Matrix Backlight – direct, multi-zone: Precise control of the brightness of the LEDs behind the screen allows for deep blacks and exceptional contrast, enhancing picture quality.
Quantum Dot: Quantum dot technology offers billions of vivid colour shades, regardless of brightness levels.
Dolby Vision and HDR support: Supports Dolby Vision and other HDR formats, providing a wealth of detail, deep blacks and vibrant colours.
AI Picture and AI Adaptive Depth: Artificial intelligence analyses and optimises each scene, improving brightness, contrast and realism of the image.
Filmmaker Mode: A mode that allows viewing content in quality consistent with the creators' vision.
AI Sports Mode: Adjusts image and sound parameters for optimal experiences when watching sports broadcasts.
Smooth Motion and Pixel Tuning: Features that enhance motion smoothness and optimise each pixel, providing better contrast and noise reduction.
4K AI Upscaler: Improves the quality of lower resolution content by upscaling it to 4K.
Light Sensor: Automatically adjusts the image brightness to the surrounding conditions.
Dolby Atmos: Multidimensional spatial sound that enriches the audio experience.
Game Mode PLUS (VRR, ALLM): Optimises smoothness and reduces latency, crucial for gamers.
Voice Control: Remote control with a built-in microphone allows for easy control of the television and its features.
VIDAA SMART TV: Smart TV system with access to global apps and streaming services.
Screen Sharing Function: Quickly displays content from a smartphone on the television screen.
CI Interface: Allows reception of encrypted channels without an additional decoder.
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- 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
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Panel type: LCD VA Brand: HISENSE Resolution: 3840x2160 System: VIDAA Model year: 2024
Our verdict
6.3
Overall rating
The Hisense A7NQ is one of the simplest QLED televisions available on the market, primarily appealing with a very attractive price. Equipped with a VA panel, it offers solid native contrast, and the additional PFS coating (another type of QLED) allows for vibrant colours, especially in older SDR content. This is a television that will work well for those who use a TV more occasionally but are looking for a device with useful extras. The Vidaa system, which has gradually established its position in the Polish market, is another plus. It supports most popular streaming applications available in Poland and offers features such as USB recording, which can be rare in this class of equipment. It is evident that the manufacturer listens to user feedback and strives to implement improvements, which is a nice touch. When it comes to picture quality, it is… simply average. Brightness is limited, so the television will not be the best choice for watching 4K HDR content. However, it performs better with older materials or regular television, where high brightness is not crucial, and colours can look really good, especially after professional calibration. Is it a good screen for gamers? The A7NQ is not a gaming monster – the 60 Hz panel and significant motion blur may deter more demanding users. Nevertheless, the manufacturer has included a few features for gamers, such as VRR, ALLM, or even displaying 120 Hz in a lower resolution. Additionally, there is an intuitive and user-friendly Game Bar that makes it easier to adjust settings while gaming. Despite this, the television is not without its drawbacks. One of the stranger problems we encountered was the complete disregard for Polish subtitles from USB. We hope this is a matter of an update, but at present, it is hard not to notice. In short, the Hisense A7NQ is a solid mid-range option. While it may not be equipment that wins all tests or aspires to the title of "television Formula 1", it will certainly satisfy many people – especially those looking for something simple and affordable. It is a good choice for someone who wants to enjoy content on a large screen without spending a fortune.
Advantages
Good native contrast
Very low input lag, even in Dolby Vision
ALLM, VRR, Game Bar and 120 Hz (Full HD) – useful features for gamers
USB recording from built-in tuners
Simplicity and speed of the Vidaa system
Support for AirPlay and Miracast
Support for Dolby Atmos and DTS:X spatial audio
Disadvantages
Average performance in HDR content
Considerable ghosting
No support for subtitles from USB (at the time of writing the test)
No support for HGiG
Movies and series in UHD quality6.3
Classic TV, YouTube6.2
Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)4.9
Gaming on console7.0
TV as a computer monitor5.8
Watching in bright light4.9
Utility functions9.0
Apps8.6
Sound quality5.9
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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
6.3/10
Local dimming function: No
Contrast between the black background and the bright spotlight illuminating Jack. Scene from the movie Oblivion (Universal Pictures).
Result
8,300:1
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
7,200:1
Contrast between the reflection on the helmet and the black on the black film strip. Scene from the movie Arrival (Paramount Pictures).
Result
6,200:1
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
6,500:1
Contrast between the colorful balloon and the black slice between the falling objects. Scene from the Pioneer Kuro test disc (2008).
