Hisense - 55" Class U8 Series MiniLED QLED UHD 4K HDR Smart Google TV (2025)
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- Key Specs
- Display Type: LED
- Resolution: 4K (2160p) (Refers to the number of pixels, both horizontally and vertically, used to capture video/images. The higher the resolution the finer the detail that can be seen.)
- Screen Size Class: 55 inches (The group size measurement of a screen. This differs from a screen size measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- High Dynamic Range (HDR): true (An HDR-compatible 4K TV or other HDR-compatible product displays HDR video content when it's available from sources like 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Discs and 4K streaming services.)
- High Dynamic Range Format: Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) (There are a few HDR formats that tell the TV or other HDR-compatible product how to best utilize its capabilities to display HDR content. HDR technology can support one or multiple formats, each with various benefits to picture quality.)
- LED Panel Type: Mini-LED QLED
- Backlight Type: Full Array Local Dimming (Edge-lit: lights are on the edges of the display with ~10 zones of vertical LEDs. Direct-lit: lights are on the edges and behind the screen for more light uniformity than Edge-lit. Full array: direct-lit with local dimming for greater contrast with up to 100 zones of LEDs.)
- Refresh Rate: 165Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
- Motion Enhancement Technology: Motion Rate 480 (Proprietary technologies produced in addition to the Refresh Rate that smooth out faster moving pictures to reduce blur and pixelation.)
- Specific Manufacturer Technologies: Mini-LED Pro with up to 5000 nits, Native 165Hz Panel & Game Mode Ultra, Hi-View AI Engine Pro, 4.1.2 Multi-Channel Surround, Anti-Reflection Pro (This is technology that's specific to a TV brand (sometimes called proprietary technology). Here you'll see terms related to picture quality, brightness, processors and more.)
- Smart Platform: Google TV (Just like a computer, a smart TV needs an operating system (also called a smart platform) in order to access the Internet, connect with entertainment apps, and play streaming content. Some common TV smart platforms are; Roku TV, Android TV, and Chromecast.)
- Featured Streaming Services: Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, Apple TV+, Peacock, YouTube, YouTube TV, Sling TV, Tubi, Twitch, Google Play Movies & TV, Paramount+, Max (Streaming services and other programs are available on this device. Keep in mind, there may be more services supported than just those shown here.)
- Number of HDMI Inputs (Total): 3
- TV Tuner Type: ATSC 3.0 (NextGen TV), NTSC, Clear QAM
- Works With: Amazon Alexa, Apple Home, Google Home (Compatible with or able to be connected to other smart devices or applications.)
- Voice Assistant Built-in: Google Assistant (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
- General
- Brand: Hisense
- Model Number: 55U8QG
- Product Name: 55" Class U8 Series MiniLED QLED UHD 4K HDR Smart Google TV (2025)
- Color: Black
- Series: U8QG Mini-LED (Part of a group of the same product type with similar features.)
- Model Year: 2025
- Dimensions
- Product Height With Stand: 29.4 inches
- Product Width: 48.4 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth With Stand: 11.4 inches
- Product Height Without Stand: 28.1 inches
- Product Depth Without Stand: 1.9 inches
- Product Weight With Stand: 51.8 pounds
- Product Weight Without Stand: 39.5 pounds
- Stand Width: 15.7 inches (The horizontal measurement of the stand/base, or the distance from the outside of one leg to the outside of the opposite leg, as it is attached to the product.)
- Stand Depth: 11.4 inches
- Adjustable Stand Width: false (Whether the stand can adjust to have more than one measurement either between the legs or the base itself.)
- Display
- Display Type: LED
- Resolution: 4K (2160p) (Refers to the number of pixels, both horizontally and vertically, used to capture video/images. The higher the resolution the finer the detail that can be seen.)
- Screen Size: 54.6 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Size Class: 55 inches (The group size measurement of a screen. This differs from a screen size measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- High Dynamic Range (HDR): true (An HDR-compatible 4K TV or other HDR-compatible product displays HDR video content when it's available from sources like 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Discs and 4K streaming services.)
- High Dynamic Range Format: Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) (There are a few HDR formats that tell the TV or other HDR-compatible product how to best utilize its capabilities to display HDR content. HDR technology can support one or multiple formats, each with various benefits to picture quality.)
- Picture Quality Enhancement Technology: Quantum HDR
- LED Panel Type: Mini-LED QLED
- Backlight Type: Full Array Local Dimming (Edge-lit: lights are on the edges of the display with ~10 zones of vertical LEDs. Direct-lit: lights are on the edges and behind the screen for more light uniformity than Edge-lit. Full array: direct-lit with local dimming for greater contrast with up to 100 zones of LEDs.)
