Discover the special "Art" mode. Thanks to the "Art" mode, sharing unique memories captured in photos has become even easier. Connect your device using a USB cable or upload photos directly from your phone. Enjoy your favourite images in high quality on the big screen.
Hi-Matte screen. With Hi-Matte technology, the image on the screen is clear and vibrant, regardless of ambient light. Watching artwork is even more immersive, thanks to the 4K high-resolution screen that conveys the depth and texture of the original canvases.
Colors in impressive 4K resolution. Combining 4K resolution with Quantum Dot Color technology delivers billions of shades and intensely vibrant colours. The result? Breathtaking image quality that transforms every frame into a work of art.
Perfect image by day and night. The RGB light sensor automatically and in real-time adjusts the picture to the ambient conditions, taking into account the prevailing lighting. Colour temperature and brightness are precisely regulated to ensure realistic and impressive experiences—ideal at any time of day or night.
Art activated by motion sensor. With the motion sensor, the Hisense Canvas TV intelligently transforms your space into a gallery, displaying images and photos only when you are nearby.
*The motion sensor is active in Art Mode and operates depending on lighting conditions.
Graphics in dynamic style. The TV offers a gaming mode with a refresh rate of 144 Hz PR, meaning no more issues with graphics, blurred details, or annoying delays! With ALLM, VRR, and MEMC technologies, you can enjoy extremely smooth visuals and a refresh rate of 144 Hz, allowing you to immerse yourself even further in the virtual world.
Perfectly flush against the wall like a real painting. The UltraSlim mount ensures that the TV sits closely against the wall, saving space and giving the screen the appearance of a sleek artwork. It's lightweight and easy to install, making setup quick and enjoyable.
* Dedicated mount included with TV
Teak wood coloured TV frame. The Hisense Canvas TV comes with 1 magnetic frame in teak wood colour, which can be easily applied over the standard black frame to personalise the look of your TV.
Discover sound in an artistic rendition. The Hisense Canvas TV features immersive, multidimensional 2.0.2 surround sound that fills the entire room, keeping you at the centre of the action whether you're watching a movie, gaming, or listening to music.
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- HDR effect quality
- Factory color reproduction
- Color reproduction after calibration
- Smoothness of tonal transitions
- Image scaling and smoothness of tonal transitions
- Blur and motion smoothness
- Console compatibility and gaming features
- Input lag
- Compatibility with PC
- Viewing angles
- TV efficiency during daytime
- Details about the matrix
- TV features
- Playing files from USB
- Apps
- Sound
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Panel type: LCD VA Brand: HISENSE Resolution: 3840x2160 System: VIDAA Model year: 2024
Our verdict
6.7
Overall rating
Hisense S7NQ Canvas TV is a very interesting option, especially for those who are looking for something in the style of a picture-TV but don't want to spend a fortune. At first glance, it stands out primarily because the gallery mode with artwork is completely free – there’s no subscription fee, unlike Samsung's The Frame. Moreover, the box includes a light brown frame right away, which will be an extra bonus and saving for many people. Although it is primarily a TV for displaying art, it surprisingly performs quite well in other applications as well. The 144 Hz panel, full HDMI 2.1, support for VRR and ALLM – all of this makes gaming on consoles entirely possible and quite enjoyable. The Vidaa system runs smoothly, and we find all the most important apps and features here, such as AirPlay, USB recording, or screen mirroring from your phone. But there are also things that fall a bit short. First and foremost – the actual images. Compared to The Frame from Samsung, they simply look more digital here. There's a lack of that depth, paint texture, and subtle details that really impress with the competitor. Even though at first glance we’re dealing with a similar, matte panel, in practice, it performs much worse at suppressing reflections. Colours and blacks fade much quicker, especially in a bright room. This could also be the effect of lower brightness – Hisense is simply darker than its Korean rival. Additionally, there are some minor software flaws – e.g., the lack of displaying external subtitles despite the option to configure them, or the not entirely effective image smoothing function with lower quality materials. In short: the S7NQ is a good TV in the form of a "picture" that can be a great alternative for those who don’t mind the lower quality of displayed artworks but value the absence of subscription fees, an extra frame in the package, and the full functionality of a typical TV. It's not an ideal product, but a reasonable compromise for Samsung The Frame.
