Haier Q80FUX vs Hisense U7S Pro

Direct comparison

U7S PRO / U77S PRO

Info

Available screen sizes: 55”65”85”

Available screen sizes: 55”65”75”85”100”

Panel type: LCD VA

Resolution: 3840x2160

System: Google TV

Model year: 2025

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Panel type: LCD VA

Resolution: 3840x2160

System: VIDAA

Model year: 2026

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Overall rating

5.8

7.7

  • Movies and series in UHD quality

    5.9

    7.3

  • Classic TV, YouTube

    5.6

    7.1

  • Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)

    4.7

    6.8

  • Gaming on console

    6.7

    8.3

  • TV as a computer monitor

    6.0

    8.4

  • Watching in bright light

    4.8

    8.1

  • Utility functions

    5.6

    9.4

  • Apps

    9.6

    7.7

  • Sound quality

    5.5

    7.8

Advantages

  • Very good native contrast and decent black (thanks to the VA panel)

  • PFS / QLED Filter - Wide color gamut (about 95% DCI-P3)

  • Remarkably low input lag (below 10 ms at 120Hz and about 12 ms at 60Hz), making it a great choice for fast-paced games.

  • Support for 120Hz at lower resolution (Full HD) and the presence of VRR and ALLM

  • Support for Dolby Vision

  • Well-functioning file player from USB

  • Presence of analog headphone output (jack)

  • Very high brightness: Over 2200 nits in HDR

  • Good black levels and contrast: VA panel (65") + 960 Mini-LED zones

  • QLED: Wide color gamut coverage

  • Outstanding upscaling: Very good processing of weaker signals

  • Ideal for a bright living room: High brightness + matte panel

  • Rich format support: Dolby Vision, HDR10+, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X

  • Powerful gaming features: 4x HDMI 2.1 (48 Gbps), up to 330 Hz, low input lag, Game Bar

  • Above-average sound: Built-in subwoofer + Devialet tuning

  • Remote control: Solar panel, USB-C, backlight, numeric keypad

  • Recording programs to USB

Disadvantages

No like
  • The image is quite "blown out" in HDR

  • Google TV software full of bugs, poor translations, and issues

  • Missing any image enhancement features (noise reduction, gradient smoothing)

  • Average brightness

  • Flat, bassless sound

  • High input lag in Dolby Vision mode for gaming

  • Weird and poorly ergonomic remote

  • No support for HGiG format (consoles)

  • App deficiencies: Limited availability of some apps in HomeOS / VIDAA system

  • Poor image at an angle: additionally, the matte screen loses its ability to suppress reflections

Our verdict

The Haier Q80FUX TV is one of the most schizophrenic proposals we've had in our editorial office for a long time. On one hand, we have a solid piece of equipment: a VA panel that guarantees deep blacks, as expected in this segment, and a QLED quantum filter that can indeed generate juicy, eye-catching colors. This is the foundation on which a truly competitive mid-range receiver could have been built. Unfortunately, all this potential of the panel is systematically torpedoed by the software, which is a real ball and chain for this model. The biggest Achilles' heel of the Q80FUX is its total capitulation in the face of HDR10 content. The electronics seem to completely misunderstand how to interpret the signal, resulting in consistently blowing out the brightest parts of the image, turning them into a flat, milky blob. If we add the Google TV system, which – although functional – is unstable, full of errors, and irritating shortcomings, we get a picture of a raw product that clearly reveals the manufacturer's lack of experience. And just when we were ready to write this model off, we discovered its surprising niche. Once connected to a console, the Q80FUX undergoes a transformation. It turns out that this TV offers wonderfully low input lag, fully supports VRR, and can accept a 120Hz signal at Full HD resolution. In the gaming world, where responsiveness is everything, these parameters put it in a very good light. So we are dealing with a device of very narrow specialization. This is not a universal living room TV – it lacks stability and, above all, any correctness in handling films. It is more of a budget, large-format monitor for gamers who are able to consciously overlook all its software flaws in exchange for those few key attributes essential for console/PC at a relatively affordable price.

