Panasonic W95 vs Hisense U6N vs Hisense U8N: A Comparison of 85 Inch Mini LED 4K TVs

Introduce​

Parameter
Panasonic W95​
Hisense U6N​
Hisense U8N​
Picture​
PanasonicW95.jpg
HisenseU6N.jpg
HisenseU8N.jpg
Price​
$1855.27
$1498
$2299.96
Model Year​
2024​
2024​
2024​
Specific Uses​
-​
Entertainment, Gaming​
Entertainment, Gaming​
Highlight​
Fire TV Ambient Experience: Displays over a thousand artworks, personal photos, and Alexa widgets.
All-in-One Entertainment: Live TV access, voice controls, personalized recommendations.
Dynamic Theater Surround with Dolby Atmos: Built-in subwoofer, precise sound placement.
Level Up Your Gaming: Game Mode Extreme, HDMI2.1, 144Hz refresh rate, VRR, AMD FreeSync Premium, Game Control Board.
Multi HDR format with Optimized Picture: Supports HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG; HDR10+ Adaptive and Dolby Vision IQ for optimized picture quality.​
GAME MODE PLUS: VRR, ALLM, AMD Freesync compatibility
WIFI 6: 5GHz bandwidth for streaming, minimal lag/buffering
HI-VIEW ENGINE: AI chipset, Dynamic Tone Mapping Pro, Face Detection, AI HDR Enhancement, AI Detail Enhancement
MINI-LED WITH FULL ARRAY LOCAL DIMMING: Advanced backlight technology, crisp visuals, enhanced contrast
GAME BOOSTER 120 & MOTION RATE 240: 120 VRR, Motion Rate 240, MEMC frame insertion for smooth action​
Google TV: Organizes content from apps, offers personalized recommendations.
HDR Solution: Supports Dolby Vision HDR, HDR10+ Adaptive, HDR10, HLG, Advanced HDR by Technicolor for enhanced detail and colors.
Warranty: 2-Year warranty on ULED TVs.
QLED Color: Over a billion shades for vibrant images.
Audio: 2.1.2 multi-channel sound with Dolby Atmos, 50W max power, 5-speaker setup for immersive sound.​

Side-by-Side Comparison​

System​

Parameter
Panasonic W95​
Hisense U6N​
Hisense U8N​
Operating System​
FireOS​
Google TV​
Google TV​
Internet Applications​
Fire TV​
Netflix, Disney Plus, Prime Video, Hulu, YouTube​
Netflix, Disney Plus, Prime Video, Hulu Plus, YouTube​
Remote Control​
Bluetooth​
Bluetooth​
Bluetooth​
Controller Type​
Remote Control|Voice Control|App Control|Touch Control​
Remote Control, Voice Control​
Remote Control, Voice Control​

Display​

Parameter
Panasonic W95​
Hisense U6N​
Hisense U8N​
Aspect Ratio​
1.77:1​
16:9​
16:9​
Display Technology​
OLED​
QLED, Mini Led, LED, LCD​
QLED, Mini Led, LED, LCD​
Screen Finish​
-​
Flat​
Flat​
Has Color Screen​
-​
Yes​
Yes​
Resolution​
4K​
4K​
4K​
Refresh Rate​
144 Hz​
60 Hz​
144 Hz​
Response Time​
-​
8 Milliseconds​
8 Milliseconds​
HDR Format Supported​
HLG, HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision​
HLG, HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision​
HLG, HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision​
Maximum Display Brightness​
-​
550 Nit​
3000 Nit​
Display Backlight​
Mini-LED​
Mini-LED​
Mini-LED​
Display Backlight Setting​
-​
Full Array Local Dimming​
Full Array Local Dimming​
Picture Quality Enhancement​
Mini LED with HCX Pro AI Processor and Multi HDR support​
Full Array Local Dimming, Wide Color Gamut, Quantum Dot Color​
Full Array Local Dimming, Dolby Vision HDR 10+, Wide Color Gamut, Quantum Dot Color​
Motion Enhancement​
-​
Motion Rate 240​
Motion Rate 480​