- Curved Screen: false
- Refresh Rate: 165Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
- Motion Enhancement Technology: Motion Rate 480 (Proprietary technologies produced in addition to the Refresh Rate that smooth out faster moving pictures to reduce blur and pixelation.)
- Synchronization Technology: FreeSync Premium Pro (AMD Adaptive Sync) (Generally, these technologies allow syncing between a computer/console game's frame rate and the device's refresh rate for a smoother display without tearing.)
- Closed Captioning: true (The text version of spoken audio displayed on the screen. Devices that can display closed captioning typically have the option to toggle the feature on or off.)
- Language(s) Displayed: English, Spanish, French (The available language options for displayed text or captions.)
- Features
- Remote Control Type: Voice control, Backlit
- Specific Manufacturer Technologies: Mini-LED Pro with up to 5000 nits, Native 165Hz Panel & Game Mode Ultra, Hi-View AI Engine Pro, 4.1.2 Multi-Channel Surround, Anti-Reflection Pro (This is technology that's specific to a TV brand (sometimes called proprietary technology). Here you'll see terms related to picture quality, brightness, processors and more.)
- Smart Capable: true (Smart, or smart-capable devices are able to connect directly to your home network in order to stream content from the Internet, run Internet-based apps, or connect to other smart devices.)
- Smart Platform: Google TV (Just like a computer, a smart TV needs an operating system (also called a smart platform) in order to access the Internet, connect with entertainment apps, and play streaming content. Some common TV smart platforms are; Roku TV, Android TV, and Chromecast.)
- Featured Streaming Services: Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, Apple TV+, Peacock, YouTube, YouTube TV, Sling TV, Tubi, Twitch, Google Play Movies & TV, Paramount+, Max (Streaming services and other programs are available on this device. Keep in mind, there may be more services supported than just those shown here.)
- Screen Mirroring: true (Casts the screen of one device onto another wirelessly, using a common protocol (typically Bluetooth).)
- Screen Mirroring Technology: Apple AirPlay, Chromecast
- Content Sharing: Mobile to TV (The device is capable of connecting to another device in order to send or receive streaming content. Share content from your mobile device to your TV or vice versa.)
- Indoor Or Outdoor Use: Indoor (Indicates the appropriate environment product was designed to be used in.)
- Video Description: true (Indicates whether the device features descriptive video service (DVS). This service provides narration of key elements in the program, such as actions, costumes, and scene changes, to help engage visually-impaired audiences.)
- V-Chip: true (Feature that blocks television programming if it has a content rating outside of the acceptable rating(s) configured by the user.)
- TV Tuner: Digital (The ATSC TV Tuner is a component built into conventional TV sets or other devices for receiving over-the-air broadcast TV without a cable/satellite box. Digital tuners may be purchased separately and connected to a device if it does not have one built in.)
- Connectivity
- Number of HDMI Inputs (Total): 3
- Display Connector(s): 3 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x Composite video (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- Network Connector(s): 1 x LAN
- Audio Only Outputs: 1 x Optical digital audio, 1 x 3.5mm audio
- USB Ports: 1 x USB-A 3.0, 1 x USB-A 2.0 (The number and type of USB ports the product has.)
- HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC): eARC
- Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- TV Tuner Type: ATSC 3.0 (NextGen TV), NTSC, Clear QAM
- RF Antenna Input: true (This input is used to connect devices such as antennas or cable boxes to a TV via a coaxial cable.)
- Number Of USB Port(s) (Total): 2 (The total number of USB ports including all generations and versions.)
- Wireless Networking Standard: Wi-Fi 6E (The wireless networking standard used by the device. Each iteration of the standard developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance corresponds to an existing IEEE 802.11 protocol; for example, standard 802.11ac (or AC) is termed Wi-Fi 5. Refers specifically to the standard the device is designed to use, but ultimately determines product interoperability and backward compatibility including previous versions.)
- Headphone Jack: true (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
- Compatibility
- VESA Wall Mount Standard: 400mm x 400mm (VESA wall mount standards refer to the spacing of screw holes built into a TV in order to fit with standard TV wall mounts. These standards are implemented into most TVs and monitors.)
- Works With: Amazon Alexa, Apple Home, Google Home (Compatible with or able to be connected to other smart devices or applications.)
- Voice Assistant Built-in: Google Assistant (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
- Audio
- Built-In Speakers: true
- Surround Sound Supported: Dolby Atmos, Surround Sound, DTS Virtual:X, IMAX Enhanced (Surround sound systems use multiple audio channels and speakers to create an immersive sound experience for the listener. There are also various proprietary technologies that imitate this kind of sound via a device's built-in speakers or soundbar.)
