# TCL vs Hisense: the two value Mini LED brands, line by line

Source: https://specwiseguide.com/tcl-vs-hisense-tv/
Updated: 2026-11-13 · By SMART SC Editorial Team

**Short answer:** **Both sell Mini LED TVs with Dolby Vision and HDR10+ at prices below LG, Samsung and Sony.** **Hisense** wins on **inputs and refresh**: the U7 has **four HDMI 2.1 inputs**, the U7 and U8 have **native 165 Hz panels**, the U8 adds **USB-C DisplayPort**, and both have **ATSC 3.0** tuners. **TCL** wins on **weight and huge sizes**: its QM6K is the lightest TV at most sizes we list, and its QM-series reaches **98 inches**, but each line has **two** 4K 120 Hz inputs and only the QM8K has ATSC 3.0. Line for line: U6 vs QM6K, U7 vs QM7K, U8 vs QM8K.

## Key takeaways

- **Inputs:** Hisense U7 4 of 4, U8 3 + USB-C DP; TCL QM-series 2 of 4.
- **Refresh:** Hisense U7/U8 native 165 Hz; TCL 144 Hz.
- **ATSC 3.0:** Hisense U7, U8; TCL QM8K.
- **Biggest sizes:** Hisense 100 in (U7, U8); TCL 98 in (QM6K, QM7K, QM8K).

TCL and Hisense have pushed Mini LED down to prices that used to buy a basic LED TV. Their ranges mirror each other tier for tier, so the comparison is easiest line against line.

## Line against line

| Tier | TCL | Hisense | Key differences on the sheets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry Mini LED | **QM6K** | **U6** | Both 2 of 4 fast inputs; QM6K lighter, reaches 98 in; U6 85 in max |
| Mid Mini LED | **QM7K** | **U7** | U7: **4 of 4** HDMI 2.1, native 165 Hz, ATSC 3.0, 100 in; QM7K: anti-reflection panel, 98 in |
| Top Mini LED | **QM8K** | **U8** | U8: 165 Hz, USB-C DP, 100 in; QM8K: WHVA anti-reflective, 98 in. Both ATSC 3.0 |

## Everything we list from both

| TV line | Type | Panel (as marketed) | Refresh / max VRR | 4K 120 Hz+ inputs | HDR formats | Anti-reflection | Sizes we list | Check price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hisense U6 (U65QF) 2025 | Mini LED | Mini-LED, full-array local dimming | 144 / 144 Hz | 2 of 4 | Dolby Vision, HDR10+ | – | 55″, 65″, 75″, 85″ | Amazon ↗ |
| Hisense U7 (U75QG) 2025 | Mini LED | Mini-LED with anti-glare low-reflection panel | 165 / 165 Hz | 4 of 4 | Dolby Vision, HDR10+ | Anti-Glare Low Reflection | 55″, 65″, 75″, 85″, 100″ | Amazon ↗ |
| Hisense U8 (U8QG) 2025 | Mini LED | Mini-LED Pro with anti-glare low-reflection panel | 165 / 165 Hz | 3 of 3 | Dolby Vision, HDR10+ | Anti-Glare Low Reflection | 55″, 65″, 75″, 85″, 100″ | Amazon ↗ |
| TCL QM6K 2025 | Mini LED | QD-Mini LED | 144 / 144 Hz | 2 of 4 | Dolby Vision, HDR10+ | – | 55″, 65″, 75″, 85″, 98″ | Amazon ↗ |
| TCL QM7K 2025 | Mini LED | QD-Mini LED, CrystGlow HVA anti-reflection panel | 144 / 144 Hz | 2 of 4 | Dolby Vision, HDR10+ | CrystGlow HVA (anti-reflection) | 55″, 65″, 75″, 85″, 98″ | Amazon ↗ |
| TCL QM8K 2025 | Mini LED | QD-Mini LED, CrystGlow WHVA anti-reflective panel | 144 / 144 Hz | 2 of 4 | Dolby Vision, HDR10+ | CrystGlow WHVA (anti-reflective) | 65″, 85″, 98″ | Amazon ↗ |

TCL's spec sheets say "4 HDMI" without saying how many take 4K 120 Hz; the "2 of 4" figure comes from independent reviews, as noted in our catalogue. TCL also doesn't publish stand widths, so measure the feet before choosing furniture.

## Weight and size

TCL's QM-series is consistently lighter. At 65 inches, the QM6K weighs 37.4 lb against the U6's 45 lb; at 85 inches, 71.8 lb against 86.6 lb. That makes a difference on a wall mount or a moving day. For the largest screens, Hisense's U7 and U8 come in 100 inches and TCL's three lines in 98 inches: see [98 and 100-inch TVs](/tv-dimensions/100-inch/).

## Picture and panels

Both brands use **quantum dots** with **Mini LED** backlights in every line here, and both support **Dolby Vision and HDR10+**, which LG, Samsung and Sony don't combine. Differences show up in the panels:

- **TCL QM7K and QM8K** use TCL's own **CrystGlow HVA/WHVA** panels with anti-reflection treatment; the QM8K's WHVA is designed for wider viewing angles than standard VA.
- **Hisense U7 and U8** use **anti-glare, low-reflection** panels with native **165 Hz** refresh.
- **Entry lines** (QM6K, U6) have no marketed anti-reflection layer.

