- Matching (Score)
- Our verdict
- Competing TVs
- TV appearance
- Where to buy
- Contrast and black detail
- HDR effect quality
- Factory color reproduction
- Color reproduction after calibration
- Smoothness of tonal transitions
- Image scaling and smoothness of tonal transitions
- Blur and motion smoothness
- Console compatibility and gaming features
- Input lag
- Compatibility with PC
- Viewing angles
- TV efficiency during daytime
- TV features
- Apps
- Playing files from USB
- Sound
- Details about the matrix
Hisense E7Q / E79Q Review
E7Q / E79Q
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Panel type: LCD VA Refresh rate: 60Hz Brand: HISENSE Resolution: 3840x2160 System: VIDAA Model year: 2025
When buying a TV at a reasonable price, most of us know that we won't get miracles – but sometimes it’s enough for the equipment to just work well. That it has pleasant colours, reasonable motion smoothness, and doesn’t ruin the evening viewing experience. The Hisense E79Q seems to be just such a model: a reasonably priced QLED that aims to offer a bit more than your typical market TV. It has a few nice surprises – like the 120 Hz mode for gamers, which improves image fluidity in dynamic scenes. It’s not equipment with ambitions for home cinema, but it’s also not a screen “for the kitchen.” Rather, it’s a well-thought-out compromise, where the manufacturer has tried to squeeze the maximum out of a limited budget. How did it fare? We checked.
HISENSE E7Q / E79Q - Our verdict
6.1
Overall rating
Hisense E7Q / E79Q is a type of television that doesn’t promise miracles – and maybe that's why it can pleasantly surprise. It doesn’t try to pretend to be high-end equipment; it just gets the job done. If you’re looking for a cheap screen for everything that can handle Netflix, consoles, and morning YouTube while enjoying your coffee, this model makes a lot of sense. The VIDAA system has matured over the past few years, and it’s clear the manufacturer is learning. We have AirPlay, screen mirroring, and voice search in Polish – everything works, maybe not at lightning speed, but smoothly enough not to be annoying. You won’t find thousands of apps like in Google TV, but the most important ones are at hand. It’s a system that's meant to be simple and practical, not overloaded with unnecessary gimmicks – and in that sense, it really holds up. There’s something interesting for gamers too. The E7Q / E79Q offers low input lag, automatic low latency mode (ALLM), VRR support up to 60 Hz, and even a 120 Hz mode at 1080p resolution. It’s not a screen for hardcore e-sports enthusiasts, but if you just like to fire up your console in the evening and play a few rounds, this TV will do its job without complaining. And what about picture quality? We won’t deceive you – it’s not spectacular, but there’s also no reason to complain. A brightness of around 350 nits won’t impress, but the contrast thanks to the VA panel can really surprise positively. The blacks are quite deep, and the colours have a pleasant intensity, especially in SDR mode. It’s a bit of a shame that Dolby Vision doesn’t add much – because if it worked as it should, we’d have a TV that could confidently be recommended for HDR viewing as well. On the other hand, it’s hard to expect that in this price range. It’s simply a fair, well-priced screen that doesn’t make a fuss about itself but can deliver solid picture quality and surprisingly good features. And while it’s not perfect, after a few days of use, it’s hard not to think, “gee, this cheap Hisense really holds its own.”
Advantages
Good black and contrast
QLED (PFS LED) – vivid and saturated colours, DCI-P3 coverage of approx. 92%
Many features for gamers: ALLM, VRR, low input lag, Game Bar
Supports 120Hz at 1080p!
