Best For
Best for Gaming
TCL 55V6C-UK
Better Picture Quality
Hisense 55E7Q
Best Smart TV Experience
TCL 55V6C-UK
Best Value for Movies
Hisense 55E7Q
Better Warranty Coverage
Hisense 55E7Q
The TCL 55V6C-UK and Hisense 55E7Q are both 55-inch 4K smart TVs aimed at users looking for strong picture quality, modern gaming features, and streaming support without moving into premium OLED pricing. TCL focuses heavily on gaming and Google TV convenience with Dolby Atmos, AMD FreeSync, and 120Hz FHD gaming support. Meanwhile, the Hisense 55E7Q stands out with its QLED panel, higher brightness, richer colors, and longer 3-year warranty. Both support Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and HDMI 2.1, but their strengths target slightly different buyers depending on whether gaming, smart features, or cinematic picture quality matter more.
Verdict
The Hisense 55E7Q is the better choice for most users who prioritize brighter visuals, QLED color performance, and long-term value thanks to its 3-year warranty. It delivers a more premium movie and sports viewing experience overall. However, the TCL 55V6C-UK is a stronger pick for gamers and users who prefer the flexibility of Google TV with broader app support, hands-free voice control, FreeSync, and 120Hz FHD gaming acceleration.
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| Model No |
55E7Q |
55V6C-UK |
| TV Type |
Smart TV |
Smart TV |
| Screen Size |
55 Inch (139 cm) |
55 Inch (139 cm) |
| Resolution |
4K 3840 x 2160 |
4K 3840 x 2160 |
| Aspect Ratio |
16:9 |
16:9 |
| Motion Rate |
60 Hz |
60 Hz |
| Viewing Angle |
178°/178° |
178°/178° |
| USB |
| USB Version |
: 2.0 |
| Supported Audio Formats |
: AAC, M4A, MP2, MP3, WMA |
| Supported Video Formats |
: 3GP, ASF, AVI, DAT, FLV, MKV, MOV, MP4, MPEG, MPG, VOB, WEBM |
| Supported Picture Formats |
: JPEG, BMP, PNG, GIF |
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| USB Version |
: 2.0 |
| Supported Audio Formats |
: PCM, MPEG1/2/4, AAC, & WMA |
| Supported Video Formats |
: MP4, MKV, AVI, MOV & H.264, H.265 ( HEVC ), VP9 |
| Supported Picture Formats |
: HEIF, JPG, PNG, BMP |
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| Video |
| Backlight |
: 4K UHD QLED |
| HLG |
: Yes |
| HDR |
: Yes |
| MEMC |
: Yes |
| HDR10 |
: Yes |
| HDR10+ |
: Yes |
| Dolby Vision |
: Yes |
| AI 4K Upscaler |
: Yes |
| Eye Care Mode |
: Yes |
| Filmmaker Mode |
: Yes |
| Backlight Control |
: Yes |
| Wide Color Gamut |
: Yes |
| Quantum Dot Colour |
: Yes |
| HEVC ( H.265 ) Decoder |
: Yes |
| Dynamic Backlight Control |
: Yes |
| Response Time |
: 8 ms |
| Mooth Motion Rate |
: 120Hz |
| Native Contrast Ratio |
: 4000: 1 |
| Typical Brightness Of White |
: 350 Nits |
| Colour Depth |
: 8 Bit + FRC |
| Picture Mode |
: Standard, Cinema Day, Cinema Night, Dynamic, Sports |
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| Backlight |
: 4K UHD Direct LED |
| HLG |
: Yes |
| MEMC |
: Yes |
| AI HDR |
: Yes |
| HDR10 |
: Yes |
| HDR 10+ |
: Yes |
| AI Scene |
: Yes |
| AI Clarity |
: Yes |
| AI Colour |
: Yes |
| AI Motion |
: Yes |
| AI Contrast |
: Yes |
| HVA Screen |
