Hisense - 85" Class U8 Series Mini-LED 4K UHD QLED Smart Google TV (2024)
Series
U8 Mini-LED QLEDScreen Size Class
85"Highlights
- 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: 85 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: 144Hz (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: Hi-View Engine Pro, ULED Mini-LED Pro Plus with Full Array Local Dimming, FilmMaker Mode, Game Bar, 240Hz Game Enhancement (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): 4
- TV Tuner Type: ATSC 3.0 (NextGen TV)
- Works With: Google Home, Apple Home, Amazon Alexa (Compatible with or able to be connected to other smart devices or applications.)
- Voice Assistant Built-in: Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
- General
- Brand: Hisense
- Model Number: 85U8N
- Product Name: 85" Class U8 Series Mini-LED 4K UHD QLED Smart Google TV (2024)
- Color: Black
- Series: U8 Mini-LED QLED (Part of a group of the same product type with similar features.)
- Model Year: 2024
- Dimensions
- Product Height With Stand: 45.7 inches
- Product Width: 74.8 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: 17.9 inches
- Product Height Without Stand: 43.1 inches
- Product Depth Without Stand: 2.8 inches
- Product Weight With Stand: 111.6 pounds
- Product Weight Without Stand: 108.9 pounds
- Stand Width: 17.3 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: 15.7 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: 85 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Size Class: 85 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: 4K Active 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: 144Hz (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: Hi-View Engine Pro, ULED Mini-LED Pro Plus with Full Array Local Dimming, FilmMaker Mode, Game Bar, 240Hz Game Enhancement (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: Chromecast, Apple AirPlay
- 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.)
- 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): 4
- Display Connector(s): 1 x Composite video, 2 x HDMI 2.1, 2 x HDMI 2.0, 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
- USB Ports: 1 x USB-A 2.0, 1 x USB-A 3.0 (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)
- 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.)
- Bluetooth Version: 5.3 (The Bluetooth specification formalized by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group. All versions of the Bluetooth standard are backwards compatible with previous versions.)
- Compatibility
- VESA Wall Mount Standard: 600mm 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: Google Home, Apple Home, Amazon Alexa (Compatible with or able to be connected to other smart devices or applications.)
- Voice Assistant Built-in: Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa (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 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: 60 watts
- Number Of Speakers: 5
- Number of Audio Channels: 2.1.2 (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: 85 United States dollars (Predicted cost of operating the product under average conditions for one year.)
- Estimated Annual Electricity Use: 655 kilowatt hours (Predicted amount of electricity needed to operate the product under average conditions for one year.)
- Included
- Stand Included: true
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 2 years
- Warranty - Labor: 2 years
- Box Dimension
- Height: 51 inches
- Width: 82.5 inches
- Depth: 10 inches
- CubicDimension: 42075 inches
- Other
- UPC: 888143017655
Meet the MVP of TVs! The award-winning U8 Series Mini-LED smart display from Hisense just got even better. This model is packed with lots of exciting features that dramatically improve the color, contrast and detail of every picture. Think: double the local dimming zones of our previous version, Up to Peak Brightness 3000, QLED Quantum Dot color technology, Dolby Vision HDR and Anti-Glare Low Reflection technology. Bring the sounds of the cinema directly to your living room with Dolby Atmos and a 50W 2.1.2 multi-channel audio system. We even equipped the U8 with a NEXTGEN TV ATSC 3.0 tuner and Wi-Fi 6E router compatibility, making it virtually future-proof. Plus, level up your gaming with 144Hz VRR panel, Dolby Vision Gaming and FreeSync Premium Pro.
- Mini-LED Pro+ With Full Array Local Dimming: Experience the latest in backlight technology. Mini-LED Pro+ delivers exceptional picture quality, revealing stars in the night sky. Every game, show, and movie comes into sharp focus.
- Up To 3,000 Nits Peak Brightness: Experience extraordinary brightness with up to 3000 nits. Be captivated by vivid clarity in every scene—even in the brightest rooms.
- QLED Color: Broaden your color spectrum significantly to create over a billion shades for vibrant, lifelike images.