The Hisense U7S Pro is undoubtedly a successful model, but it is designed for specific tasks. Its absolute domain is bright, sunlit living rooms. Thanks to its powerful brightness (over 2200 nits in HDR) and matte panel, during the day you can expect a comfortable image – without squinting and fighting glare. This great performance during the day is paired with rich features. We get excellent upscaling for lower-quality content (e.g., traditional television), a fantastic remote, and sound fine-tuned by Devialet. Importantly, this bright screen has also maximized features for gamers. It offers up to four HDMI 2.1 ports, VRR, ALLM, and refresh rates of up to 330 Hz! All of these features make it a true beast for consoles or PC, as long as we overlook its lack of support for the HGiG format. However, while the television shines (or is "matte"? 😉) during the day, certain compromises emerge after dark. Although the screen received a significant upgrade compared to last year's model in terms of the number of Mini-LED dimming zones, the new generation does not show a significant improvement in black quality. Generally, it is good, but sometimes there is a feeling that the algorithms don’t quite manage such a large number of dimming points. It is clear that – like every Mini-LED – the U7S Pro will lose to OLEDs during nighttime viewing. In overall terms, it is still a very versatile, well-equipped television for everyday use. So if you are looking for a TV that will give you a satisfying image at any time of day, while also not wanting to pay as much as for top-tier models, this one will be a great choice.

TV appearance

HDMI inputs
4 x HDMI 2.0, 0 x HDMI 2.1
0 x HDMI 2.0, 4 x HDMI 2.1 (48Gbps)
Other inputs
RCA (Chinch)
Outputs
Toslink (Optical audio), eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI), Mini-Jack (Headphones)
Toslink (Optical audio), eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI)
Network Interfaces
Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi 5GHz, Ethernet (LAN) 100Mbps
Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi 5GHz, Ethernet (LAN) 100Mbps
Build quality
Average
Good
Stand type
Central
Central
Bezel color
Graphite
Graphite
Stand
Fixed
Height adjustment
Accessories
Stand
Stand

Contrast and black detail

6.3/10

7.5/10

Local dimming function: No

Local dimming function: Yes, number of zones: 960 (24 x 40)

Contrast:

Review Haier Q80FUX Contrast and black detail

Result

5,200:1

Review Haier Q80FUX Contrast and black detail

Result

7,400:1

Review Haier Q80FUX Contrast and black detail

Result

7,550:1

Review Haier Q80FUX Contrast and black detail

Result

7,300:1

Review Haier Q80FUX Contrast and black detail

Result

6,450:1

Review Hisense U7S Pro Contrast and black detail

Result

346,350:1

Review Hisense U7S Pro Contrast and black detail

Result

13,500:1

Review Hisense U7S Pro Contrast and black detail

Result

19,050:1

Review Hisense U7S Pro Contrast and black detail

Result

9,950:1

Review Hisense U7S Pro Contrast and black detail

Result

6,450:1

Halo effect and black detail visibility:

Check the visibility of bright lights on a dark background. Mini-LEDs often struggle with this. The photo does not compare black levels – that’s what the video below is for.

The video accurately shows differences in contrast and black levels between TVs, as well as potential issues: halo around bright objects or Mini-LED zone operation visible as brightness jumps.

I must admit, when approaching a receiver in this price range, one instinctively crosses their fingers, hoping that at least the black won't be a gray blot. Meanwhile, the Haier Q80FUX, specifically the 55-inch model present in our editorial office, can very positively surprise in this regard. Its secret lies in using a VA panel, which by nature has an inclination for generating high contrast. And these are not empty promises. During screenings, in most film shots, the contrast consistently reported levels from 5000:1, often reaching as high as 8000:1. These are really strong results, considering the fact that this television does not possess any, even minimal, form of local dimming. Translating this into couch experiences: given its price realities, the Q80FUX offers simply solid blacks. Of course, it's not that perfectly velvety depth that makes the screen disappear into darkness. When we conduct a screening in conditions of complete isolation from light, we will notice that in the darkest parts of the image, the black reveals its budget origins, slightly shifting towards a bluish tint. However, this is a defect easy to mask – just a little light from a lamp in the corner of the room is enough for this nuance to become invisible, and the image to regain a satisfying depth.

The U7S Pro in the tested variant of 65" uses a VA panel and has as many as 960 local dimming zones. Thanks to the combination of such a panel (which has a high native contrast) and a large number of zones, the blacks are really very good here. In dark scenes, viewed with dim lighting, the effect can even resemble OLED TVs – as beautifully demonstrated by our first test scene from the movie Oblivion. Unfortunately, when more small, bright elements appear on a dark background, the local dimming algorithm starts to show its weaknesses. The contrast can noticeably drop, and around bright objects, the "halo" effect becomes visible, which is the characteristic glow (called blooming). However, this is a natural feature of Mini-LED TVs resulting from the physical limitations of this technology – there will always be fewer dimming zones than independent pixels in an OLED, so it is physically impossible to completely overcome this. Interestingly, although the new U7S Pro model has nearly twice as many local dimming zones as last year's U7Q Pro, it has not brought any significant improvement in this aspect in practice.