: Yes |
| Dolby Vision |
: Yes |
| Multiple Eye Care |
: Yes |
| Dynamic Colour Enhancement |
: Yes |
| Response Time |
: 6.5 ms |
| Contrast Ratio |
: 5000:1 |
| Wide Color Gamut |
: 81% DCI-P3 |
| Picture Engine |
: AiPQ Engine |
| Brightness |
: 270 Nits ( Typ ) |
| Refresh Rate |
: 50 / 60Hz / 120Hz FHD |
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| Audio |
| Sound Output ( RMS ) |
: 2 X 10 W |
| Dolby Digital |
: Yes |
| Lip-Sync Adjustment |
: Yes |
| Audio Enhancement |
: Dolby MS12, DTS X |
| Sound Mode |
: Stand, Theatre, Music, Speech, Late Night, Sports |
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| Sound Output Power ( RMS ) |
: 2 X 10 W |
| Dolby Atmos |
: Yes |
| DTS Premuim Sound |
: DTS-Virtual X |
| Sound Channel |
: 2.0 Sound System |
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| Connectivity Options |
| HDMI ( 2.1 ) |
: 3 |
| USB ( 2.0 ) |
: 2 |
| RF Input |
: 1 |
| AV Input 1 |
: Yes |
| Bluetooth 5.0 |
: Yes |
| Earphone Jack |
: Yes |
| Ethernet / LAN |
: Yes |
| CEC - Via HDMI |
: Yes |
| DLNA Compliance |
: Yes |
| Optical Digital Audio Output ( SPDIF ) |
: Yes |
| HDMI Type 4K@60Hz With HDCP Version 2.2 |
: Yes |
| Enhanced Audio Return Channel ( eARC ) |
: HDMI 3 |
| Wi-Fi Bands |
: 2.4, 5.0Ghz |
| Wi-Fi Protocols IEEE 802.11 |
: a, b, g, n, ac |
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| HDMI ( 2.1 ) |
: 3 |
| USB ( 2.0 ) |
: 1 |
| WiFi 5 |
: Yes |
| CI Slot |
: Yes |
| HDMI ARC |
: Yes |
| Ethernet / LAN |
: Yes |
| Bluetooth SBC 5.2 |
: Yes |
| Digital Audio Output |
: Optical |
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| Smart TV Features |
| Operating System |
: VIDAA Smart TV |
| Netflix |
: Yes |
| YouTube |
: Yes |
| App Store |
: Yes |
| Share To TV |
: Yes |
| Prime Video |
: Yes |
| Voice Control |
: Yes |
| Voice Command |
: Yes |
| Freeview Plus - HbbTV 2.0 |
: Yes |
| Web Browser |
: Odin |
| Screen Mirroring |
: Screen Sharing |
| Bvod Services |
: Iview, SBS On Demand, 9Now,Tenplay |
| Installed Applications |
: Netflix, Youtube, Disney+, Stan, AppleTV+, Prime Video |
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| Operating System |
: Google TV |
| RAM |
: 2 GB |
| ROM |
: 16 GB |
| Netflix |
: Yes |
| Spotify |
: Yes |
| YouTube |
: Yes |
| AppleTV+ |
: Yes |
| Video Chat |
: Yes |
| Prime Video |
: Yes |
| Voice Control |
: Yes |
| Works With Alexa |
: Yes |
| Google Play Store |
: Yes |
| Google Assistant Built-In |
: Yes |
| Hands Free Voice Control |
: Yes |
| Screen Mirroring |
: Miracast & Google Cast |
| Supporting Apps |
: All 4,Amazon Prime Video,BBC iPlayer,Disney+,Google TV,HBO,ITV Hub,ITV X,My5,NOW TV,Netflix,Twitch,Y |
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| Other Features |
| Design |
: Bezel-Less Design |
| Sleep Timer |
: Yes |
| On, Off Timer |
: Yes |
| Program Lock |
: Yes |
| Inputs Access |
: Yes |
| AI Light Sensor |
: Yes |
| Keyboard Lock |
: Yes |
| Power On Volume |
: Yes |
| Power Off If No Signal |
: Yes |
| Maximum Volume Lock |
: Yes |
| OSD Transparency Control |
: Yes |
| Power On Source Selection |
: Yes |
