Hisense 65U8N vs TCL 85QM9K
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Choosing between the Hisense 65U8N and TCL 85QM9K? 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 65U8N scores higher in video quality, form factor, room fit. The TCL 85QM9K leads in gaming performance. They score similarly in value, ease of use.
On the display side, screen sizes differ at 65" vs 85". Panel technology significantly impacts contrast, color accuracy, and viewing angles.
The Hisense 65U8N holds an advantage across more performance dimensions, but the TCL 85QM9K may still be the better pick depending on which specs matter most to your setup. See the detailed comparison table below for the full breakdown.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | N/A |
| Screen Size | 65" | 85" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | VA | VA |
| Backlight Type | mini-LED | mini-LED |
| Native Contrast Ratio | — | — |
| HDR Formats | HDR10+, HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG | HDR10, HLG |
| Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 144Hz |
| VRR | No | Yes |
| VRR Type | — | FreeSync |
| ALLM | No | Yes |
| Smart OS | Google TV | Google TV |
| Speaker Config | — | — |
| Dolby Atmos (Speakers) | Yes | Yes |
| HDMI Total Ports | 4 | 4 |
| HDMI 2.1 Ports | 2 | 0 |
| eARC Port | No | Yes |
| VESA Pattern | 600x400 | — |
| Processor | — | TCL AIPQ PRO Processor |
| Model Year | — | — |
Key Differences
- HDR Formats: Hisense 65U8N at HDR10+, HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG vs TCL 85QM9K at HDR10, HLG
- USB Type: Hisense 65U8N at Yes (USB 2.0) vs TCL 85QM9K at 1 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0
- Power (Typical): Hisense 65U8N at 280W vs TCL 85QM9K at 562W
- USB Ports: Hisense 65U8N at 1 vs TCL 85QM9K at 2
- Weight (w/o Stand): Hisense 65U8N at 56.2lbs vs TCL 85QM9K at 85.8lbs
Which Should You Choose?
Choose Hisense 65U8N if you want:
- + better hdmi 2.1 ports
- + better depth (w/ stand)
- + lighter weight
- + lighter weight
Choose TCL 85QM9K if you want:
- + larger screen
See Where These Rank
Check our editorial rankings to see how Hisense 65U8N and TCL 85QM9K compare to the rest of the field.
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