Hisense U6NQ

Available screen sizes: 50”55”65”75”

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Panel technology: LCD VA Brand: HISENSE Resolution: 3840x2160 Operating system: VIDAA Model year: 2024

Our verdict

6.6

Overall rating

Hisense U6NQ is a really interesting model from the Chinese manufacturer. It is the first MiniLED from the 2024 series and the only one with a 60 Hz refresh rate. Starting with picture quality, the MiniLED backlighting combined with a VA panel does its job – the contrast is good, and evening movie watching is a pleasure. The stable HDR effect, support for Dolby Vision and HDR10+, and solid colours make it handle most everyday tasks well. The Vidaa system operates smoothly – it's fast and intuitive, without any annoying stutters. It lacks a few popular apps like Spotify or Tidal, but most users will find what they need here, including the ability to record programs to a USB stick or external drive. And what about motion fluidity? It's quite decent. The option to choose between 4K at 60 Hz and Full HD at 120 Hz is a nice addition, especially if we're gaming on consoles that often don’t offer perfect 4K at 120 frames. Features such as VRR and ALLM further enhance the comfort of occasional gaming. However, there are some drawbacks. Motion blur issues are noticeable in dynamic scenes, and the absence of any function to reduce this effect doesn't help. In terms of picture quality, this TV places a very strong emphasis on brightness, which sometimes leads to situations where black takes on a slight blue tint in more challenging conditions. In short: Hisense U6NQ is a good choice for those looking for a TV that offers good picture quality and a user-friendly operating system. It's not without compromises, but for its price, it performs really solidly.

Advantages

  • Good contrast and black levels in its price range

  • Supports multiple HDR formats - Dolby Vision, HDR 10+

  • Accurate colour reproduction out of the box

  • Flexible refresh rate - 4K@60Hz or FullHD@120Hz

  • Decent for occasional gaming - low input lag, ALLM, VRR

  • USB recording from built-in tuners

Disadvantages

No like

  • Missing a few apps in the VIDAA system - Spotify or Tidal

  • Issues with smudging

  • Dimming algorithms work moderately

  • Movies and series in UHD quality

    6.6

  • Classic TV, YouTube

    6.5

  • Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)

    5.0

  • Gaming on console

    7.1

  • TV as a computer monitor

    6.0

  • Watching in bright light

    6.1

  • Utility functions

    9.0

  • Apps

    8.6

  • Sound quality

    6.3

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TV appearance

HDMI inputs: 3 x HDMI 2.0, 0 x HDMI 2.1 Other inputs: RCA (Chinch) Outputs: Toslink (Optical audio), eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI), Mini-Jack (Headphones) Network Interfaces: Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi 5GHz, Ethernet (LAN) 100Mbps

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Contrast and black detail

7/10

Local dimming function: Yes, number of zones: 160 (20 x 8)

Review Hisense U6NQ Contrast and black detail

Result

61,250:1

Review Hisense U6NQ Contrast and black detail

Result

13,650:1

Review Hisense U6NQ Contrast and black detail

Result

14,700:1

Review Hisense U6NQ Contrast and black detail

Result

11,150:1

Review Hisense U6NQ Contrast and black detail

Result

5,800:1

Visibility of details in the lights:

Review Hisense U6NQ Visibility of details in the lights

The tested 55-inch model is equipped with a VA panel, which provides deeper blacks compared to IPS/ADS panels. The use of this technology alone ensures that the contrast reaches a quite decent level. It’s also worth noting that the Hisense U6NQ, as a MiniLED television, features 160 local dimming zones in this version, which significantly improves the picture quality in many scenes. During tests, for instance in the film Oblivion, the television demonstrated good separation of the hologram lights, while the contrast remained at a satisfactory level. Unfortunately, in more demanding material, such as the Pioneer Kuro test pattern, a noticeable drop in quality was observed. In such scenes, the dimming zones did not function correctly, leading to a significant reduction in contrast. Similar issues occurred in scenes from the film Sicario 2, where the blooming effect was clearly visible, suggesting the television's difficulties with precise management of the backlight zones. Despite these drawbacks, the overall contrast level of the U6NQ can be considered solid, particularly in this price category. The television performs well in most standard scenes, and its capabilities in displaying blacks are better than those of models with other types of panels.