Result
6,200:1
Visibility of details in the lights:
The Hisense A7NQ uses a VA panel, which by definition offers better contrast than IPS, and indeed – it performs quite well here. With a contrast ratio of around 6500:1, the image has a perceptible depth, and scenes like the one from Oblivion can look really good. We see decent separation of lights from the darker areas of the image. However, there is one "but" – the lack of local dimming. In this price range, it's of course normal, but unfortunately, it affects the quality of blacks. In some scenes, the blacks take on blueish hues instead of that truly deep, inky black. It’s not anything dramatic, but if we watch films in a dark room, the differences can be more noticeable. In short, the contrast is good for a VA panel – it's solid. For the average user, this will be more than sufficient, especially in well-lit rooms. There are no fireworks here, but it's a fair result for this class of equipment.
Halo effect and black detail visibility:
HDR effect quality
4.7/10
Supported formats: HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG Color gamut coverage: DCI P3: 92.0%, Bt.2020: 70.2%
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
295 nit
The measured point is the moon against a dark, starry sky. Scene from the movie Life of Pi (20th Century Fox).
Result
348 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
379 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
315 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
348 nit
We checked how the Hisense A7NQ performs with HDR, and there are no surprises here. The luminance graph showed a maximum brightness level of 370 nits. The result? Exactly what one could expect – average. At around 350 nits, HDR does not particularly stand out compared to SDR. Indeed, there is a subtle difference in more brightly lit scenes, but it is not an effect that leaves you stunned. As for the coverage of the wide colour gamut, the result was 92% for DCI-P3 and 70.2% for BT.2020. These are decent values for a TV in this class, which uses a PFS coating – the same one that is sometimes promoted as QLED. Colours look good, but we shouldn’t expect something that competes with the best screens on the market. HDR on the Hisense A7NQ is more of an addition than a "game changer." For those looking for solid image quality on a moderate budget – quite acceptable. However, if we expect full HDR capabilities, it is worth looking at models from the higher price range.
Scene from the movie “Pan” (about 2800 nits)
Scene from the movie “Billy Lynn” (about 1100 nits)
In our reviews, we do not limit ourselves to synthetic tests – we check how the television performs with real, demanding scenes. Unfortunately, the Hisense A7NQ completely fails here. In the scene from the film Mr, the picture looks… well, ugly. The dark elements are boosted, the whites are blown out, and despite attempts to recover details, the overall presentation is flat and lifeless. The scene with the fireworks from the film Billy Lynn performed a bit better but still poorly. Instead of a spectacular display, all the light effects merge into one bright spot. It is difficult to see the differences between colour temperatures, which effectively ruins the perception of the entire sequence. The television is equipped with a dynamic tone mapping feature, which in theory should help in such situations. However, in practice, it works poorly – the result is an even greater brightening of the whole screen, which deepens the impression of a flat image. Our advice? It's better to turn off this feature and give the television a chance to cope without it – although it won't guarantee miracles.
HDR luminance chart:
Hisense A7NQ supports both static HDR10 and dynamic Dolby Vision. In theory, this is great news because Dolby Vision typically provides a clear advantage to lower-brightness televisions, such as the reviewed model. Dynamic metadata allows for optimising the image frame by frame, which particularly helps in difficult scenes. However, in practice… it’s hard to notice any significant difference here. Yes, the tonal range in Dolby Vision is somewhat better – the blacks gain a bit of depth, and dark details are more visible (e.g., horse fur) – but it's rather cosmetic. The overall picture still remains flat and doesn’t make a big impression.
Although Dolby Vision should theoretically improve the television's adaptation to demanding scenes, the effects here are very limited. Details in the blacks perform better, but the whole still fails to impress. If we expect spectacular differences between HDR modes, the Hisense A7NQ is unlikely to deliver them.
Static HDR10
Dynamic: Dolby Vision
Factory color reproduction
6.1/10
When testing the Hisense A7NQ in Filmmaker mode, we were hoping for compliance with the manufacturer's assumptions, but unfortunately, reality looks different. The main issue, as with most televisions, is white balance. In the case of the A7NQ, we noticed a clear dominance of blue, which affected both lower quality materials and 4K HDR content. The results of the Color Checker tests confirm this, and the comparative images speak for themselves – the leading actress in "factory" mode appears cool and pale. It looks as if she has been drained of life.
As for brightness characteristics, both gamma and the EOTF curve show that the image is excessively bright. As a result, everything appears flat, lacking depth and contrast. This state of affairs definitely does not work in favour of the A7NQ and makes the viewing experience in factory mode leave much to be desired. If we expect natural colour reproduction and appropriate image depth, the A7NQ in Filmmaker mode is unlikely to impress us. It is a television that requires considerable adjustment to bring out its potential.
