Hisense U8K 65" (Mini-LED ULED) vs Sony Bravia 8 65"
The Verdict
The Hisense U8K 65" (Mini-LED ULED) and Sony Bravia 8 65" sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Hisense U8K 65" (Mini-LED ULED) is the cheaper of the two at $1,099 versus $1,700, a difference of about $601. The Sony Bravia 8 65" is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Hisense U8K 65" (Mini-LED ULED) stands out for 2000 nits with mini-led at $1,099 is the best brightness value on the market, while Sony Bravia 8 65" is praised for sony xr processor for cinematic picture quality. Use the side-by-side spec table below to compare cameras, displays, battery life and connectivity in detail and decide which one fits your priorities.
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 Sony Bravia 8 65" if…
- →Sony XR Processor for cinematic picture quality
- →Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos
- →Google TV with Apple AirPlay 2
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
Sony Bravia 8 65"
Pros
- Sony XR Processor for cinematic picture quality
- Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos
- Google TV with Apple AirPlay 2
- Acoustic Surface Audio for immersive sound
- BRAVIA Theater compatibility
Cons
- $1700 for 65-inch OLED
- 120Hz vs 144Hz on LG/Samsung competitors
- Only Wi-Fi 6 (not 6E or 7)
Full Specifications
| Spec | Hisense U8K 65" (Mini-LED ULED) | Sony Bravia 8 65" |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 300 x 300mm | 300 x 300 |
| Weight | 46.3 lbs | 19.0 kg |
| Dimensions | 57.0 x 33.0 x 2.7 inches | — |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | 57.0 x 35.5 x 11.4 inches | — |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 40 | 50 |
| Speakers | 2.1ch | — |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 6 | — |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG |
| Size | 65" | 65 inches |
| Type | Mini-LED QLED (VA LCD) | OLED |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K) | 3840 x 2160 |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2000 | — |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | Google TV | Google TV |
| Voice assistant | Google Assistant, Alexa | Google Assistant, Alexa, Apple AirPlay 2 |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| USB ports | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports | 4 | 4 |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | — | XR Processor |
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