Audio​

Parameter
Panasonic W95​
Hisense U6N​
Hisense U8N​
Number of Audio Channels​
5.1​
2.0​
2.1.2​
Audio Output Mode​
Surround​
Surround​
-​
Audio Input​
Bluetooth, HDMI​
HDMI​
-​
Speaker Description​
Speaker with a dedicated built-in subwoofer​
Dolby Atmos​
60W 2.1.2Ch​

Connectivity​

Parameter
Panasonic W95​
Hisense U6N​
Hisense U8N​
Connectivity Technology​
Bluetooth​
Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet, HDMI​
Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet, HDMI​
Bluetooth Version​
-​
5.3​
5​
Screen Mirroring​
Miracast, AirPlay​
Google Cast​
-​
Total Usb Ports​
-​
2​
2​
Number of HDMI Ports​
4​
4​
4​
Connector Type​
-​
USB, Ethernet, HDMI​
USB, Ethernet, HDMI​
Signal Format​
HDMI, Bluetooth​
ATSC​
ATSC​

Features​

Parameter
Panasonic W95​
Hisense U6N​
Hisense U8N​
Video Encoding​
H.264, H.265 (HEVC)​
HEVC (H.265)​
-​
Compatible Devices​
-​
Laptop, Gaming Console, Headphone​
Laptop, Gaming Console, Headphone, Smartphone​
Tuner Type​
ATSC​
ATSC​
ATSC​
Noteworthy Features​
Built-In Speaker​
Full Array Local Dimming, Dolby Vision IQ · Atmos, Mini-LED ULED, Native 144Hz, QLED Quantum Dot Color​
Full Array Local Dimming Pro, Dolby Vision IQ · Atmos, Mini-LED ULED, Native 144Hz, QLED Quantum Dot Color​

Measurements​

Parameter
Panasonic W95​
Hisense U6N​
Hisense U8N​
Dimensions D x W x H​
74.6"D x 43.2"W x 4.3"H​
3.6"D x 74.8"W x 43.1"H​
3"D x 74.8"W x 43.1"H​
Item Weight​
-​
30.6 Pounds​
-​
Screen Size​
85 Inches​
85 Inches​
85 Inches​

Conclusion​

Product
PROS AND CONS​
Panasonic W95​
Pros
• Good quality and reliable performance
• Excellent picture quality
• Solid build quality
• Great input options with 4 HDMI ports (one eARC compatible)
• Impressive onboard audio
• Mini-LED technology offers good visual performance
• Quick and intuitive initial setup
• Familiar Fire TV OS for users accustomed to it
• Easy app side loading

Cons
• Not comparable to higher-end models like Sony XBR
• Limited to Fire TV OS, which may not appeal to all
• Fire TV remote lacks a source button and backlight
• Optical output location is inconvenient
• Viewing angle criticism may not align with personal experience, but still noted
• May feel less premium due to plastic construction compared to metal-backed TVs
Hisense U6N​
Pros:
• Exceptional picture quality with bright, vivid colors and deep blacks.
• Intuitive and user-friendly Google TV Operating System.
• Good built-in sound quality, with the option to enhance via Bluetooth speakers.
• Classy and functional remote control.
• Excellent value for the price, especially during sales.
• Well-packaged to prevent damage during shipping.
• Easy setup and connection to streaming devices and apps.
• Smooth performance with fast motion screens.

Cons:
• Blinding brightness during full-screen bright scenes, requiring adjustment of settings.
• Bluetooth setup can be cumbersome, requiring disabling of discovery.
• Initial unboxing service was hurried and could be improved.
Hisense U8N​
Pros
• Impressive brightness, colors, and contrast
• Affordable alternative to OLED TVs
• Excellent sound quality with decent bass from the subwoofer
• Large 75" size enhances the viewing experience, especially from a distance
• Great performance with 4K content, providing vibrant visuals
• Free delivery and setup from Amazon
• Bonus offer of a free upgraded game with purchase

Cons
• Reports of memory issues in some units
• Google TV interface is sluggish compared to competitors
• Reflections can be problematic in bright rooms
• Limited noticeable difference with Dolby Atmos sound feature
 
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