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 really an interesting model from the Chinese manufacturer. It is the first MiniLED from the series for 2024 and the only one with a refresh rate of 60 Hz. Starting with the picture quality, the MiniLED backlighting combined with the VA panel does its job – the contrast is good, and watching films in the evening is a pleasure. A stable HDR effect, support for Dolby Vision and HDR10+, as well as solid colours mean that the television handles most everyday tasks well. The Vidaa system works smoothly – it is fast and intuitive, without any annoying stutters. A few popular applications, such as Spotify or Tidal, are missing, but most users will find what they need here, including the option to record programmes to a USB stick or external drive. What about motion fluidity? It's quite decent. The ability to choose between 4K at 60 Hz and Full HD at 120 Hz is a nice addition, especially if we are gaming on consoles that often do not offer perfect 4K at 120 frames. Features like VRR and ALLM further enhance the comfort of occasional gaming. However, there are some drawbacks. Issues with motion blur are noticeable in dynamic scenes, and the lack of any feature reducing this effect does not help. In terms of picture quality, this television strongly prioritises brightness, which sometimes leads to situations where black gains a slightly bluish tint in difficult conditions. In short: Hisense U6NQ is a decent choice for those looking for a television offering good picture quality and a convenient operating system. It is not equipment without compromises, but it performs really solidly for its price.

Advantages

  • Good contrast and black levels for its price class

  • Support for 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

  • Recording to USB from built-in tuners

Disadvantages

No like

  • Missing several applications in the VIDAA system - Spotify or Tidal

  • Issues with motion blur

  • The 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 very use of this technology makes the contrast reach quite a decent level. It is also worth highlighting that the Hisense U6NQ, as a television with MiniLED technology in this version, has 160 local dimming zones, which significantly improves picture quality in many scenes. During testing, for example, in the film Oblivion, the television demonstrated good separation of the hologram lights, and the contrast remained at a satisfactory level. Unfortunately, in more demanding materials, such as the Pioneer Kuro test pattern, a noticeable drop in quality was observed. In such scenes, the dimming zones did not operate correctly, leading to a significant decrease 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 local dimming management. Despite these shortcomings, the overall contrast level of U6NQ can be considered solid, especially 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:

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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 television delivers consistent performance – in every tested scene, regardless of difficulty, the brightness is around 450 nits. This is a pleasant surprise, as in many models of this class, there are notable 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 expense of black levels, as mentioned in the contrast test paragraph.

The HDR effect on the U6NQ is satisfactory, offering a noticeable "burst" of light in bright moments, although it is worth noting the previously mentioned blooming, which may be visible in more challenging scenes. In terms of colours, the television also performs decently – the coverage of the DCI-P3 palette is 89%, and BT.2020 is 71%. Although these are not results that would impress more demanding users, for beginners in the world of high-quality materials, the U6NQ serves as a solid choice. Therefore, it presents an interesting proposition as an "entry-level" television 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 the television's ability to adapt to diverse film materials, as each film is recorded in a different way and using various parameters. In our tests, we decided to check how the Hisense U6NQ performs with challenging and less demanding scenes. In the scene from the film Pan, which was mastered at an impressive brightness of 2800 nits, the television unfortunately performed averagely. The picture seemed dim, and the colours were too dull, resulting in a lack of depth and the impressive light effect that can be seen in more advanced models. Although the lights in the distance were quite well separated, the full effect of immersion was not achieved. On the other hand, the scene from the film Billy Lynn, which is easier to reproduce (though still not easy), performed significantly better. The effect of the fireworks in the background was rendered decently, although we noticed a slight problem with overexposing 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 image quality. For this reason, we recommend turning off this feature when using the Hisense U6NQ television with HDR materials.

HDR luminance chart:

Hisense U6NQ supports a wide range of HDR formats, which is essential for movie enthusiasts. It features 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 display 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 considerable aid for the television in rendering these demanding scenes. Thanks to the dynamic metadata, the final effect was definitely more impressive – the forest in the background 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 image parameters to the surrounding lighting, for example, brightening the screen in a bright room and dimming it in the dark. Unfortunately, in practice, its performance leaves much to be desired. During testing, we noticed that the IQ mode could even be darker than the standard Dolby Vision mode in bright conditions. For this reason, we recommend turning off this function and using the traditional Dolby Vision settings for better image quality.

Static HDR10

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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 noting 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 around 3–4 ΔE should be acceptable for the average viewer. The television performed slightly worse with colour reproduction in 4K HDR materials. The dominance of blue shades led to unnatural cool tones on the Colour Checker chart, giving the image a "store-bought" character. Combined with issues in brightness characteristics – gamma and EOTF curve caused some parts of the image to be too dark – the Filmmaker mode loses some of its credibility in this case. Although the factory settings of the tested unit deserve praise, especially in SDR, there were still minor shortcomings that would require correction to fully exploit the capabilities of the television.

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Color reproduction after calibration

8.3/10

Although the factory settings of the Filmmaker mode on the Hisense U6NQ were quite good, we decided to carry out a calibration to fully assess the capabilities of this model. Only after such an adjustment 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 most significant change came from correcting the brightness characteristics – the gamma was optimised and no longer causes excessive dimming of the image, which improves its naturalness.