Halo effect and black detail visibility:

HDR effect quality

5.4/10

Supported formats: HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Dolby Vision IQ, HLG Color gamut coverage: DCI P3: 89.0%, Bt.2020: 71.0%

Luminance measurements in HDR:

Review Hisense U6NQ Brightness measurement

Result

443 nit

Review Hisense U6NQ Brightness measurement

Result

426 nit

Review Hisense U6NQ Brightness measurement

Result

505 nit

Review Hisense U6NQ Brightness measurement

Result

442 nit

Review Hisense U6NQ Brightness measurement

Result

448 nit

Hisense U6NQ offers a stable HDR effect, which is a rarity in TVs with local dimming. On most streaming platforms, in films and series recorded in 4K, the TV delivers consistent performance – in every tested scene, regardless of difficulty level, brightness is around 450 nits. This is a pleasant surprise, as many models in this class exhibit distinct differences – some scenes are well-lit, while others are heavily dimmed by dimming algorithms. However, the Hisense U6NQ prioritises maintaining higher brightness, which comes at the cost of blacks, as noted in the paragraph about the contrast test.

The HDR effect on the U6NQ is satisfying, offering a noticeable 'punch' of light in bright moments, although it's worth remembering the aforementioned blooming, which can be visible in challenging scenes. In terms of colour, the TV also performs adequately – the coverage of the DCI-P3 colour gamut is 89%, while BT.2020 is 71%. While these are not results that would impress more demanding users, for beginners in the world of high-quality materials, the U6NQ is a solid choice. As such, it presents an interesting option as an 'entry-level' TV for home cinema.

Scene from the movie “Pan” (about 2800 nits)

Review Hisense U6NQ Scene from movie PAN

Scene from the movie “Billy Lynn” (about 1100 nits)

Review Hisense U6NQ Scene from movie Billy Lynn

One of the key aspects of HDR quality testing is a television's ability to adapt to a variety of film materials, as each film is recorded in a different way and using different parameters. In our tests, we decided to check how the Hisense U6NQ copes with difficult and less demanding scenes. In a scene from the film Pan, which was mastered to an impressive brightness of 2800 nits, the television unfortunately performed averagely. The image seemed muted, and the colours were too pale, which resulted in a lack of depth and impressive light effects that can be seen in more advanced models. Although the lights in the distance were quite well separated, it failed to achieve a full immersive effect. In contrast, a scene from the film Billy Lynn, which is easier to reproduce (though still not easy), performed significantly better. The fireworks effect in the background was rendered decently, although we noticed a slight problem with the overexposure of the bright parts of the image. The dynamic tone mapping feature, which theoretically should improve such situations, in practice caused even greater brightness on the screen, negatively affecting the overall picture quality. For this reason, we recommend turning off this feature when using the Hisense U6NQ with HDR materials.

HDR luminance chart:

Hisense U6NQ supports a wide range of HDR formats, which is important for movie enthusiasts. On board, we find both static HDR10 and dynamic metadata Dolby Vision. However, it is worth noting that the way the image is presented significantly differs depending on the format used, even for the same film. During testing, we observed that in the case of static HDR10, the scene with horses did not showcase full details – the forest in the distance was almost invisible, and details such as blades of grass were not clear. Dolby Vision, on the other hand, proved to be a significant help for the television in rendering these demanding scenes. Thanks to dynamic metadata, the final effect was definitely more impressive – the background forest became visible, and the details of the grass added realism.

The television is also equipped with Dolby Vision IQ, which theoretically should automatically adjust the picture parameters to the ambient lighting, for example, brightening the screen in a bright room and dimming it in a dark one. Unfortunately, in practice, its performance leaves much to be desired. During testing, we noticed that the IQ mode was sometimes even darker than the standard Dolby Vision mode in bright surroundings. For this reason, we recommend turning off this feature and using the traditional Dolby Vision settings for better image quality.

Static HDR10

Review Hisense U6NQ Static HDR 10

Dynamic: Dolby Vision

Review Hisense U6NQ Dynamic HDR 10+

Factory color reproduction

8/10

Hisense U6NQ in Filmmaker mode offers really decent colour reproduction, although it's worth remembering that differences between individual units can be noticeable. The model we tested was pleasantly surprising, especially with HD content in SDR quality. The white balance was correct here, and errors in the range of 3–4 ΔE should be acceptable for the average viewer. The television performed slightly worse in reproducing colours with 4K HDR material. The dominance of blue tones led to unnatural cool shades on the Colour Checker chart, giving the image a "store" character. Combined with issues in brightness characteristics – gamma and EOTF curve caused some parts of the image to be too dark – the Filmmaker mode in this case loses some of its credibility. Although the factory settings of the tested unit deserve praise, particularly in SDR, there were still minor shortcomings that would require adjustments to fully utilise the television's capabilities.