VIDAA system – easy to use, with AirPlay, Screen Mirroring and voice search
USB recording from built-in tuners
3.5 mm jack output and component inputs for older devices
Supports multiple audio formats including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X
Attractive price
Disadvantages
Dolby Vision adds little (which is a shame)
Poor digital image processing: lack of image enhancement features, average upscaling
Strong dithering when connected to PC (colourful fonts)
The build quality of our unit was very average
Movies and series in UHD quality6.2
Classic TV, YouTube5.9
Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)5.1
Gaming on console7.1
TV as a computer monitor3.0
Watching in bright light5.2
Utility functions8.7
Apps7.7
Sound quality6.3
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HISENSE E7Q / E79Q - Competing TVs in this price range
HISENSE E7Q / E79Q - TV appearance
HDMI inputs: 3 x HDMI 2.0, 0 x HDMI 2.1 Other inputs: Component (YPbPr) Outputs: Toslink (Optical audio), eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI), Mini-Jack (Headphones) Network Interfaces: Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi 5GHz, Ethernet (LAN) 100Mbps
Build quality: BuildQuality-Budget
Stand type: Legs
Bezel colour: Graphite
Stand: Fixed
Flat design: No
Accessories: Stand
Hisense E7Q / E79Q is a television that, at first glance, reveals its budget roots. Yes, the frame is slim and elegant, but the quality of craftsmanship does not leave the best impression. In our test unit, the panel protruded quite a bit above the frame, which made us quite concerned when pulling the screen out of the box. Perhaps this is a flaw specific to the unit that landed in our lab, but it’s hard not to take that into account. When we look at the back of the TV, the feeling of cheapness only deepens. It is made from a single, stamped plate, which, while sturdy, simply looks average. The whole construction is also quite thick, so it’s far from being in the “slim” category. From the front, the TV looks pretty good, but there are a few "missteps" that the manufacturer should pay attention to.
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HISENSE E7Q / E79Q - Contrast and black detail
5.7/10
Local dimming function: No
Result
5,400:1
Result
5,450:1
Result
3,800:1
Result
5,000:1
Result
4,350:1
Visibility of details in the lights:
Hisense E7Q / E79Q in our test variant of 58 inches is equipped with a VA panel, which has a huge impact on the reception of contrast and black levels in films or series. Thanks to such a panel, you can expect decent contrast and a stable visual effect, which works really well in most scenes. In measurements, we obtained values reaching around 6000:1, which in this price range is considered a solid result. However, it’s important to remember that this is not a design with local dimming, so don’t expect deep, “pitch-black” blacks known from more expensive models. In some shots, the black may have a slightly blue hue, which is completely natural for this technology and price. This is, however, a compromise that doesn’t bother during everyday viewing – especially if we watch in the evening with slightly dimmed light.
HISENSE E7Q / E79Q - HDR effect quality
5.1/10
Supported formats: HDR10, Dolby Vision Color gamut coverage: DCI P3: 91.4%, Bt.2020: 73.2%
Luminance measurements in HDR:
Result
300 nit
Result
329 nit
Result
379 nit
Result
389 nit
Result
397 nit
Hisense E7Q / E79Q is a mid-brightness TV, with a peak luminance level of around 350-380 nits. This is the absolute minimum that allows viewing HDR content in a way that's close to the creators' intentions, though without a distinct "wow" effect. The results of synthetic tests on white test patterns were confirmed in practice – in movie scenes, the bright parts of the image are stable and fairly even, but it's hard to talk about a true "burst of light" here. In everyday use, such as when watching Netflix or YouTube, the HDR effect is acceptable and is more than sufficient for most users. However, it must be said clearly – this is not the level of top-end screens, and one shouldn't expect that at this price. Fortunately, the Hisense E7Q / E79Q has an advantage that allows it to score quite a few points: it's a QLED panel of the PFS LED type, using an additional phosphor layer that improves colour reproduction. The measured range of the DCI-P3 colour gamut is around 92%, which means that the colours in most scenes are vibrant, well-saturated, and pleasing to the eye, especially for this price bracket.
