Samsung S95F QN77S95FAFXZA 77"
Hisense U8 Series 100U8QG 100"
What Buyers Say
Samsung S95F QN77S95FAFXZA 77"
The Samsung TV receives high praise for its exceptional anti-glare screen, vivid colors, and deep blacks, making it ideal for bright rooms. However, several users report frustrating software issues, including poor casting performance from Android devices and intrusive default behaviors. Setup can be challenging and requires multiple people, but once configured, the picture quality is widely considered outstanding.
Pros
- Exceptional anti-glare screen
- Vivid colors and deep blacks
- Outstanding picture quality
- Great for bright rooms
- Sleek and sturdy build
Cons
- Poor Android casting performance
- Intrusive default software behavior
- Difficult setup for one person
- Picture needs tuning out of box
- Samsung account privacy concerns
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
| Samsung S95F QN77S95FAFXZA 77" | Hisense U8 Series 100U8QG 100" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 77" | 99.5" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | OLED★ | Mini-LED |
| Backlight | OLED★ | Full-Array LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Brightness | — | 5000 nits★ |
| Peak Brightness | — | 5000 nits★ |
| Contrast Ratio | Near Infinite (Black Pixels Emit | — |
| Color Gamut | Not Specified by Manufacturer | QLED Color - Pantone Validated |
| Color Depth | — | 10-bit★ |
| Motion Tech | Motion Xcelerator 165Hz | Motion Rate 480 |
| Processor | NQ4 AI Gen3 Processor | Hi-View AI Engine Pro |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | HDR10+ | Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) |
| Dolby Vision | ✗ | ✓★ |
| HDR10+ | ✓ | ✓ |
| HLG | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz★ |
| VRR | FreeSync Premium Pro (AMD Adaptive Sync) | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| ALLM | ✓ | ✓ |
| Game Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Tizen | Google TV |
| Voice Assistant | Amazon Alexa, Bixby | Google Assistant |
| Screen Mirroring | SmartThings | Apple AirPlay, Chromecast |
| Works With | Google Home, SmartThings | Amazon Alexa, Apple Home, Google Home |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 4.2.2 | 4.1.2 |
| Wattage | 70W | 82W★ |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓ | ✓ |
| Surround Sound | Dolby Atmos | Dolby Atmos, Surround Sound, DTS Virtual:X, IMAX Enhanced |
| eARC | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 4★ | 3 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| USB Ports | 4★ | 2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | Bluetooth |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 400x300 | 800x400 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | 192W★ | — |
| Energy Star | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | 361 kWh★ | 497 kWh |
| Weight | 28.21 kg★ | 62.01 kg |
Pros & Cons
Samsung S95F QN77S95FAFXZA 77"
- Strong audio (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong display (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong smart (94th percentile)94th %ile
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 6 of 9 usage categories and 8 of 43 specs.