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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Hisense U8K (LCD) offers a strong overall value, especially if you're looking for a TV that excels in gaming due to its high gaming score and is available at a midrange price. It's also a solid choice for bright room conditions. However, for movie enthusiasts or those looking to get a premium picture quality, especially in darker environments, the Samsung S95C (OLED) would be the superior option, despite its higher price. The Samsung S95C offers exceptional performance across most types of content, including movies and sports, and has a wide viewing angle, but might not be as bright as the Hisense in well-lit rooms. If budget is a concern, the Hisense could be the better choice, while if picture quality and viewing experience are priorities, the Samsung is the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense U8K (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
Advantages of the Samsung S95C (OLED)
- Best in class for dark room
- Best in class for gaming
- Excellent for movies & TV
- Very good for sports
- Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
- Best in class for use as monitor
- Very good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
- Best in class viewing angle
- Best in class reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.7
9.5
8.21/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
9.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.3/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
RGB OLED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
QD-OLED
The Samsung S95C (OLED) has best in class picture quality, while the Hisense U8K (LCD) has very good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.5
9.4
8.21/10
CONTRAST
10.00/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
10.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is excellent for movies & TV, while the Hisense U8K (LCD) is very good.
Sports
6.3
8.7
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.2/10
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
7.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is very good for sports, while the Hisense U8K (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung S95C has a superior response time and motion processing, making it very good for watching fast-paced sports without motion blur or lag, and its excellent reflection handling and wide viewing angles ensure a clear picture from various seating positions. In contrast, the Hisense U8K has lower performance in motion processing and a narrower viewing angle, which makes it fair for sports as it might not keep up as well with quick movements and could have visibility issues from side seats.
Gaming
8.6
10.0
6.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
10.0/10
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.2/10
90.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
100.0/100
9.2/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is best in class for gaming, while the Hisense U8K (LCD) is very good.
The Samsung S95C (OLED) has the best response time and input lag which are crucial for gaming, ensuring smooth motion and timely on-screen reactions. Meanwhile, the Hisense U8K (LCD) offers a good gaming experience but with a fair response time and good input lag, it might not be as fluid or responsive as the Samsung model in fast-paced games.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.6
9.1
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
8.0/10
The Samsung S95C (OLED) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the Hisense U8K (LCD) is very good.
The Hisense U8K offers excellent SDR brightness which is essential for viewing in well-lit environments, along with very good performance in upscaling lower-resolution content such as news and talk shows. The Samsung S95C, with its OLED panel, provides exceptional contrast and color accuracy right out of the box, contributing to vivid and lifelike images that enhance the viewing experience for the same types of content.
Bright Room
9.7
9.0
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
10.0/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
9.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
8.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
10.0/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Samsung S95C (OLED) is excellent.
Cost
$898
$3,300
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
$5,000
The Hisense U8K (LCD) has a price of $898 and the Samsung S95C (OLED) costs $3,300.
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Key similarities
Cartoons & Animation
9.1
9.4
8.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
9.2/10
9.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
9.3/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.8/10
8.6/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.8/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
9.8/10
The Samsung S95C (OLED) and Hisense U8K (LCD) are both excellent for cartoons & animation.
The Hisense U8K delivers vibrant colors straight out of the box with an excellent color gamut, making cartoons and animation come to life, but its slightly lower color volume compared to the Samsung S95C may make the colors less vivid in some scenes. On the other hand, the Samsung S95C, with its OLED technology, not only offers excellent out-of-the-box colors and color gamut but also has an impressive color volume, ensuring consistently rich and nuanced colors even in scenes with varied brightness levels.
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How the Hisense U8K (LCD) and the Samsung S95C (OLED) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Hisense U8K (LCD) | Samsung S95C (OLED) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$898 | $3,300 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 2, 2023 | February 2, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65U8K | QN65S95C | |
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 | 8/10 | |
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 | 9.5/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.7/10 | 9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 10/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.5/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.3/10 | 8.8/10 | |
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" | 32.7" x 56.8" x 0.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.5" x 57.2" | 35.2" x 56.8" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 56.4 lbs | Unknown | |
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 | 10/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 10/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.1.2 | 4.2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 50 W | 70 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
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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