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For a better gaming experience and darker room performance, the Hisense U8K is preferable, as it offers higher contrast, better local dimming, and overall better picture quality. However, if wide viewing angles and handling of reflections are important to you, especially if you often watch TV with a group or in a bright room, the LG NANO90 may be a better fit. Both TVs support Dolby Vision and HLG, but only the Hisense supports HDR10+. The Hisense U8K also includes built-in voice commands and somewhat better speakers, while the LG NANO90 does not have these features. Both are similarly priced midrange options. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense U8K (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
Advantages of the LG NANO90 (LCD)
- Good motion processing
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.7
6.1
8.21/10
CONTRAST
5.28/10
9.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.6/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
IPS
The Hisense U8K (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the LG NANO90 (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.5
5.6
8.21/10
CONTRAST
5.28/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
5.3/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the LG NANO90 (LCD) is poor.
The Hisense U8K delivers a superior experience for movies and cinematic TV due to its high contrast, effective local dimming, and excellent black uniformity, ensuring deep blacks and more defined shadow detail. On the other hand, the LG NANO90 falls short in these key areas, with lower contrast, less capable local dimming, and poorer black uniformity, which can make dark scenes look washed out and less immersive.
Gaming
8.6
8.0
6.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
7.6/10
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
7.5/10
90.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
50.0/100
9.2/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.6/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) and LG NANO90 (LCD) are both very good for gaming, though the Hisense U8K (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Hisense U8K is appreciated for gaming due to its reasonable response time and good input lag, which is crucial for fast-paced games. Meanwhile, the LG NANO90 shines with better response time and very good input lag, making it highly responsive for gaming scenarios where every millisecond counts.
Cartoons & Animation
9.1
5.6
8.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
6.5/10
9.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.6/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
8.6/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
4.3/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
5.9/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is excellent for cartoons & animation, while the LG NANO90 (LCD) is poor.
The Hisense U8K provides a 'very good' experience for cartoons and animation due to its excellent performance with colors right out of the box and a very good color gamut, which are vital for animated content's vibrant and varied hues. Conversely, the LG NANO90 is considered poor for the same content since it struggles with color accuracy out of the box and only offers a fair color gamut, leading to less vivid and precise reproduction of the colorful world typically found in animation.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.6
6.4
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the LG NANO90 (LCD) is only fair.
The Hisense U8K excels in upscaling and has good 'colors out of the box', making it very suitable for watching everyday content like news and talk shows, whereas the LG NANO90, despite good upscaling, is hindered by poor 'colors out of the box', impacting its overall performance for such programming.
Bright Room
9.7
6.9
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
6.3/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
9.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.2/10
8.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.0/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the LG NANO90 (LCD) is only fair.
The Hisense U8K outperforms the LG NANO90 in a bright room largely due to its superior SDR and HDR brightness which aids visibility in well-lit settings; whereas the LG NANO90, despite fair handling of reflections, doesn't maintain the same level of brightness which can affect its daytime performance. Additionally, the Hisense offers better contrast and color volume which contributes to a more vibrant and clear picture in a variety of lighting conditions.
Cost
$898
$1,719
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Hisense U8K (LCD) has a price of $898 and the LG NANO90 (LCD) costs $1,719.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.3
6.8
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
7.5/10
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG NANO90 (LCD) and Hisense U8K (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Hisense U8K has lower motion processing capabilities which may result in less clear images during fast-paced sports scenes, while the LG NANO90 offers better motion processing for a more fluid watch experience. Both TVs have similar reflection handling and response times, making them fair choices for sports; however, the LG NANO90 has a slight edge in response time and wider viewing angles, which can be beneficial in group viewing situations, but the Hisense U8K comes with slightly better reflection handling which can be favorable in brightly lit rooms.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Hisense U8K (LCD) | LG NANO90 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$898 | $1,719 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | LG | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 2, 2023 | March 2, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65U8K | 65NANO90 | |
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 | 8.3/10 | 6.4/10 | |
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 | 8.7/10 | 6.1/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.7/10 | 7/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 8/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.5/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.3/10 | 6.8/10 | |
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" | 33" x 57.2" x 1.8" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.5" x 57.2" | 35.6" x 57.2" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 56.4 lbs | 62.2 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 | 8.2/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 5.2/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.1.2 | 2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 50 W | 40 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | Yes | No | |
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John Archer | July 2021
"Here we have HDR pictures that look bright, but also manage to typically hit decently deep black levels.WebOS continues, though, to be one of the easiest to use. Connections are strong for a mid-range TV. Native 4K pictures look crisp and detailed."
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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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