Hisense 85U9N vs TCL 65QM8K
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Choosing between the Hisense 85U9N and TCL 65QM8K? 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 85U9N scores higher in video quality. The TCL 65QM8K leads in gaming performance, form factor, room fit. They score similarly in value, ease of use.
On the display side, screen sizes differ at 85" vs 65". Panel technology significantly impacts contrast, color accuracy, and viewing angles.
The TCL 65QM8K holds an advantage across more performance dimensions, but the Hisense 85U9N 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 | 85" | 65" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | VA | VA |
| Backlight Type | direct-lit | mini-LED |
| Native Contrast Ratio | — | — |
| HDR Formats | HDR10+, HDR10, Dolby Vision IQ, Dolby Vision, HLG | HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 144Hz |
| VRR | No | Yes |
| VRR Type | — | — |
| ALLM | No | No |
| 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 | — | 300x300 |
| Processor | — | — |
| Model Year | — | — |
Key Differences
- HDR Formats: Hisense 85U9N at HDR10+, HDR10, Dolby Vision IQ, Dolby Vision, HLG vs TCL 65QM8K at HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG
- Weight (w/o Stand): Hisense 85U9N at 117.9lbs vs TCL 65QM8K at 46.5lbs
- Weight (w/ Stand): Hisense 85U9N at 120.2lbs vs TCL 65QM8K at 50.9lbs
- USB Ports: Hisense 85U9N at 1 vs TCL 65QM8K at 2
- Width (w/ Stand): Hisense 85U9N at 76.2" vs TCL 65QM8K at 56.46"
Which Should You Choose?
Choose Hisense 85U9N if you want:
- + larger screen
- + better hdmi 2.1 ports
Choose TCL 65QM8K if you want:
- + better depth (w/ stand)
- + lighter weight
- + lighter weight
See Where These Rank
Check our editorial rankings to see how Hisense 85U9N and TCL 65QM8K compare to the rest of the field.
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