Advantages
Free gallery without subscription
Frame included
Great for gamers (144 Hz, HDMI 2.1, VRR, ALLM, Game Bar)
Supports Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HDR10+
Decent native contrast (VA Panel)
Works well with PC (chroma 4:4:4)
Fast Vidaa System
Straightforward connection to home theatres: Supports Dolby and DTS codecs
Disadvantages
Worse image quality in gallery mode than in Samsung The Frame
Colours and blacks fade significantly in bright environments
Missing HGiG mode (for gamers)
Software issues - external subtitles do not display in films
Movies and series in UHD quality6.6
Classic TV, YouTube6.2
Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)6.1
Gaming on console7.5
TV as a computer monitor7.0
Watching in bright light5.4
Utility functions9.1
Apps8.6
Sound quality6.3
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HDMI inputs: 2 x HDMI 2.0, 2 x HDMI 2.1 (48Gbps) Outputs: Toslink (Optical audio), eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI) Network Interfaces: Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi 5GHz, Ethernet (LAN) 100Mbps
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Contrast and black detail
5.6/10
Local dimming function: No
Contrast between the black background and the bright spotlight illuminating Jack. Scene from the movie Oblivion (Universal Pictures).
Result
3,400:1
Contrast between the glare on the chameleon's skin and the black near the edge of the screen below. Scene from the Spears&Munsil test disc.
Result
4,200:1
Contrast between the reflection on the helmet and the black on the black film strip. Scene from the movie Arrival (Paramount Pictures).
Result
5,200:1
Contrast between the actress's face and the black film strip at the top edge of the TV. Scene from the movie Gravity (Warner Bros. Pictures).
Result
5,050:1
Contrast between the colorful balloon and the black slice between the falling objects. Scene from the Pioneer Kuro test disc (2008).
Result
3,650:1
Visibility of details in the lights:
The Hisense S7NQ CanvasTV is a television equipped with a VA panel, which on its own provides decent contrast. Our test patterns confirm this – an average score of around 4000:1. It may not be an outstanding value, but for this class of device, it's quite decent. Perhaps the result would be significantly better if the television was equipped with local dimming technology; however, this model sadly lacks that feature. As a result, blacks in a completely dark room resemble shades of navy blue or grey more than true black. This situation causes a slightly noticeable clouding effect. Overall, it's okay, but without any real excitement.
Halo effect and black detail visibility:
HDR effect quality
5.6/10
Supported formats: HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Dolby Vision IQ, HLG Color gamut coverage: DCI P3: 94.0%, Bt.2020: 72.0%
Luminance measurements in HDR:
The measured point is the setting sun against a bright sky. Scene from the movie Life of Pi (20th Century Fox).
Result
455 nit
The measured point is the moon against a dark, starry sky. Scene from the movie Life of Pi (20th Century Fox).
Result
414 nit
The measured point is the flashlight on the rifle, which shines directly at the camera. Scene from the movie Gemini Man (Paramount Pictures).
Result
438 nit
The measured point is the tail light of a helicopter flying at night. This is a very small light point, the essence of the HDR effect. Scene from the movie Sicario 2: Soldado (Lionsgate).
Result
451 nit
The measured point is the sun visible directly between the clouds. The scene is very bright and should blind the viewer as in nature. Scene from the movie The Meg (Warner Bros. Pictures).
Result
470 nit
When it comes to the brightness of the television and how it handles bright elements while watching films, it's just average – similar to the contrast. The average brightness level of the Hisense S7NQ is around 500 nits. This is a value that allows you to feel the hints of true HDR, but it's definitely not enough to speak of remarkable effects. However, the television should be praised for its colour gamut coverage – films look very colourful and vibrant. Thanks to the use of a PFS LED (QLED) coating, the device is able to cover more than 90% of the DCI-P3 colour gamut and over 72% of the wider BT.2020 palette. For a television of this class – these are really very good results.
Scene from the movie “Pan” (about 2800 nits)
Scene from the movie “Billy Lynn” (about 1100 nits)
Okay, let’s see how the TV performs in two movie scenarios. The first scene we tested is from the film Mr in the version mastered at around 3000 nits – this format is most commonly found on Blu-ray discs, so it rarely reaches the average user, but it's still worth discussing how the TV behaves in such conditions. And here we have to be honest – it's quite poor. The colours look dull and desaturated, and the brightest elements, such as the sunset during the take-off scene, merge into one bright spot. Perhaps the effect would be better if the TV had a well-implemented dynamic tone mapping feature, but unfortunately, it works quite poorly, so we do not recommend turning it on.