Brightness, dimming-zone counts, blooming and viewing angle are where reviews separate these TVs, and they differ by size. Check measured results for the size you'll buy.

## Gaming and PC

| | TCL QM6K / QM7K / QM8K | Hisense U6 | Hisense U7 | Hisense U8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4K 120 Hz+ inputs | 2 of 4 | 2 of 4 | **4 of 4** | 3 + USB-C DP |
| Max refresh | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | **165 Hz** | **165 Hz** |
| VRR | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Dolby Vision gaming | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |

For one console, any of them. For two consoles and a soundbar, the **U7**. For a PC, the **U8** with its USB-C DisplayPort input (rare on a TV), or the U7. See [best TV for a PC monitor](/best-tv-for-pc-monitor/).

## Antenna, smart TV and support

- **ATSC 3.0:** Hisense U7 and U8, and TCL QM8K. The others have ATSC 1.0 tuners. See [ATSC 3.0 TVs](/atsc-3-tvs/).
- **Smart platform:** TCL's QM-series uses **Google TV**; Hisense sells models with Google TV and other platforms, so check the model number. See [smart TV platforms](/smart-tv-platforms/).
- **Stands:** Hisense's U7 and U8 use center pedestals (the U8's is height-adjustable); the U6 has end feet. TCL doesn't publish its stand widths.

## Picks

**Best of the two overall: Hisense U7 Mini-LED (2025)**

- Mini-LED with anti-glare low-reflection panel, 2025 model
- 165 Hz native, VRR up to 165 Hz
- 4K 120 Hz+ on 4 of 4 HDMI inputs
- HDR: Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG
- Tuner: ATSC 3.0
- Anti-reflection: Anti-Glare Low Reflection
- Models: 55″ 55U75QG · 65″ 65U75QG · 75″ 75U75QG · 85″ 85U75QG · 100″ 100U75QG

**Best TCL: TCL QM7K QD-Mini LED**

- QD-Mini LED, CrystGlow HVA anti-reflection panel, 2025 model
- 144 Hz native, VRR up to 144 Hz
- 4K 120 Hz+ on 2 of 4 HDMI inputs
- HDR: Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG
- Tuner: ATSC 1.0
- Anti-reflection: CrystGlow HVA (anti-reflection)
- Models: 55″ 55QM7K · 65″ 65QM7K · 75″ 75QM7K · 85″ 85QM7K · 98″ 98QM7K

## Our take

For **gaming with several devices**, **antenna TV** or a **PC**, Hisense's U7 or U8 has the better input set. For **the lightest TV at a given size**, a **98-inch screen**, or an **anti-reflective panel** in the middle tier, TCL's QM7K or QM8K. Both brands' weak points (processing, off-axis viewing) are best judged from lab reviews.

## Frequently asked questions

### Is TCL or Hisense better?

On paper, Hisense's U7 and U8 have more fast inputs, higher native refresh and ATSC 3.0. TCL's QM lines are lighter and offer anti-reflective panels on the QM7K and QM8K. Compare the exact tier you can afford.

### Which is more reliable, TCL or Hisense?

There's no robust public reliability data that separates the two. Both are among the largest TV makers, and long-term tests (such as RTINGS') show panel and backlight type matter more than brand.

### Are TCL and Hisense good TVs?

Their Mini LED lines offer features found on far more expensive TVs, such as Dolby Vision and HDR10+, 144–165 Hz and local dimming. Lab reviews show processing and viewing angles as their usual weak points.

### Hisense U8 vs TCL QM8K?

The U8 has a native 165 Hz panel, three HDMI 2.1 inputs plus USB-C DisplayPort, and a 100-inch size; the QM8K has an anti-reflective WHVA panel, a 98-inch size, and two 4K 120 Hz inputs. Both have ATSC 3.0.

### Do TCL and Hisense TVs have Dolby Vision?

Yes. Every TCL QM-series and Hisense U-series line we list supports both Dolby Vision and HDR10+.

## Sources

- [Hisense U65QF specifications sheet](https://static.pcrichard.com/docs/55U65QF_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf)
- [Hisense U75QG specifications sheet](https://static.pcrichard.com/docs/55U75QG_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf)
- [Hisense U8QG specifications sheet](https://static.pcrichard.com/docs/55U8QG_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf)
- [TCL QM6K specifications sheet](https://static.pcrichard.com/docs/50QM6K_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf)
- [TCL QM7K specifications sheet](https://static.pcrichard.com/docs/65QM7K_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf)
- [TCL QM8K specifications sheet](https://static.pcrichard.com/docs/65QM8K_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf)
- [RTINGS, Longevity burn-in test: updates and results (reliability by panel type)](https://www.rtings.com/tv/tests/longevity-burn-in-test-updates-and-results)