Hisense A7N vs. Hisense U6N – Detailed Comparison

Quick Verdict

The Hisense U6N appears to be the superior TV based on its QLED panel with mini-LED backlighting, higher peak brightness, and advanced gaming features. However, the Hisense A7N may be a more budget-friendly option and offers a wider range of screen sizes. The U6N suffers from a narrow viewing angle, so the A7N might be better if that is important.

The Hisense U6N boasts a QLED panel with mini-LED backlighting and full array local dimming, offering potentially superior picture quality compared to the Hisense A7N's standard LED panel and direct lit backlight.
The U6N has a higher peak brightness (up to 600 nits) than the A7N (350 nits), which could result in a brighter and more vibrant HDR experience.
While both TVs support common HDR formats and Google TV, the U6N offers more advanced gaming features, including Dolby Vision Gaming and 120Hz support at lower resolutions (though VRR is not functional at 120Hz).
The A7N has a wider range of screen size options, while the U6N is available in 55-inch and larger sizes.
The U6N has better local dimming feature and upscaling of 1080p content.
The U6N has a narrow viewing angle, while the A7N has good reflection handling.

Key features – Side-by-Side

Attribute	Hisense A7N	Hisense U6N
Screen Size	43-, 50-, 55-, 65-, 75, and 85-inch sizes	55-inch, 65-inch, 75-inch, and 85-inch
Panel Type	LED	QLED panel and a mini-LED backlight with full-array local dimming. VA panel on the 55, 65 and 85-inch with the 75-inch being the only model to include an ADS Pro IPS panel.
Resolution	4K (2160p)	4K Ultra HD 3840x2160
HDR Support	Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG	Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+, and HLG
Smart TV Platform	Google TV	Google TV
Refresh Rate	60Hz	60Hz (up to 120Hz at lower resolutions)
Number of HDMI Ports	Four (65-, 75, and 85-inch), Three (43-, 50, and 55-inch)	4
Backlight Technology	Direct Lit	Mini-LED with Full Array Local Dimming
Peak Brightness	350 nits	Up to 600 nits (around 580 nits in testing)
Gaming Features	VRR, ALLM, Game Mode Plus	ALLM, VRR, Dolby Vision Gaming, 4k @ 60Hz with VRR, 1080p and 1440p @ 120Hz (VRR doesn't work @ 120Hz)
Price	Not available	Not available
Ratings	Not available	Not available

Overall Comparison

Hisense U6N: Peak Brightness up to 600 nits, Mini-LED with Full Array Local Dimming vs Hisense A7N: Peak Brightness 350 nits, Direct Lit

Pros and Cons

Hisense A7N

Pros:

Wide color gamut
Good native contrast ratio
Great response time
Fast and easy-to-use smart interface
Good reflection handling
Much more accurate in SDR prior to being calibrated
Better for gaming or watching sports
Low input lag
Supports 4K all the way down to 720p and supports 1440p
4K AI Upscaler
DTS Virtual:X audio technology
Voice remote
Low blue light mode

Cons:

Lacks a local dimming feature
Not bright enough to overcome glare in very bright rooms
Image degrades rapidly when viewed at an angle
Can't get very bright in HDR
Limited to a 60Hz refresh rate
Not well-suited for modern gaming consoles since they lack HDMI 2.1 bandwidth

Hisense U6N

Pros:

Excellent local dimming feature
Good upscaling of 1080p content
Accurate Theater picture modes without calibration
Snappy software performance

Cons:

Narrow viewing angle
Picture quality degrades at an angle
Average input lag
Sound quality is limited
VRR doesn't work @ 120Hz

User Experiences and Feedback

Hisense A7N

What Users Love

Good native contrast ratio, so blacks look nice in dark scenes.
Fast motion in sports looks crisp, with little motion blur.
Great selection of streaming apps.
HDR content looks vivid and lifelike.
Decent gaming experience with low input lag and a great response time.
Supports some advanced gaming features like VRR to reduce tearing.

Common Complaints

Blacks are raised and appear washed out when very bright highlights appear on the screen.
Fairly flat HDR experience, as bright specular highlights don't stand out from the background.

Value Perception

No value feedback reported.

Hisense U6N

What Users Love

No highlights reported.

Common Complaints

No major complaints reported.

Value Perception

No value feedback reported.

User Recommendations

The U6N has the same software that you're going to find in the U7 and U8, and I will say that it's pretty snappy overall.
For most users, I'd recommend trying out Hisense's Theater picture modes (Theater Day and HDR Theater) for movies and shows, as it delivers incredible accuracy even without calibration.
The Hisense U6N does a good job of upscaling 1080p content.
The U6N has an excellent local dimming feature to improve its black levels.
Dimming on the TV is handled quite well. The contrast at 80,000:1 combined with the High local dimming setting creates some rich black levels.
Unfortunately, the TV isn't well-suited for use in a group setting due to its narrow viewing angle.
The U6N's picture falters when viewed from an angle, losing contrast and displaying obvious backlight blooming.
Sound quality is one of the U6N's low points. Its limited speaker array delivers clear dialogue and a generally meaty bass, but its soundstage is limited, feeling contained to the screen itself.