Hisense - 85" Class U8 Series Mini-LED QLED 4K UHD Smart Google TV - (2023)
Model: 85U8K
SKU: 6558599
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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: 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: ULED Mini-LED Pro Full Array Local Dimming, 144hz Game Mode Pro, Peak Brightness 1500, QLED 4K (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 (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 Assistant, Amazon Alexa (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
- Product Name: 85" Class U8 Series Mini-LED QLED 4K UHD Smart Google TV - (2023)
- Brand: Hisense
- Model Number: 85U8K
- Series: Mini- LED QLED 4K - U8 (Part of a group of the same product type with similar features.)
- Model Year: 2023
- Color: Black
- Color Category: Black
- 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
- Adjustable Stand Width: true (Whether the stand can adjust to have more than one measurement either between the legs or the base itself.)
- Minimum Stand Width: 21.7 inches (The minimum width of a stand or the minimum distance from the outside of one leg to the outside of the opposite leg, as it is attached to the product.)
- Maximum Stand Width: 66.2 inches (The maximum width of a stand or the maximum distance from the outside of one leg to the outside of the opposite leg, as it is attached to the product.)
- 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.)
- Brightness: 1500 nits (A measure of the total light output.)
- 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
- Specific Manufacturer Technologies: ULED Mini-LED Pro Full Array Local Dimming, 144hz Game Mode Pro, Peak Brightness 1500, QLED 4K (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 (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
- Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC): ARC
- 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: 5.2 (The Bluetooth specification formalized by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group. All versions of the Bluetooth standard are backwards compatible with previous versions.)
- Headphone Jack: true (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
- 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 Assistant, Amazon Alexa (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 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.)
- Number Of Speakers: 5
- 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: 41 United States dollars (Predicted cost of operating the product under average conditions for one year.)
- Estimated Annual Electricity Use: 340 kilowatt hours (Predicted amount of electricity needed to operate the product under average conditions for one year.)
- Included
- Stand Included: true
- Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts: 2 years
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor: 2 years
- Box Dimension
- Height: 51.3 inches
- Width: 82.7 inches
- Depth: 9.8 inches
- CubicDimension: 41577 inches
- Other
- UPC: 888143016092
The Award-winning Hisense U8 Series Mini-LED TV just got even better. With Peak Brightness 1500 and more than double the local dimming zones as last year, along with Quantum Dot Color, Dolby Vision HDR, and Low Reflecton panel technology, the U8 delivers unmatched brightness, contrast and detail. And, with Dolby Atmos and an upgraded 50w 2.1.2 multi-channel audio system, the U8 creates an immersive cinema experience in your home. In additon, the U8 is compatible with the new Wifi 6E router protocol and includes a NEXTGEN TV ATSC 3.0 tuner making the U8 virtually future-proof. With the Google TV OS and Hands-Free Voice Control, searching for and playing all your favorite content is simple and seamless. Just say “Hey Google”. The U8 also got more upgrades for the gaming enthusiast including a 144Hz VRR panel, Dolby Vision Gaming and FreeSync Premium Pro for an enhanced gaming experience. And, be2er also just got bigger with the U8H now available in an 85” screen size.
- 4K ULED: Hisense’s proprietary ULED technologies boost color, contrast, brightness, and motion. This suite of patented hardware and software technologies delivers an engaging and completely unique picture that can only be delivered by Hisense
- Mini-LED Pro with Full Array Local Dimming: The latest breakthrough in backlight technology, Mini-LED can create a brighter image with greater contrast and more precise local dimming than traditional LED TVs
- QLED Quantum Dot Color: QLED produces purer, richer, more brilliant and accurate colors than a regular LED TV. Creating over a billion color combinations bring vibrant images to life in a way non-QLED TVs can’t.
- Dolby Vision & Dolby Atmos: Dolby Vision HDR * picture and Dolby Atmos sound are cinema technology for your home. They provide amazing realism you can see and hear in every scene.
