Toshiba Z670R Series 55Z670R 55"
Hisense U8 Series 100U8QG 100"
What Buyers Say
Toshiba Z670R Series 55Z670R 55"
The Toshiba Z670 Series Mini-LED TV receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from all five verified reviewers. Users consistently praise the stunning picture quality, vibrant colors, and smooth 144Hz motion, making it excellent for both movies and gaming. The built-in Fire TV and Alexa integration are appreciated for convenience, while the Dolby Atmos sound is noted as surprisingly good for built-in speakers. Minor criticisms include a cluttered Fire TV interface and adequate but not exceptional built-in sound, with some users preferring a soundbar.
Pros
- Stunning picture quality with Mini-LED and QLED
- Smooth 144Hz motion for gaming and sports
- Vibrant and natural colors
- Immersive Dolby Atmos sound
- Convenient Fire TV and Alexa integration
Cons
- Cluttered Fire TV interface
- Adequate but not exceptional built-in sound
- Some users prefer external soundbar
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
| Toshiba Z670R Series 55Z670R 55" | Hisense U8 Series 100U8QG 100" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 55" | 99.5" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | QLED | Mini-LED★ |
| Backlight | Mini-LED★ | Full-Array LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | — | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | — | matte |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Brightness | — | 5000 nits★ |
| Peak Brightness | — | 5000 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | — | QLED Color - Pantone Validated |
| Color Depth | — | 10-bit★ |
| Motion Tech | — | Motion Rate 480 |
| Processor | REGZA Engine ZRi Gen3 | Hi-View AI Engine Pro |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10+, HDR10+ Adaptive, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) |
| Dolby Vision | ✓ | ✓ |
| HDR10+ | ✓ | ✓ |
| HLG | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz★ |
| VRR | AMD FreeSync Premium, VRR 144Hz | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| ALLM | ✓ | ✓ |
| Game Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Fire TV | Google TV |
| Voice Assistant | Alexa | Google Assistant |
| Screen Mirroring | — | Apple AirPlay, Chromecast |
| Works With | — | Amazon Alexa, Apple Home, Google Home |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2.0 | 4.1.2 |
| Wattage | — | 82W★ |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓ | ✓ |
| Surround Sound | — | Dolby Atmos, Surround Sound, DTS Virtual:X, IMAX Enhanced |
| eARC | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 3★ |
| HDMI Version | — | 2.1★ |
| USB Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Bluetooth |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | — | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | — | 800x400 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Energy Star | — | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | — | 497 kWh★ |
| Weight | 13.88 kg★ | 62.01 kg |
Pros & Cons
Toshiba Z670R Series 55Z670R 55"
- Strong hdr (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong gaming (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong picture quality (78th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (34th 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 13 of 41 specs.