Hisense A7NQ

Available screen sizes: 43”50”55”65”

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Panel technology: LCD VA Brand: HISENSE Resolution: 3840x2160 Operating 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

No like
  • 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 quality

    6.3

  • Classic TV, YouTube

    6.2

  • Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)

    4.9

  • Gaming on console

    7.0

  • TV as a computer monitor

    5.8

  • Watching in bright light

    4.9

  • Utility functions

    9.0

  • Apps

    8.6

  • Sound quality

    5.9

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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

6.3/10

Local dimming function: No

Review Hisense A7NQ Contrast and black detail

Result

8,300:1

Review Hisense A7NQ Contrast and black detail

Result

7,200:1

Review Hisense A7NQ Contrast and black detail

Result

6,200:1

Review Hisense A7NQ Contrast and black detail

Result

6,500:1

Review Hisense A7NQ Contrast and black detail

Result

6,200:1

Visibility of details in the lights:

Review Hisense A7NQ 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.

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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:

Review Hisense A7NQ Brightness measurement

Result

295 nit

Review Hisense A7NQ Brightness measurement

Result

348 nit

Review Hisense A7NQ Brightness measurement

Result

379 nit

Review Hisense A7NQ Brightness measurement

Result

315 nit

Review Hisense A7NQ Brightness measurement

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)

Review Hisense A7NQ Scene from movie PAN

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

Review Hisense A7NQ Scene from movie Billy Lynn

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

Review Hisense A7NQ Static HDR 10

Dynamic: Dolby Vision

Review Hisense A7NQ Dynamic HDR 10+

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.

Review Hisense A7NQ Color reproduction before calibration
Review Hisense A7NQ Color reproduction after calibration

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.

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Review Hisense A7NQ Smoothness of tonal transitions
Review Hisense A7NQ Smoothness of tonal transitions
Review Hisense A7NQ Smoothness of tonal transitions
Review Hisense A7NQ Smoothness of tonal transitions

Image scaling and smoothness of tonal transitions

5.5/10

No Smooth transition function

Review Hisense A7NQ Smooth transition function

OK Image without overscan on the SD signal

Review Hisense A7NQ 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

Review Hisense A7NQ Blur and motion smoothness

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):

Review Hisense A7NQ Blur (native resolution, maximum refresh rate)
Review Hisense A7NQ Blur (native resolution, maximum refresh rate)
Review Hisense A7NQ 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

  • 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 A7NQ Console compatibility and gaming features
Review Hisense A7NQ Console compatibility and gaming features

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.

Review Hisense A7NQ Console compatibility and gaming features
Review Hisense A7NQ Console compatibility and gaming features

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

Review Hisense A7NQ Compatibility with PC

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

Review Hisense A7NQ TV efficiency during daytime
Review Hisense A7NQ TV efficiency during daytime

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:

Review Hisense A7NQ TV details about the matrix

Panel uniformity:

Review Hisense A7NQ 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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Review Hisense A7NQ TV features
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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

Review Hisense A7NQ 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

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

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

5.9/10

5.9/10

Subjective sound quality

Yes Dolby Digital Plus 7.1

Yes Dolby True HD 7.1

Yes Dolby Atmos in Dolby Digital Plus (JOC)

No Dolby Atmos in Dolby True HD

Yes DTS:X in DTS-HD MA

Yes 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.

  • 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.