The Hisense S7NQ performed much better in more everyday conditions, such as with the film Billy Lynn. This kind of material resembles most of the productions available on streaming platforms. And although one could nitpick about the look of black (due to the lack of local dimming) or slight deviations in skin tones, the overall impression is really decent.
HDR luminance chart:
The way a film is displayed largely depends on the HDR format hitting the television. In the case of this Hisense model, there's no need to worry about missing out – we have support for HDR10, HDR10+, and Dolby Vision. However, it's important to remember that depending on the type of material, the effect can be completely different. And that’s exactly the case here – dynamic metadata, namely Dolby Vision, definitely works in favour of the S7NQ. Despite its average brightness, the television in this format can showcase quite a bit of detail.
Unfortunately, we can't say the same about the standard HDR10 mode. In the scene we tested – apart from the horses in the foreground – there are practically no details visible in the background of the forest or in the texture of the grass on the snow-covered clearing. Fortunately, such a situation is rather rare for this model, as – as we mentioned – it supports practically every popular format of dynamic metadata, and films in these formats are available on most streaming platforms.
Static HDR10
Dynamic: Dolby Vision
Factory color reproduction
7.2/10
Let's check how the Hisense S7NQ CanvasTV performs in terms of colour reproduction in its best factory mode, which is Filmmaker. Right from the start, it’s clear that it’s definitely better than in dynamic or standard mode, but there are still a few things to nitpick. In terms of image quality from HD signals, the colours are slightly skewed – there’s a dominance of cooler blue tones and a lack of red. This makes the image seem a bit too cool.
A similar effect is noticeable in 4K content, but it’s more pronounced there. The excessive exposure of blue tones and lack of red makes the image appear distinctly cold. However, the biggest issue with this TV isn’t the colours themselves but the way brightness is managed. The unit we tested slightly increased brightness compared to the reference value. The result of this is indeed better visibility of details, but at the cost of significantly lighter blacks – which makes the entire image seem more "flat."
A similar phenomenon was observed in the 4K signal – the slightly inflated curve at the beginning of the EOTF graph indicates that the TV has a tendency to overexpose certain scenes. Fortunately, this effect can be improved through professional calibration, which we will discuss in the next point.
Color reproduction after calibration
8.3/10
The results we achieved after calibrating the Hisense S7NQ are really very good. Thanks to the calibration, we managed to eliminate excessive blue tone exposure and deficiencies in red with HD signals. A similar, albeit slightly weaker effect was also achieved with 4K HDR content. Brightness management in HD materials has also improved – the television no longer struggles with brightening the image "overall".
However, there are things that cannot be circumvented. The character of the EOTF curve has hardly changed, and the lack of local dimming means that the smallest elements on the screen will always be slightly overexposed. You just have to come to terms with this when choosing a television with a similar type of backlighting. Nevertheless, the final effect is very good and should fully satisfy the vast majority of users.
Smoothness of tonal transitions
9.2/10
The fluidity of tonal transitions is one of those categories that even less advanced users can notice. If someone doesn’t know what this means – we’ll explain. It’s about whether the colours blend smoothly into each other or if their “sticking” is visible in the form of distinct bands. Good tonal transitions are those that are natural and smooth, without significant jumps in colour.
The Hisense S7NQ performs very well in this area, although it must be honestly admitted that it falls slightly short compared to Samsung The Frame. In very bright scenes, slight imperfections can be noticed, but you really need a trained eye to catch them. Overall – as with most “frame” style televisions – it still performs excellently.
Image scaling and smoothness of tonal transitions
5.5/10
Smooth transition function
Image without overscan on the SD signal
Equally important is how the television handles tonal transitions with a poorer signal – for example, in older films, on television, or on YouTube. Unfortunately, despite the presence of the “Smooth and Gradient Picture” feature, which was supposedly meant to improve this aspect, its functionality is really poor. It’s barely noticeable that it has any real impact on the visibility of colour transitions.
The image scaling is also disappointing. Yes, you can see that the television is trying to “pull up” the quality, but the end result is far from ideal. The image often appears slightly jagged, which is particularly noticeable in the example of tree branches in the background. Additionally, the Hisense S7NQ has a clear tendency to crop the image at lower resolutions, which could result in missing subtitles in the news or finer details in the image.
