Hisense A6G 43A6G 43"

The Hisense 43A6G delivers an 88th percentile picture quality score for just $308 USD, which is the main reason to buy it. Dolby Vision HDR and a full-array backlight help it punch above its price. But the 13th percentile display ranking and 39th percentile gaming score mean it's not for everyone.

The headline here is picture quality. The A6G sits in the 88th percentile for picture and 87th for HDR, which is genuinely impressive for a TV at this price. The full-array LED backlight helps with contrast and color, and Dolby Vision HDR support means compatible content from Netflix or Disney+ will look better than it has any right to on a $308 set. Peak brightness is 700 nits, which is solid for HDR highlights in a dark room.

But the display itself is a weak spot. The 13th percentile display ranking is one of the lowest we've seen, and it drags down the overall experience. The 60Hz panel means no high refresh rate gaming, and the gaming score lands at the 39th percentile, which is mediocre. Auto Low Latency Mode helps reduce input lag, but this isn't a TV built for competitive play. Audio is also underwhelming at the 39th percentile, despite the DTS Virtual:X branding. Plan on a soundbar.

Against the Sony BRAVIA 5 K65XR50 or the Samsung Neo QLED QN70F, the A6G gets absolutely smoked on display quality and gaming. Those sets are in a different league, and their prices reflect it. The TCL QM8K Series 75QM8K is also a step up in brightness and refresh rate. But here's the thing: none of those are $308. The A6G's real competition is other budget 4K sets, and in that arena, its 88th percentile picture quality is a standout. The Roku Pro Series 55R8C5 might offer a smoother smart platform, but you'll pay more for it. If you want the best picture per dollar, the A6G is hard to beat. If you want the best picture, period, look at the LG OLED evo G5 series and prepare your wallet.

At $308 USD, the A6G is one of the cheapest ways to get a 43-inch 4K TV with Dolby Vision and Android TV. The picture quality percentile is the star here, and it's rare to see an 88th percentile score at this price point. You're essentially paying for the panel and the HDR processing, and getting the smart features thrown in. The value proposition is strong if you only care about streaming and casual viewing. If you need better audio, gaming performance, or connectivity, you'll spend more elsewhere, either on accessories or a different TV.

The Hisense 43A6G is a 43-inch 4K TV that punches above its weight in picture quality, landing in the 88th percentile of our database. That's a strong showing for a budget set, and it's backed by Dolby Vision HDR and a full-array LED backlight. But the 3.9 out of 5 customer rating across 2,610 reviews tells you this isn't a flawless experience. The smart platform and audio are where things start to wobble.

At $308 USD, this is a value play. You're getting 4K resolution, Dolby Vision, and Android TV for less than a decent smartphone. The trade-offs show up in the 60Hz panel, the 39th percentile gaming score, and a display ranking that sits near the bottom of our charts at the 13th percentile. If you want a big, sharp picture for streaming and don't care about high refresh rates, this is a contender. If you're a gamer or a cinephile, keep scrolling.

Skip the A6G if you're a serious gamer. The 60Hz panel and 39th percentile gaming score mean no high refresh rate support, and the display ranking in the 13th percentile is a real letdown for fast-moving content. Audiophiles should also look elsewhere, since the audio performance is mediocre at best. And if you need lots of connectivity options, the 28th percentile score here will frustrate you. This is a streaming-first TV, not an all-rounder.

The Hisense 43A6G is a budget TV that gets the most important thing right: picture quality. An 88th percentile score for picture and 87th for HDR at $308 USD is a genuine bargain. The trade-offs are real, though. The display ranking is abysmal, gaming is mediocre, and audio needs help. If you're a streamer who wants 4K and Dolby Vision on a budget, this is a solid buy. If you're a gamer or you care about audio, spend a bit more elsewhere.