For 4K HDR content, the calibration also produced positive effects. We eliminated the blue dominance issue, resulting in a more balanced and natural image. However, managing brightness in HDR materials remains a more complex matter. The EOTF curve, while having problems with dimming the image in the 10–30% brightness range in laboratory conditions, reveals other shortcomings in real scenes. The television tends to excessively brighten the smallest elements on the screen. As a result, this leads to visible 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 particular model and is often difficult to eliminate.

In short: although the Filmmaker mode with factory settings performed decently, calibration allowed us to extract an even better effect – minor adjustments resulted in a more balanced image, especially 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 visible issues with colour blending, which ensures a pleasant and cohesive visual experience. However, a more discerning eye may spot slight imperfections in specific instances, such as the scene with the blue sky in Kingsman or the final scene with the red background. These subtle shortcomings are, however, small enough not to 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, such as 4K, tonal transitions on U6NQ look really good – the colours blend nicely, and the image is coherent. Unfortunately, when we move to content in lower resolutions, the television does not offer any additional features that could improve this aspect. An example is the test with the light bulb, where it is clearly visible that the television has a problem with rendering subtle tonal transitions.

However, digital processing performs quite well. The image looks pliable, is pleasantly soft, and free from excessive banding. Moreover, thanks to the sharpness settings, it can be adjusted according to personal preferences – whether towards a softer or sharper image. Overall, although scaling lower quality materials could be better, the television handles image processing effectively.

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 60 Hz refresh rate at 4K resolution, but the manufacturer has added a feature that allows the refresh rate to be increased to 120 Hz, at the cost of reducing the resolution to Full HD. This solution, which we have seen before in TCL televisions, such as the C655 or C655 PRO. This gives the user the choice – higher motion fluidity or full resolution. This is a sensible approach, especially considering that many games on next-generation consoles do not achieve full performance in 4K at 120 Hz.

As for movies, the television is equipped with a motion smoothing feature that allows you to adjust the motion characteristics to your own preferences. This allows for a more cinematic effect or increased fluidity in dynamic scenes. Overall, Hisense U6NQ offers reasonable 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 motion blur reduction options, and the response time of the panel leaves much to be desired. The effects of motion blur are particularly noticeable in the darker elements of the image, which can be bothersome during dynamic scenes in films or games. These issues make the television perform rather mediocre in this category, 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 offers the option to choose between 4K at 60 Hz and Full HD with a refresh rate of 120 Hz. This solution may appeal to gamers who want to decide what is more important to them – higher resolution or smoothness. The television supports features such as ALLM and VRR, which help in achieving smoother gameplay. A nice addition is the GameBar – an easy-to-use panel that allows you to quickly change picture settings and check statistics. There is also a Dolby Vision Game mode, which operates with low input lag, which is a big plus for console enthusiasts. Unfortunately, it lacks HGiG, which could further enhance HDR quality in games. Nevertheless, the Hisense U6NQ performs quite well as a gaming television, especially for those who play occasionally and do not require the highest refresh rates 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 television Hisense U6NQ offers a very low input lag of 14 ms, making it a good choice for gamers, especially those who prefer fast-paced titles. It is also worth noting that the Dolby Vision mode in games works really well here. This is a pleasant surprise, as on many other televisions this HDR mode performs only averagely.

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 well. The fonts are sufficiently clear, making it adequate for everyday writing or browsing the internet.

When it comes to gaming, the television supports G-Sync, but only at 4K resolution at 60 Hz. Unfortunately, if anyone was hoping for 120 Hz fluidity in 1080p with G-Sync enabled, they may be disappointed – this television does not offer that. It's somewhat unfortunate, as it could have been a decent solution 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 cost of image visibility at wider angles. It's a classic compromise – in televisions with IPS panels, the situation is reversed, where viewing angles are wider, but 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 suppresses reflections. The average brightness on SDR content, such as standard television, is 488 cd/m², which is more than sufficient for comfortable viewing even under 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, on which the Hisense U6NQ operates, is probably one of its stronger points. It is quick, runs smoothly, and most importantly – it doesn’t suffer from any stuttering that can be irritating in other televisions. It’s great that voice search is available in Polish, which makes operation significantly easier. There are plenty of apps here, but unfortunately, there is a lack of music apps such as Spotify or Tidal. It’s a shame because a television is not just for films and series – some would probably happily use it for listening to music as well.

Among the additional features, we have the option to record television programmes onto a USB drive or external hard disk. There is also AirPlay and Miracast, so it’s easy to stream images from a smartphone. The built-in Bluetooth is also useful, allowing you to connect headphones, a mouse, or a keyboard. The only thing that is really missing here is the PiP (picture-in-picture) feature. If it were added, the television would be complete in terms of functionality. Nonetheless, the Hisense U6NQ offers a lot and is more than sufficient for 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 media 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 looking to play newer video formats. However, for less demanding users, the features of the player 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 with a power of 20 W, which is a typical solution in this class of televisions. The sound is adequate but does not stand out in any particular way. However, it is worth noting the support for all popular audio codecs, including DTS and Dolby Atmos. This allows us to easily connect a home cinema system or soundbar, achieving significantly better sound experiences than from the built-in speakers.

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

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

  • Quantum Dot Colour: Wide colour gamut 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 record content on an external drive.

  • 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 picture quality

The test of Hisense U6NQ reveals that this model stands out with exceptional picture quality that will satisfy a wide 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 demonstrates that the colours are vibrant and realistic, which enhances the viewing experience, especially for movies or sports broadcasts.

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