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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Hisense U8H and LG A1 present quite different viewing experiences. The U8H, being an LCD TV with miniLED technology, generally performs better in bright rooms due to its higher brightness levels and is often less expensive. It also has a higher refresh rate which is beneficial for gaming. In contrast, the LG A1 is an OLED TV, which offers superior contrast and viewing angles, making it better for movies and dark room viewing. However, OLEDs can have a risk of burn-in with static images and are typically more costly. If you prioritize gaming and bright room performance with a more budget-friendly option, the Hisense U8H could suit you. If you prefer watching movies in a dark room and appreciate wider viewing angles with deep blacks, the LG A1 could be more appealing, albeit at a higher price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense U8H (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
- Very good for gaming
- Excellent for cartoons & animation
Advantages of the LG A1 (OLED)
- Very good for sports
- Very good for use as monitor
- Very good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
- Very good viewing angle
Key differences
Movies & TV
8.2
8.9
7.75/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
6.8/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The LG A1 (OLED) and Hisense U8H (LCD) are both very good for movies & TV, though the LG A1 (OLED) is somewhat better.
Sports
6.5
8.0
3.9/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
7.3/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG A1 (OLED) is very good for sports, while the Hisense U8H (LCD) is only fair.
The LG A1 OLED has a better response time than the Hisense U8H LCD, which is crucial for sports as it minimizes motion blur. Additionally, the LG A1 offers wider viewing angles, which is beneficial if watching sports with a group spread around the room, though both TVs handle reflections very well.
Gaming
8.3
7.0
8.3/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
9.0/10
7.3/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
3.9/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
80.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
100.0/100
9.2/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
The Hisense U8H (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the LG A1 (OLED) is good.
The Hisense U8H offers a very good response time and good input lag, which are crucial for a responsive gaming experience, while the LG A1 has an excellent response time, the best input lag performance, making it extremely favorable for gamers who need the quickest on-screen reactions.
Cartoons & Animation
9.1
8.0
8.4/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.0/10
9.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.1/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
8.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.1/10
8.5/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
9.2/10
The Hisense U8H (LCD) is excellent for cartoons & animation, while the LG A1 (OLED) is very good.
Bright Room
9.7
6.6
5.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
8.8/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
9.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.1/10
8.6/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.8/10
The Hisense U8H (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the LG A1 (OLED) is only fair.
Cost
$1,221
$1,300
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
$2,000
The Hisense U8H (LCD) has a price of $1,221 and the LG A1 (OLED) costs $1,300.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
8.4
8.2
7.75/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
9.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.1/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
WOLED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
WBC
The Hisense U8H (LCD) and LG A1 (OLED) both have very good picture quality.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.8
8.4
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
The Hisense U8H (LCD) and LG A1 (OLED) are both very good for news, talk, & other TV.
The Hisense U8H is appreciated for watching news and TV programs because it has excellent SDR brightness and upscaling capabilities which ensure a clear picture in various content qualities, while the LG A1 excels due to its superior contrast and good out-of-the-box colors, offering a vivid viewing experience. Both TVs provide strong performance, with the Hisense U8H being brighter and better at upscaling lower resolution content, and the LG A1 offering deeper blacks and more accurate initial color presentation.
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How the Hisense U8H (LCD) and the LG A1 (OLED) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Hisense U8H (LCD) | LG A1 (OLED) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,221 | $1,300 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | LG | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 2, 2022 | March 3, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65U8H | OLED65A1 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Google TV | webOS | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 6.6/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | Yes | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 3 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.7/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.3/10 | 7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.3/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.5/10 | 8/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 33.1" x 57.2" x 3" | 32.7" x 57" x 1.8" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.9" x 57.2" | 35.1" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 56.4 lbs | 52.2 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 400 | 300 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 | 7.8/10 | 10/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 10/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.1 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 40 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | Yes, Bypass only | No | |
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Jaron Schneider | January 2023
"Hisense is over here making the best TVs for the majority of average families. U8H is a juiced-up utility knife of a television that manages to do a lot of things pretty well. The brightness this TV is capable of pushing out means I can see everything going on in any video game I’m playing regardless of what time of day it is"
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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 LG
LG, a prominent TV brand from Korea, has played a significant role in popularizing OLED TVs. OLED technology is hailed as the future of TV technology. Their TVs employ WebOS, a proprietary smart TV software that not only offers seamless functionality but also includes gaming-specific features, earning praise from players worldwide. Often regarded as the gateway to unparalleled viewing experiences, LG's mid-range OLEDs come highly recommended, making them a worthwhile investment for those willing to stretch their budget for superior quality.
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