Scene from the movie “Pan” (about 2800 nits)
Scene from the movie “Billy Lynn” (about 1100 nits)
During the testing of the Hisense E7Q / E79Q, we traditionally decided to set aside synthetic graphs and focus on how the TV performs in the real cinematic world. For while numbers can be ruthless, ultimately it’s the emotions and the sense of visual coherence that determine whether a screen will stay in our lounge for longer. In the case of the E7Q, it’s hard to talk about surprises – it’s a typical example of a TV that doesn’t lose detail, but due to limited brightness, everything appears a bit too bright. The blacks lose depth, making cinematic nights start to resemble evenings under streetlights. This isn’t a case of overexposure; rather, it’s a subtle “lightening of everything” that takes away character from the picture. In scenes with fireworks or flashes of lights, details remain visible, though the bright areas can be overly aggressive. Darker areas, on the other hand, shine slightly, reminding us that we’re not dealing with a screen equipped with local dimming technology, let alone an OLED. Colours can also be temperamental – faces turn more red, and the overall tone shifts to a purple hue, making the picture occasionally look “too theatrical.” This is not a TV that can fool the eye of an experienced viewer. However, in everyday use, with soft lighting and evening Netflix, it can create quite a pleasant atmosphere.
HDR luminance chart:
HDR luminance
The comparison of HDR10 and Dolby Vision on the Hisense E7Q / E79Q can really surprise – unfortunately, not in a very positive way. Usually, in such cheap TVs with basic LCD backlighting, the use of dynamic metadata, especially in the Dolby Vision format, actually makes a difference – it improves contrast, brings out more detail, and makes the picture look more mature. However, here the effect is surprisingly weak. Sure, there’s a slight improvement in contrast, but that’s about it. There are no additional details, and the overall image remains very similar to that of HDR10. Dolby Vision works, but it seems like the TV can't fully harness its capabilities. It's a shame, as there was significant potential, and the end result is rather disappointing.
Static HDR10
Dynamic: Dolby Vision
Factory color reproduction
5.2/10
In Filmmaker mode, the Hisense E7Q / E79Q television really managed to impress. After the first measurements, it turned out that the white balance was quite well tuned, with the only minor deviation being a slight tendency towards a purple hue, which we mentioned earlier. However, this did not significantly impact the overall character of the image – it remained cohesive and pleasant to view. A much bigger issue was the brightness characteristics (gamma) in SDR content and the EOTF curve in HDR films. The television clearly brightened the image, flattening contrast and taking away depth. Gamma values could drop from the reference 2.4 down to around 1.9, making the image look as though it was covered with a thin, milky layer. Fortunately, this is a problem that can be relatively easily corrected through calibration.
Color reproduction after calibration
7.4/10
The biggest beneficiary of calibration in the case of the Hisense E7Q / E79Q was undoubtedly the SDR mode. It managed to achieve almost perfect image quality – most of the errors in the Color Checker test dropped below a value of 3, and often even 2, which is a remarkable result for this class of equipment. The biggest improvement came from aligning the brightness characteristic (gamma), which made the image no longer look blown out and regained natural depth. In HDR content, it was also possible to improve the colours and eliminate the purple tint that we mentioned earlier, but errors in the Color Checker measurements were still noticeable. This is due to the fact that – as is often the case with Hisense televisions – the screen manipulates brightness quite strongly, overexposing some colours. This was also indicated by the EOTF curve, which was slightly above the reference values, suggesting these minor issues with excessive brightening. Despite this flaw and the construction limitations that arise with HDR content, the Hisense E7Q / E79Q gained quite a bit after calibration. In everyday use, the television presents a coherent, natural, and pleasant-to-the-eye image, and the difference compared to the factory settings is indeed huge.
HISENSE E7Q / E79Q - Smoothness of tonal transitions
8.5/10
For a budget TV, the Hisense E7Q / E79Q performs really well with a challenging element like the smoothness of tonal transitions. In most scenes, the colours blend together naturally, without noticeable jumps or artificial edges. The brighter parts of the image stand out particularly well – the transitions are smooth and pleasant to the eye. Minor issues arise only with very dark shades of grey, where you can notice slight banding. However, this is a detail that doesn’t affect the overall perception of the image. For a TV in this price range, the result is more than decent.
