FPD 55-Inch Google TV vs Hisense 55" Class A7: Which Offers Better Value and Dolby Vision Experience?

[Serena Anderson]

Introduce​

Parameter	FPD 55-inch Google TV​	Hisense 55" Class A7​
Picture​	​	​
Price​	$355.99​	$279.99​
Model Year​	2023​	2024​
Specific Uses​	Home​	Entertainment, Gaming​
Highlight​	Display Size: 55-inch Resolution: 4K UHD HDR Support: HDR10, Dolby Vision Audio Technology: Dolby Atmos Smart TV Platform: Google TV Streaming Services: Netflix, Hulu, YouTube Voice Control: Included voice remote control	Wide Color Gamut: Enhanced color range and depth with special phosphor technology for intense shades Dolby Vision & Atmos: Advanced picture quality with emotional detail and immersive multidimensional sound Fire TV Built-in: Access to streaming apps like Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+, and voice control with Alexa 4K AI Upscaler: Improves content to near 4K quality for clearer visuals Game Mode: Features Auto Low Latency Mode for smoother gaming experience Alexa Voice Remote: Voice control for easy navigation of shows, apps, and smart home devices

Side-by-Side Comparison​

System​

Parameter	FPD 55-inch Google TV​	Hisense 55" Class A7​
Operating System​	Google TV​	FireOS​
Internet Applications​	Netflix, Hulu, Google TV, YouTube​	Netflix, Disney Plus, Prime Video, Hulu, YouTube​
Remote Control​	Bluetooth​	Bluetooth​
Controller Type​	Voice Control​	Remote Control, Voice Control​

Display​

Parameter	FPD 55-inch Google TV​	Hisense 55" Class A7​
Aspect Ratio​	16:9​	16:9​
Display Technology​	LED​	4K UHD, LED​
Screen Finish​	Glossy​	Flat​
Color Screen​	Yes​	-​
Resolution​	4K​	4K​
Refresh Rate​	60 Hz​	60 Hz​
Response Time​	8 Milliseconds​	-​
HDR Supported​	HDR10​	HLG, HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision​
Backlight Technology​	LED​	LED​
Picture Enhancement​	['4K UHD', 'HDR 10', 'Dolby Vision', 'MEMC']​	Wide Color Gamut, 4K AI Upscaler​
Motion Enhancement​	MEMC​	-​

Audio​

Parameter	FPD 55-inch Google TV​	Hisense 55" Class A7​
Audio Channels​	2.1​	2.0​
Audio Output​	Digital​	Surround​
Audio Input​	HDMI, USB​	USB, HDMI​
Speaker Description​	Supports Dolby Atmos technology​	2.0 channel stereo with DTS: X technology​
Sound Format​	True​	Dolby Atmos​

Connectivity​

Parameter	FPD 55-inch Google TV​	Hisense 55" Class A7​
Connectivity Technology​	Wi-Fi​	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet, HDMI​
Bluetooth Version​	5​	5​
Screen Mirroring​	Google Cast​	AirPlay​
Total Usb Ports​	1​	-​
Total HDMI Ports​	3​	3​
Connector Type​	USB, HDMI​	USB, Ethernet, HDMI​
Signal Format​	digital​	HDMI, USB, Ethernet​

Features​

Parameter	FPD 55-inch Google TV​	Hisense 55" Class A7​
Video Encoding​	AVC​	H.264, H.265 (HEVC)​
Water Resistance​	-​	Not Water Resistant​
Compatible Devices​	Laptop, Tablet, Headphone, Smartphone​	Laptop, Gaming Console, Tablet, Headphone, Speaker​
Tuner Type​	ATSC​	ATSC​
Voltage​	240 Volts (AC)​	120 Volts​
Other Features​	Watchlist, Browser, Auto Volume Leveller, Google Assistant, Sleep Timer, Parental Controls, Google Cast​	Dolby Atmos, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Alexa Built-In, Wide Color Gamut​

Measurements​

Parameter	FPD 55-inch Google TV​	Hisense 55" Class A7​
D x W x H​	11.7"D x 48.3"W x 29.7"H​	3.1"D x 28.1"W x 48.5"H​
Item Weight​	-​	24 Pounds​
Screen Size​	55 Inches​	54.6 Inches​

Conclusion​

Product	PROS AND CONS​
FPD 55-inch Google TV​	Pros: • Amazing picture quality with vibrant and clear colors • Great sound quality, eliminating the need for a sound bar • Easy setup process and user-friendly interface • Ability to cast movies and shows effortlessly • Excellent features including free channels and integration with Google, YouTube, and Amazon Prime • Lightweight design makes it easy to mount • Multiple user profiles for family members • Great value for price Cons: • Initial setup can be non-intuitive and time-consuming • Remote control can be laggy, though the Google Home app remote works well • Occasional syncing issues with other devices Overall Impression: This TV offers excellent value with its outstanding picture and sound quality, user-friendly setup, and a range of smart features. While there may be some initial hurdles during setup and minor remote control issues, the overall experience is highly positive, making it a fantastic choice for anyone looking for a reliable and feature-rich Google TV. Highly recommended!
Hisense 55" Class A7​	Pros: • Outstanding picture quality with vibrant colors and sharp details • Supports Dolby Vision and HDR10+ for enhanced viewing experience • Intuitive built-in Fire TV interface for easy access to apps and content • Lightweight design makes it easy to carry and set up • Fast and responsive user interface • Good sound quality that is loud and clear • Affordable price with great value for the specifications offered • Thin bezel design for a modern look • Easy setup process with pre-programmed remote for popular apps Cons: • Uncontrollable feature that causes the TV to turn off after 15 minutes of idle time • Initial software startup may take some time due to necessary updates Overall Impression: The Hisense 55-Inch A7NF Series 4K UHD Smart Fire TV is an impressive television that excels in picture quality, user-friendliness, and affordability. Despite a minor annoyance with the idle timeout feature, it delivers exceptional value and performance, making it a highly recommended choice for anyone in the market for a new TV.