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Updated January 10, 2024·
Based on the information, if you prioritize overall picture quality and gaming performance, and you're okay with spending a bit less, the Hisense U8K would be a strong choice. It has higher picture quality and gaming scores, great speakers, and performs better in dark rooms compared to the Samsung QN85B. On the other hand, if you value sports content viewing with a better performance in bright rooms, and you're willing to pay slightly more, then the Samsung QN85B might be more suitable. However, it doesn't perform as well in dark rooms and has slightly lower overall picture quality compared to the Hisense U8K. 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
Advantages of the Samsung QN85B (LCD)
- Good for sports
- Very good for use as monitor
- Very good motion processing
- Good viewing angle
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.7
7.5
8.21/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
9.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.5/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
IPS
The Hisense U8K (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the Samsung QN85B (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.5
7.3
8.21/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
5.7/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the Samsung QN85B (LCD) is good.
The Hisense U8K is very good for watching movies and cinematic TV primarily due to its superior contrast, which is essential for deep blacks, and its exceptional black uniformity, which ensures even darkness across the screen without blotchiness. Although the Samsung QN85B offers commendable performance and better viewing angles, it falls short in contrast and black uniformity compared to the Hisense U8K, which may affect the depth and richness of image in dark scenes.
Sports
6.3
7.1
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung QN85B (LCD) is good for sports, while the Hisense U8K (LCD) is only fair.
Cartoons & Animation
9.1
8.0
8.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.2/10
9.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.5/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
8.6/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.9/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.2/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is excellent for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung QN85B (LCD) is very good.
The Hisense U8K stands out for watching cartoons and animation due to its 'very good' colors right out of the box and a 'very good' color gamut, ensuring vibrant and accurate shades. In comparison, the Samsung QN85B is rated as 'good' for both these aspects, which suggests it's slightly less impressive in color performance but still delivers a quality viewing experience..
Bright Room
9.7
9.2
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
7.5/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
9.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
8.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.9/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Samsung QN85B (LCD) is excellent.
Cost
$898
$1,199
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Hisense U8K (LCD) has a price of $898 and the Samsung QN85B (LCD) costs $1,199.
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Key similarities
Gaming
8.6
8.2
6.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.0/10
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
90.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
9.2/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) and Samsung QN85B (LCD) are both very good for gaming.
The Hisense U8K is good for gaming due to its fair response time and good input lag, making gameplay feel responsive; however, it performs slightly worse in response time compared to the Samsung QN85B, which has very good response time and the best input lag, allowing for an even smoother gaming experience.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.6
8.2
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) and Samsung QN85B (LCD) are both very good for news, talk, & other TV.
The Hisense U8K excels at upscaling and delivers very good SDR brightness, making it suitable for news and talk shows, especially in bright rooms. The Samsung QN85B, while having slightly lower contrast, offers very good color performance out of the box and also provides excellent SDR brightness, contributing to a pleasant viewing experience for routine TV content.
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Spec Comparison
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| Hisense U8K (LCD) | Samsung QN85B (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$898 | $1,199 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 2, 2023 | March 2, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65U8K | QN65QN85B | |
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 | 8.3/10 | 7.5/10 | |
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 | 7.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.7/10 | 9.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.5/10 | 7.3/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.3/10 | 7.2/10 | |
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" | 35.1" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 56.4 lbs | 52.2 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 400 | 400x300 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.1.2 | 2.2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 50 W | 60 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | Yes | No | |
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John Archer | February 2023
"Particularly key to this is the fact that black levels are unusually good, on a level we haven’t seen from any IPS TV before. Build quality is impressive too, with a gleaming silver metallic frame and stand, and enough heft to suggest plenty of quality innards. High dynamic range content jumps off the screen with enough luminosity and intensity to really sell what makes HDR special."
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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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