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Color reproduction after calibration

8.3/10

Although the factory settings of the Filmmaker mode on Hisense U6NQ were quite good, we decided to undertake calibration to fully assess the capabilities of this model. Only after such a procedure can one see how the television performs under ideal conditions. In the case of SDR content, which was already at a high level, we managed to further improve the white balance. However, the biggest change came from adjusting the brightness characteristics – gamma was optimised and no longer causes excessive darkening of the image, which improves its naturalness.

For 4K HDR content, calibration also yielded positive results. We eliminated the issue of blue dominance, which resulted in a more balanced and natural image. However, managing brightness in HDR materials remains a more complicated issue. The EOTF curve, although it had problems with image darkening in the 10–30% brightness range under laboratory conditions, reveals other shortcomings in real scenes. The television tends to overly brighten the smallest elements on the screen. As a result, this leads to noticeable halo effects around bright objects. This phenomenon, which we mentioned earlier in the context of contrast and HDR, arises from the technological limitations of the model and is often difficult to eliminate.

In short: although the Filmmaker mode with factory settings performed decently, calibration allowed us to achieve an even better effect – minor adjustments resulted in a more balanced image, particularly in HDR content. For users seeking the highest quality picture, calibration will be a beneficial step.

Review Hisense U6NQ Color reproduction before calibration
Review Hisense U6NQ Color reproduction after calibration

Smoothness of tonal transitions

7.8/10

The fluidity of tonal transitions in Hisense U6NQ is at a very good level. In most scenes, there are no obvious issues with colour blending, which provides a pleasant and cohesive visual experience. However, a more discerning eye may notice minor imperfections in specific cases, such as the scene with the blue sky in Kingsman or the final scene with the red background. These subtle shortcomings are, however, so minor that they shouldn't affect the image perception for most users. Overall, the television performs very well in this category.

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Review Hisense U6NQ Smoothness of tonal transitions
Review Hisense U6NQ Smoothness of tonal transitions
Review Hisense U6NQ Smoothness of tonal transitions
Review Hisense U6NQ Smoothness of tonal transitions

Image scaling and smoothness of tonal transitions

5.6/10

No Smooth transition function

Review Hisense U6NQ Smooth transition function

OK Image without overscan on the SD signal

Review Hisense U6NQ Image without overscan on the SD signal

With high-quality materials like 4K, tonal transitions on U6NQ look really good – colours blend nicely and the image is consistent. Unfortunately, when we switch to lower resolution content, the television doesn’t offer any extra features that could improve this aspect. An example is the test with the light bulb, where it’s clearly visible that the television struggles with reproducing subtle tonal transitions.

On the other hand, digital processing performs quite well. The image looks lively, is pleasantly soft, and free from excessive artifacts. Moreover, thanks to the sharpness settings, it can be tailored to individual preferences – whether towards a softer or sharper image. Overall, while upscaling lower quality materials could be better, the television handles image processing well.

Blur and motion smoothness

3.4/10

Maximum refresh rate of the panel: 120Hz

Film motion smoothing option: Yes

Blur reduction option: No

BFI function 60Hz: No

BFI function 120Hz: No

Review Hisense U6NQ Blur and motion smoothness

Hisense U6NQ offers native refresh rates of 60 Hz at a 4K resolution, but the manufacturer has added a feature that allows for an increase in refresh rate to 120 Hz, at the cost of reducing the resolution to Full HD. This is a solution we have previously seen in TCL televisions, such as C655 or C655 PRO. This gives the user the option – higher motion fluidity or full resolution. This makes sense, especially considering that many new generation console games do not achieve full performance in 4K at 120 Hz.

When it comes to movies, the television is equipped with a motion smoother feature, which allows you to adjust the motion characteristics to your own preferences. This enables a more cinematic effect or increases fluidity in dynamic scenes. Overall, Hisense U6NQ offers sensible solutions in terms of motion fluidity that should satisfy both gamers and movie enthusiasts.

Blur (native resolution, maximum refresh rate):

Review Hisense U6NQ Blur (native resolution, maximum refresh rate)
Review Hisense U6NQ Blur (native resolution, maximum refresh rate)
Review Hisense U6NQ Blur (native resolution, maximum refresh rate)

Unfortunately, Hisense U6NQ does not have the option for motion blur reduction, and the response time of the panel leaves much to be desired. Motion blur effects are particularly noticeable in darker elements of the image, which can be problematic during dynamic scenes in movies or games. These issues make the television in this category rather average, which is worth considering when choosing a device if motion smoothness is an important criterion for us.