HDR effect quality

4.9/10

6.7/10

Supported formats
HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG
HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Dolby Vision IQ, HLG
Color gamut coverage
DCI P3: 94.6%, Bt.2020: 74.4%
DCI P3: 96.4%, Bt.2020: 81.5%

Luminance measurements in HDR:

Review Haier Q80FUX Brightness measurement

Result

308 nit

Review Haier Q80FUX Brightness measurement

Result

327 nit

Review Haier Q80FUX Brightness measurement

Result

352 nit

Review Haier Q80FUX Brightness measurement

Result

330 nit

Review Haier Q80FUX Brightness measurement

Result

344 nit

Review Hisense U7S Pro Brightness measurement

Result

1041 nit

Review Hisense U7S Pro Brightness measurement

Result

458 nit

Review Hisense U7S Pro Brightness measurement

Result

1104 nit

Review Hisense U7S Pro Brightness measurement

Result

528 nit

Review Hisense U7S Pro Brightness measurement

Result

897 nit

Scene from the movie “Pan” (about 2800 nits)

Scene from the movie “Billy Lynn” (about 1100 nits)

The photos show two HDR10 movies. 'Pan' is one of the brightest productions ever made, while 'Billy Lynn' (soldier) has brightness typical of streaming (Netflix, Prime, HBO MAX). Notice the intensity of effects and detail in whites.

Static HDR10

The photos present the visibility of white details in various HDR formats. They do not show brightness differences between TVs (these can be compared in the previous gallery).

Dynamic: Dolby Vision

Dynamic: Dolby Vision

The photos present the visibility of white details in various HDR formats. They do not show brightness differences between TVs (these can be compared in the previous gallery).

HDR luminance chart:

Hisense U7S Pro

Haier Q80FUX

Alright, let's move on to the topic that generates so much discussion, namely the capabilities of the TV in HDR mode. Let's make it clear right away: the Haier Q80FUX is certainly not a brightness demon. The panel of this receiver can generate about 350 nits at peak, which in today’s reality is an absolute minimum to even talk about the presence of extended HDR tonal dynamic range. On the plus side, this power is at least stable – regardless of the test pattern or movie scene we used, the measurements invariably oscillated around 300-350 nits. These are therefore at best adequate results, definitely far from the stunning showcase of capabilities that we know from more expensive models. Fortunately, there is one aspect in which the Q80FUX makes up for these shortcomings and does so abundantly. After all, we are talking about a QLED TV (or more precisely, PFS LED), which means that thanks to the quantum dot filter applied to the matrix, it can generate really juicy, vibrant colors. These are not empty promises – a DCI-P3 color gamut coverage reaching nearly 95% is an impressive result that directly translates into very pleasant, saturated colors for the eye.

Let’s start by saying that the U7S Pro is an impressively bright television – in calibrated mode, our measuring equipment indicated a staggering 2200 nits of peak brightness! This is an impressive result, considering that this model is positioned as mid-range.

However, as we know, peak brightness on test patterns is one thing, and actual movie scenes are another. Unfortunately, in real video materials, the backlight power clearly drops. While in the most demanding moments the television can still exceed the 1000 nit barrier – which is still a great result, perfectly fitting the mastering standards of most HDR films – the truly challenging aspect turns out to be the aggressively tuned local dimming algorithms. Because of them, small, bright details, such as stars or the moon in the night sky, are noticeably dimmed. The television tries at all costs to maintain deep black levels, which is of course understandable, but unfortunately, this comes at the cost of dynamics and the brilliance of the HDR effect itself.

The color reproduction is worth praising. The new U7S Pro is a QLED construction that provides very wide color gamut coverage. Unlike last year's model (U7Q Pro), this year's variant is now a “true” QLED, rather than a solution based on a PFS filter. As a result, color saturation has noticeably increased, and coverage of the most demanding BT.2020 space has exceeded the 81% barrier.

Factory color reproduction

4/10

4.7/10

This gallery shows how colors change after professional TV calibration. If you notice the difference, we recommend ordering this service at SkalibrujTV.com.

