Sony XR83A80L
Sony
95 Overall Score
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Hisense U8 Series 100U8QG 100"
Hisense
94 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sony XR83A80L
No customer feedback yet
Hisense U8 Series 100U8QG 100"
95 out of 100 medium confidence 13 reviews
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
Picture quality 5
Size 5
Brightness 4
Gaming performance 4
Sound quality 4
Anti glare 3
Scores
Smart Home
Streaming
Budget
Sports
Corporate
Movies
Gaming
Outdoor
Portable
Specifications
| Sony XR83A80L | Hisense U8 Series 100U8QG 100" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 83" | 99.5" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | OLED★ | Mini-LED |
| Backlight | OLED★ | Full-Array LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Brightness | 676 nits | 5000 nits★ |
| Peak Brightness | — | 5000 nits★ |
| Contrast Ratio | Near Infinite (Black Pixels Emit | — |
| Color Gamut | XR Triluminos Pro | QLED Color - Pantone Validated |
| Color Depth | 10-bit | 10-bit |
| Motion Tech | XR OLED Motion Technology | Motion Rate 480 |
| Processor | Cognitive Processor XR | Hi-View AI Engine Pro |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG), Dolby Vision | Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) |
| Dolby Vision | ✓ | ✓ |
| HDR10+ | ✗ | ✓★ |
| HLG | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz★ |
| VRR | VRR | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| ALLM | ✓ | ✓ |
| Game Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Google TV | Google TV |
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | Google Assistant |
| Screen Mirroring | Miracast, Apple AirPlay | Apple AirPlay, Chromecast |
| Works With | Alexa, Google Home | Amazon Alexa, Apple Home, Google Home |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2.0.2 | 4.1.2 |
| Wattage | 60W | 82W★ |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓ | ✓ |
| Surround Sound | DTS Digital Surround | Dolby Atmos, Surround Sound, DTS Virtual:X, IMAX Enhanced |
| eARC | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 4★ | 3 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| USB Ports | 2 | 2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 | Bluetooth |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 400x400 | 800x400 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | 390W★ | — |
| Energy Star | ✗ | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | 390 kWh★ | 497 kWh |
| Weight | 25.00 kg★ | 62.01 kg |
Pros & Cons
Sony XR83A80L
- Strong smart (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong display (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong audio (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong connectivity (89th percentile)89th %ile
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
Verdict
Tie
Both products are closely matched - Sony XR83A80L wins 6 specs while Hisense U8 Series 100U8QG 100" wins 6.