INSIGNIA F50 vs TCL 65S551F vs Hisense A7NF vs Hisense 65U6HF: Which 65" Fire TV Offers the Best Viewing Experience?

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Introduce​

Parameter	INSIGNIA F50​	TCL 65S551F​	Hisense A7NF​	Hisense 65U6HF​	Hisense 65U6HF​
Picture​	​	​	​	​	​
Price​	$299.99​	$333​	$449.99​	$449.99​	$449.99​
Model Year​	2024​	2024​	2024​	2024​	2024​
Specific Uses​	-​	home entertainment, gaming, streaming movies and TV shows​	Entertainment, Gaming​	Home Viewing​	Home Viewing​
Highlight​	Resolution: 4X 1080p Full HD Brightness: Uniform Contrast: Enhanced, rich Color Accuracy: High HDR Formats: Advanced support Streaming Access: Thousands of shows, over 1 million movies and TV episodes Supported Services: Prime Video, Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, YouTube, Apple TV+, Disney+, ESPN+, Sling TV, Paramount+, others Voice Control: Alexa Voice Remote Functionality: Control entertainment, search across apps, switch inputs with voice commands​	Auto Game Mode (ALLM): Automatically activates game mode for minimal input lag and latency. Game Accelerator 120: Up to 120 Hz VRR for responsive gameplay. Dolby Atmos Audio: Advanced spatial audio for immersive sound in media. DTS Virtual:X: 3D sound enhancement from TV speakers. High Brightness LED Backlight: Bright picture quality in any environment. HDR PRO+: Supports Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, & HLG for improved contrast and color accuracy.​	WIDE COLOR GAMUT: Special phosphor technology for enhanced color range and depth. DOLBY VISION · ATMOS: Captures subtle emotions and provides multidimensional sound. FIRE TV: Access to various streaming apps and services with a voice remote. 4K AI UPSCALER: Enhances content to near 4K quality. GAME MODE: Features Auto Low Latency Mode for a better gaming experience. ALEXA VOICE REMOTE: Voice control for easy navigation and smart home management.​	Display Technology: DOLBY VISION HDR, HDR10, HDR10 PLUS Connectivity: Bluetooth Resolution: 4K ULED Smart Features: Fire TV built-in Design: Bezel-less Voice Control: Alexa Voice Remote​	Display Technology: DOLBY VISION HDR, HDR10, HDR10 PLUS Connectivity: Bluetooth Resolution: 4K ULED Smart Features: Fire TV built-in Design: Bezel-less Voice Control: Alexa Voice Remote​

Side-by-Side Comparison​

System​

Parameter	INSIGNIA F50​	TCL 65S551F​	Hisense A7NF​	Hisense 65U6HF​	Hisense 65U6HF​
Operating System​	-​	FireOS​	FireOS​	Fire TV​	Fire TV​
Internet Applications​	-​	Netflix, HBO Max, Prime Video, Apple TV, YouTube​	Netflix, Disney Plus, Prime Video, Hulu, YouTube​	HBO Max, Disney Plus, Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu​	HBO Max, Disney Plus, Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu​
Remote Control​	-​	Bluetooth​	Bluetooth​	Bluetooth​	Bluetooth​
Controller Type​	-​	Voice Control​	Remote Control, Voice Control​	Voice Control​	Voice Control​

Display​

Parameter	INSIGNIA F50​	TCL 65S551F​	Hisense A7NF​	Hisense 65U6HF​	Hisense 65U6HF​
Aspect Ratio​	-​	16:9​	16:9​	16:9​	16:9​
Display Technology​	4K UHD​	LED​	4K UHD, LED​	QLED​	QLED​
Screen Finish​	-​	Flat​	Flat​	Flat​	Flat​
Has Color Screen​	-​	Yes​	-​	-​	-​
Resolution​	4K​	4K​	4K​	4K​	4K​
Refresh Rate​	60 Hz​	60 Hz​	60 Hz​	60 Hz​	60 Hz​
Response Time​	-​	-​	-​	-​	-​
HDR Format Supported​	-​	HLG, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HDR13​	HLG, HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision​	HDR10+​	HDR10+​
Maximum Display Brightness​	-​	-​	-​	600 Nit​	600 Nit​
Display Backlight​	-​	-​	LED​	LED​	LED​
Display Backlight Setting​	-​	-​	-​	-​	-​
Picture Quality Enhancement​	-​	HDR PRO+, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG​	-​	ULED, Quantum Dot​	ULED, Quantum Dot​
Motion Enhancement​	-​	-​	-​	MEMC​	MEMC​

Audio​

Parameter	INSIGNIA F50​	TCL 65S551F​	Hisense A7NF​	Hisense 65U6HF​	Hisense 65U6HF​
Number of Audio Channels​	-​	Dolby Atmos​	2.0​	2.0​	2.0​
Audio Output Mode​	-​	Advanced Audio Modes​	-​	Stereo, possibly others​	Stereo, possibly others​
Audio Input​	-​	HDMI​	-​	HDMI​	HDMI​
Speaker Description​	-​	Built-in speakers​	-​	[Connected speakers information]​	[Connected speakers information]​

Connectivity​

Parameter	INSIGNIA F50​	TCL 65S551F​	Hisense A7NF​	Hisense 65U6HF​	Hisense 65U6HF​
Connectivity Technology​	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi​	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet, HDMI​	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet, HDMI​	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet, HDMI​	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet, HDMI​
Bluetooth Version​	-​	5​	5​	-​	-​
Screen Mirroring​	-​	AirPlay 2​	AirPlay​	Miracast​	Miracast​
Total Usb Ports​	-​	1​	-​	2​	2​
Number of HDMI Ports​	1​	4​	3​	4​	4​
Connector Type​	-​	HDMI, USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi​	USB, Ethernet, HDMI​	HDMI​	HDMI​
Signal Format​	-​	-​	-​	digital​	digital​

