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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Hisense U8K may be a better choice if gaming is a priority, as it performs better for gaming-related features. However, for sports content and in bright rooms, the Samsung Q80C would be more preferable. While both TVs are suitable for dark room viewing, the Hisense U8K has an edge. If you're looking for better sound and a slightly broader range of high dynamic range (HDR) support including Dolby Vision, the Hisense U8K also stands out. It also might cost somewhat less. On the other hand, if you're considering using the TV as a monitor, the Samsung Q80C has a marginally better performance. Overall, consider which aspects – gaming, sports watching, room brightness, sound quality, and HDR support – are most important to you when making your decision. 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
- Very good for news, talk, & other TV
- Excellent for cartoons & animation
- Very good reflections
Advantages of the Samsung Q80C (LCD)
- Very good motion processing
- Good viewing angle
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.7
7.0
8.21/10
CONTRAST
5.55/10
9.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
IPS
The Hisense U8K (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.5
6.1
8.21/10
CONTRAST
5.55/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
4.4/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
7.0/10
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 Q80C (LCD) is only fair.
The Hisense U8K excels in watching movies and cinematic TV due to its superior contrast, effective local dimming, and excellent black uniformity, which enhance the depth and detail in dark scenes. In contrast, the Samsung Q80C, while delivering good colors and wider viewing angles, falls short with lower contrast, weaker local dimming, and poorer black uniformity, potentially leading to less impressive dark scene performance.
Sports
6.3
6.8
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
7.0/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung Q80C (LCD) and Hisense U8K (LCD) are both only fair for sports, though the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Hisense U8K has a fair response time which might not be ideal for fast-moving sports scenes, while the Samsung Q80C has a good response time, offering smoother motion. However, the Q80C has poor handling of reflections, which could be a drawback in bright rooms, unlike the U8K that handles reflections very well.
Cartoons & Animation
9.1
7.2
8.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.3/10
9.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
8.6/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.5/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is excellent for cartoons & animation, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.6
7.2
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
7.0/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good.
The Hisense U8K is highly regarded for watching news and TV programs due to its superior upscaling and SDR brightness, providing clear images from any quality content and strong performance even in brighter environments. The Samsung Q80C, while still good, offers less impressive upscaling and SDR brightness, which means the Hisense U8K surpasses it in terms of clarity and visibility, especially in well-lit rooms.
Bright Room
9.7
7.2
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
7.7/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
9.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.3/10
8.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Samsung Q80C (LCD) is good.
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Key similarities
Gaming
8.6
8.1
6.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
7.8/10
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
90.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
60.0/100
9.2/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.1/10
The Hisense U8K (LCD) and Samsung Q80C (LCD) are both very good for gaming.
The Hisense U8K is noted for its fair response time and good input lag, which are critical for gaming performance, while the Samsung Q80C stands out with good response time and the best input lag, providing a slightly more responsive gaming experience.
Cost
$1,798
$1,798
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Hisense U8K (LCD) has a price of $1,798 and the Samsung Q80C (LCD) costs $1,798.
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How the Hisense U8K (LCD) and the Samsung Q80C (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Hisense U8K (LCD) | Samsung Q80C (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,798 | $1,798 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | Samsung | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 4, 2023 | May 4, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 85U8K | QN85Q80C | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 85" | 85" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Google TV | Tizen | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 8.3/10 | 7.3/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.7/10 | 7.3/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.5/10 | 6.2/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.3/10 | 6.9/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 43.1" x 74.8" x 2.8" | 42.6" x 74.5" x 1.9" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 45.7" x 74.8" | 45" x 74.5" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 108.9 lbs | Unknown | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 600 x 400 | 600 x 400 | |
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 | 5.7/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.1.2 | 2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 50 W | 40 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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