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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Hisense U8K is significantly less expensive than the Samsung QN95B and offers a good balance of performance and features for its price. However, the Samsung QN95B, while more expensive, provides superior picture quality and a more premium viewing experience. If cost is a major concern and you want a TV that offers good value, the Hisense U8K is a suitable choice. In contrast, if you are willing to invest more for a higher level of performance and quality, especially in well-lit rooms, the Samsung QN95B is the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense U8K (LCD)
- Very good for dark room
Advantages of the Samsung QN95B (LCD)
- Good for sports
- Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for use as monitor
- Very good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
- Excellent reflections
Key differences
Sports
6.3
7.2
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) is good for sports, while the Hisense U8K (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung QN95B is rated higher for sports viewing because of its very good response time, which minimizes motion blur during fast action, and its excellent motion processing that helps keep fast movements smooth. In contrast, the Hisense U8K has a fair response time and motion processing score, which might lead to more noticeable blur and less fluid motion, but both TVs handle reflections well, which is important for viewing in bright rooms.
Cost
$898
$1,497
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Hisense U8K (LCD) has a price of $898 and the Samsung QN95B (LCD) costs $1,497.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
8.7
8.3
8.21/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
9.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.3/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Hisense U8K (LCD) and Samsung QN95B (LCD) both have very good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.5
8.1
8.21/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.2/10
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 QN95B (LCD) are both very good for movies & TV.
The Hisense U8K excels in movie and cinematic TV viewing due to its outstanding contrast ratio and superb black uniformity, resulting in deep blacks that enhance dark scenes, while the Samsung QN95B's viewing experience is boosted with its wider viewing angles and excellent color volume, ensuring vibrant and consistent colors even at an angle. Both TVs have effective local dimming features to improve picture quality in darker scenes, but the Samsung QN95B edges ahead with slightly better gray uniformity which can be noticeable in panning shots across uniform colors.
Gaming
8.6
8.8
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 Samsung QN95B (LCD) and Hisense U8K (LCD) are both very good for gaming.
The Hisense U8K is well-suited for gaming due to its quick response time and low input lag, both of which contribute to a smooth gaming experience with minimal motion blur and delay between user actions and on-screen reactions. The Samsung QN95B stands out even more for gaming with an exceptional response time and the lowest input lag in its class, ensuring the fastest and most responsive gaming experience.
Cartoons & Animation
9.1
9.0
8.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.0/10
9.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.3/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
8.6/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.5/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.7/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) and Samsung QN95B (LCD) are both excellent for cartoons & animation.
The Hisense U8K and Samsung QN95B are both excellent for watching cartoons and animation largely due to their vibrant and accurate colors straight out of the box and the wide color gamut they both offer. While both TVs perform well, the Hisense U8K excels in color volume, and the Samsung QN95B stands out for its exceptional SDR brightness and better gray uniformity, making it slightly more versatile for varied content in different lighting conditions.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.6
9.0
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung QN95B (LCD) to be excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the Hisense U8K (LCD) is very good.
The Hisense U8K excels with very good upscaling and SDR brightness, ensuring clear images when watching standard definition content, while its initial color settings provide a pleasant viewing experience without further calibration. Conversely, the Samsung QN95B offers slightly better upscaling and the best possible SDR brightness, giving it an edge in clarity and visibility, especially in bright rooms, and its superior color accuracy out of the box means colors will look more natural right away.
Bright Room
9.7
9.8
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
6.8/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
10.0/10
9.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.4/10
8.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
9.2/10
The Samsung QN95B (LCD) and Hisense U8K (LCD) are both best in class for bright room.
The Hisense U8K excels in bright room viewing due to its excellent SDR brightness and very good reflection handling, but the Samsung QN95B outperforms it with the best SDR brightness and excellent reflection handling, making it ideal for very bright environments. While both TVs offer high-quality pictures, the Samsung QN95B's superior brightness levels make it the better choice for viewers who prioritize performance in well-lit rooms.
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Spec Comparison
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| Hisense U8K (LCD) | Samsung QN95B (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$898 | $1,497 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 2, 2023 | May 2, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65U8K | QN65QN95B | |
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 | 8.9/10 | |
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 | 8.3/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.7/10 | 9.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.5/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.3/10 | 7.3/10 | |
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 0.7" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.5" x 57.2" | 35.4" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 56.4 lbs | 49.2 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 | 70 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Bypass only | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | Yes | No | |
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John Archer | March 2022
"Picture quality is fantastic truly mind-bogglingly good. It also plays into the screen’s gorgeous color performance, as spectacularly rich, vibrant tones now look both more consistently natural and balanced. With its extreme brightness and vibrant Quantum Dot color system, the QN95B delivers a dazzling demonstration of just how much of a difference HDR can make to picture quality."
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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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