-Series won’t let you down. You may never need to plug in a set-top box or streaming device."
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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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