Console compatibility and gaming features

6.3/10

  • Yes ALLM: Yes
  • Yes VRR: Yes
  • Yes VRR range: 48 - 60Hz
  • Yes Dolby Vision Game Mode: Yes
  • No Correct implementation of HGIG: No
  • Yes 1080p@120Hz: Yes
  • No 1440p@120Hz: No
  • No 4K@120Hz: No
  • Yes Game bar: Yes
Review Hisense U6NQ Console compatibility and gaming features
Review Hisense U6NQ Console compatibility and gaming features

Hisense U6NQ gives the option to choose between 4K at 60 Hz and Full HD with 120 Hz refresh rate. This solution may appeal to gamers who want to decide what is more important to them – higher resolution or smoothness. The TV supports features like ALLM and VRR, which help in providing smoother gameplay. A nice addition is the GameBar – an easy-to-use panel that allows quick adjustments to picture settings and checking statistics. We also find the Dolby Vision Game mode here, which operates with low input lag, a big plus for console enthusiasts. Unfortunately, it lacks HGiG, which could further improve HDR quality in games. Nevertheless, the Hisense U6NQ performs quite well as a gaming TV, especially for those who play occasionally and do not require the highest refresh rate in 4K. It is a solid choice for less demanding users.

Review Hisense U6NQ Console compatibility and gaming features
Review Hisense U6NQ Console compatibility and gaming features

Input lag

9.9/10

The Hisense U6NQ TV offers a very low input lag of 14 ms, making it a good choice for gamers, especially those who prefer dynamic titles. It's also worth noting that the Dolby Vision mode in games works really well here. This is a pleasant surprise, as on many other TVs, this HDR mode performs only mediocrely.

SDR HDR Dolby Vision
1080p60: 14 ms 2160p60: 14 ms 2160p60 DV: 13 ms
1080p120: 9 ms
2160p60: 14 ms

Compatibility with PC

6/10

Chroma 444 (maximum resolution and refresh rate): Yes

Font clarity: Good

Readability of dark text and shapes: Very Good

Input lag in PC mode (4K, maximum refresh rate): 14ms

Matrix subpixel arrangement: BGR

Max refresh rate: 120Hz

G-Sync: Yes

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As a screen for working with a computer, Hisense U6NQ performs quite decently. The fonts are readable enough, so it's perfectly adequate for everyday writing or browsing the internet.

When it comes to gaming, the TV supports G-Sync, but only at 4K resolution at 60 Hz. Unfortunately, if someone was hoping for 120 Hz smoothness in 1080p with G-Sync enabled, they might be disappointed – this TV does not offer that. It's a bit of a shame, as it could have been a good option for gamers who prefer smoothness over resolution.

Viewing angles

3/10

Brightness drop at an angle of 45 degrees: 76%

The viewing angles on the Hisense U6NQ are average, which is typical for VA panels. Thanks to this technology, we gain better contrast and deeper blacks, but at the expense of image visibility at wider angles. It’s a classic compromise – in TVs with IPS panels, the situation is reversed, where the viewing angles are wider, but the contrast and blacks suffer in quality.

TV efficiency during daytime

6.1/10

Review Hisense U6NQ TV efficiency during daytime
Review Hisense U6NQ TV efficiency during daytime

Matrix coating: Satin

Reflection suppression: Good

Black levels during daytime: Good

Hisense U6NQ performs well in bright rooms thanks to the satin finish on the panel, which effectively reduces reflections. The average brightness on SDR content, such as standard television, is 488 cd/m², which is more than sufficient for comfortable viewing even in slightly challenging lighting conditions.

Matrix brightness

Average luminance SDR

Hisense U6NQ: 488 cd/m2

Details about the matrix

Software version during testing: V0000.07.60l.O0410

Subpixel Structure:

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Panel uniformity:

Review Hisense U6NQ TV details about the matrix

Backlight Type: PFS LED

TV features

9/10

  • System operacyjny: VIDAA

  • TV reception: DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-S, DVB-S2, DVB-C

  • Yes Recording to USB (terrestrial TV): Yes
  • Yes Recording programming: Yes
  • No Picture in Picture (PiP): No
  • Yes Screen mirroring (Windows Miracast): Yes
  • Yes AirPlay: Yes
  • Yes Voice search in native language: Yes
  • Yes Ability to connect a keyboard and mouse: Yes
  • Yes Possibility to connect Bluetooth headphones to the TV: Yes
  • Yes Possibility to simultaneously use Bluetooth headphones and the TV speaker: Yes
  • Yes Audio only mode: Yes
  • Yes RF remote control (no need to aim at the screen): RF
  • No Backlit remote control: No
  • Yes Teletext: Yes
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The Vidaa system that powers the Hisense U6NQ is undoubtedly one of its stronger features. It’s quick, operates smoothly, and most importantly – it doesn't suffer from annoying stutters that can be frustrating in other TVs. It’s great that you can use voice search in Polish, which significantly eases operation. There are plenty of apps available, but unfortunately, there’s a lack of music apps like Spotify or Tidal. It’s a shame because a TV is not just for movies and series – some people would probably love to use it for listening to music too.