Factory Mode

After calibration

Factory settings for film mode are rarely perfect, but in the case of the Q80FUX, we encountered a noticeable imbalance. In SDR content, the image was definitely too warm, which resulted from an excessive amount of red in the white balance, giving it a slightly sepia tone. Contrarily, in HDR materials, the television fell into the other extreme—the excess of blue created an unnatural, cold effect. However, it wasn’t the whimsical white balance that was the biggest problem with this TV. The real culprit, responsible for the previously described issues, was hidden deeper. It turned out that the Q80FUX had completely misaligned gamma values and, crucially for HDR, a poorly managed EOTF curve. It was these erroneous factory settings that caused notorious clipping of the brightest parts of the image, applying that characteristic milky filter over them. Thus, we found the source of the problem. This state of affairs led to overall, significant color errors that were easy to catch even for an untrained eye. Like every television we tested, we decided to calibrate this model as well, and you can find the results of those adjustments in the next paragraph.

We tested the U7S Pro model – as always – in the best factory-tuned picture mode, which is Filmmaker Mode. We can evaluate the displayed colors in two ways. The most disappointing was the profile intended for watching SDR content, such as traditional television, YouTube, and other less demanding materials. The picture was clearly too yellow, which turned out to be a direct consequence of a poorly set white balance. As our graphs show, there is a huge deficiency of the blue component here, which drastically affected the overall color temperature. This is clearly evident on the ColorChecker charts and the graphs of the color palette itself, where most samples veered toward yellow. Fortunately, the factory HDR mode performed significantly better – there, the color errors hovered around a Delta E value of 3, which is already a really solid result.

Color reproduction after calibration

6.1/10

7.5/10

The photos show how movies look on the TV. Pay attention to black detail visibility, colors, and shadow tint.

The photos show how movies look on the TV. Pay attention to black detail visibility, colors, and shadow tint.

The results of our calibration efforts must, unfortunately, be considered twofold. Overall, the image is indisputably better than before the corrections, but the biggest winner of this process turned out to be SDR content. It is here, after clarifying the gamma and white balance graphs, that we obtained results that can confidently be called very good. After the setup, the Q80FUX truly shines in standard dynamics, showing only slight errors in the most challenging skin tone reproductions. Unfortunately, the weakest link still remains HDR content. And here lies the paradox: even though we managed to calibrate the white balance almost to perfection, the overall color errors still remain at a fairly high level. The reason is that the television still interprets the static HDR10 metadata "in its own way," stubbornly enforcing that unfortunate washed-out image effect, which inevitably leads to significant distortions. Although we successfully eliminated the factory excess of blue color, due to this electronic interference, the screen can still tend to fall into somewhat too cold tones. This television just has it this way.

However, we know that the Hisense company can do much more – as previous generations have proven – which is why we simply couldn't leave the factory flaws of the U7S Pro model in everyday content. As always in such cases, we subjected the television to professional calibration. The conclusions? This process brought about a colossal change. After manually adjusting the white balance and compensating for the deficiencies in the blue component, the annoying yellow tint disappeared like magic. The white became naturally pure, and skin tones gained the proper, healthy hue. Importantly, the calibration not only tamed the capricious SDR mode but also allowed us to squeeze the maximum from the panel's potential, reducing the average color reproduction errors to values almost imperceptible to the human eye. The only thing we have to nitpick after the entire process is the very nature of the Mini-LED backlighting and its specific cooperation with the HDR signal. The aggressively tuned local dimming algorithms significantly interfere with the EOTF brightness curve. As a result, the backlighting does not always work perfectly with the creator's intent – depending on the scene being viewed, the curve can noticeably run either above or below the reference, which at times disrupts the perfect dynamics of HDR image.

Smoothness of tonal transitions

7.5/10

9.5/10

These are selected scenes that show smooth tonal transitions from one color to another. If you see distinct banding, it’s the TV panel’s fault.

These are selected scenes that show smooth tonal transitions from one color to another. If you see distinct banding, it’s the TV panel’s fault.

These are selected scenes that show smooth tonal transitions from one color to another. If you see distinct banding, it’s the TV panel’s fault.

These are selected scenes that show smooth tonal transitions from one color to another. If you see distinct banding, it’s the TV panel’s fault.

Analyzing the television's ability to handle subtle tonal transitions, known as "banding," leads us to interesting conclusions. The Haier Q80FUX skillfully blends neighboring colors in most scenes, creating a smooth, cohesive image. However, this is not an ideal process. During the tests, we noticed minor issues and imperfections in every test scene we used. These are perhaps not errors that aggressively catch the eye and spoil the movie experience, yet their presence is worth noting. Interestingly, this receiver shows no particular weaknesses or strengths in this regard – it handles this challenge exactly the same, whether displaying delicate gradients of a bright sky or dark transitions in shadows.