- Speaker Output: 66 watts
- Number Of Speakers: 8
- Number of Audio Channels: 4.1 (The number of discrete channels of sound output. This can be a single number or multiple numbers separated by decimal(s). The first number is the primary, horizontally directed audio channels. The number after the first decimal, if applicable, is the number of subwoofer outputs or channels. The number after the second decimal, if applicable, is the number of height or atmospheric channels designed to immerse the listener by producing overhead sound effects.)
- Power
- ENERGY STAR Certified: false (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
- EPEAT Qualified: false (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria.)
- Estimated Annual Operating Cost: 43 United States dollars (Predicted cost of operating the product under average conditions for one year.)
- Estimated Annual Electricity Use: 264 kilowatt hours (Predicted amount of electricity needed to operate the product under average conditions for one year.)
- Rechargeable Battery (Remote Control): false
- Included
- Wall Mount Included: false
- Stand Included: true
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 2 years
- Warranty - Labor: 2 year
- Box Dimension
- Height: 34 inches
- Width: 6.5 inches
- Depth: 58 inches
- CubicDimension: 12818 inches
- Other
- UPC: 888143021737
The Hisense U8 Series is an award-winning TV that makes for the ultimate game-watching experience. It’s enhanced with Mini-LED Pro technology, reaching up to 5,000 nits peak brightness for even sharper contrasts, brighter lighting and more dramatic shadows. Soak up over a billion vibrant shades on your screen with QLED Color. The 165Hz Native Refresh Rate and Anti-Glare Low Reflection Pro panel technology helps you see it all clearly without any interference. And Dolby Atmos along with an up to 82W 4.1.2 Multi-Channel Audio System bring all the sounds of the cinema right to your living room.
- MiniLED Pro | Up to 5000 nits Peak Brightness | Up to 5600 Local Dimming Zones: See the realism of every shadow cast by the players and the ball. When your TV is backlit by thousands of tiny LEDs, your viewing experience gets even more precise. Think of the LEDs like thousands of pinpoints of light illuminating your screen. And Full Array Local Dimming creates deeper shadows and brighter highlights, while virtually eliminating halos.
- Hi-View AI Engine Pro: Enjoy the game from home, but feel like you’re there. Powered by the Hisense proprietary chipset, Hi-View AI Engine Pro automatically optimizes the picture and sound based on the content you are watching. This intelligent feature detects, analyzes and adjusts the details, depth and appearance of everything you watch or play, making every visual even more realistic.
- Native 165Hz Panel, Game Booster 288: Turbo power your gaming! The Native 165Hz Panel has a Variable Refresh Rate of 48Hz to 165Hz, almost as fast as your reaction time. AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, Auto Low Latency Mode and Low Latency MEMC eliminate screen tearing and controller lag. And with our new Game Bar you can control multiple game settings right from your TV remote and on-screen display.
- Enhanced Game Bar: Enjoy your gaming dashboard and manage performance in real time. Seamlessly adjust settings and monitor gameplay data as you play. Lead the moment. Play to win.
- Anti-Reflection Pro: Keep your eye on the ball all day and all night long. Anti-Reflection Pro incorporates a special coating into the liquid crystal layer of the screen to minimize glare and reflections, so you can see the picture in all of its vibrancy and detail without any interference.
- 4.1.2 Channel with Dolby Atmos: Immerse yourself in all the game sounds: cheers from fans, whistle blows from refs and calls from commentators. The 4.1.2 Multi-Channel Surround creates a captivating home theater experience with left and right primary speakers, left and right surround channels, a built?in subwoofer with deep bass and two up-firing speakers that project sound above you.
- QLED Color - Pantone Validated: See the exact hue of every blade of grass on the field and every line on the court. QLED Color is made up of quantum dots—very small particles with the ability to display over a billion shades of color. This feature renders every frame with rich, vibrant and realistic color, ensuring that even the most minute details stand out.
- Total HDR Solution: See every basket and goal in all its glory. Total HDR Solution distinguishes between the colors you perceive on screen. That means ink-black blacks, not muddled tones and brighter, more vibrant colors with every HDR format, including Dolby Vision IQ, HDR 10+Adaptive, HDR 10, HLG and Advanced HDR by Technicolor.
- IMAX Enhanced: It’s like watching the game at the movie theater—invite your friends. Certified by the IMAX corporation and Hollywood’s leading tech specialists, this IMAX-Enhanced feature delivers cinema-picture quality and DTS-powered audio immersion straight to your TV.
- Filmmaker Mode: Watch classic shows and movies just as the filmmaker intended. Filmmaker Mode shows you the picture as it was originally envisioned, before it was adapted for every audience. This feature automatically adjusts your settings, so you can experience the original aspect ratio, frame rate, color and audio.
- AI Scenario: Escape complex settings while enjoying the best-matching picture modes that switch on in response to on-screen content, whether it's movies, sports, or games.