Image scaling and smoothness of tonal transitions
5/10
Smooth transition function
Image without overscan on the SD signal
In the case of Hisense E7Q / E79Q, upscaling and digital image processing are not the strongest points of this television. It is evident that the manufacturer has opted for simplicity rather than advanced image processing algorithms. The television does not offer any features that smooth tonal transitions or systems that enhance image clarity, which makes lower resolution materials look quite raw. Subtle compression edges can be seen on the screen, which better processors in other models can effectively hide.
During the testing of HD materials, we noticed that the E7Q tries to artificially boost detail, which sometimes works and other times has the opposite effect – the image becomes soft, slightly blurred, and at times even "watery." There is no aggressive sharpening that ruins naturalness, but there is also a lack of finesse in detail integration that better image processors provide.
HISENSE E7Q / E79Q - Blur and motion smoothness
4.8/10
Maximum refresh rate of the panel: 60Hz
Film motion smoothing option: Yes
Blur reduction option: No
BFI function 60Hz: No
BFI function 120Hz: No
Hisense E7Q / E79Q is a television with a 60 Hz screen, so sports fans in 4K may feel a slight disappointment – you simply won’t see such smooth images here as in more expensive models with higher refresh rates. Fortunately, when it comes to movies, the situation is much better. Cinematic materials recorded at 24 frames per second can be displayed here using a motion smoothing feature, allowing the user to adjust the picture to their own preferences – more cinematic with visible frames or smoother, in a theatrical style.
Blur (native resolution, maximum refresh rate):
Smużenie (1080p@120Hz):
When it comes to smearing and motion sharpness, it's rather average. The applied VA 60 Hz panel doesn't handle fast movement perfectly – in our UFO test, smears were clearly visible, especially on the darker elements of the image. However, you can note the plus of the 120 Hz mode at 1080p resolution, which does actually bring a significant improvement in motion clarity. One must be aware, though, that despite this, the image may still appear slightly blurry.
HISENSE E7Q / E79Q - Console compatibility and gaming features
6.3/10
- ALLM:
Yes
- VRR:
Yes
- VRR range:
48 - 60Hz
- Dolby Vision Game Mode:
Yes
- Correct implementation of HGIG:
No
- 1080p@120Hz:
Yes
- 1440p@120Hz:
No
- 4K@120Hz:
No
- Game bar:
Yes
Hisense E7Q / E79Q is a really good TV for gamers, even though it doesn’t support 4K signal at 120 Hz. However, the manufacturer has included a set of features that until recently could only be found in more expensive models. There's ALLM, which is auto-switching to low latency mode, allowing the TV to activate game mode with very low input lag automatically. We also have VRR, working up to 60 Hz – while this may not look impressive on paper, in practice it is fully sufficient, as most console games don’t exceed this limit anyway. All these settings can be quickly found in the Game Bar panel, a convenient menu created specifically for gamers. From this level, you can change picture modes, turn on a frame counter, or even… an on-screen crosshair – in the Vidaa system amusingly called a “target point,” which is the result of a clumsy translation from the Chinese manufacturer.
Special praise should go to the ability to play in 1080p at 120 Hz, which significantly improves the fluidity and responsiveness of the image. This means that if someone wants to play a few titles at a higher refresh rate, they can simply lower the resolution and enjoy much smoother motion. Despite the lack of 4K@120Hz, the Hisense E7Q / E79Q really performs well as a gaming TV – especially for those who aren’t looking for perfection but a solid and fast screen for everyday gaming.