Blur and motion smoothness
6.5/10
Maximum refresh rate of the panel: 144Hz
Film motion smoothing option: Yes
Blur reduction option: Yes
BFI function 60Hz: No
BFI function 120Hz: No
Brightness drop with BFI: 0%
When it comes to motion fluidity, the television performs really well. Although the S7NQ was primarily designed for displaying static elements – such as images – the manufacturer has used a panel with a refresh rate of 144 Hz. As a result, sports or games look really good on it.
For content that is not recorded at a high frame rate, the manufacturer has provided two features that allow you to adjust the picture to your own preferences. “Motion blur reduction” and “blur” operate on a 10-point scale, enabling a choice between a more cinematic image – with characteristic frame jumps – and a smooth effect reminiscent of a “soap opera.” How to set this up? That’s a personal choice – we leave the decision to you.
Blur (native resolution, maximum refresh rate):
When it comes to motion blur, the television performs quite well. Granted, in our test with the little green man, there is some mild blur, especially on darker backgrounds, but it’s nothing tragic. Considering the type of panel and the class of the device – it’s all good.
Console compatibility and gaming features
8.5/10
- ALLM:
Yes
- VRR:
Yes
- VRR range:
48 - 144Hz
- Dolby Vision Game Mode:
Yes
- Correct implementation of HGIG:
No
- 1080p@120Hz:
Yes
- 1440p@120Hz:
Yes
- 4K@120Hz:
Yes
- Game bar:
Yes
Even though the S7NQ is an "image" type television, you can actually play games on it. Really. It has practically everything (except for HGiG mode) that a modern gaming television needs. The 144 Hz panel and two full HDMI 2.1 ports allow for seamless connection of two consoles, such as the PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X/S.
The television supports Automatic Low Latency Mode (ALLM) and Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) without any stutters or issues. It also handles high frame rates at lower resolutions without any trouble. A shoutout to Hisense for the very attractive Game Bar – it displays all available image options, and additionally, we have the ability to enlarge the minimap or turn on the crosshair (because sometimes someone might actually want to "aim" 😉).
The only missing element – as we mentioned earlier – is the lack of proper implementation of HGiG mode. This is the feature responsible for automatically setting the image in games as the developers intended. It’s a shame because it's the only thing that separates the Hisense S7NQ from being a full-fledged gaming "monster".
Input lag
8.7/10
Input lag in the Hisense S7NQ performs well, though it can't be said to be exceptional – especially for the standards of 2024/25. Values around 30–20 ms aren't very high and the average player likely won't notice it, but those who spend a lot of time gaming may feel a bit of discomfort.
The situation looks significantly better when playing in Dolby Vision mode – then the lag is lower and the gameplay feels more enjoyable. The problem is that there are still very few games supporting this mode and they are mainly available on the Xbox console.
| SDR | HDR | Dolby Vision |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p60: 30 ms | 2160p60: 28 ms | 2160p60 DV: 18 ms |
| 1080p120: 21 ms | 2160p120: 20 ms | 2160p120 DV: 10 ms |
| 2160p60: 30 ms | ||
| 2160p120: 23 ms |
Compatibility with PC
7/10
Chroma 444 (maximum resolution and refresh rate): Yes
Font clarity: Good
Readability of dark text and shapes: Good
Input lag in PC mode (4K, maximum refresh rate): 23ms
Matrix subpixel arrangement: BGR
Max refresh rate: 144Hz
G-Sync: Yes
When it comes to working with a computer, the S7NQ Canvas TV performs really well. Gaming on it is smooth thanks to the presence of a 144 Hz panel and support for G-Sync with Nvidia cards. Input lag – as we mentioned earlier – is good, though not exceptional.
And how about productivity? It’s doable. The TV has a proper implementation of chroma 4:4:4, so fonts look quite sharp. You might nitpick about some minor issues with the thinnest letters on a dark background, but let’s be honest – rarely does anyone sit a metre away from a 55-inch screen reading small text.
Viewing angles
3.4/10
Brightness drop at an angle of 45 degrees: 68%
Viewing angles here are typical for a VA panel. The S7NQ loses quite a bit when viewed from about a 45-degree angle – colours wash out and brightness noticeably decreases. It's a shame, as after all, it's a television that's meant to display works of art – it would be nice to be able to look at them from different spots in the room, not just straight on.