- Hi-View AI Engine Pro: The Hi-View AI Engine PRO chipset is the brain behind your screen, using deep learning and advanced technologies to enhance your viewing experience.
- Native 144Hz Panel With Game Mode Pro & Game Bar: Level up your gaming with the native 144Hz panel, VRR from 48Hz to 144Hz, Auto Low Latency, and Game Bar. Enjoy smooth, responsive gameplay.
- Total HDR Solution With Dolby Vision HDR, HDR10+ Adaptive, HDR10, HLG, Advanced HDR By Technicolor: See all your favorite content in dazzling detail, with enhanced colors and deeper blacks.
- 2.1 Multi-Channel Sound With Dolby Atmos: Surround yourself with rich, deep, and immersive sound from a 5-speaker setup designed to captivate. The 50W max power and an advanced audio decoder transform your space into a true home theater—no extra equipment required.
- IMAX Enhanced: Certified by IMAX and Hollywood’s leading technical specialists, this feature delivers IMAX’s signature picture quality and DTS-powered audio immersion from the comfort of your home.
- Filmmaker Mode: Watch movies and shows as the filmmakers intended, preserving their original aspect ratio, colors, and frame rates.
- Google TV: Google TV organizes movies, shows, live TV, and more from your apps and subscriptions, offering personalized recommendations based on your interests.
- WiFi 6E Enabled: Experience faster speeds, lower latency, and seamless streaming with WiFi 6E.
- NEXTGEN TV ATSC 3.0: Unlock stunning clarity, richer colors, and immersive sound with NextGen TV.
- 2-Year Warranty: Enjoy added peace of mind with Hisense’s 2-Year Warranty on ULED TVs, doubling the industry standard.
Whats Included
- TV
- Stand
- Power Cable
- Remote
Disclaimers
- Web-based services and content require high-speed Internet service. Some services may require a subscription.
Q: What is the peak brightness of this Hisense TV?
A: This Hisense TV boasts a peak brightness of up to 3,000 nits.
Q: What kind of refresh rate does the Hisense TV have?
A: The Hisense TV has a 144Hz refresh rate.
Q: What is the screen size of this Hisense TV?
A: This Hisense TV has a screen size of 85 inches.
Q: What is the warranty on this Hisense TV?
A: This Hisense ULED TV comes with a 2-year warranty, double the industry standard.
Q: How many HDMI ports does the Hisense TV have?
A: This Hisense TV is equipped with 4 HDMI ports.
Q: What type of HDR does this Hisense TV support?
A: This Hisense TV supports a total HDR solution with Dolby Vision HDR, HDR10+ Adaptive, HDR10, HLG, and Advanced HDR by Technicolor.
Q: Does this TV have built-in speakers?
A: Yes, this Hisense TV has built-in speakers and a 2.1 multi-channel sound with Dolby Atmos.
A: Hi Pavel, thank you for your interest in the Hisense 85U8N. This model has 2000 local dimming zones. If you have any further questions or concerns, please give us a call at 1-888-935-8880 or email us at [email protected]. Thanks again, Harley with the Hisense Support Team.
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| Pros for Hisense - 85" Class U8 Series Mini-LED 4K UHD QLED Smart Google TV (2024) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Picture Quality, Brightness, Refresh Rate, Black Levels, Dolby Vision Performance | Picture Quality | Picture Quality, Size, Refresh Rate, Screen Glare, Setup Ease | Picture Quality, Brightness, Size, OLED Quality, Gaming Performance |
| Cons for Hisense - 85" Class U8 Series Mini-LED 4K UHD QLED Smart Google TV (2024) | |||
| Functionality, Weight, Upscaling | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— | Remote Control Functionality, Reflection Handling |
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Customers appreciate the superb picture quality, impressive brightness, and excellent value for the price of the 85" Class U8 Series Mini-LED 4K UHD QLED Smart Google TV (2024). Many also highlight the deep black levels and HDR capabilities. However, some users have noted concerns regarding the operating system's performance and the TV's substantial weight. The refresh rate is also praised by some users.
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- Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Amazing TV for the Price!
