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Best for Gaming
Hisense 55U7Q PRO
Better Picture Quality
Hisense 55U8QG
Better Sound Quality
Hisense 55U8QG
Best Smart TV Experience
Hisense 55U8QG
The Hisense 55U8QG and Hisense 55U7Q PRO are both premium 55-inch 4K Mini-LED TVs built with gamers and home entertainment enthusiasts in mind. They share key features such as a 165Hz refresh rate, VRR, ALLM, Quantum Dot color, and Dolby Vision support, making either a strong choice for modern gaming consoles and streaming. However, the two models differ in display brightness, smart platform, audio performance, connectivity, and overall premium features. If you're deciding between them, the right choice depends on whether you prioritize flagship picture quality or better long-term value.
Verdict
The Hisense 55U8QG is the better choice for buyers seeking the highest picture quality, brighter HDR performance, premium audio, and the flexibility of Google TV. Its significantly higher peak brightness, advanced local dimming, and superior speaker system make it ideal for demanding users. The Hisense 55U7Q PRO, meanwhile, offers excellent gaming features, four HDMI 2.1 ports, and a longer warranty, making it a compelling value option for gamers and everyday home entertainment.
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| Model No |
55U8QG |
55U7Q PRO |
| 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 |
165 Hz |
165 Hz |
| Viewing Angle |
178°/178° |
178°/178° |
| USB |
| USB Version |
: 3.0, 2.0 |
| Supported Audio Formats |
: MPEG, WMA, FLAC, MP3, AAC, WAV, OPUS |
| Supported Video Formats |
: HEVC, AVC, WEBM, MPEG, MOV, WMV, FLV, TS, MKV, MP4, AVI |
| Supported Picture Formats |
: GIF, PNG, BMP, JPEG |
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| USB Version |
: 2.0 |
| Supported Audio Formats |
: WMA, FLAC, MP3, WAV |
| Supported Video Formats |
: AVI, MP4, MKV, TS, FLV, WMV, MOV, WEBM |
| Supported Picture Formats |
: JPEG, BMP, PNG, GIF |
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| Video |
| Backlight |
: 4K UHD Mini-LED PRO ULED |
| HLG |
: Yes |
| MEMC |
: Yes |
| HDR10 |
: Yes |
| HDR 10+ |
: Yes |
| Dolby Vision |
: Yes |
| Dolby Vision IQ |
: Yes |
| AI HDR Upscaler |
: Yes |
| HDR10+ Adaptive |
: Yes |
| Film Maker Mode |
: Yes |
| Wide Color Gamut |
: Yes |
| Total HDR Solution |
: Yes |
| Quantum Dot Colour |
: Yes |
| Anti-Reflection Screen |
: Yes |
| Full Array Local Dimming |
: Yes |
| Anti-Reflection PRO Screen |
: Yes |
| Local Dimming Zones |
: 1008 |
| Motion Rate |
: 480Hz |
| Peak Brightness |
: Up To 5,000 Nits |
| AI PQ Engine |
: Hi-View AI Engine Pro |
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| Backlight |
: 4K UHD ULED MINI-LED PRO |
| HLG |
: Yes |
| HDR |
: Yes |
| MEMC |
: Yes |
| HDR10 |
: Yes |
| HDR10+ |
: Yes |
| AI Picture |
: Yes |
| 4K Upscaling |
: Yes |
| Anti Reflection |
: Yes |
| AI 4K Upscaler |
: Yes |
| Dolby Vision IQ |
: 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 |
: 6 ms |
| Mooth Motion Rate |
: 240Hz |
| Native Contrast Ratio |
: 4000: 1 |
| Colour Depth |
: 8Bit+FRC |
| Picture Engine |
: High View AI Engine PRO |
| Typical Brightness Of White |
: 500 Nit（ Peaking 1600 Nits ) |
| Picture Mode |
: Standard, Enhanced ( ACR ), Filmmaker, Cinema, Engergy Saving, Dynamic, Sports |
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| Audio |
| Audio Output Power ( RMS ) |
: 66 W |
| Dolby Atmos |
: Yes |
| IMAX Enhanced |
: Yes |
| Built-In Subwoofer |
: Yes |
| Soundsend Certified |
: Yes |
| Speaker Configuration |
: 4.1.2 Multi-Channel Audio |
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| Sound Output ( RMS ) |
: 2 X 10 W ( Main ) + 20 W ( Subwoofer ) + 2 X 5 W ( Side ) |
| Dolby Digital |
: Yes |
| Lip-Sync Adjustment |
: Yes |
| Audio Enhancement |
: Dolby ATMOS |
| Sound System |
: 2.1.2 Multi-Channel Surround |
| Sound Mode |
: Standard, Enhanced ( ACR ), Theatre, Music, Speech, Late Night, Sports |
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| Connectivity Options |
| HDMI ( 2.1 ) |
: 3 |
| USB ( 3.0 + 2.0 ) |
: 2 ( USB 3.0 X 1, USB 2.0 X 1 ) |
| USB-C |
: Yes |
| Ethernet / LAN |
: Yes |
| Bluetooth™ 5.3 |
: Yes |
| Built-In Bluetooth |
: Yes |
| Earphone, Audio Output |
: Yes |
| L / R Audio Input For Composite |
: Yes |
| Digital Audio Output |
: Optical |
| Wi-Fi Built In |
: Wifi 6E |
| RCA Composite Video Input |
: Mini Jack |
| HDMI eARC |
: HDMI-3 eARC |
| WiFi Technology |
: 802.11 abgn/ac/ax-2.4G, 5G, 6G |
