Hisense 55QD65NF vs LG 100QNED85AU
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Choosing between the Hisense 55QD65NF and LG 100QNED85AU? Both compete in the TV segment. Here’s how they compare across the specs that matter most for your home theater.
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Looking at overall performance dimensions: The Hisense 55QD65NF scores higher in form factor, room fit. The LG 100QNED85AU leads in value, gaming performance, future-proofing. They score similarly in video quality, ease of use.
On the display side, screen sizes differ at 55" vs 100". OLED panels produce perfect blacks by turning pixels off entirely. QD-OLED adds a quantum dot layer for wider color. VA panels offer better contrast than IPS but narrower viewing angles. Mini-LED is a backlight technology applied to LCD panels, offering thousands of dimming zones for improved contrast. Bigger isn't always better — it depends on viewing distance. THX recommends a 36-degree viewing angle; SMPTE suggests 30 degrees minimum. Our viewing distance calculator helps find the sweet spot.
These two TV options trade wins across different dimensions. The right choice depends on which specs matter most for your room and listening preferences — review the detailed table below to decide.
For most home theaters, the LG 100QNED85AU is the stronger choice — it leads in 3 of 7 scored dimensions. The Hisense 55QD65NF makes more sense if you prioritize the 2 dimensions where it leads.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | N/A |
| Screen Size | 55" | 100" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | VA | VA |
| Backlight Type | direct-lit | mini-LED |
| Native Contrast Ratio | — | — |
| HDR Formats | HDR10+, HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG | HDR10, HLG |
| Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| VRR | No | Yes |
| VRR Type | — | FreeSync |
| ALLM | No | Yes |
| Smart OS | Fire TV | webOS |
| Speaker Config | — | 2.2 |
| Dolby Atmos (Speakers) | Yes | Yes |
| HDMI Total Ports | 3 | 4 |
| HDMI 2.1 Ports | 0 | 4 |
| eARC Port | No | Yes |
| VESA Pattern | 200x300 | 600x400 |
| Processor | — | α8 AI Processor 4K Gen2 |
| Model Year | — | — |
Key Differences
- HDR Formats: Hisense 55QD65NF at HDR10+, HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG vs LG 100QNED85AU at HDR10, HLG. Dolby Vision adds dynamic metadata that adjusts brightness scene-by-scene. HDR10 is the baseline. HDR10+ is Samsung's alternative to Dolby Vision.
- Series Name: Hisense 55QD65NF at D6 vs LG 100QNED85AU at QNED85
- USB Type: Hisense 55QD65NF at Yes (2.0) vs LG 100QNED85AU at 2ea (v 2.0)
- Weight (w/ Stand): Hisense 55QD65NF at 24.3lbs vs LG 100QNED85AU at 150.1lbs
- Weight (w/o Stand): Hisense 55QD65NF at 24lbs vs LG 100QNED85AU at 145.3lbs
Which Should You Choose?
Choose Hisense 55QD65NF if you want:
- + better depth (w/ stand)
- + lighter weight for easier placement
- + lighter weight for easier placement
Choose LG 100QNED85AU if you want:
- + larger 100" screen for more immersive viewing
- + better refresh rate — 120 Hz provides noticeably smoother motion for sports and gaming
- + better native refresh rate
- + better hdmi total ports
See Where These Rank
Check our editorial rankings to see how Hisense 55QD65NF and LG 100QNED85AU compare to the rest of the field.
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