- AI HDR Upscaler: Hisense TVs boast advanced AI detection and contrast enhancement technologies. SDR content can be refined to HDR-like quality with perfect details, enriched colors and deep contrast.
- AI Chroma Light Sensor: Whether it's a bright sunny day or rouge winter evening, AI Chroma Light Sensor automatically senses and adjusts brightness and color temperature, for a picture that matches the moment. Always the right ambiance, always the best view.
- Full HDMI 2.1 & Multi-Functional USB-C: Hisense brings a USB-C port to TV, making it easier than ever to connect, share, and charge—all with a single cable. Cast your screen in up to 4K at 165Hz, transfer files via flash drives, or power your devices with 10W charging. Paired with Full HDMI 2.1 support, the TV is ready for high-speed gaming and next-gen connections.
- WiFi 6E Enabled: WiFi 6E adds access to the 6GHz band, reducing interference and delivering faster, more stable connections than WiFi 5—ideal for 4K/8K streaming, cloud gaming, and heavy device usage.
- Adjustable Height Design: With its Sleek Pure Metal stand and bezel-less design, this TV offers a modern aesthetic that keeps the focus on what matters most—the picture. The Adjustable Height on the 55", 65", 75", and 85" models lets you fit your soundbar perfectly underneath, creating a clean, streamlined setup.
- Hi-Concerto: Embraced by surround sound from both your TV and Hisense soundbar. With Hi-Concerto, both devices work in tandem, building up a simple home theater without the fuss of additional cables or hardware.
- Google TV: Entertainment you love. With a little help from Google. Google TV brings together movies, shows, live TV and more from across your apps and subscriptions and organizes them just for you.
- Backlit Voice Remote: The Backlit Voice Remote offers convenience with Lift to Light for illuminated keys, a Customized Favorite Key for quick app access, and Find My Remote to help you never lose it. Ambient Light Sensing adjusts the backlight based on your TV’s light sensor. Effortless control, day or night.
- Multiple Sizes: Hisense offers a full range of screen sizes ready to seamlessly fit into your home, no matter your needs.
Whats Included
- Television
- Stand
- Power Cable
- Remote
- QSG & User Manual
Documents
- Energy_Guide_PDF
Disclaimers
- Web-based services and content require high-speed Internet service. Some services may require a subscription.
Q: What is the resolution of this Hisense TV?
A: This Hisense TV has 4K Ultra HD (2160p) resolution.
Q: What audio technology does this Hisense TV support?
A: This TV supports Dolby Atmos for immersive sound.
Q: How does the anti-reflection feature work on this TV?
A: The Anti-Reflection Pro feature uses a special filter on the screen to minimize glare and reflections.
Q: Does this Hisense TV have local dimming?
A: Yes, it has Full Array Local Dimming which creates deeper shadows and brighter highlights, while virtually eliminating halos.
Q: What is the refresh rate in Game Mode Ultra on this Hisense TV?
A: The 165Hz Game Mode Ultra has a Variable Refresh Rate of 48Hz to 165Hz.
Q: Which smart platform does this Hisense TV use?
A: This Hisense TV uses the Google TV platform.
Q: What is the peak brightness of this Hisense TV?
A: The Hisense U8 Series TV reaches up to 5,000 nits peak brightness.
A: 55 inch model uses ips-ads panel
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| Pros for Hisense - 55" Class U8 Series MiniLED QLED UHD 4K HDR Smart Google TV (2025) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Picture Quality, Responsiveness, Gaming Performance, Refresh Rate | Picture Quality, Brightness, Black Levels | Picture Quality, Brightness, OLED Quality, Ease of Use, Black Level | Picture Quality |
| Cons for Hisense - 55" Class U8 Series MiniLED QLED UHD 4K HDR Smart Google TV (2025) | |||
| Weight | Audio | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— |
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Customers are saying
Customers are enthusiastic about the excellent picture quality and sound of the 55" Class U8 Series MiniLED QLED UHD 4K HDR Smart Google TV (2025). Users also appreciate the responsiveness and fast Google TV experience, as well as its great gaming performance. Some customers have noted that the TV is a bit heavy.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A beauty
Truly a beautiful tv, and for the price is is well worth it. The stand is fantastic, and installing it was very easy. Quality is phenomenal, especially for gaming on my PS5 Pro!
Posted by BreakerGun
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great picture quality
I am happy with my TCL 55 TV. The picture quality and the sound are surprisingly very good.it’s bright enough for any room. the overall performance is more than I expected. Honestly for 500 dollars I don’t think you’ll find better TV. Definitely worth it
Posted by JoelC
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Hisense 55" U8 Exceeds Expectations
Recommended by a family member. Excellent picture quality and sound. Smooth transaction at local Best Buy store.
Posted by ANTHONYG