- 2.1.2 Multi-Channel Audio: With 50W of total power driving 5 speakers including rear ‘overhead’ speakers and a built-in subwoofer the U8 sounds as good as it looks
- Metal Stand, Bezel-less design: A bezel-less design gives this television a sleek aesthetic that won’t ‘overpower’ the room with an unnecessarily large frame. The metal stand provides sturdy support for this feature-packed television.
- FilmMaker Mode: By disabling all post-processing (e.g. motion smoothing) and preserving the correct aspect ratios, colors and frame rates, Filmmaker Mode enables your TV to display the movie or television show’s content precisely as it was intended by the filmmaker.
- Smooth Motion and 144Hz Native refresh rate: Smooth Motion removes the digital noise that can affect moving objects. The TV’s natve 144Hz refresh rate is the foundation for its 480 moton rate, which ensures moving objects have minimal blurring
- 144Hz Game Mode Pro: All the most advanced gaming tech. HDMI 2.1 inputs recognize gaming to automatically adjust settings for smooth, uninterrupted play. The automatic low-latency mode (ALLM), 144Hz VRR and FreeSync Premium Pro minimize input lag, screen jitter, and frame tearing
- Dolby Vision Gaming: This television can support Dolby Vision for gaming at 4k 144Hz.
- Voice Remote: The voice remote control makes controlling your TV easier. Open apps, turn the volume up or down, search for your favourite shows. And if the actual remote goes missing, use the buttons on the TV to activate ‘Find My Remote’.
- Hands Free Voice Control: Put down the remote. Change the channel, find the latest movie, stream your favourite video and more with your voice. The quicker, easier way to find whatever you want to watch.
- Google Assistant: The Google Assistant* is built into Google TV. Tell it to turn on the lights, change the thermostat, add stuff to your grocery list, or just play that video of your friend falling over for the millionth time. And with universal search, you can even get recommendations with Google TV
- Works with Alexa: This television works with Alexa through any of your Alexa-enabled devices. Just ask Alexa to switch the TV on or off, change channels and lots more.
- Bluetooth® Connectivity: Wirelessly connect Bluetooth-compatible soundbars, headphones or stereo components to your TV. This quick and convenient connection eliminates unwanted and unsightly cords while providing a secure connection to your audio source
- 2-Year Warranty: Enjoy peace of mind thanks to Hisense’s 2-year warranty on this ULED TV
Whats Included
- Stand
- Remote
A: FYI as per HiSense Technical Support which I sent email to asking which screen sizes on US models use which panel : Case H2929622 Thank you for contacting Hisense Customer Support. We can confirm the Hisense model 85U8K does use the VA panel type along with all other sizes within the U8K series (85, 65 and 55) with exception to the 75" model which uses a IPS screen.
Q: For the 85U8K (85" model), how far apart are the stand feet and how long is each foot?
A: Hi CharlesLeeRay, thank you for your interest in the Hisense 85U8K. This model has two feet placement positions for the stand which allows you to choose if you want a wider or narrower placement. Position A has a TV Stand Width of 66.2×17.9 inches and position B is 21.7×17.9 inches. 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.
Q: how many dimming zones on U8 and U7?
A: Hi Hisense Customer, thank you for your interest in the Hisense Televisions. The 85U8K has 1296 local dimming zones and the 85U7K has 648 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.
Q: Since the 86in Hisense has the VA panel, is it a 10 bit vs 8 bit w/frs?
A: Hi Hisense Customer, thank you for your interest in the Hisense 85U8K. This model supports 10-bit HDR. 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.
A: Yes, see photos
Q: Hello, I want to buy it. Can you deliver it to this address? Map:http://tinyurl.com/5fpyrvan
A: Hi William, thank you for your interest in the Hisense 85U8K. Please contact BestBuy for information regarding their delivery service. Thanks again Harley with the Hisense Support Team.
Q: How far apart are the legs? I want to know if it will fit on my TV stand.
A: There are two leg positions: 24 inches apart and 66" apart. The legs themselves are 18" deep. I have mine mounted at the wider position. I have not tried the narrower position.