I purchased this after returning the 85inch Samsung QN90D. I was highly disappointed with the picture quality, brightness, black levels and overall functionality of the TV. For that to be Samsung's flagship 4K QLED TV it was a major letdown. I did some more research on looking for a TV that best suits my needs. I big on brightness and HDR effect and i a huge movie enthusiast. After watching some reviews i ended up picking this up and have been way more satisfied with this over the QN90D which was almost $1000 more. While this has it's short comings, I'm pleasured with all of the picture sittings you can change on this tv, the brightness is great. I keep hearing oled like black levels. However this is not true, its decent and only time i really see some decent black levels are from YT vids that are mastered for the consumer to be amazed. The Demo store mode content. Neither the less it far beat out the QN90D. I do wish this set had a bit better motion processing where it fails at in some areas. But the overall detail and pq is great. I dig the google os. Though i do hope they add 1 feature and a firmware update down the road. The first being an info button to where you can see the signal and the HDR format such as HDR10, Dolby Vision, or HDR10+. You can see this on the initial input change but after that, you cannot. Also, blu-ray content. Not the fault of the TV as I have noticed this on other high end TV's, the pq just seems horrible now days for 1080pcontent on disc or not. The upscaling of 1080p content just looks very mediocre and doesn't seem as great as TV's once made them look before. My first 4K TV the Samsung JS8500 upscaled 1080p content amazingly. This content looked as great as the actual 4K content. However, after purchasing many more TVs since 2015 then upscaling has just gotten worse and worse and worse. But other than that this is a great TV and steal for the price.
Posted by AaronC
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
New Challenger to the Big Three Flagships
I was coming from an 85 inch Samsung QN90A and wanted a TV with Google OS, Dolby Vision and more than one HDMI 2.1 ports and obviously better picture and for the most parts this Hisense delivers. Its much brighter, its HDR performance and contract are tremendous with picture looking almost 3D where there are many scenes you feel you can reach out and touch the characters on screen. When you feed it high quality 4k signal with Dolby Vision or HDR10, you will be a happy camper. Its just jaw dropping how clear, sharp and contrasty the picture is. I started to rewatch a lot of modern series and movies just to appreciate how the picture "pops" on this set. Mandalorian, Game of Thrones, Netfilx Atlas are some examples of shows that are just phenomenal looking on this and miles ahead of Samsung (which was a flagship 2021 mini-LED TV and still looks great). The black levels are ridiculously black and no noticeable blooming that I can tell. Having said that, this Hisense is not perfect. Its upscaling of 720p and 1080p content is not as sharp as my Samsung. I notice certain softness and a bit of pixelization in the backgrounds of dark scenes. Not horrible and I need to tinker with settings more, but not as good as Samsung. The viewing angles are not great but not horrible either (If you sit within 30 percent angle you will enjoy a great picture). Also I feel that gaming mode looked a bit better with Samsung, just a bit more sharp and saturated. Again, I need to play more with the settings and it could just be that I am used to "Samsung picture". God of War and MK1 looked great on Hisense and I like its game bar where you can pin the FPS counter in the corner of the screen. VRR up to 144hz worked real well. TV is a little thicker and heavier than my Samsung but that is due to it having a nice audio system which I didn't use as I connected it straight away to a soundbar. Also, Hisense has some software quirks that hopefully will be worked out. The one that bothers me the most is that it doesn't show the volume numbers when I press up and down on volume when its connected to my Samsung soundbar. It just shows a generic speaker icon with plus or minus blinking and I have to look as the soundbar itself to see the exact level of volume where I am at. Overall, I would give it 4.5 out of 5 with biggest issue being upscaling. But if you feed it mostly 4k and HDR signals you will be a happy camper! And the value of this TV at under $2500 (on sale) cannot be denied. Its easily going against other companies flagships that are DOUBLE or TRIPPLE the price like Bravia 9 and QN90D and even G4. Hisense brings high brightness and ridiculous contrast and excellent blooming control and while in some areas in might not be as good but if its 90% as good but 100% cheaper, I would call that a good deal.
Posted by thunderkai
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Hisense u8n
The picture is great. It gets very bright and blacks are almost oled like. Has up to 144 hz refresh rate as well.
Posted by KeenanT