Features​

Parameter	INSIGNIA F50​	TCL 65S551F​	Hisense A7NF​	Hisense 65U6HF​	Hisense 65U6HF​
Video Encoding​	-​	Either Dolby Vision or HDR10​	-​	HEVC​	HEVC​
Compatible Devices​	-​	-​	Laptop, Gaming Console, Tablet, Headphone, Speaker​	Headphone​	Headphone​
Tuner Type​	-​	ATSC​	ATSC​	ATSC​	ATSC​
Noteworthy Features​	Voice Remote with Alexa​	Built-In Speaker, Sleep Timer, Game Mode, Wide Color Enhancer, Bezel-Less Design​	Dolby Atmos, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Alexa Built-In, Wide Color Gamut​	Game Mode, Bezel-Less Design, Local Dimming, Wide Color Enhancer​	Game Mode, Bezel-Less Design, Local Dimming, Wide Color Enhancer​

Measurements​

Parameter	INSIGNIA F50​	TCL 65S551F​	Hisense A7NF​	Hisense 65U6HF​	Hisense 65U6HF​
Dimensions D x W x H​	11.8"D x 56.9"W x 34.6"H​	2.87"D x 56.93"W x 32.8"H​	3"D x 33.1"W x 57.2"H​	3.1"D x 57.1"W x 33.1"H​	3.1"D x 57.1"W x 33.1"H​
Item Weight​	27.8 Pounds​	-​	33.1 Pounds​	-​	-​
Screen Size​	65 Inches​	65 Inches​	64.5 Inches​	65 Inches​	65 Inches​

Conclusion​

Product	PROS AND CONS​
INSIGNIA F50​	Pros • Exceptionally low price • Simple and easy setup • Good size at 55 inches • Works well for basic needs Cons • Poor quality • Slow performance, with delays in channel switching • Occasional black screens when changing channels Overall Impression The 55-inch FireTV offers great value for its price, making it suitable for basic viewing needs. However, its performance issues and quality concerns may deter those seeking a more reliable and responsive television experience.
TCL 65S551F​	Pros: • Great crisp image • Vivid colors • Excellent price point, especially during sales • Easy to set up and install • Hard-wired ethernet port available for better connectivity • Media Player app allows access to content from thumb drives Cons: • Horrible remote control design • Tinny sounding speakers • Slow response time with built-in FireTV functionality • Sleep timer cannot be disabled, causing frustration • Difficulty with headphone jack output to certain multimedia speakers • Occasional lag in performance Overall Impression: This TCL smart TV offers excellent picture quality and vibrant colors at an attractive price, making it a great choice for budget-conscious consumers. However, potential buyers should consider investing in external sound solutions and be prepared for some limitations regarding the built-in FireTV functionality and remote control design. Overall, it's a solid option for those who plan to use alternative streaming devices or are looking for a secondary TV.
Hisense A7NF​	Pros: • Outstanding picture quality with vibrant colors and sharp details • Excellent brightness levels, reaching about 1510 nits • Built-in upscale for non-native 4K content functions effectively • Supports Dolby Vision and HDR10+, enhancing the viewing experience • Intuitive built-in Fire TV for easy access to apps and content • Convenient feature allowing the TV to turn on with a streaming service button without affecting the soundbar Cons: • All HDMI ports are HDMI 2.0, limiting certain gaming features like VRR • Changing refresh rates on a desktop reduces color depth from 10 bit to 8 bit Overall Impression: The Hisense 55-Inch A7NF Series 4K UHD Smart Fire TV impresses with its vibrant picture quality and outstanding brightness, making it ideal for both streaming and gaming, despite some limitations with HDMI ports. The intuitive interface and convenient features enhance its usability, providing great value for the price. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a quality TV experience.
Hisense 65U6HF​	Pros: • Unbelievably crisp and clear picture quality • Excellent sound quality, better than most TVs • Easy setup process • Thin design allows for close wall mounting • Seamless integration with Fire TV, using a single remote • Impressive color and HDR performance • Good motion smoothing with minimal artifacting • Multiple picture modes available for different viewing preferences • Dolby Vision support enhances movie and gaming visuals • Responsive remote control that works from various angles Cons: • Slight blooming with white on black content • Minor dirty screen effect in corners, but largely unnoticeable • Sometimes slow to respond when accessing settings during streaming Overall Impression: This TV stands out with its exceptional picture and sound quality, making it an excellent choice for both movie lovers and gamers. Its user-friendly setup, sleek design, and effective integration with Fire TV further enhance the viewing experience. While there are minor drawbacks, they are negligible compared to the overall performance and value, making this TV a perfect addition for those seeking a premium home entertainment experience.
Hisense 65U6HF​	Pros: • Unbelievably crisp and clear picture quality • Excellent sound quality, better than most TVs • Easy setup process • Thin design allows for close wall mounting • Seamless integration with Fire TV, using a single remote • Impressive color and HDR performance • Good motion smoothing with minimal artifacting • Multiple picture modes available for different viewing preferences • Dolby Vision support enhances movie and gaming visuals • Responsive remote control that works from various angles Cons: • Slight blooming with white on black content • Minor dirty screen effect in corners, but largely unnoticeable • Sometimes slow to respond when accessing settings during streaming Overall Impression: This TV stands out with its exceptional picture and sound quality, making it an excellent choice for both movie lovers and gamers. Its user-friendly setup, sleek design, and effective integration with Fire TV further enhance the viewing experience. While there are minor drawbacks, they are negligible compared to the overall performance and value, making this TV a perfect addition for those seeking a premium home entertainment experience.