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onn 55" 4K Roku Smart TV vs Hisense QD5 55" QLED Roku TV

Buy the Hisense QD5 if picture quality matters to you. Its QLED panel with HDR support produces deeper color and better contrast than the onn's plain LED screen, and both run the same Roku platform at 60Hz. The onn is the simpler, no-frills pick with three HDMI inputs and a full port set, but owners and reviewers consistently rate budget onn sets below name-brand panels on brightness and color. For a main living-room TV, the Hisense is the better set; for a spare room or a first TV, the onn does the job.

  • Choose the onn 55" Roku TV if you want a basic 4K Roku set for a bedroom, guest room or garage and don't care about HDR or wide color.
  • Choose the Hisense QD5 if this is your main TV and you want a brighter, more colorful QLED picture with HDR for movies and sports.

Prices

  • onn 55" 4K Roku Smart TV: $284.89 at eBay (last seen Nov 10)
  • Hisense QD5 55" QLED Roku TV: $199.99 at Best Buy (last seen Nov 10)
  • Difference: the Hisense QD5 55" QLED Roku TV is $84.90 cheaper than the onn 55" 4K Roku Smart TV at the latest prices (Nov 10)
onn
onn 55” Class 4K UHD Roku Smart Television

onn 55" 4K Roku Smart TV

onn 55” Class 4K UHD Roku Smart Television

$284.89at eBayChecked 13 h ago
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Pros
  • Three HDMI inputs cover a console, streaming stick and cable box
  • Full port set includes optical, composite and LAN
  • Roku interface is simple and well organized
  • Straightforward 4K set for secondary rooms
Cons
  • Plain LED panel with no stated HDR
  • Weaker color and contrast than QLED rivals
  • Store-brand build draws mixed long-term owner reports
Hisense
Hisense 55" QD5 Hi-QLED Series 4K UHD Smart Roku TV

Hisense QD5 55" QLED Roku TV

Hisense 55" QD5 Hi-QLED Series 4K UHD Smart Roku TV

4.3(7 ratings)
$199.99at Best BuyChecked 14 h ago
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Pros
  • QLED panel gives richer color and better contrast
  • HDR support improves movie and sports viewing
  • Same easy Roku platform as the onn
  • Name-brand panel with a stronger picture reputation
Cons
  • Port count not spelled out, so check before buying
  • 60Hz only, like the onn, so no high-frame-rate gaming
  • QLED gains are modest in a bright room without good HDR content

What separates them

onn 55" 4K Roku Smart TVHisense QD5 55" QLED Roku TV
Panel technologyStandard LED backlightQLED (quantum dot) panel
HDR supportNot specifiedYes, HDR supported
Color and contrastBasic LED color, weaker blacksWider color gamut and better contrast from QD layer
Smart platformRoku Smart TVRoku
Refresh rate60Hz60Hz
HDMI inputs3 HDMINot specified in listing
Other portsUSB, composite, optical, coaxial, LANNot specified in listing
Brand track recordStore brand, mixed owner feedback on durabilityEstablished TV maker, stronger panel reputation

Price history

$199.99$167.00
Nov 9Nov 11
  • onn 55" 4K Roku Smart TV: lowest $167.00 on Nov 11 at Walmart.
  • Hisense QD5 55" QLED Roku TV: lowest $199.99 on Nov 9 at Best Buy; $199.99 on Nov 11.

Prices at every store

onn 55" 4K Roku Smart TV

  • eBayNew

    In stock

    $284.89+ $53.00 shippingChecked 13 h ago
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  • eBayPre-owned

    Availability unknownSold by abdelshehata

    $24.00Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • eBayRefurbished

    Availability unknownSold by vipoutlet (97.2% positive, 1,000,000 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.

    $149.00Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • eBayNew

    Availability unknownSold by ny1124 (0% positive, 8 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.

    $250.00+ $115.74 shippingChecked Nov 9
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Hisense QD5 55" QLED Roku TV

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    $199.99Free shippingChecked 14 h ago
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    $199.99Checked Nov 9
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  • DoorDashNew

    In stockSold by Best Buy US

    $379.99Checked Nov 9
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Specs compared

Speconn 55" 4K Roku Smart TVHisense QD5 55" QLED Roku TV
Screen size55” (54.6” actual diagonal)55 inches
Resolution4K (2160p)3840 x 2160
Refresh rate60hz60 Hz
Display technologyLED—
Smart TV platformRoku Smart TV—
VESA mount400 x 200 mm—
HDMI inputs3 HDMI—
USB ports1 USB—
Composite input1 composite—
Optical output1 optical—
Coaxial/cable input1 coaxial/cable—
LAN port1 LAN—
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Speconn 55" 4K Roku Smart TVHisense QD5 55" QLED Roku TV
Compatible BrandONN—
High Definition—Yes
HDTV Format—4K
Color—Black
Screen Form—Flat
Display Type—QLED
HDR—Yes
Supported Streaming Services—Roku
Width—31.5 in wide
Depth—4.5 in deep

What reviewers say

onn 55" 4K Roku Smart TV

Owners generally describe it as a solid value for streaming, with an easy Roku setup and a big 4K picture. Complaints center on brightness, HDR and sound quality rather than the software.

What people mention
  • Picture qualityMixedOwners say the 4K image looks good in darker rooms but washes out in bright light.
  • HDRCriticisedReviewers note HDR content looks flat because peak brightness is limited.
  • SoundCriticisedBuilt-in speakers are described as thin, so many buyers add a soundbar.
  • SetupPraisedRoku setup and app sign-in are reported as quick and straightforward.

Hisense QD5 55" QLED Roku TV

Owners generally rate the QD5 well for picture quality at its tier, calling the colors vivid and Roku easy to use. Complaints center on average sound, so-so motion handling and black levels that look gray in dark scenes.

What people mention
  • Picture colorPraisedOwners say colors look rich and saturated, well beyond plain LED sets.
  • SoundCriticisedReviewers call the built-in speakers thin and recommend a soundbar.
  • MotionCriticisedFast action and sports show blur because the panel tops out at 60 Hz.
  • Black levelsMixedDark scenes look grayish to some owners, especially in dim rooms.

Questions and answers

Which has the better picture?
The Hisense QD5. Its QLED panel with HDR produces deeper color and better contrast than the onn's standard LED screen. The gap shows most in dark scenes and colorful content.
Do both use Roku?
Yes. Both run the Roku smart TV platform, so the interface, app store and remote experience are essentially the same. The difference is the panel behind the screen.
Is the Hisense worth stepping up to?
For a main TV, yes. The QLED panel and HDR are real picture upgrades over the onn. For a bedroom or spare room, the onn is enough.
Which is better for gaming?
Both are 60Hz sets, so neither suits high-frame-rate console gaming. The onn lists three HDMI inputs, which helps if you keep several devices connected.
Which lasts longer?
Neither maker publishes a lifespan figure. Hisense has the stronger reputation for panel quality; onn owners report more mixed long-term results. A warranty and careful handling matter more than brand here.
Does the onn have more ports?
Yes, as listed. The onn spells out three HDMI, one USB, composite, optical, coaxial and LAN. The Hisense listing doesn't detail its ports, so confirm before you buy.

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