Amazon Ember ML55F700 55"
Hisense U8 Series 100U8QG 100"
What Buyers Say
Amazon Ember ML55F700 55"
The Amazon Fire TV 55" Omni Mini-LED Series receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its excellent picture quality, vibrant colors, and deep black levels that approach OLED performance, along with great sound and seamless Alexa integration. However, several verified reviewers report significant issues with software glitches, including slow menus after updates, random picture dimming, audio skipping, and app crashes, which can make the TV frustrating to use. While the hardware is highly regarded for its value, especially for gaming with 4K 120Hz support, the software stability is a major concern that has led some to consider returning the unit.
Pros
- Excellent picture quality
- Great black levels close to OLED
- Vibrant colors and contrast
- Good built-in sound
- Seamless Alexa integration
Cons
- Software glitches and lag after updates
- Random picture dimming issues
- Audio skipping and sound problems
- Slow menu and app loading
- Settings revert to default
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
| Amazon Ember ML55F700 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 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | — | matte |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Brightness | — | 5000 nits★ |
| Peak Brightness | 1400 nits | 5000 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | — | QLED Color - Pantone Validated |
| Color Depth | — | 10-bit★ |
| Motion Tech | — | Motion Rate 480 |
| Processor | Fire TV Intelligent Picture | Hi-View AI Engine Pro |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10+ Adaptive | Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) |
| Dolby Vision | ✓ | ✓ |
| HDR10+ | ✓ | ✓ |
| HLG | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz★ |
| VRR | FreeSync Premium Pro | 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 | Alexa | Amazon Alexa, Apple Home, Google Home |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2.1 | 4.1.2 |
| Wattage | — | 82W★ |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓ | ✓ |
| Surround Sound | — | Dolby Atmos, Surround Sound, DTS Virtual:X, IMAX Enhanced |
| eARC | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | — | 3★ |
| HDMI Version | — | 2.1★ |
| USB Ports | — | 2★ |
| Wi-Fi | — | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | — | Bluetooth |
| Ethernet | — | ✓★ |
| Optical Audio | — | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | — | 800x400 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Energy Star | — | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | — | 497 kWh★ |
| Weight | 16.01 kg★ | 62.01 kg |
Pros & Cons
Amazon Ember ML55F700 55"
- Strong hdr (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong picture quality (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong gaming (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong display (78th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (30th 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 16 of 41 specs.