Hisense - 55" Class U7 Series MiniLED QLED UHD 4K HDR Smart Google TV (2026)

The Hisense U7 series 55-inch TV is our first new large-format TV in almost 20 years. As our old one recently stopped working, this gave us the perfect opportunity to finally upgrade. While the screen diagonal on this model is a bit smaller at 55”, the unit itself is considerably lighter at just under 30.5 lbs without the stand and 37.5 with, compared to the hefty 50 lbs of our previous 60” TV. Its overall profile is also smaller since it has razor thin bezels at the top and side with only a 1/2" chin along the bottom. This TV was simple to set up, and we had it up and running in under 10 minutes after unboxing, attaching the stand, and connecting it to the internet via WiFi. When assembling the stand, you can set the height of the TV to high or low by attaching its supports to different mounting points, though the height difference is only around 1-1/4”. The angled supports both have removable covers at the back that allow you to use them for cord management. You can optionally mount the TV to the wall by removing the four large screws on the back and attaching it to an appropriately sized 400mm x 400mm VESA-compatible and weight-capacitated bracket. The built-in WiFi 6E card lets you to connect to the 6 GHz band for a faster, stronger, and more stable connection, if your network supports it. As the TV uses Google TV as its native OS, you’ll have the option to scan a QR code to set it up using a mobile device or manually log into a Google account using the remote to key in your credentials. It not only supports Google Home and Chromecast but also Apple’s AirPlay and HomeKit. For inputs, the device has four 2.1 HDMI ports and a coaxial for antenna and cable connections. All HDMI ports support 4K @ 165Hz, while only HDMI 3 is eARC compatible, allowing you to transmit high-quality, uncompressed audio like Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and multi-channel surround sound to a compatible soundbar or receiver. It also supports CEC, so you can control the external audio device’s volume and power using the TV’s remote and have both devices power on and off simultaneously. These is an optical audio out port and an Ethernet jack for a wired Internet connection as well. The set has two USB-A ports: the upper one is USB 2.0 which delivers 0.5 A power output, and the lower one is USB 3.0 with 1 A power output and faster data transfer speeds. You can connect a USB stick with photos, music, or movies to view on the TV or use them to power a streaming device. The remote control is backlit and even lights up automatically when the remote is picked up in dim lighting. However, only the “main” function keys in dark gray with white icons are backlit, like settings, volume, channel, mute, and menu; the power and one-touch buttons for various streaming services like Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and YouTube, are not backlit. There is also a dedicated Free TV key that launches Google TV Freeplay for viewing live programming that you don't need to pay a subscription fee to watch, like local news and classic TV shows. I like that the remote does not need a line of site to the TV to work, and it has a customizable favorite button that you can set to change to a specific input or launch a particular app or function. The image quality of the display is amazingly sharp and clear with vivid colors, good contrast, and high brightness even during the day and under bright lighting conditions. The maximum resolution of the display is 4K at 3840 by 2160 pixels and compared to the 1080p that we were used to, has super fine detail and looks very realistic. In addition, you can apply AI enhancement and upscaling for additional improvement to quality and clarity, from motion smoothing to noise reduction. With most of these options set to medium or high, when watching video or movies with fast-paced action, I didn’t notice much blur, digital artifacts, or graininess. Even from a close distance, the pixels are so tiny that I couldn’t make them out. The surface of the display is matte, with an anti-glare/reflection coating, so I did not see many reflections or light halos from windows and fixtures reflected on the display. This TV has an integrated 2.1.2 speaker system on the back, which actually sounds really nice. While not as immersive as a true surround sound system, the virtualized surround sound gives you a sense of depth and movement that's more three-dimensional than stereo alone. That said, the max sound output at 50 Watts is more than it needs. I keep it set at around 15 to 20 out of 100, and when I attempted to listen to higher volumes, the sound started to get deafening and distorted above 50. I’ve not gone above 70 because I'm worried about blowing out the speakers. In lieu of increasing the volume, you can enable voice enhancement to make them clearer and louder without affecting the overall volume level. Another feature that I really like is the ability to connect with multiple Bluetooth devices simultaneously. For example, I connected the display to my Bluetooth gaming controller as well as wireless headphones and was able to privately listen to the television while gaming. With Bluetooth 5.0 or higher audio devices, there was no noticeable delay and perfect voice to video sync. The game controller’s response time was also instant and lag-free. The TV is compatible with various input devices in addition to the remote control, like a Bluetooth keyboard or mouse. Gaming on this TV is great because it has a maximum refresh rate of 165Hz, for games that support it, offering a smoother, more immersive experience compared to lower refresh rates. Both the remote and the TV itself have built-in microphones, so you can use hands-free voice control. Just press and hold the mic icon on the remote to search or give commands to Google’s AI assistant, Gemini. When the TV is on, you can also enable the wake word, “Hey Google,” but if you don't want the mic to be actively listening, there is a physical switch adjacent to its power button that allows you to disable the microphone. Overall, this Hisense television delivers an enjoyable viewing experience through its clear and rich picture quality, great sound, and ease of use. The built-in OS is super smooth and responsive and has everything I need to enjoy movies, music, and gaming on it, with fast internet connectivity, access to apps and streaming services, and multipoint Bluetooth support.

