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