| Power On RF Channel Selection |
: Yes |
| Sub-Menu Lock, Including Tuning Lock |
: Yes |
| Clone Function For Programs, Sound And Image Settings |
: Yes |
| MPEG4 ( H.264 ), H.265 Decoder |
: Yes, Yes |
| DTV Recording ( EPG Scheduling, Start From Standby ) |
: Yes, Yes |
| Power On Mode ( On, Standby, Last ) |
: Yes, Yes, Yes |
| HDR For Luminance ( DMP, Netflix, HDMI ) |
: Yes, Yes, Yes |
| Warranty |
: 36 Month Warranty |
| Zoom Function Settings |
: Auto, 16:9, 4:3, Movie Zoom |
| Time Shift |
: Refer To Area List + PVR Sheet |
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| Design |
: Metallic Bezel-Less Design |
| Main Color |
: Black |
| Sleep Timer |
: Yes |
| USB Playback |
: Yes |
| Quick Settings |
: Yes |
| Auto Power Off |
: Yes |
| Manufacturer Warranty |
: 2 Year |
| Digital Signal Format System |
: DVB-C,DVB-S2,DVB-T2 |
| EPG |
: Yes ( For DTV Programme Only ) |
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| General Details |
| Power Supply |
: AC 100~240V, 50Hz / 60Hz |
| Power Consumption Standby |
: < 0.5 W |
| Weight Without Stand |
: 10.9 Kg |
| Weight With Stand |
: 11.0 Kg |
| Weight Packaged |
: 16.3 Kg |
| VESA Wall Mount Compatible |
: 200 mm X 400 mm |
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| Power Supply |
: AC 100 - 240V, 50 Hz, 60 Hz |
| On Mode Power Demand In HDR |
: 90 W |
| On Mode Power Demand In SDR |
: 55 W |
| Power Consumption Standby |
: 0.5 W |
| Energy Efficiency ClassFor HDR |
: G |
| Energy Efficiency Class For SDR |
: E |
| Weight Without Stand |
: 9.30 Kg |
| Weight With Stand |
: 9.70 Kg |
| Weight With Packaging |
: 13.40 Kg |
| VESA Wall Mount Compatible |
: 200 mm X 200 mm |
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| Supplied Accessories |
| Remote Control |
: Yes |
| 2 Stands |
: Yes |
| 4 Screws |
: Yes |
| Power Cord |
: Yes |
| User Manual |
: Yes |
| 2 AAA Batteries |
: Yes |
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| Remote Control |
: Yes |
| Power Cord |
: Yes |
| 2N Batteries |
: Yes |
| User Manual |
: Yes |
| Quick Start Guide |
: Yes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which product is better for gaming?
The TCL 55V6C-UK is better for gaming because it includes AMD FreeSync, 120Hz Game Accelerator in FHD, ALLM, and Google TV gaming support.
Does TCL 55V6C-UK support Dolby Atmos?
Yes, the TCL 55V6C-UK supports Dolby Atmos along with DTS Virtual:X audio enhancement.
Which TV has better picture quality?
The Hisense 55E7Q delivers better picture quality overall due to its QLED panel, higher brightness, and wider color performance.
Which smart TV platform is better?
Google TV on the TCL 55V6C-UK offers a richer app ecosystem and smoother smart experience compared to the VIDAA platform on the Hisense 55E7Q.
Does Hisense 55E7Q support gaming features?
Yes, the Hisense 55E7Q supports VRR, ALLM, Game Mode Plus, and Game Bar features for console gaming.
Which TV offers better long-term value?
The Hisense 55E7Q offers stronger long-term value because of its QLED display quality and included 3-year warranty coverage.
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