| RF Antenna |
: NTSC, Clear QAM, ATSC 3.0 ( NextGen TV ) |
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| HDMI ( 2.1 ) |
: 4 |
| 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 |
| Wi-Fi Bands |
: 2.4, 5.6 |
| Enhanced Audio Return Channel ( eARC ) |
: HDMI 3 |
| Wi-Fi Protocols IEEE 802.11 |
: a, b, g, n, ac |
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| Smart TV Features |
| Operating System |
: Google TV |
| Smart TV |
: Yes |
| AI Energy |
: Yes |
| AI Clear Voice |
: Yes |
| Calman Ready |
: Yes |
| AI Sports Mode |
: Yes |
| Smart Home Ready |
: Yes |
| Far Field Mic, Hands Free |
: Yes |
| Hands-Free Voice Control |
: Yes |
| Works with Amazon Alexa |
: Yes |
| Alexa |
: Works With Alexa |
| Google Assistant |
: Google Assistant Built-in |
| Apple Home Kit |
: Works With Apple HomeKit, Airplay |
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| Operating System |
: VIDAA Smart TV |
| Netflix |
: Yes |
| Airplay |
: Yes |
| YouTube |
: Yes |
| App Store |
: Yes |
| Prime Video |
: Yes |
| Voice Control |
: Yes |
| Hands Free Voice Control |
: Yes |
| Freeview Plus - HbbTV 2.0 |
: Yes |
| Web Browser |
: Odin |
| Screen Mirroring |
: Anyview Cast |
| Installed Applications |
: Netflix, Youtube, Prime Video…… |
| Bvod Services |
: Iview, SBS On Demand, 9Now, Tenplay |
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| Other Features |
| Design |
: Bezel-Less Design |
| Sleep Timer |
: Yes |
| Parental Control |
: Yes |
| Noise Reduction |
: Yes |
| Warranty |
: 2 Year Warranty |
| Menu Languages |
: English, French, Spanish |
| Dual Position Stand |
: Height Adjustable Pedestal Stand |
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| Design |
: Elegant Design |
| Time Shift |
: Yes |
| Sleep Timer |
: Yes |
| On, Off Timer |
: Yes |
| Program Lock |
: Yes |
| Inputs Access |
: Yes |
| Keyboard Lock |
: Yes |
| Power On Volume |
: Yes |
| Power Off If No Signal |
: Yes |
| AI Chroma Light Sensor |
: 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, 4:3,21:9, Movie Zoom, Dot To Dot |
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| General Details |
| Power Supply |
: AC 100V~240V，50Hz / 60Hz |
| Power Consumption |
: 220 W |
| Power Consumption Standby |
: ≤0.5 W |
| Weight Without Stand |
: 17.9 Kg |
| Weight With Stand |
: 23.5 Kg |
| Shipping Weight |
: 29.8 Kg |
| VESA Wall Mount Compatible |
: 400 mm X 400 mm |
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| Power Supply |
: AC 100~240V, 50Hz / 60Hz |
| Power Consumption Standby |
: < 0.5 W |
| Weight Without Stand |
: 14.2 Kg |
| Weight With Stand |
: 15.2 Kg |
| Weight Packaged |
: 19.8 Kg |
| VESA Wall Mount Compatible |
: 400 mm X 200 mm |
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| Supplied Accessories |
| Remote Control |
: Back-Lit Voice Remote With G-Sensor |
| Power Cord |
: Yes |
| User Manual |
: Yes |
| Quick Setup Guide |
: Yes |
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| Remote Control |
: Yes |
| 2 Stands |
: Yes |
| 4 Screws |
: Yes |
| Power Cord |
: Yes |
| User Manual |
: Yes |
| 2 AAA Batteries |
: Yes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which product is better for gaming?
Both TVs deliver excellent gaming performance with 165Hz, VRR, and ALLM. However, the Hisense 55U7Q PRO has four HDMI 2.1 ports, making it more convenient for users with multiple gaming devices.
Does Hisense 55U8QG support Dolby Atmos?
Yes. The Hisense 55U8QG supports Dolby Atmos and features a powerful 4.1.2-channel speaker system with a built-in subwoofer for a more immersive audio experience.
Which TV offers better HDR performance?
The Hisense 55U8QG provides noticeably stronger HDR performance thanks to its peak brightness of up to 5,000 nits and over 1,000 local dimming zones, delivering greater contrast and highlight detail.
Which smart TV platform is better?
The Hisense 55U8QG runs Google TV with built-in Google Assistant, Alexa, and Apple HomeKit support, while the 55U7Q PRO uses VIDAA Smart TV. Google TV generally offers a broader app ecosystem and a more versatile smart experience.
Which TV offers better long-term value?
The Hisense 55U7Q PRO offers strong value with flagship gaming features, four HDMI 2.1 ports, and a 36-month warranty, making it an attractive choice for buyers looking to maximize features within their budget.
Top Differences- Display Technology: 4K UHD Mini-LED PRO ULED Vs 4K UHD ULED MINI-LED PRO
- HDMI Ports: 3 Vs 4
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