Color reproduction after calibration
7.6/10
Hisense A7NQ offers several tools that allow for improved image quality, so we decided to take matters into our own hands and "dig around" in the settings a bit. Thanks to professional tools and measurements, we managed to correct the white balance, eliminating the excessive dominance of blue colour in both HD and 4K materials. This is a significant step forward, as in the Color Checker test, the colour reproduction errors in lower quality content dropped to a much more acceptable level. Unfortunately, the 4K materials still fall short of perfection – the colour inaccuracies are considerable and stem from the limitations of the television.
As for the gamma, we managed to set it at the correct level, which significantly reduced the excessive brightening of the image. However, the issue with brightness characteristics in 4K content remains unresolved – the EOTF curve still shows excessive brightness across the entire screen. It’s possible that correct implementation of dynamic tone mapping could help here, but as we mentioned earlier, this feature in the Hisense A7NQ works rather poorly, rather than being helpful. Nevertheless, the calibration has significantly improved the overall image reception. The director's vision is now much better represented than in the factory settings, which will certainly be appreciated by more demanding viewers.
Smoothness of tonal transitions
9/10
This is one of the greatest advantages of this television. The Hisense A7NQ performs exceptionally well with the fluidity of tonal transitions, even in the most demanding scenes. The colour blends are practically invisible, resulting in very smooth gradations and a naturally looking image. Of course, if we are purists and scrutinise the screen with a "hawk's eye," we may notice slight joins, particularly in the darker areas of the image. However, these are subtle imperfections to such an extent that most users will not even notice them.
Image scaling and smoothness of tonal transitions
5.5/10
Smooth transition function
Image without overscan on the SD signal
The Hisense A7NQ impresses with the smoothness of tonal transitions in 4K content, but unfortunately, there is no feature here to improve this aspect in older materials of lower quality. In such cases, colour transitions become more visible, which can slightly detract from the overall image, especially in scenes with a lot of gradients.
When it comes to upscaling, the television performs surprisingly well. The image is noticeably improved, although there are some compromises. It can be seen that the television adds a bit of artificial sharpness, and background elements, such as branches, display slight "jaggies." However, these are details that will primarily catch the eye of those who pay attention to such nuances.
Blur and motion smoothness
3.8/10
Maximum refresh rate of the panel: 60Hz
Film motion smoothing option: Yes
Blur reduction option: No
BFI function 60Hz: No
BFI function 120Hz: No
The Hisense A7NQ is equipped with a 60 Hz panel, which means that dynamic scenes – for example in sports or games – perform rather averagely here. This is standard for this class of equipment, but it must be acknowledged that watching more intense, fast-moving content can leave a lot to be desired. However, when it comes to films, the television offers a motion smoothing feature that operates on a 10-point scale. The "judder reduction" option allows you to tailor the smoothness of the image to your own preferences. At the lowest setting, we get a natural film frame rate, which will please cinema purists. Meanwhile, the maximum setting provides a very smooth, theatrical image that may appeal to those who prefer a more "smoothed" motion.
Blur (native resolution, maximum refresh rate):
In terms of motion blur, the Hisense A7NQ falls significantly short of expectations. The screen generates noticeable blur, which is most apparent in dynamic scenes and against darker backgrounds. The test with our "ufo character" clearly showed that a distinct trail follows moving objects, which heavily impacts the perception of the image. Such imperfections are typical for 60 Hz panels, but here the effect is particularly noticeable. For those sensitive to such artifacts, this could be a significant drawback, especially if we plan to use the television for watching dynamic content such as sports or games.
Console compatibility and gaming features
6.3/10
- ALLM:
Yes
- VRR:
Yes
- VRR range:
48 - 60Hz
- Dolby Vision Game Mode:
Yes
- Correct implementation of HGIG:
No
- 1080p@120Hz:
Yes
- 1440p@120Hz:
No
- 4K@120Hz:
No
- Game bar:
Yes
Hisense A7NQ is a piece of equipment that can pleasantly surprise gamers, although it is not without its flaws. The fact that we have a 60 Hz panel here immediately suggests that the television is not designed for the most demanding gaming scenarios. The motion blur that we described earlier can also be an obstacle, especially in dynamic games.
However, there are a few things that are worth praising. The television supports ALLM (automatic game mode) and VRR (variable refresh rate), which is not always standard in this price range. The biggest surprise, however, is that the A7NQ can display images at 120 Hz – albeit only in Full HD resolution, but nevertheless, it's a significant nod to gamers. This provides the option to choose between smoothness and resolution, which is not obvious in televisions at this price.
A nice addition is the Game Bar, which is clear and practical – all the most important functions are at hand, without digging through the settings. However, it lacks support for HGiG, which may be a disappointment for gamers looking for perfect HDR in games.