TV efficiency during daytime
5.4/10
Matrix coating: Matte
Reflection suppression: Good
Black levels during daytime: Poor
Hisense S7NQ Canvas TV is equipped with a matte screen that effectively reduces reflections – quite similar to its Chinese rival, TCL A300 NXTVision. Unfortunately, both constructions fall short in this category compared to Samsung's The Frame, which offers a significantly better anti-reflective coating. In the case of the Chinese models, including the S7NQ, colours fade considerably under light, and black levels perform poorly in such conditions. The brightness of the television reaches about 500 nits – which is quite a decent value for a matte screen, but still lower than that of the aforementioned The Frame. Generally, if someone prefers matte displays, then... it looks like it looks – Samsung simply did it better.
Matrix brightness
Average luminance SDR
Hisense S7NQ CanvasTV: 497 cd/m2
Details about the matrix
Software version during testing: V0000.08.50P.O0819
Panel uniformity:
Backlight Type: PFS LED
TV features
9.1/10
System operacyjny: VIDAA
TV reception: DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-S, DVB-S2, DVB-C
- Recording to USB (terrestrial TV):
Yes
- Recording programming:
Yes
- Picture in Picture (PiP):
No
- Screen mirroring (Windows Miracast):
Yes
- AirPlay:
Yes
- Voice search in native language:
Yes
- Ability to connect a keyboard and mouse:
Yes
- Possibility to connect Bluetooth headphones to the TV:
Yes
- Possibility to simultaneously use Bluetooth headphones and the TV speaker:
No
- Audio only mode:
Yes
- RF remote control (no need to aim at the screen):
RF
- Backlit remote control:
Yes
- Teletext:
Yes
As the Hisense S7NQ is a dedicated television, we'll start the description a bit differently – from the most important aspect of this type of model, which is displaying works of art. Like all "art" televisions, it features a special mount that allows for the screen to be installed completely flat. The biggest advantage over the Korean Samsung The Frame is the fact that despite fewer artworks available in gallery mode, all of them are completely free – there’s no subscription fee required. An additional bonus that comes with the S7NQ is the light brown frame. This is a significant plus, especially if someone was already planning to choose that colour – you can save a bit of money on both the frame and the subscription.
However, when it comes to the quality of the displayed images, it’s clear that Samsung The Frame significantly outperforms here. In the S7NQ, the images look more digital, whereas in The Frame, the Art Store mode offers true scans of artworks, showing even the texture of the paint or the brush strokes of the artist. And once again, we return to the old truth – for better quality, you simply have to pay.
Fortunately, the S7NQ is not just an "art piece", but also a normal television – and in this role, it performs really well. Like most Hisense models with the VIDAA system, it offers many basic functions such as USB recording, screen mirroring, and AirPlay support. As for apps – the most popular streaming services are present here, and you can find their complete list below.
Playing files from USB
5.4/10
| Maximum photo resolution: | Supported photo formats: |
|---|---|
| 4 Mpix | JPEG |
| 6 Mpix | HEIC |
| 8 Mpix | PNG |
| 10 Mpix | GIF |
| 12 Mpix | WebP |
| 16 Mpix | TIFF |
| 20 Mpix | BMP |
| 24 Mpix | SVG |
| 28 Mpix | |
| 32 Mpix |
Hisense S7NQ has no trouble playing the vast majority of popular audio, photo, and video formats. So why is the rating in this category relatively low? Well, it's because of software issues. This is another Hisense television that didn't allow us to open external subtitles in movies. Regardless of whether we're talking about the .ass, .srt, .txt, or .sub format – the subtitles simply didn't appear.
The funniest (or rather the most frustrating) part about all this is that in the menu we can find options to change the font colour, size, and background… The problem is, the subtitles themselves are not visible at all.
Apps
8.6/10
Sound
6.3/10
6.3/10
Subjective sound quality
Dolby Digital Plus 7.1
Dolby True HD 7.1
Dolby Atmos in Dolby Digital Plus (JOC)
Dolby Atmos in Dolby True HD
DTS:X in DTS-HD MA
DTS-HD Master Audio
When it comes to sound, it presents itself... just like a television on the wall – rather flat. Despite the use of a 2.0.2 speaker setup with a total power of 36 W, we can't speak of any exceptional sound quality here. But as is often the case – buying even the simplest soundbar can dramatically change the situation.
On the plus side, it does support virtually all popular Dolby and DTS codecs. This means we can easily connect the television to a home theatre system without having to fiddle with settings or audio conversion.