Additional features include the ability to record TV programs onto a USB drive or external hard drive. There's also AirPlay and Miracast, so it’s easy to stream content from a smartphone. The built-in Bluetooth is handy too, allowing you to connect headphones, a mouse, or a keyboard. The only thing that's really missing here is the PiP (picture-in-picture) feature. If it were added, the TV would be complete in terms of functions. Nevertheless, the Hisense U6NQ offers plenty and will comfortably satisfy most users.

Playing files from USB

8.5/10

Review Hisense U6NQ Playing files from USB
Maximum photo resolution:Supported photo formats:
Yes 4 Mpix
Yes JPEG
Yes 6 Mpix
No HEIC
Yes 8 Mpix
Yes PNG
No 10 Mpix
Yes GIF
No 12 Mpix
Yes WebP
Yes 16 Mpix
No TIFF
No 20 Mpix
Yes BMP
No 24 Mpix
No SVG
No 28 Mpix
Yes 32 Mpix

The built-in file player in Hisense U6NQ should satisfy most users. It supports Polish characters and allows for easy editing of displayed subtitles, which is a big plus. Unfortunately, it lacks support for the AV1 codec, which may be an issue for those wanting to play newer video formats. However, for less demanding users, the player's features will be fully adequate.

Apps

8.6/10

OK
Disney_Plus
OK
Amazon_Prime_Video
OK
Viaplay
OK
Player_TVN
OK
Polsat_Box_Go
OK
Canal_Plus_Online
OK
TVP_VOD
OK
Apple_TV_Plus
OK
SkyShowtime
OK
Rakuten
OK
CDA_Premium_Browser
No
Spotify
No
Tidal
OK
Netflix
OK
YouTube
OK
MAX
No
Kodi

Sound

6.3/10

6.3/10

Subjective sound quality

Yes Dolby Digital Plus 7.1

Yes Dolby True HD 7.1

Yes Dolby Atmos in Dolby Digital Plus (JOC)

Yes Dolby Atmos in Dolby True HD

Yes DTS:X in DTS-HD MA

Yes DTS-HD Master Audio

Hisense U6NQ is equipped with a standard set of speakers rated at 20 W, which is typical for this class of televisions. The sound is decent, but nothing stands out particularly. However, it is a plus that it supports all popular audio codecs, including DTS and Dolby Atmos. This way, we can easily connect a home theatre or soundbar, achieving significantly better audio experiences than from the built-in speakers.

  • Mini-LED with local dimming: Precise backlight control provides better contrast and deeper blacks.

  • Hi-View Engine: AI-assisted processor enhances image quality and colours.

  • Quantum Dot Colour: Wide colour range and more natural colour reproduction.

  • Total HDR Solution: Supports Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+, and HLG.

  • Game Mode Plus: ALLM, VRR, and Dolby Vision Gaming with low input lag.

  • VIDAA Smart OS: Fast system with support for Polish voice commands.

  • Dolby Atmos and DTS Virtual:X: Cinematic surround sound.

  • USB Recording: Ability to save content to external storage.

  • AirPlay and Miracast: Easy screen mirroring from a smartphone or tablet.

  • Filmmaker Mode: Original image reproduction in line with the creators' vision.

Hisense U6NQ test – excellent image quality

As revealed by the Hisense U6NQ test, this model stands out with exceptional image quality that will satisfy a broad range of users. The U6NQ test shows that the television excels at displaying details, providing a sharp image in every scene, both in dark and bright segments. The Hisense U6NQ test also indicates that the colours are vibrant and realistic, enhancing the viewing experience, especially for films and sports broadcasts.

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The Hisense 50U6NQ test highlights the outstanding performance of this model in everyday use. According to the U6NQ test, the television offers smooth operation with minimised response time, which is a critical factor when watching movies, series, and also during gaming. The test shows that Hisense U6NQ is also well-equipped with smart TV features, allowing easy access to streaming applications. Check out other TV tests on our site to discover detailed comparisons and the best models available on the market.