Digital image processing has long been a true hallmark of Hisense. In the U7S Pro model, we did not notice any serious issues with so-called color banding, or the posterization effect. Individual shades transition almost perfectly and smoothly into one another, without the annoying effect of jagged edges or visible "steps" in the gradients.

Image scaling and smoothness of tonal transitions

4/10

7.8/10

Image without overscan on the SD signal
OK
OK
Smooth transition function
No
OK

Smooth transition function

The match photo shows how the TV smooths weak tonal transitions in low-quality video.

Image scaling SD (576i)

The model photo shows how it handles upscaling of SD material.

If there is one area where Haier clearly shows that it has quite a bit to catch up on compared to the market leaders, it is digital image processing. The upscaling, well... is just okay. And that's about all that can be said about it. It does what it is supposed to do: it ensures that lower resolution signals don't scare you with harsh pixelation on the screen and don't look like an overly enlarged postage stamp. However, it is far from the finesse and "intelligent" sharpening that more experienced players in this market have developed over the years. The biggest drawback of the Q80FUX software, however, is the almost complete lack of additional "cleaning" and smoothing functions for the image. The receiver does not offer any noise reduction or gradient enhancement mechanisms. This means that with older or more heavily compressed materials, we simply have to accept that any imperfections in tonal transitions or color blending, which we mentioned earlier, will constantly accompany us during the viewing.

The digital processing of lower quality signals is at a very high level here, thanks to the MediaTek Pentonic 800 processor utilized in the U7S Pro. The upscaling itself, which is the TV's ability to enhance lower resolution signals to 4K, is also performing well. We did not notice any unnatural, sharp edges on the screen, and our test image with the model looked simply attractive.

Blur and motion smoothness

4.5/10

7.4/10

Maximum refresh rate of the panel
60Hz
165Hz
Film motion smoothing option
OK
OK
Blur reduction option
No
OK
BFI function 60Hz
No
Yes, 120Hz (double contours)
BFI function 120Hz
No
Yes, 240Hz (double contours)
Brightness drop with BFI
-%
60%

Blur (native resolution, maximum refresh rate):

Blur (BFI function enabled):

Blur ():

Blur (1080P@330Hz):

The issue of motion fluidity and blurring is largely predetermined by the use of a 60Hz panel, which naturally makes it difficult to recommend this receiver to enthusiasts of very dynamic content. Fortunately, in the Q80FUX, we find a few options (though, as we will see shortly, actually only one) designed to improve the experience with older film productions. There is a "De-Judder" slider available, which indeed affects the smoothness of the image and allows us to adjust it to our preferences: from raw, cinematic frame rates to a more theatrical, smoothed presentation. However, a genuine surprise awaits us right next to it in the menu. There is also a second slider, supposedly dedicated to eliminating blur – this is a feature we usually encounter in 120Hz panels, aimed at combating motion blur in sports. However, as expected, recalling memories from testing the K85F model, here too this slider is merely a facade. Moving it does absolutely nothing to the image and it simply looks like an oversight by the product engineers who left a non-functional option in the software for this type of panel.

The Hisense U7S Pro features a panel with a maximum refresh rate of 165 Hz in 4K, and in game mode, it can reach up to 330 Hz at Full HD resolution. However, it's important to note that these highest numbers have little significance in everyday use, as most content supports a maximum of 120 Hz (e.g., while gaming on a console). Nevertheless, the TV handles motion quite well and performs really decently for an LCD construction.

There's hardly anything to complain about regarding fluidity. In the menu, we find a motion smoothness enhancer called "Motion Enhancement," which hides two sliders: blur reduction and judder reduction. They allow for manual configuration of the smoothness enhancer, which works well for both movies and sports, effectively improving the raw television signal.

Console compatibility and gaming features

5.6/10

8.5/10

  • ALLM
    Yes
    Yes
  • VRR
    Yes
    Yes
  • VRR range
    48 - 120Hz
    48 - 330Hz
  • Dolby Vision Game Mode
    Warning Yes, high input lag
    Yes
  • Correct implementation of HGIG
    No
    No
  • 1080p@120Hz
    Yes
    Yes
  • 1440p@120Hz
    No
    Yes
  • 4K@120Hz
    No
    Yes
  • Game bar
    No
    Yes

Stepping into the gaming territory, the Haier Q80FUX proves to be quite a decent companion for the "casual gamer." On board, we find today’s highly desired features like VRR (variable refresh rate) and ALLM (automatic low latency mode). However, the biggest surprise is something else. Although we are not dealing with a 4K@120Hz panel, the TV can accept and display a 120Hz signal at a lower resolution (Full HD). This is a very useful feature, allowing the conscious switch of the console to a lower resolution mode in exchange for significantly higher fluidity, which is a perfectly acceptable compromise in the gaming world.

