SYLVOX Patio Series 65 Inch Outdoor Smart Television Weatherproof Google 65"
Hisense U8 Series 100U8QG 100"
What Buyers Say
SYLVOX Patio Series 65 Inch Outdoor Smart Television Weatherproof Google 65"
This outdoor TV earns high marks for its bright picture, sturdy build, and easy setup, with several verified buyers praising its weather resistance and responsive customer service. However, one reviewer found it unusable in full sun and suffered a shattered screen from a small branch, questioning its outdoor durability. Sound quality is often described as hollow or adequate, with many recommending a soundbar for better audio.
Pros
- Bright picture for outdoor use
- Sturdy build quality
- Easy setup and mounting
- Responsive customer service
- Weather-resistant design
Cons
- Unusable in direct sunlight
- Screen easily shattered by debris
- Hollow sound quality
- Limited color contrast customization
- Heavy weight
Hisense U8 Series 100U8QG 100"
The Hisense U8 Series TV, particularly the 100-inch model, receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its stunning picture quality, massive size, and excellent value. Users highlight the incredible brightness, deep blacks, and smooth gaming performance, often comparing it favorably to high-end brands. The built-in sound and anti-glare features are also praised, though some note that a soundbar could enhance the cinematic experience.
Pros
- Stunning picture quality
- Massive 100-inch screen
- Incredible brightness and contrast
- Smooth gaming performance
- Excellent anti-glare coating
Cons
- Heavy and difficult to install
- Built-in sound could be improved with soundbar
- Brand perception may deter some buyers
Scores
Specifications
| SYLVOX Patio Series 65 Inch Outdoor Smart Television Weatherproof Google 65" | Hisense U8 Series 100U8QG 100" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 65" | 99.5" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | LED | Mini-LED★ |
| Backlight | LED | Full-Array LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | — | matte |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Brightness | 700 nits | 5000 nits★ |
| Peak Brightness | — | 5000 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | — | QLED Color - Pantone Validated |
| Color Depth | — | 10-bit★ |
| Motion Tech | — | Motion Rate 480 |
| Processor | — | Hi-View AI Engine Pro |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | HDR 10 | Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) |
| Dolby Vision | — | ✓★ |
| HDR10+ | — | ✓★ |
| HLG | — | ✓★ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz★ |
| VRR | — | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| ALLM | — | ✓★ |
| Game Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Google TV | Google TV |
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Assistant |
| Screen Mirroring | — | Apple AirPlay, Chromecast |
| Works With | — | Amazon Alexa, Apple Home, Google Home |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2.0 | 4.1.2 |
| Wattage | 20W | 82W★ |
| Dolby Atmos | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Surround Sound | — | Dolby Atmos, Surround Sound, DTS Virtual:X, IMAX Enhanced |
| eARC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 3 | 3 |
| HDMI Version | — | 2.1★ |
| USB Ports | 2 | 2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | — | Bluetooth |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 400x400 | 800x400 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Energy Star | — | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | — | 497 kWh★ |
| Weight | — | 62.01 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
SYLVOX Patio Series 65 Inch Outdoor Smart Television Weatherproof Google 65"
- Strong picture quality (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong social proof (75th percentile)
- Below average gaming (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average smart (29th percentile)
- Below average display (32nd percentile)
- Below average audio (33rd percentile)
Hisense U8 Series 100U8QG 100"
- Strong picture quality (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong audio (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong smart (96th percentile)96th %ile
Verdict
Scores 92 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 17 of 41 specs.