If you're looking for a more affordable option, the Hisense U7H performs well in a bright room and offers a respectable picture quality. However, it is not the best for viewing sports due to lower performance in handling fast movements.
On the other hand, if you are prepared to invest more, the Samsung QN85B excels in bright environments and has better motion handling, which is beneficial for watching sports and using it as a monitor. The Samsung model also has slightly better viewing angles and reflection handling, making it a good fit for a room with multiple seating positions and lots of light. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense U7H (LCD)
The Hisense U7H (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Samsung QN85B (LCD).
Advantages of the Samsung QN85B (LCD)
Excellent for bright room
Very good for gaming
Good for sports
Very good for cartoons & animation
Very good for use as monitor
Very good motion processing
Good viewing angle
Very good reflections
Key differences
Sports
6.0/10
7.1/10
3.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
8.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Samsung QN85B (LCD) is good for sports, while the Hisense U7H (LCD) is only fair.
The Samsung QN85B is better for watching sports as it has a significantly better response time and motion processing than the Hisense U7H, reducing motion blur, and its superior reflections handling and wider viewing angles make it more suitable for viewing with friends in bright rooms or from different positions. The Hisense U7H may struggle with motion clarity during fast-paced games and could present visibility issues due to reflections and limited viewing angles, which are less of an issue with the Samsung QN85B.
Gaming
7.7/10
8.2/10
5.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.0/10
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
3.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.0/10
75.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
8.0/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
The Samsung QN85B (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Hisense U7H (LCD) is good.
The Samsung QN85B is considered very good for gaming because it has the best possible input lag performance and very good response time, which are crucial for a smooth gaming experience. Whereas, the Hisense U7H, while still good for gaming, has lower performance with only good input lag and response time, indicating a slightly less responsive gaming experience.
Bright Room
7.7/10
9.2/10
5.4/10
VIEWING ANGLE
7.5/10
8.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
7.5/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
6.6/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.9/10
The Samsung QN85B (LCD) is excellent for bright room, while the Hisense U7H (LCD) is good.
The Samsung QN85B outshines the Hisense U7H in bright room conditions primarily because it has higher SDR and HDR brightness, which combats glare more effectively, and it handles reflections better, thus maintaining picture clarity even in well-lit environments. Although the Hisense U7H has a higher contrast ratio, which benefits dark room viewing, the Samsung's superior brightness and reflection handling make it a better choice for bright rooms, despite its lower contrast ratio, which may affect deep black levels.
Cost
$1,498
$2,398
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Hisense U7H (LCD) has a price of $1,498 and the Samsung QN85B (LCD) costs $2,398.
The Hisense U7H (LCD) and Samsung QN85B (LCD) both have good picture quality.
Movies & TV
7.4/10
7.3/10
7.50/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
5.7/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
5.7/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Hisense U7H (LCD) and Samsung QN85B (LCD) are both good for movies & TV.
Cartoons & Animation
7.9/10
8.0/10
7.7/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.2/10
8.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.5/10
8.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
6.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.9/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.2/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Samsung QN85B (LCD) to be very good for cartoons & animation, while the Hisense U7H (LCD) is good.
The Hisense U7H is appreciated for displaying cartoons and animation due to its fair colors out of the box and good color gamut which are essential for vibrant and varied hues. The Samsung QN85B, on the other hand, has a higher performance with very good out-of-the-box colors and a similar color gamut, providing an enhanced and richer viewing experience for animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.1/10
8.2/10
8.7/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.3/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
7.5/10
The Samsung QN85B (LCD) and Hisense U7H (LCD) are both very good for news, talk, & other TV.
The Hisense U7H and Samsung QN85B deliver very good upscaling of lower-resolution content and bright SDR image quality for viewing news and talk shows, factors particularly important for these types of programs. Both TVs offer solid colors right out of the box, meaning less need for adjustments, and exhibit good color gamut and local dimming, which enhance overall picture quality, although the Samsung has slightly better viewing angles and reflections handling.
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How the Hisense U7H (LCD) and the Samsung QN85B (LCD) compare to other TVs
"We loved the Hisense U7H. It was able to deliver an excellent all-around image quality in its price range. The TV excels at controlling its backlighting in a way that ensures you’ll never experience blooming to a level of being distracting, something that I was a little surprised to see given the lack of Mini LED. The TV doesn’t just get decently bright it offers relatively accurate color reproduction for a TV in this price range. The TV is being billed excellent for gaming."
"Particularly key to this is the fact that black levels are unusually good, on a level we haven’t seen from any IPS TV before. Build quality is impressive too, with a gleaming silver metallic frame and stand, and enough heft to suggest plenty of quality innards. High dynamic range content jumps off the screen with enough luminosity and intensity to really sell what makes HDR special."
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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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