Hisense U8QG vs TCL 65-Inch QM6K Mini-LED…
The Hisense U8QG is the brighter, faster, more feature-loaded TV, and at $676.59 at JTF Corp as of November 3 it costs only about $79 more than the TCL QM6K at $598.00 at Amazon. Buy the Hisense for a bright room, big HDR movies, or 165Hz gaming. Buy the TCL if you want to save money and prefer a matte screen that kills reflections.
Today the TCL 65-Inch QM6K Mini-LED… costs $78.59 less at its best price.
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Hisense U8QG
Choose the Hisense U8QG if you watch in a bright room, want Dolby Vision and HDR10+, or game at high refresh rates.
- Very high brightness for bright rooms
- 5,600 dimming zones give strong contrast
- 165Hz panel with FreeSync Premium Pro and Game Booster 288
- Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and Dolby Atmos support
- Three HDMI 2.1 ports and a USB-C port
What separates them
| Hisense U8QG | TCL 65-Inch QM6K Mini-LED… | |
|---|---|---|
| Peak brightness | Up to 5,000 nits | Not specified; standard Mini-LED range |
| Local dimming zones | 5,600 zones | Up to 500 zones |
| Native refresh rate | 165Hz | 144Hz |
| HDR formats | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision and HDR10+ not listed; Dolby Atmos and DTS Virtual:X audio |
| HDMI 2.1 ports | 3 | Not specified |
| Screen finish | Anti-Reflection Pro coating | Matte finish |
| Audio | 4.1.2 channel, 72W on 65-inch, built-in subwoofer | ONKYO system with built-in subwoofer |
Price history
- Hisense U8QG: lowest $631.86 on Oct 30 at JTF Corp; $676.59 on Nov 3.
- TCL 65-Inch QM6K Mini-LED…: lowest $598.00 on Nov 2 at Amazon; $598.00 on Nov 3.
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Hisense U8QG
- JTF CorpNew
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$676.59+ $40.60 shippingObserved at 6:46 AM - AmazonNew
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TCL 65-Inch QM6K Mini-LED…
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$598.00Free shippingObserved at 8:00 AM
Specs compared
| Spec | Hisense U8QG | TCL 65-Inch QM6K Mini-LED… |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Hi-View Engine Pro processor | AIPQ PRO Processor |
| Audio system | 4.1.2-channel | ONKYO speaker system with a built-in subwoofer |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 4K Ultra HD |
| Screen Size | 55 inches | 55" |
| Screen resolution | 3,840 x 2,160p | — |
| Refresh rate | 165Hz | — |
| HDR formats | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, & HLG | — |
| Smart TV software | Google TV | — |
| HDMI ports | 3x HDMI 2.1 | — |
| USB-C port | 1x USB-C | — |
What reviewers say
Hisense U8QG
Reviewers call the U8QG one of the brightest TVs they have tested, with strong contrast and saturated colors. They also rate its picture and sound for bright rooms, though some note the price and the lack of G-Sync.
- Extremely high brightness
- Excellent contrast
- Well-saturated colors
- Strong sound for a TV
- Expensive at full price
- Slight blooming from the Mini-LED backlight
- No G-Sync support
TCL 65-Inch QM6K Mini-LED…
Owners and reviewers describe vivid QLED color, deep blacks and a matte screen that keeps glare down. They also call the set well built and feature rich for its price.
- Rich, vivid colors
Questions and answers
- Which is better for a bright living room?
- The Hisense U8QG. Its 5,000-nit peak brightness and anti-reflection coating hold up better against window light and lamps.
- Is the Hisense worth the extra $79?
- For most buyers, yes. You get about 11 times the dimming zones, a 165Hz panel, three HDMI 2.1 ports and Dolby Vision for $676.59 versus $598.00.
- Which is better for gaming?
- The Hisense U8QG. It has a native 165Hz panel, FreeSync Premium Pro, ALLM and three HDMI 2.1 ports. The TCL tops out at 144Hz native.
- Which handles glare better?
- The TCL QM6K's matte finish scatters reflections well. The Hisense uses an anti-reflection coating but is far brighter, which helps in bright rooms.
- Which has better sound built in?
- The Hisense U8QG has a 4.1.2-channel system rated 72W on the 65-inch, with a subwoofer and Dolby Atmos. The TCL uses an ONKYO system with a subwoofer and DTS Virtual:X.
- Do both run Google TV?
- Yes. Both use Google TV as the smart platform, so apps and the interface are similar.
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