Hisense U8 Series 100U8QG 100"
Sony BRAVIA XR83A80L 83"
What Buyers Say
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
Sony BRAVIA XR83A80L 83"
The Sony Bravia XR A80L OLED TV receives mostly positive feedback for its stunning picture quality and excellent performance with gaming consoles like the PS5. However, several users express frustration with outdated Android 10 software and slow updates, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these software concerns, the TV is praised for its realistic visuals and build quality.
Pros
- Stunning picture quality
- Excellent gaming performance with PS5
- Realistic visuals
- Great build quality
- Easy to use for seniors
Cons
- Outdated Android 10 software
- Slow software updates
- Software issues detract from experience
Scores
Specifications
| Hisense U8 Series 100U8QG 100" | Sony BRAVIA XR83A80L 83" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 99.5" | 83" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | Mini-LED | OLED★ |
| Backlight | Full-Array LED | OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Brightness | 5000 nits★ | 676 nits |
| Peak Brightness | 5000 nits★ | — |
| Contrast Ratio | — | Near Infinite (Black Pixels Emit |
| Color Gamut | QLED Color - Pantone Validated | XR Triluminos Pro |
| Color Depth | 10-bit | 10-bit |
| Motion Tech | Motion Rate 480 | XR OLED Motion Technology |
| Processor | Hi-View AI Engine Pro | Cognitive Processor XR |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) | HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG), Dolby Vision |
| Dolby Vision | ✓ | ✓ |
| HDR10+ | ✓★ | ✗ |
| HLG | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 165 Hz★ | 120 Hz |
| VRR | FreeSync Premium Pro | VRR |
| ALLM | ✓ | ✓ |
| Game Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Google TV | Google TV |
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Screen Mirroring | Apple AirPlay, Chromecast | Miracast, Apple AirPlay |
| Works With | Amazon Alexa, Apple Home, Google Home | Alexa, Google Home |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 4.1.2 | 2.0.2 |
| Wattage | 82W★ | 60W |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓ | ✓ |
| Surround Sound | Dolby Atmos, Surround Sound, DTS Virtual:X, IMAX Enhanced | DTS Digital Surround |
| eARC | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 3 | 4★ |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| USB Ports | 2 | 2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E★ | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | 4.2 |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 800x400 | 400x400 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | — | 390W★ |
| Energy Star | ✗ | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | 497 kWh | 390 kWh★ |
| Weight | 62.01 kg | 42.00 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
Hisense U8 Series 100U8QG 100"
- Strong picture quality (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong audio (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong smart (96th percentile)96th %ile
Sony BRAVIA XR83A80L 83"
- Strong smart (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong display (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong audio (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
Verdict
Both products are closely matched - Hisense U8 Series 100U8QG 100" wins 6 specs while Sony BRAVIA XR83A80L 83" wins 6.