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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prefer a TV that is more affordable and provides an overall better picture quality with higher brightness, the Hisense U8H might be the right choice for you, which would also be more suitable for gaming due to its higher performance in this area. However, it doesn't perform as well in a bright room compared to the TCL R648. On the other hand, if a high-quality audio experience is a priority, and you're willing to pay a premium, the TCL R648 includes better speakers. This TV may not be as bright as the Hisense U8H, which can be a disadvantage in well-lit environments. Additionally, the TCL R648 may not provide as strong a picture quality as the Hisense U8H. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense U8H (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
- Very good for dark room
- Very good for movies & TV
- Very good for news, talk, & other TV
- Excellent for cartoons & animation
- Good for upscaling
Advantages of the TCL R648 (LCD)
- The TCL R648 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Hisense U8H (LCD).
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.4
7.7
7.75/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
9.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.6/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Hisense U8H (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the TCL R648 (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.2
7.6
7.75/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
6.8/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.5/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Hisense U8H (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the TCL R648 (LCD) is good.
Cartoons & Animation
9.1
8.6
8.4/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.8/10
9.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.6/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
8.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.0/10
8.5/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
The Hisense U8H (LCD) is excellent for cartoons & animation, while the TCL R648 (LCD) is very good.
The Hisense U8H is noted for displaying cartoons and animation well due to its very good out-of-the-box colors and exceptional color volume, catering to vibrant animations. Meanwhile, the TCL R648, while also rated excellent for colors straight out of the box, may not showcase animations as richly due to its relatively lower, though still good, color volume.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.8
7.5
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
The Hisense U8H (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL R648 (LCD) is good.
The Hisense U8H excels in upscaling lower resolution content and displays bright scenes very well, making it an excellent choice for watching news and TV shows. The TCL R648 also provides high SDR brightness and commendable upscaling, but the colors right out of the box might not be as vibrant as the Hisense U8H, which could impact the initial viewing experience for news and talk shows.
Bright Room
9.7
8.1
5.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
9.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.9/10
8.6/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.0/10
The Hisense U8H (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the TCL R648 (LCD) is very good.
The Hisense U8H excels in SDR and HDR brightness, making it suitable for viewing in bright rooms and it manages reflections very well. Meanwhile, the TCL R648 also provides excellent SDR brightness and good management of reflections, but its HDR brightness is lower compared to the Hisense U8H, making it slightly less ideal for extremely bright environments.
Cost
$1,350
$2,000
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Hisense U8H (LCD) has a price of $1,350 and the TCL R648 (LCD) costs $2,000.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.5
6.5
3.9/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
7.3/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL R648 (LCD) and Hisense U8H (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Hisense U8H and TCL R648 both have their own weaknesses when it comes to watching sports: the U8H struggles with motion processing, which can lead to blurring during fast movements, and while the R648 handles motion better, its limited viewing angles might cause issues when watching from the side. Both handle reflections well, reducing the impact of light on the screen, and have good gray uniformity, making sure the playing field looks even and without irregular patches.
Gaming
8.3
8.2
8.3/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.2/10
7.3/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
3.9/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
80.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
9.2/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
The Hisense U8H (LCD) and TCL R648 (LCD) are both very good for gaming.
The Hisense U8H and TCL R648 are highly regarded for gaming due to their quick response times and low input lag, both of which contribute to a smoother gaming experience. Additionally, their 120Hz refresh rates enhance motion clarity, making fast-paced content more fluid and responsive, essential for gaming performance.
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How the Hisense U8H (LCD) and the TCL R648 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Hisense U8H (LCD) | TCL R648 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,350 | $2,000 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 2, 2022 | May 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65U8H | 65R648 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 8K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Google TV | Roku TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 8/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | Yes | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.7/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.3/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.3/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.5/10 | 6.6/10 | |
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 3" | |
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 | 70.1 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 400 | 400 x 400 | |
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 | 6.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.1 | 2.1 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 40 W | 50 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | Yes, Bypass only | Yes, Bypass only | |
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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 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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