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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Hisense U8K (LCD) would be a more budget-friendly choice compared to the LG QNED90 (LCD), with strong performance in contrast and black levels due to its miniLED backlight, which is great for movies in dark rooms. However, the LG QNED90 offers better viewing angles and might suit you better if you often watch TV with a large group or in a wide living room. Both support high-quality 4K content, but the Hisense has a higher refresh rate, making it a better option for gaming. If your room is very bright, the brighter screen of the Hisense U8K could be more advantageous, but the LG QNED90 still delivers good brightness levels for most conditions. 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
- Excellent for cartoons & animation
- Very good reflections
Advantages of the LG QNED90 (LCD)
- Good motion processing
- Good viewing angle
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.7
7.3
8.21/10
CONTRAST
5.60/10
9.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.4/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
IPS
The Hisense U8K (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the LG QNED90 (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.5
6.8
8.21/10
CONTRAST
5.60/10
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 QNED90 (LCD) is only fair.
The Hisense U8K excels in watching movies and cinematic TV due to its superior contrast, local dimming, and black uniformity, which are vital for displaying deeper blacks and more detailed shadows. Whereas the LG QNED90, despite having good color capabilities, falls behind due to its fair performance in these very important factors, which can make it less suitable for dark room viewing where these qualities really shine.
Cartoons & Animation
9.1
7.6
8.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.8/10
9.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.4/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.7/10
8.6/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.6/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
5.8/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is excellent for cartoons & animation, while the LG QNED90 (LCD) is good.
The Hisense U8K is considered excellent for watching cartoons and animation because it has 'Very Good' color performance out of the box and an 'Excellent' color gamut, which are essential for vibrant and accurate color reproduction. On the other hand, the LG QNED90, while still performing well with 'Good' colors out of the box and a 'Good' color gamut, doesn't match up to the Hisense in terms of color vibrancy and range.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.6
8.0
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.7/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) and LG QNED90 (LCD) are both very good for news, talk, & other TV, though the Hisense U8K (LCD) is somewhat better.
Bright Room
9.7
7.7
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
7.7/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.7/10
9.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
8.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.0/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the LG QNED90 (LCD) is good.
The Hisense U8K is better for bright rooms due to its higher brightness levels in both SDR and HDR, along with better control over reflections; while the LG QNED90, though still performing well with very good brightness and decent reflection handling, may not match the intensity and clarity of the Hisense in very bright environments. Contrast and color performance are important too, with the Hisense U8K offering a superior contrast that enhances picture depth, and both TVs having respectable color volume and gamut, which are key for vibrant images, but less critical than brightness for bright room viewing.
Cost
$898
$2,000
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Hisense U8K (LCD) has a price of $898 and the LG QNED90 (LCD) costs $2,000.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.3
6.7
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
7.5/10
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.7/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG QNED90 (LCD) and Hisense U8K (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Hisense U8K has a weak motion processing capability, which can lead to less smooth action during fast-paced sports, whereas the LG QNED90 handles motion much better, offering a cleaner experience during sports viewing. Both TVs have their downsides for sports fans, with the Hisense U8K having limited viewing angles and the LG QNED90 struggling more with reflections, which can detract from the experience in bright rooms or with off-angle viewing.
Gaming
8.6
8.1
6.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
7.6/10
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.0/10
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
7.5/10
90.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
9.2/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) and LG QNED90 (LCD) are both very good for gaming.
The Hisense U8K is preferred for gaming due to its higher response time and good input lag, making it responsive for fast-paced games, whereas the LG QNED90, with very good input lag, ensures minimal delay between player actions and on-screen effects. Both TVs also offer high refresh rates, which contribute to smoother gameplay.
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How the Hisense U8K (LCD) and the LG QNED90 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Hisense U8K (LCD) | LG QNED90 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$898 | $2,000 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | LG | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 2, 2023 | April 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65U8K | 65QNED90 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
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 | 7.4/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.7/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
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" | 32.6" x 56.9" x 1.1" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.5" x 57.2" | 35.4" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 56.4 lbs | 57.8 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 | 5.6/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
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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Stratos Kampourogiannis | September 2021
"When it comes to HDR brightness it has very bright highlights and impressive HDR. In terms of design the QNED90 looks beautiful. The TV did great with fast response times, excellent reactions and instant rendering of all our commands. If you look for a good performing premium 4K TV the QNED90 ticks all the boxes."
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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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