We won’t particularly complain about the lack of extras like the "Game Bar," as it’s just a nice addition. The most concerning issues arise when we enter the world of HDR in games. Due to the fact that the TV constantly adapts the signal "in its own way," setting the brightness on the console according to the HGIG standard is nearly impossible to accomplish as per the instructions. Worse still, in the Dolby Vision mode for games, the input lag rises to about 50 ms, which is a high enough value that essentially makes this mode unusable. However, generally, we wouldn’t recommend gaming on this TV in HDR mode, so these aren’t such serious shortcomings. The most pleasing aspect is the presence of 120Hz in Full HD, which makes the Q80FUX quite a nice TV for the occasional gamer.

If you plan to connect a console or PC to the U7S Pro, you will be more than satisfied – this television is excellent equipment for gamers. Hisense didn't spare any expense and included 4 HDMI 2.1 ports with full bandwidth of 48 Gbps. You won't need to juggle cables, as each port will handle the full package of features. We have an automatic game mode (ALLM) and VRR, which works over a wide range from 48 Hz to a cosmic 330 Hz. Of course, those 330 Hz are currently just a gimmick for owners of powerful PCs, as consoles will still be limited to 120 Hz, but it's good to have that reserve for the future. The Game Bar also works very well during gaming. It's a handy menu bar for gamers, where you can quickly change the picture mode, turn on a crosshair in the center of the screen, and even change the aspect ratio to ultra-wide without going into the main settings of the television, which PC simulator fans will appreciate. The only downside worth noting is the incorrect implementation of the HGiG format in games. This means that the television ignores the instructions from the console regarding the image generated in HDR10 and constantly meddles with the image it produces, trying to "enhance" it in its own way. Because of this, the correct configuration of HDR in the console menu (where brightness is set on the logo/checkerboard) is somewhat complicated.

Input lag

9.4/10

9.7/10

SDR

1080p60
13 ms
18 ms
1080p120
8 ms
9 ms
2160p60
13 ms
18 ms
2160p120
9 ms

HDR

2160p60
12 ms
17 ms
2160p120
8 ms
4320p60

Dolby Vision

2160p60 DV
46 ms
27 ms
2160p120 DV
18 ms

If there is one category in which the Haier Q80FUX absolutely shines and shows its claws, it is input lag. In this area, the television presents results that are truly remarkable. In 120Hz mode (achieved, let’s remind ourselves, at a lower resolution), the input lag drops below 10 ms, which is an excellent value, worthy of high-end gaming monitors. Not much worse, and still at a very good level, is the classic 60Hz mode – here measurements steadily indicated around 12-14 ms. These are results that even significantly more expensive, gaming-specific designs would not be ashamed of. The only, but serious, drawback here is the Dolby Vision mode. As we established earlier, activating it raises the lag to an unacceptable level, so we definitely advise against using it during any interactive gameplay.

When it comes to delays, it's really good. Results below 10 ms for 120 Hz content is great news because the response to moving the joystick or pressing a button on the controller is instantaneous. At the standard 60 Hz, the delay rises to around 18 ms – that's still low enough that even the most passionate gamers won't be able to feel it. The only thing that could be nitpicked here is playing with Dolby Vision enabled. In that case, the input lag can jump to around 30 ms. However, it must be honestly admitted that these are still not values we would consider bad or that would prevent comfortable gameplay.

Compatibility with PC

6/10

8.4/10

Chroma 444 (max. resolution and refresh rate)
Yes
Yes
Font clarity
Very Good
Good
Readability of dark text and shapes
Very Good
Average
Input lag in PC mode (4K, max. refresh rate)
13ms
8ms
Matrix subpixel arrangement
BGR
BGR
Max refresh rate
60Hz
165Hz
G-Sync
Yes
Yes

The photo shows the legibility of small fonts. Ideally, lines should be the same thickness on both light and dark text, with minimal pixel gaps.

We also checked how the Q80FUX works when connected to a computer. And here’s another pleasant surprise – it handles this really very well. The most important thing is that the fonts are very readable, so nothing blurs and you can work on it normally. Additionally, just like with consoles: we can set a lower resolution here to achieve a high refresh rate of 120Hz in return. What’s super important is that in this mode, G-Sync started up and worked correctly. This just confirms that this television is really a successful and efficient piece of equipment for gaming, including on a PC.

