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If you're on a tighter budget and looking for value, the Hisense U8K is less expensive and delivers a good gaming experience along with voice command capability. Both have good overall picture quality and support for HDR content, but if gaming is a priority, the Hisense U8K has a lower input lag, which is beneficial for fast-paced games. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense U8K (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 differences
Picture Quality
8.7
8.1
8.21/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
9.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.2/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Hisense U8K (LCD) and Samsung QN90A (LCD) both have very good picture quality, though the Hisense U8K (LCD) has somewhat better picture quality.
Sports
6.3
7.0
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
8.0/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.4/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) is good for sports, while the Hisense U8K (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung QN90A provides a superior experience for watching sports over the Hisense U8K due to its faster response time and more effective motion processing, which lead to clearer action scenes and less motion blur. Additionally, the Samsung QN90A handles reflections better, providing a clearer image in well-lit rooms, and it has a wider viewing angle, making it easier for groups of people to watch from different positions.
Cost
$898
$1,470
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Hisense U8K (LCD) has a price of $898 and the Samsung QN90A (LCD) costs $1,470.
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Key similarities
Movies & TV
8.5
8.0
8.21/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Hisense U8K (LCD) and Samsung QN90A (LCD) are both very good for movies & TV.
The Hisense U8K excels in delivering deep blacks and uniformity, vital for an immersive movie experience, due to its superior contrast and black uniformity, enhanced by effective local dimming. On the other hand, the Samsung QN90A offers wider viewing angles and more vibrant colors right out of the box, attributes that contribute to a cinematic feel, particularly for off-angle viewing and in scenes bursting with color.
Gaming
8.6
8.3
6.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.3/10
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
9.3/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) and Samsung QN90A (LCD) are both very good for gaming.
The Hisense U8K is well-regarded for gaming due to its low input lag and decent response time, complemented by its high refresh rate, making it responsive for gamers. Conversely, the Samsung QN90A is praised for its exceptional response time and low input lag, also featuring a high refresh rate which results in smooth and responsive gaming experiences.
Cartoons & Animation
9.1
8.8
8.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.8/10
9.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.2/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.4/10
8.6/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.5/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.4/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Hisense U8K (LCD) to be excellent for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung QN90A (LCD) is very good.
The Hisense U8K is excellent for watching cartoons and animation due to its combination of very good colors out of the box and a very good color gamut, complemented by an excellent color volume which ensures vibrant and consistent colors across a range of brightness levels. In contrast, the Samsung QN90A, while still very good for cartoons and animation, has slightly less ideal color performance out of the box but compensates with a strong contrast that helps in producing deep blacks and maintaining color richness in various scenes.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.6
8.9
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.4/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) and Hisense U8K (LCD) are both very good for news, talk, & other TV.
The Hisense U8K and Samsung QN90A both excel in upscaling and offer excellent SDR brightness, which is very important when watching news, talk shows, and general TV programs. They each have miniLED VA panels, which allow for better local dimming and contrast, enhancing picture quality, and the Samsung QN90A additionally stands out with its top-notch color accuracy right out of the box.
Bright Room
9.7
9.7
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
6.5/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.4/10
9.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
8.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
9.0/10
The Samsung QN90A (LCD) and Hisense U8K (LCD) are both best in class for bright room.
The Hisense U8K performs exceptionally well in bright rooms due to its superb SDR and HDR brightness, making it suitable for day-time viewing, but while its reflections handling is very good, the Samsung QN90A offers excellent reflection handling, slightly edging it out in this respect. In terms of contrast, color volume, and color gamut, the Hisense U8K has an edge in contrast which is beneficial for deep blacks and overall picture depth, whereas the Samsung QN90A has very good color performance attributes but does not surpass the Hisense significantly in these aspects.
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How the Hisense U8K (LCD) and the Samsung QN90A (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Hisense U8K (LCD) | Samsung QN90A (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$898 | $1,470 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 2, 2023 | February 4, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65U8K | 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 | 8.3/10 | 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 | 8.7/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.7/10 | 9.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.5/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.3/10 | 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) | 35.5" 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 | 8.2/10 | 7/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.1.2 | 4.2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 50 W | 60 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Bypass only | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | Yes | No | |
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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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