HISENSE E7Q / E79Q - Input lag
10/10
In gaming, the easiest thing to notice is how fast (or slow) the TV is – and the Hisense E7Q / E79Q passes this test without a hitch. After just a few minutes of playing, you can feel that the response to the controller's movements is instantaneous, without that characteristic lag that can ruin even the best match in FIFA or a crucial exchange in a fighting game. In game mode, the E7Q / E79Q operates with a delay of under 15 ms, meaning there’s practically no gap between pressing a button and the reaction on the screen. This is a level that pricier models would be proud of. And it’s for this responsiveness – perhaps more than the picture or extras – that this TV truly deserves praise.
| SDR | HDR | Dolby Vision |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p60: 13 ms | 2160p60: 12 ms | 2160p60 DV: 12 ms |
| 1080p120: 8 ms | ||
| 2160p60: 12 ms |
HISENSE E7Q / E79Q - Compatibility with PC
3/10
Chroma 444 (maximum resolution and refresh rate): Yes
Font clarity: Good
Readability of dark text and shapes: Poor
Input lag in PC mode (4K, maximum refresh rate): 13ms
Matrix subpixel arrangement: BGR
Max refresh rate: 60Hz
G-Sync: Yes
In terms of collaboration with the PC, the Hisense E7Q / E79Q unfortunately does not impress. Yes, the television supports full 4:4:4 chroma sampling, so text and fonts are fairly readable, but that's where the list of advantages pretty much ends. The screen has a significant issue with dithering, which in practice looks very unpleasant – as if the surface of the image subtly shimmered with colours. This is best seen with dark letters on a grey background – instead of neutral shades of the font, there are delicate flashes of blue, green, and red, resembling a rainbow effect. After extended use with the computer, this can strain the eyes and diminish comfort. On the plus side, it’s worth noting the presence of frame syncing and the ability to operate at 120 Hz at a lower resolution, which may be a small consolation for gamers. However, as a typical PC monitor, the E7Q / E79Q performs rather mediocrely.
HISENSE E7Q / E79Q - Viewing angles
3.2/10
Brightness drop at an angle of 45 degrees: 73%
Hisense E7Q / E79Q has typical VA panel weak viewing angles. Directly in front, the image looks very good – the blacks are deep, and the contrast is high. However, just sitting slightly off to the side, the situation quickly changes. At around a 45-degree angle, brightness drops by about 73%, and the colours noticeably lose their saturation. This is a typical compromise we have to pay for choosing a TV with this type of panel instead of an IPS panel. There, the viewing angles are much better, but the blacks are significantly worse.
HISENSE E7Q / E79Q - TV efficiency during daytime
5.2/10
Matrix coating: Satin
Reflection suppression: Decent
Black levels during daytime: Good
The Hisense E7Q / E79Q performs best in moderately bright living rooms. Its brightness ranges from 350–380 nits, so in typical home conditions, the picture looks good, but in very sunny rooms, it starts to lose clarity. It’s simply not a screen for interiors with large windows or strong daylight. On the plus side, it’s worth mentioning the satin finish of the panel, which effectively reduces reflections – both from lamps and windows. As a result, even when the room isn't dim, the picture remains quite readable.
Matrix brightness
Average luminance SDR
Hisense E7Q / E79Q: 371 cd/m2
HISENSE E7Q / E79Q - TV features
8.7/10
System: VIDAA
System performance: Decent
- HDMI inputs: 3 x HDMI 2.0, 0 x HDMI 2.1
- Other inputs: Component (YPbPr)
- Outputs: Toslink (Optical audio), eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI), Mini-Jack (Headphones)
- Network Interfaces: Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi 5GHz, Ethernet (LAN) 100Mbps
- TV reception: DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-S, DVB-S2, DVB-C
Classic features:
- Recording to USB (terrestrial TV): Yes
- Recording programming: Yes
- Picture in Picture (PiP): No
- RF remote control (no need to aim at the screen): RF
- Backlit remote control: No
- Teletext: Yes
- Audio only mode: Yes
- Bluetooth headphones support: Yes
- Simultaneous Bluetooth headphones & TV audio: Yes
Smart features:
- AirPlay: Yes
- Screen mirroring (Windows Miracast): Yes
- Voice search: Yes
- Voice search in native language: Yes
- Ability to connect a keyboard and mouse: Yes
SmartTV Features: Vidaa
When it comes to Smart TV features, the Hisense E7Q / E79Q operates on the VIDAA system, which has been developed by the Chinese manufacturer for several years. It’s clear that the software is maturing – it includes AirPlay, Screen Mirroring, and voice search in multiple languages, including Polish. Unfortunately, in our unit, it worked quite slowly, which surprised us a bit, as in other Hisense models, this system responded much faster. The limited app library is also a downside. Of course, the most important ones are here – Netflix, Disney+ and YouTube – but it’s worth checking before purchase to see if you can find everything you use daily.