Input lag
9.9/10
The Hisense A7NQ definitely has something to boast about when it comes to input lag. It is really very low, which is immediately noticeable while gaming – both in standard game mode and with Dolby Vision enabled. Regardless of the settings, the response is instantaneous, making controls in games smooth and responsive. This is definitely a plus for any gamer who doesn't want to worry about delays. Even more dynamic gameplay on this television won't be a problem. In this category, the Hisense A7NQ truly stands out from the competition.
| SDR | HDR | Dolby Vision |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p60: 14 ms | 2160p60: 14 ms | 2160p60 DV: 14 ms |
| 1080p120: 10 ms | ||
| 2160p60: 14 ms |
Compatibility with PC
5.8/10
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: 60Hz
G-Sync: Yes
The Hisense A7NQ performs well if we want to use it as a work monitor. Thanks to 4:4:4 chroma support, the fonts are clear and readable, regardless of the background. This is a significant advantage, as working with documents or browsing websites on this television is quite enjoyable. When it comes to gaming on PC, the situation is less optimistic. The 60 Hz panel unfortunately doesn't allow for a smoother experience, which may disappoint gamers looking for something more. Even the presence of G-SYNC and low input lag does not change the fact that dynamic titles may look average.
Viewing angles
3/10
Brightness drop at an angle of 45 degrees: 77%
The Hisense A7NQ does not surprise in this category. The viewing angles are typical for a VA panel – which means that if we sit directly in front, everything looks fine, but if we shift slightly to the side, the image begins to lose quality. Colours become less saturated, and black starts to turn to shades of grey. This is standard for VA panels, and it is rather difficult to expect anything different. Therefore, if we plan to watch television with a larger group of people, it is worth considering positioning the television so that everyone has a chance to sit as close to the centre of the screen as possible.
TV efficiency during daytime
4.9/10
Matrix coating: Satin
Reflection suppression: Average
Black levels during daytime: Good
The Hisense A7NQ does not make the best impression in brightly lit rooms. The panel performs averagely at reducing reflections, so if there is a lot of light coming in through the windows, the screen can turn into a mirror. Additionally, the brightness level of 370 cd/m² is only suitable for moderately sunny rooms. In more demanding conditions, where the sun lights up the screen, the image begins to lose visibility and it becomes difficult to see all the details. If we plan to use the television mainly during the day in a brightly lit room, it is worth considering this, as in such conditions the A7NQ may not be the best choice.
Matrix brightness
Average luminance SDR
Hisense A7NQ: 371 cd/m2
Details about the matrix
Software version during testing: V0000.07.60l.O0410
Subpixel Structure:
Panel uniformity:
Backlight Type: PFS LED
TV features
9/10
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:
Yes
- Audio only mode:
Yes
- RF remote control (no need to aim at the screen):
RF
- Backlit remote control:
No
- Teletext:
Yes
Hisense A7NQ runs on the Vidaa system, which may not be as developed as those from Korean giants, but it does what it needs to. It is clear that Hisense is starting to understand the Polish market – the latest updates have added the most important streaming applications. We can easily find the most popular streaming applications here. Unfortunately, if someone is counting on Tidal or Spotify, they will not find them here – it's a bit of a shame, as it would further complement the system. The Vidaa system itself works surprisingly smoothly. The menu is simple, and voice control in Polish is a nice touch that makes daily use easier. There are no unnecessary complications, everything is at hand, and it works without significant delays.
In terms of features, the television also performs well. Recording to USB works thanks to the built-in tuners, and connecting additional devices via Bluetooth or USB is seamless. AirPlay and Miracast are additional advantages – you can easily stream content from your phone or laptop.
There is, however, a lack of the PiP (picture-in-picture) function, but that is likely something that will only be noticed by those who really need it. Just like recording to USB – it's great that it's available, but not everyone will use it.
Playing files from USB
5.5/10
| 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 |
During tests of the USB file player, we encountered something really strange. Normally, we check whether the television can handle external files with subtitles so that one can comfortably watch foreign productions in Polish. Unfortunately, despite the presence of various subtitle formats on our pendrive, the television did not display any of them. Interestingly, there was an option in the menu to change the font colour, so it seems that the feature should be functioning. We believe this is a matter to be fixed in an update, but for now the situation is simply strange and somewhat concerning. As for other types of files, things are much better. The television handles most popular audio and photo formats, so playing music or browsing holiday photos will not pose a problem.
Apps
8.6/10
Sound
5.9/10
5.9/10
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
The Hisense A7NQ performs like most mid-range televisions – it's acceptable but without much excitement. The sound meets its purpose in everyday use, but if we expect strong sensations, it is worth considering adding a soundbar. On the positive side, the television supports practically all popular surround sound formats, including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. This means that if we have the appropriate external equipment, we can enjoy a more immersive sound experience.