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The Hisense U8K usually costs somewhat less and provides a better overall picture quality than the Vizio P-Series. It has higher scores for gaming, making it an excellent choice if you're a gamer. However, if sports viewing is a high priority, you should note that neither TV has a particularly high sports content score, with the Hisense having a slight edge. In bright rooms, both TVs perform well, but the Hisense has a slightly better score, meaning it handles reflections and maintains picture quality under various lighting conditions. Ultimately, if you're after the best picture quality and gaming performance, the lower-priced Hisense U8K is a strong choice, especially in a bright room. If your budget is tighter and you prioritize a good all-around TV, the Vizio might still be a considerable option, keeping in mind that it may not compete as well with the Hisense in overall picture quality and gaming performance. 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 gaming
- Very good for movies & TV
- Very good for news, talk, & other TV
- Excellent for cartoons & animation
- Good for use as monitor
- Good for upscaling
Advantages of the Vizio P-Series (LCD)
- The Vizio P-Series (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Hisense U8K (LCD).
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.7
7.9
8.21/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
9.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.1/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Hisense U8K (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the Vizio P-Series (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.5
7.7
8.21/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the Vizio P-Series (LCD) is good.
Gaming
8.6
7.7
6.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.0/10
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
90.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
9.2/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Vizio P-Series (LCD) is good.
The Hisense U8K stands out for gaming due to its excellent response time and very low input lag, which are crucial for fast-paced games, and it also has a higher refresh rate of 144Hz, allowing for smoother play. In contrast, while the Vizio P-Series also has good gaming capabilities, its response time and input lag are not rated as highly, and with a refresh rate of 120Hz, it offers less fluid motion compared to the Hisense.
Cartoons & Animation
9.1
8.3
8.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.3/10
9.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.1/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
8.6/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.2/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.4/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is excellent for cartoons & animation, while the Vizio P-Series (LCD) is very good.
The Hisense U8K excels in displaying cartoons and animation due to its excellent color reproduction out of the box and wide color gamut, ensuring vivid and accurate hues. In contrast, the Vizio P-Series also offers strong performance with very good color characteristics, but it may not match the Hisense in showing the most vibrant and nuanced shades.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.6
7.2
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Vizio P-Series (LCD) is good.
The Hisense U8K is very good for watching news and other TV programs due to its superior upscaling capabilities and very good color accuracy right out of the box, which enhances the viewing experience without the need for additional adjustments. In contrast, the Vizio P-Series is simply good in these aspects, likely providing a slightly less sharp image with colors that might not be as accurate initially, but still offers a satisfactory performance for everyday content like news and talk shows.
Bright Room
9.7
8.9
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
9.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
8.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.6/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Vizio P-Series (LCD) is very good.
The Hisense U8K is superior for watching TV in a bright room primarily due to its excellent ratings in both SDR and HDR brightness, along with its very good ability to handle reflections, making it well-equipped to maintain picture quality in well-lit environments. In comparison, the Vizio P-Series also performs very well under bright conditions with good SDR and HDR brightness, and reflections handling, but it falls slightly behind the Hisense U8K, which may result in a less optimal viewing experience in very bright rooms.
Cost
$898
$998
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Hisense U8K (LCD) has a price of $898 and the Vizio P-Series (LCD) costs $998.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.3
6.4
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) and Hisense U8K (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Hisense U8K has an average response time and somewhat limited viewing angles which can affect the clarity of fast-moving sports scenes for viewers not sitting directly in front of the TV. On the other hand, the Vizio P-Series is similarly challenged by modest motion processing and average reflection handling, impacting how sports appear on screen in both bright and dark environments.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Hisense U8K (LCD) | Vizio P-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$898 | $998 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 2, 2023 | July 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65U8K | P65Q9-J01 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Google TV | SmartCast | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 8.3/10 | 6.9/10 | |
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 | 7.9/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.7/10 | 9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.5/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.3/10 | 6.4/10 | |
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" | 32.9" x 57" x 3.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.5" x 57.2" | 34.7" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 56.4 lbs | 53.3 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 400 | 400 x 200 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.1.2 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 50 W | 30 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | Yes | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | |
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"We were even more pleased to see that performance had improved across the board, with the display offering better color, brightness, and shorter lag times than the already excellent Roku model. Color accuracy was great right out of the box. The TCL 5-Series Google TV becomes a great option for demanding gamers."
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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 Vizio
Vizio is an American company. While they initially gained recognition for offering budget-friendly TVs, they have successfully expanded their product lineup to include high-end options as well. They manufacture TVs primarily in Mexico, China, and Vietnam. Similar to many Korean TV brands, Vizio developed its own smart TV software called SmartCast. In the past, SmartCast was not the best smart TV software, but it has evolved so that it is now good for using your TV and connecting to streaming services.
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