Hisense U8K 65" (Mini-LED ULED) vs LG C4 65"
The Verdict
Hisense U8K delivers exceptional value with Mini-LED technology, achieving 2000 nits peak brightness and 144Hz refresh rate support,ideal for both gaming and HDR content on a budget. LG C4's OLED display offers superior contrast, perfect blacks, and faster 1ms input lag, though its 1300 nits peak brightness and 120Hz refresh rate are limitations. Gaming performance heavily favors LG with nearly instantaneous response times versus Hisense's 6ms lag. Audio edges to LG with 60W 2.2ch versus 40W 2.1ch. At $700 less, Hisense U8K represents outstanding value for HDR and 120fps gaming, while LG C4 justifies premium pricing through OLED's superior image quality, better motion handling, and professional upscaling via its α9 Gen 7 processor. Choose Hisense for value-conscious buyers; select LG for those prioritizing pure picture quality and competitive gaming responsiveness.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Hisense U8K 65" (Mini-LED ULED) if…
- →2000 nits with Mini-LED at $1,099 is the best brightness value on the market
- →144Hz with VRR — ideal for PC gaming and next-gen consoles
- →Both Dolby Vision AND HDR10+ — supports every HDR format
Buy the LG C4 65" if…
- →Perfect black levels from self-emissive OLED pixels — best-in-class contrast
- →All four HDMI 2.1 ports at full bandwidth with VRR, ALLM, and G-Sync Compatible
- →1ms input lag makes it one of the best gaming TVs at any price
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Pros & Cons
Hisense U8K 65" (Mini-LED ULED)
Pros
- 2000 nits with Mini-LED at $1,099 is the best brightness value on the market
- 144Hz with VRR — ideal for PC gaming and next-gen consoles
- Both Dolby Vision AND HDR10+ — supports every HDR format
- Wi-Fi 6E and 4 HDMI 2.1 ports for modern connectivity
- Quantum dot color with over 1000 dimming zones for excellent contrast
Cons
- Hisense software updates and smart TV experience trail Samsung/LG
- Some blooming visible with Mini-LED despite high zone count
- Brand perception is still below premium competitors
- Remote control quality feels cheap compared to the TV's price
LG C4 65"
Pros
- Perfect black levels from self-emissive OLED pixels — best-in-class contrast
- All four HDMI 2.1 ports at full bandwidth with VRR, ALLM, and G-Sync Compatible
- 1ms input lag makes it one of the best gaming TVs at any price
- Dolby Vision IQ and Dolby Atmos support for premium cinematic experience
- webOS 24 is clean, fast, and nearly ad-free compared to Tizen
Cons
- OLED burn-in risk with prolonged static content (e.g. news tickers, HUDs)
- Peak brightness trails Mini-LED rivals in very bright HDR highlights
- Slightly lower brightness than the G4, limiting HDR pop in sunlit rooms
- USB-A ports are only USB 2.0 speed
Full Specifications
| Spec | Hisense U8K 65" (Mini-LED ULED) | LG C4 65" |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 300 x 300mm | 300 x 200mm |
| Weight | 46.3 lbs | 52.9 lbs |
| Dimensions | 57.0 x 33.0 x 2.7 inches | — |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | 57.0 x 35.5 x 11.4 inches | 57.0 x 36.9 x 10.1 inches |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 40 | 60 |
| Speakers | 2.1ch | 2.2ch |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 6 | 1 |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10, HLG, Filmmaker Mode |
| Size | 65" | 65" |
| Type | Mini-LED QLED (VA LCD) | OLED evo |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K) | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2000 | 1300 |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | Google TV | webOS 24 |
| Voice assistant | Google Assistant, Alexa | ThinQ AI, Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.0 |
| USB ports | 2 | 3 |
| HDMI ports | 4 | 4 |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | — | α9 Gen 7 AI Processor 4K |
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