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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Hisense U8G generally offers better performance for gaming thanks to its higher gaming score, and its picture quality for movies and series is also slightly better. If you're looking for a TV to use in bright rooms, both TVs perform similarly well, but the Hisense U8G has a slight edge in dark room usage as well. On the other hand, the Vizio P-Series may cost a bit more but has a better quality control and assurance score, which implies it may have fewer issues over time. The Vizio is also somewhat better at handling sports content but doesn't match the Hisense for general viewing angles and motion processing. Both TVs support HDR and have similar connectivity options, so they're on par in these areas. Neither TV excels in sound quality, so for an immersive experience, you might want to consider additional speakers regardless of which TV you choose. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense U8G (LCD)
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for movies & TV
- Very good for news, talk, & other TV
- Good for use as monitor
- Good for upscaling
Advantages of the Vizio P-Series (LCD)
- The Vizio P-Series (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Hisense U8G (LCD).
Key differences
Gaming
8.3
7.7
8.1/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.0/10
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
3.9/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
80.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
8.6/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
The Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Vizio P-Series (LCD) is good.
The Hisense U8G is considered very good for gaming because it has a very good response time and good input lag, which ensures smooth motion and quick gameplay feedback. In contrast, the Vizio P-Series is also good for gaming but has only a fair response time, which might result in slightly less fluid motion, although it still maintains good input lag for responsive gameplay.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.6
7.2
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
The Hisense U8G (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Vizio P-Series (LCD) is good.
The Hisense U8G excels with excellent upscaling and high SDR brightness, two very important aspects for watching news and TV programs, and also performs strongly with vibrant colors right out of the box and a wide color gamut. On the other hand, the Vizio P-Series also delivers very good SDR brightness and has superior contrast, but its upscaling is not as strong as Hisense's, and while it also offers a wide color gamut, the colors right out of the box might not be as impressive.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
8.0
7.9
7.63/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
7.7/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.1/10
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 Vizio P-Series (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.0
7.7
7.63/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
7.2/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
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 Vizio P-Series (LCD) is good.
The Hisense U8G excels in watching movies and cinematic TV due to its high contrast ratio and effective local dimming feature, which enhances black uniformity and overall picture depth. In comparison, the Vizio P-Series also offers a high contrast ratio suitable for movies, but it falls slightly short due to lesser performance in local dimming and black uniformity, affecting its ability to display deep blacks as effectively as the Hisense U8G.
Sports
6.4
6.4
3.9/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) and Hisense U8G (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Hisense U8G has a higher motion processing capability, which is beneficial for fast-moving sports content, but it struggles with viewing angles, making it less ideal for group viewings; the Vizio P-Series offers somewhat better response time and reflections handling, but its motion processing is not quite as good, which could affect the clarity during fast-paced games.
Cartoons & Animation
8.6
8.3
8.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.3/10
7.7/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.1/10
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
9.0/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.2/10
6.4/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.4/10
The Hisense U8G (LCD) and Vizio P-Series (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The Hisense U8G excels in delivering vibrant colors right out of the box and also boasts a very good color gamut, which is essential for accurately presenting the diverse and rich palettes typically found in cartoons and animation. The Vizio P-Series, while good with colors out of the box, matches the Hisense in color gamut, ensuring cartoons and animations are presented with a wide range of colors, supporting a visually compelling experience.
Bright Room
8.9
8.9
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
8.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
8.4/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
8.6/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.6/10
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) and Hisense U8G (LCD) are both very good for bright room.
The Hisense U8G and the Vizio P-Series both excel in bright rooms due to their "Very Good" SDR and HDR brightness and "Very Good" reflections handling, with the Hisense having a slight edge in contrast enhancing visibility. While both have commendable color volume and gamut, which are key for vivid colors in bright conditions, the Vizio offers a slightly superior color volume, potentially rendering richer hues.
Cost
$971
$998
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Hisense U8G (LCD) has a price of $971 and the Vizio P-Series (LCD) costs $998.
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How the Hisense U8G (LCD) and the Vizio P-Series (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Hisense U8G (LCD) | Vizio P-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$971 | $998 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 2, 2021 | July 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65U8G | P65Q9-J01 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Android TV | SmartCast | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.9/10 | |
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 | 9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.3/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.1/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.4/10 | 6.4/10 | |
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" | 32.9" x 57" x 3.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.6" x 57.1" | 34.7" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 53.4 lbs | 53.3 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 400 | 400 x 200 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 30 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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Brian Westover | October 2021
"We were even more pleased to see that performance had improved across the board, with the display offering better color, brightness, and shorter lag times than the already excellent Roku model. Color accuracy was great right out of the box. The TCL 5-Series Google TV becomes a great option for demanding gamers."
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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 Vizio
Vizio is an American company. While they initially gained recognition for offering budget-friendly TVs, they have successfully expanded their product lineup to include high-end options as well. They manufacture TVs primarily in Mexico, China, and Vietnam. Similar to many Korean TV brands, Vizio developed its own smart TV software called SmartCast. In the past, SmartCast was not the best smart TV software, but it has evolved so that it is now good for using your TV and connecting to streaming services.
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