Had been playing with the 55" Hisense U7 model for the 4th day now and coming from my, much more expensive, OLed Tv from my living room i can truly say that this TV it's worth every penny. 🤩Highlights: ->HDR ...The difference in black levels is noticeable — the OLED still wins in shadow detail and uniformity — but the U7 compensates with excellent peak brightness and very punchy color. HDR is where this TV really shines: specular highlights stand out clearly, and in bright scenes the overall contrast can actually look a bit stronger than on my G3 thanks to the U7’s higher sustained brightness. ->🖼️ ...Color accuracy out of the box is solid, and the panel produces a vibrant, high‑impact image that works especially well for HDR movies and sports. ->🚴 ...Motion handling is clean with minimal artifacts, and gaming performance is responsive with low input lag and smooth VRR support. ->💽 ...Google TV interface runs smoothly, and app performance has been one of the best i've encounter going head to head with other much more expensive flagships out there. Now there are few things that i think need some work like the blooming effect while it's not noticeable it's still present and the matte panel does help with viewing angle specially in brighter rooms i feel that it just amplifies a bit the little blooming that's happening in more challenging scenes. Overall, the Hisense U7 offers impressive brightness, strong HDR performance, and great gaming responsiveness, making it a well‑rounded and high‑value option in its price range.

I was excited to evaluate and review the Hisense - 55" Class U7 Series MiniLED QLED UHD 4K HDR Smart Google TV (2026). It arrived well boxed and in perfect new condition with power cord, remote control and heavy duty stand base and legs. The base and legs needed to be assembled and installed and once they were, the Hisense stood up securely and stable. Once plugged in and powered up, the next steep was pairing the nicely designed remote control. It was easy to pair and easy to use. The buttons are well laid out and very intuitive to use. With buttons for YouTube, Netflix, Prime, Disney, Kid and a buttom that can be customized to your desired application or channel. A screensave with numerous photos and videos is included. With a 55" non-glare screen, the Hisense is easy to view in most any location or condition. The room I tested it in was brightly lit by outside sunshine and performed beautifully. It was easy to see and the color did not wash out in the bright light. It is amazing in a darkend environment. The Hisence television was quite easy to set up, download applications to it and modify it to my desired useage. Google TV is the base software driving the Hisense and comes preloaded with the following channels: Google Freeplay (165) Hit Shows (47) Movies (104) Classic TV (66) News & Opinion (58) Reality (136) Local (181) Sports (118) Crime (80) Game Shows (27) Entertainment (98) Comedy (52) Home & Design (38) Food (33) Nature & Travel (49) Lifestyle (67) Daytime (23) Gaming & Anime (21) Kids (71) Music (95) Espanol (201) International (40) Local (181) Miscellaneous (7) Wow! Who needs cable? Seperate accounts for each viewer can be set up. Applications for shows and internet browsing that can be downloaded include: Roku, Hulu. Plex, Tubi, Hisense Channels, Instagram, Vidaa, YouTube Music, Tik Tok, Google, Facebook, DuckDuckGo, Wikipedia and Global Streaming. You must connect the Hisense to your Wi-Fi network to be able to connect to the internet. The Hisense - 55" Class U7 Series MiniLED QLED UHD 4K HDR Smart Google TV (2026) television is a beautiful TV. There is so much content available in a fantastice design and it's quality shines through! I would recommend this to friends and family.