Hisense A7N 65" vs Sony A80L 65" (OLED)
The Verdict
Sony's A80L represents a premium OLED experience with superior contrast, deeper blacks, and a 120Hz refresh rate ideal for gaming and sports,features the Hisense A7N simply cannot match. Picture quality differences are substantial: the OLED panel delivers infinite contrast ratios and perfect blacks versus the QLED's 600-nit peak brightness, while the A80L's 8ms input lag crushes the A7N's 12ms for responsive gaming. Audio quality favors Sony with its Acoustic Surface Audio+ system (50W) over Hisense's basic 20W 2.0 setup. However, the A7N delivers excellent value at $449, offering solid HDR support, 4K resolution, and smart features for casual viewers. At four times the price, the A80L justifies its cost through professional-grade performance, HDMI 2.1 support, and VRR capabilities. For budget-conscious buyers, the Hisense provides legitimate entertainment value. For those prioritizing picture quality and gaming performance, Sony's investment yields transformative results.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Hisense A7N 65" if…
- →65-inch QLED TV under $450 is incredible value
- →Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Dolby Atmos decoding included
- →QLED color enhancement is visible vs basic LED at this price
Buy the Sony A80L 65" (OLED) if…
- →Sony's legendary image processing with XR Cognitive Processor is unmatched
- →Acoustic Surface Audio+ vibrates the screen as a speaker — immersive and unique
- →Superb motion handling makes it the best TV for film and sports content
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Hisense A7N 65"
Pros
- 65-inch QLED TV under $450 is incredible value
- Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Dolby Atmos decoding included
- QLED color enhancement is visible vs basic LED at this price
- Alexa voice control built directly into the TV
- Two USB ports for media playback or recording
Cons
- VIDAA OS has fewer apps than Google TV or Tizen
- 60Hz panel with no VRR or gaming-oriented features
- 600-nit brightness is modest for a 65-inch TV
- Build quality is firmly budget — thin plastic housing
Sony A80L 65" (OLED)
Pros
- Sony's legendary image processing with XR Cognitive Processor is unmatched
- Acoustic Surface Audio+ vibrates the screen as a speaker — immersive and unique
- Superb motion handling makes it the best TV for film and sports content
- Google TV platform has the widest app selection of any smart TV OS
- Perfect blacks with no blooming — inherent OLED advantage
Cons
- Only 2 of 4 HDMI ports are HDMI 2.1 — limiting for multi-console setups
- Wi-Fi 5 in 2023 is a disappointing omission
- $1,999 is pricier than LG C3 and Samsung S90C at the same size
- Burn-in risk with OLED for static content use
Full Specifications
| Spec | Hisense A7N 65" | Sony A80L 65" (OLED) |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 300 x 300mm | 300 x 300mm |
| Weight | 33.1 lbs | 44.1 lbs |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | 57.1 x 35.8 x 11.2 inches | 57.1 x 35.0 x 11.8 inches |
| Dimensions | — | 57.1 x 33.3 x 2.1 inches |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 20 | 50 |
| Speakers | 2.0ch | Acoustic Surface Audio+ (2 actuators + 2 subwoofers) |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 12 | 8 |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG |
| Size | 65" | 65" |
| Type | QLED | OLED (WOLED) |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) | 3840 x 2160 (4K) |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 600 | 1000 |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | VIDAA OS | Google TV |
| Voice assistant | Alexa built-in | Google Assistant, Alexa (via Works with Alexa) |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | Hi-View Engine 4K | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| USB ports | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports | 3 | 4 |
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