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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're looking for a TV with superior gaming performance or intend to watch content in bright rooms, the Hisense U8G could be a preferable option despite its higher cost. It offers better brightness, reflection handling, and a higher refresh rate which is beneficial for gaming. On the other hand, the TCL S555 costs less and still delivers decent picture quality, but it might not cope as well in brightly lit rooms and isn't as well-suited for gaming due to the lower refresh rate and brightness levels. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense U8G (LCD)
- Very good for bright room
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for movies & TV
- Very good for news, talk, & other TV
- Good for use as monitor
- Good for upscaling
- Very good reflections
Advantages of the TCL S555 (LCD)
- The TCL S555 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Hisense U8G (LCD).
Key differences
Gaming
8.3
6.7
8.1/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
7.0/10
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
3.9/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
80.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
80.0/100
8.6/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.3/10
The Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the TCL S555 (LCD) is only fair.
The Hisense U8G outperforms in gaming due to its higher refresh rate, which contributes to a smoother gaming experience, and better response time, ensuring quicker screen updates. In contrast, the TCL S555, with its lower refresh rate, can't match the fluidity of motion offered by the U8G and has a slower response time, making it less ideal for fast-paced gaming activities.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.6
7.0
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.4/10
The Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S555 (LCD) is good.
The Hisense U8G outperforms the TCL S555 in upscaling lower resolution content, making it better for watching standard definition TV programs, and its superior SDR brightness ensures a more vivid picture in various lighting conditions. Additionally, the Hisense U8G delivers excellent colors out of the box, granting a more accurate and pleasing picture without the need for extensive calibration, whereas the TCL S555, while still good, may not offer as vibrant a picture initially.
Bright Room
8.9
7.3
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.5/10
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
8.4/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
8.6/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good for bright room, while the TCL S555 (LCD) is good.
The Hisense U8G is very good in a bright room due to very good SDR and HDR brightness and excellent handling of reflections, while the TCL S555, though having very good SDR brightness, falls short with only good HDR brightness and poor performance with reflections. Additionally, the Hisense U8G offers better contrast, color volume, and color gamut which contribute positively to the overall picture quality, especially in well-lit environments.
Cost
$1,707
$600
$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 S555 (LCD) costs $600.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
8.0
7.8
7.63/10
CONTRAST
9.07/10
7.7/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.3/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Hisense U8G (LCD) to have very good picture quality, while the TCL S555 (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.0
7.9
7.63/10
CONTRAST
9.07/10
7.2/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.4/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Hisense U8G (LCD) to be very good for movies & TV, while the TCL S555 (LCD) is good.
The Hisense U8G is preferred for movies and cinematic TV because of its superior local dimming and black uniformity, which boost contrast and create deeper blacks for a more immersive experience. On the other hand, the TCL S555, while also good for movies, falls short with lower performance in local dimming and a poorer viewing angle, impacting its ability to maintain image quality from different positions in the room.
Sports
6.4
6.3
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
5.4/10
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Hisense U8G (LCD) and TCL S555 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Hisense U8G handles reflections better but has a slower response time which can be noticeable when watching fast-paced sports, while the TCL S555, despite poor reflection handling, offers a quicker response time that provides a smoother image during dynamic sports scenes. Both models have modest viewing angles which may reduce the picture quality when viewed from the side, and their gray uniformity is at a similar level, which is adequate for sports but not exceptional.
Cartoons & Animation
8.6
8.4
8.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.4/10
7.7/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.3/10
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
9.0/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.6/10
6.4/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.4/10
The Hisense U8G (LCD) and TCL S555 (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The Hisense U8G displays excellent colors out of the box and a very good color gamut, making for vibrant and accurate animation rendering. The TCL S555, while also performing solidly with very good colors straight out of the setup and a good color gamut, doesn't quite match the Hisense's initial color quality.
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How the Hisense U8G (LCD) and the TCL S555 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Hisense U8G (LCD) | TCL S555 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,707 | $600 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 2, 2021 | September 3, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65U8G | 65S555 | |
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 | 6.1/10 | |
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 | 7.9/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 8.9/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.3/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.1/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.4/10 | 6.3/10 | |
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 3" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.6" x 57.1" | 35" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 53.4 lbs | 45.9 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 400 | 300 x 300 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 13 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | Yes | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 7.6/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 6.1/10 | |
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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Caleb Denison | December 2022
"It looks great out of the box and the picture quality it is rock-solid for the price. (...) What really makes this a decent gaming TV, though, is the very low input lag. (...) But if you want to save a little money, the TCL S555 strikes a great balance between cost and performance – the kind of performance that’s impressive enough to deliver some wow to your eyes. (...)"
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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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