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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're looking for a more affordable option, the Hisense U8H could be a better choice as it offers a good overall picture quality, especially for gaming and watching movies and animations. It performs well in both dark and bright rooms. However, its viewing angle is somewhat limited, so it may not be the best for wide seating arrangements. On the other hand, the Samsung QN90A is a premium offering with excellent bright room performance and slightly better gaming features like lower input lag, which may appeal to serious gamers. It boasts a better sound quality with great speakers and has a wider viewing angle, which could enhance the viewing experience if you often watch TV with a group. But all these come at a higher price point compared to the Hisense U8H. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense U8H (LCD)
- Very good for dark room
- Excellent for cartoons & animation
Advantages of the Samsung QN90A (LCD)
- Good for sports
- Very good for use as monitor
- Very good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
- Excellent reflections
Key similarities
Picture Quality
8.4
8.1
7.75/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
9.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.2/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Hisense U8H (LCD) and Samsung QN90A (LCD) both have very good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.2
8.0
7.75/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
6.8/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Hisense U8H (LCD) and Samsung QN90A (LCD) are both very good for movies & TV.
The Hisense U8H excels in contrast, local dimming, and black uniformity which enhances the dark scene detailing essential for movies and cinematic TV, while the Samsung QN90A, although slightly less impressive in contrast, offers better viewing angles and top-tier color accuracy, making it an equally compelling choice for color-rich content. Both TVs perform excellent in local dimming and black uniformity, but Hisense U8H has a slight edge in contrast, likely providing deeper blacks; meanwhile, Samsung QN90A offers better out-of-the-box colors and slightly better viewing angles, which could benefit wider seating arrangements.
Sports
6.5
7.0
3.9/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
7.3/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.4/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung QN90A (LCD) to be good for sports, while the Hisense U8H (LCD) is only fair.
The Hisense U8H is considered fair for watching sports because it has a lower motion processing capability, which is significant when tracking fast-moving objects, and its viewing angle is not as wide, meaning that the picture quality can degrade when viewed from the side. In comparison, the Samsung QN90A provides a better sports watching experience with substantially better motion processing and a wider viewing angle to maintain picture quality across different seating positions.
Gaming
8.3
8.3
8.3/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.3/10
7.3/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
3.9/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
80.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
9.2/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) and Hisense U8H (LCD) are both very good for gaming.
The Hisense U8H is considered very good for gaming partly because it has very good response time and good input lag, allowing for a smooth gaming experience with minimal motion blur and quick reactions to inputs. Similarly, the Samsung QN90A's gaming performance is notable due to its very good response time and best input lag, providing clear motion and responsive gameplay.
Cartoons & Animation
9.1
8.8
8.4/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.8/10
9.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.2/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.4/10
8.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.5/10
8.5/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.4/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Hisense U8H (LCD) to be excellent for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung QN90A (LCD) is very good.
The Hisense U8H excels in color volume, which is important for cartoons and animation, enabling a wide range of colors to be displayed vividly, and it is rated very good in colors out of the box, meaning it showcases accurate colors immediately upon setup.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.8
8.9
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.4/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) and Hisense U8H (LCD) are both very good for news, talk, & other TV.
The Hisense U8H is praised for its high SDR brightness and effective local dimming, which enhance the viewing experience for news and TV programs even in well-lit rooms. Meanwhile, the Samsung QN90A stands out with better out-of-the-box colors and upscaling, providing a crisp and vibrant image for similar content, making it an excellent choice if you prioritize picture quality but at a potentially higher cost.
Bright Room
9.7
9.7
5.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
6.5/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.4/10
9.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
8.6/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
9.0/10
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) and Hisense U8H (LCD) are both best in class for bright room.
The Hisense U8H and Samsung QN90A both excel in SDR and HDR brightness, which is critical for watching TV in bright rooms, with the Samsung QN90A having a slight edge in handling reflections. However, the Hisense U8H offers slightly better contrast, which can improve the viewing experience during darker scenes, and both have commendable color gamut and volume for vibrant and varied colors.
Cost
$1,350
$1,398
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Hisense U8H (LCD) has a price of $1,350 and the Samsung QN90A (LCD) costs $1,398.
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Spec Comparison
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| Hisense U8H (LCD) | Samsung QN90A (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,350 | $1,398 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 2, 2022 | February 4, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65U8H | QN65QN90A | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Google TV | Tizen | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 8.3/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | Yes | Yes | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.7/10 | 9.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.3/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.3/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.5/10 | 7/10 | |
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" | 32.6" x 56.9" x 1" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.9" x 57.2" | 35.2" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 56.4 lbs | 53.8 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 400 | 400 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 | 7.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.1 | 4.2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 40 W | 60 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Bypass only | |
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 Samsung
Samsung, a South Korean electronics manufacturer, holds the title of being the largest global TV vendor in terms of units sold. They offer a diverse lineup of TV products that cater to various budget ranges. A notable achievement in recent years is the development of Quantum Dots, a technology that enhances color reproduction, resulting in richer and more vibrant hues. Samsung TVs are well-regarded for their high manufacturing quality and user-friendly software, making them an excellent choice for consumers seeking an intuitive viewing experience.
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