ZDNET Backs Hisense U8QG at $1,000, Citing 55% Discount and Strong HDR
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Updated · ZDNet · Aug 19
ZDNET Backs Hisense U8QG at $1,000, Citing 55% Discount and Strong HDR
3 articles · Updated · ZDNet · Aug 19
Summary
Hisense’s 65-inch U8QG stands out as a high-value TV buy after discounts cut its $2,200 list price by up to 55%, putting many units near $1,000.
ZDNET said the set delivers arresting HDR brightness, deep blacks and strong ambient-light performance, making it especially compelling for mixed use across movies, sports and everyday viewing.
Gaming helped drive the recommendation: the Mini-LED/QLED model offers a 165Hz native refresh rate, VRR up to 288Hz, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and a new USB-C display input for PC players.
Trade-offs remain modest rather than deal-breaking, with only three HDMI ports, a thicker-than-premium design and some bass rattle at higher volumes.
The recommendation builds on ZDNET’s earlier lab testing, which named the Hisense U8 line its top HDR performer among seven flagship TVs.