Traditional Features
In terms of traditional television features, the E7Q performs significantly better. It offers practically everything you could expect from a classic television: recording from built-in tuners to USB, a headphone jack output, and even a component input for older audio equipment. Additionally, it fully supports audio via eARC, ensuring that, regardless of the situation, the soundbar will always “perform as required.” The remote is also quite classic, well-designed with a good number of buttons (including numerical ones), which may appeal to those who still watch regular television on the set. 😉
Sound connection options
HDMI audio:
Other audio outputs:
- Toslink: Yes
- Stereo (Mini-Jack): Yes
Wireless audio:
- Bluetooth: Yes
Obsługiwane formaty audio:
- Dolby Digital Plus 7.1: Yes
- Dolby True HD 7.1: Yes
- Dolby Atmos in Dolby Digital Plus (JOC): Yes
- Dolby Atmos in Dolby True HD: Yes
- DTS:X in DTS-HD MA: Yes
- DTS-HD Master Audio: Yes
Ułatwienia dla seniorów
- Numeric keyboard on TV: Yes
- Font size adjustment: No
- Audio description: Yes
HISENSE E7Q / E79Q - Apps
7.7/10
HISENSE E7Q / E79Q - Playing files from USB
8.2/10
| Maximum photo resolution: | Supported photo formats: |
|---|---|
| 4 Mpix | JPEG |
| 6 Mpix | HEIC |
| 8 Mpix | PNG |
| 10 Mpix | GIF |
| 12 Mpix | WebP |
| 16 Mpix | TIFF |
| 20 Mpix | BMP |
| 24 Mpix | SVG |
| 28 Mpix | |
| 32 Mpix |
The media player in the Hisense E7Q / E79Q works properly, but it can be temperamental. The biggest issue concerns photo support – the TV only handles selected formats, and some files simply do not open. This is quite surprising because even cheaper models from other manufacturers usually do not have this problem. Videos and music play without major issues, however, one has to keep in mind that the E7Q is not a master of versatility when it comes to files from a USB stick. It is rather a basic player that works – provided we don't try to "surprise" it with something.
HISENSE E7Q / E79Q - Sound
6.3/10
83dB
Maximum volume
Supported codecs
(TV speakers)
Dolby Digital Plus 7.1
Dolby True HD 7.1
Dolby Atmos in Dolby Digital Plus (JOC)
Dolby Atmos in Dolby True HD
DTS:X in DTS-HD MA
DTS-HD Master Audio
The sound on the Hisense E7Q / E79Q is exactly what you’d expect from a TV in this price range – rather flat, but fairly loud. During measurements, the maximum volume reached around 83 dB, so it’s more than sufficient for daily viewing. Dialogues are easily heard, which somewhat compensates for the lack of distinct bass and depth. There are no revelations here: it's simply a solid minimum that is acceptable. On the plus side, the wide support for audio formats is a bonus. The TV handles Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, and even the increasingly rare DTS:X. This is a nice touch because at least we can be sure that everything will play as it should, regardless of the source – especially when we connect it to an external audio source like a soundbar.
Acoustic Measurements
83dBC (Max)
75dBC
HISENSE E7Q / E79Q - Details about the matrix
Panel uniformity and thermal imaging:
Backlight Type: PFS LED
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