U7S Pro, as we already mentioned, is great equipment for gamers – including those on PC. The TV offers very high refresh rates, reaching up to 165 Hz at 4K resolution, and when dropping down to Full HD, it can even hit 330 Hz! These are values mainly found in monitors rather than TVs! Additionally, the TV works seamlessly with Nvidia and AMD graphics cards thanks to G-Sync and FreeSync.

As for text readability on the desktop, it is quite good – the TV supports full color sampling (Chroma 4:4:4), so fonts should be sharp and clear. However, there is a small catch: text readability significantly deteriorates when the TV is operating in 165 Hz or 144 Hz mode. To fix this and achieve much better, sharp fonts, it's best to simply set the refresh rate in Windows settings to 120 Hz.

Viewing angles

3.3/10

3.2/10

Brightness drop at an angle of 45 degrees
75%
72%

Anyone planning screenings with a wide, family group must be aware of the fundamental compromise that Haier has opted for by implementing a VA panel in this model. This technology has indeed provided us with deep blacks and high contrast, but its inherent feature is also a noticeable narrowing of viewing angles. Just sitting a bit further to the side on the couch is enough to immediately notice how colors begin to lose saturation and the picture fades. It’s simply a classic trade-off – we gain something (contrast) at the expense of something else (angles) – and the Q80FUX fits perfectly into this scheme.

Unfortunately, the U7S Pro does not offer the best viewing angles on the market. This is due to the VA panel used here, which, unlike IPS or ADS panels, is characterized by significantly greater image degradation when viewed from the side. Colors lose their saturation, and contrast clearly decreases. Interestingly, this feature applies not only to the panel itself but also to the external layer of the screen. The matte coating used here loses its "matte properties" at a large angle and begins to behave more like a glossy screen. Instead of diffusing light, it starts to reflect it more strongly, which can intensify discomfort while using it in a sunlit room. Therefore, to enjoy the best image quality and a lack of reflections, it is best to sit directly in front of the screen when using the U7S Pro.

Daytime performance

4.8/10

8.1/10

Panel finish
Satin
Matte
Reflection suppression
Decent
Good
Black levels during daytime
Good
Good

Panel brightness

Hisense U7S Pro: 903 cd/m2

Haier Q80FUX: 317 cd/m2

The clash of the receiver with the everyday challenges posed by a bright living room turns out to be quite decent in the case of the Q80FUX, although it is certainly hard to call it ideal. The matrix itself is equipped with a coating that handles the suppression of most ambient reflections fairly well. Equally importantly, even in more challenging lighting conditions, the screen is capable of maintaining pleasantly saturated colors. However, the weakness of this construction reveals itself where the power of the backlight comes into play. The previously mentioned, rather moderate maximum brightness (around 350 nits) means that when confronted with intense natural light coming through the window, the screen often struggles to "break through." On a sunny day, the image may simply lack the necessary expressive power.

The U7S Pro performs very well in brightly lit living rooms, all thanks to the new matte screen coating. In this year's model, it effectively suppresses reflections of light falling directly on the television. While it may not be the deepest matte finish available on the market, it performs well in most scenarios. It's worth noting the previously mentioned characteristic issue: when we sit at an angle, the coating dramatically loses its properties, and the screen begins to resemble a satin-gloss construction. So, if we have windows positioned at an unfortunate angle, people sitting on the side of the couch may struggle with noticeable reflections. Despite this minor inconvenience, the U7S Pro is still an excellent choice for a bright living room. Beyond the coating itself, its main advantage is extreme brightness. In typical television content (SDR), the screen can reach an average of up to 900 nits. This is an outstanding result that places this model at the forefront of the market.

Panel details

Backlight Type
PFS LED
Mini-LED QLED
Software version during testing
UKN2.24119.053
V01.09.50D.Q0115
Image processor
MT5896 2GB RAM

Subpixel Structure:

Panel uniformity and thermal imaging:

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Haier Q80FUX

Hisense U7S Pro

TV features

5.6/10

9.4/10

  • System
    Google TV
    VIDAA
  • System performance
    Average
    Good
  • HDMI inputs
    4 x HDMI 2.0, 0 x HDMI 2.1
    0 x HDMI 2.0, 4 x HDMI 2.1 48Gbps
  • Other inputs
    RCA (Chinch)
  • Outputs
    Toslink (Optical audio), eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI), Mini-Jack (Headphones)
    Toslink (Optical audio), eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI)
  • Network Interfaces
    Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi 5GHz, Ethernet (LAN) 100Mbps
    Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi 5GHz, Ethernet (LAN) 100Mbps
  • TV reception
    DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-S, DVB-S2, DVB-C
    DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-S, DVB-S2, DVB-C

Classic features:

  • Recording to USB (terrestrial TV)
    No
    Yes
  • Recording programming
    No
    Yes
  • Picture in Picture (PiP)
    No
    No
  • RF remote control (no need to aim)
    Yes
    Yes
  • Backlit remote control
    No
    Yes
  • Teletext
    No
    Yes
  • Audio only mode
    Yes
    Yes
  • Bluetooth headphones support
    Yes
    Yes
  • Simultaneous Bluetooth headphones & TV audio
    No
    Yes

Smart features:

  • AirPlay
    No
    Yes
  • Screen mirroring (Windows Miracast)
    Yes
    Yes
  • Voice search
    Yes
    Yes
  • Voice search in native language
    Yes
    Yes
  • Ability to connect a keyboard and mouse
    Yes
    Yes
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Sound connection options

  • HDMI audio
    eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI)
    eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI)
  • Other audio outputs
    Toslink (Optical audio), Mini-Jack (Headphones)
    Toslink (Optical audio)
  • Wireless audio
    Bluetooth
    Bluetooth

Supported audio formats (external HDMI eARC audio):

  • Dolby Digital Plus 7.1
    Yes
    Yes
  • Dolby True HD 7.1
    Yes
    Yes
  • Dolby Atmos in Dolby Digital Plus (JOC)
    Yes
    Yes
  • Dolby Atmos in Dolby True HD
    Yes
    Yes
  • DTS:X in DTS-HD MA
    No
    Yes
  • DTS-HD Master Audio
    No
    Yes

Senior accessibility

  • Numeric keyboard on TV
    No
    Yes
  • Font size adjustment
    No
    Yes
  • Audio description
    Yes
    Yes

SmartTV on Haier Q80FUX: GoogleTV

First, let's tackle the smart layer, which is managed by the Google TV system on the Q80FUX. This is theoretically a huge advantage, opening access to an endless library of applications, facilitating screen mirroring from mobile devices, and offering convenient voice search. Unfortunately, just like in other models from this brand that we've tested, the implementation of this platform leaves much to be desired. It’s not even about drastic freezes or delays in navigation, but rather a festival of minor errors, oversights, and terrible translations in the menu. It’s hard to regard "Google TV" in Haier’s version as comparable to what we know, for instance, from Sony or TCL receivers, even though the same proudly sounding name appears on the box.

Classic Features

Moving on to the classic, practical functions of the television, the picture does not improve at all. The only commendable aspect is the presence of Bluetooth connectivity and an unusual yet useful relic from the past in the form of an analog headphone output jack. Other than that, it’s hard to find anything that would excite us. Due to problematic software, the receiver (just like its predecessors in our tests) was unable to find any terrestrial TV channels, while other TVs connected to the same installation had no issues whatsoever. The remote control itself is also strange – its design might appeal to some, but due to the lack of a numeric keypad and the absurd placement of some buttons on the side edge, it definitely cannot be called senior-friendly.

SmartTV: Vidaa / HomeOS

Hisense U7S Pro on our European market traditionally uses its proprietary system. This year, Vidaa underwent rebranding and changed its name to "HomeOS." When it comes to the appearance of the system itself, there aren't any major revolutions – instead of purple accents, we simply have yellow. The system operates really smoothly and very responsively. The TV supports all typical Smart TV features, such as AirPlay, screen mirroring, and voice search. Interestingly, the new voice assistant is based on artificial intelligence, so its responses are mainly driven by AI. The only thing that can be criticized about the Vidaa system is that it doesn't offer the widest library of applications. At least that’s the case at the time of writing this review, which is in May 2026. (App list below).

TV Features

U7S Pro is also well-suited for the role of a classic television for watching traditional TV, mainly thanks to the remote control with a physical numeric keypad that we get in the package. With it, you can easily and quickly enter the number of the station you’re interested in. In the evenings, you don’t have to fumble around for buttons, as the functional part of the remote is backlit. Additionally, you don’t have to worry about batteries – the remote is equipped with a solar panel, and if needed, it can simply be charged via a USB-C port. It’s also worth mentioning that the HomeOS system (i.e., Vidaa) offers the ability to record programs from the built-in tuner directly onto a USB-connected flash drive or disk, as well as options for scheduling them. This is a significant plus, as such a feature is quite rare today, and it will certainly please those who use antenna television.

Apps

9.6/10

7.7/10

OK
Disney_Plus
OK
Amazon_Prime_Video
OK
Player_TVN
OK
Polsat_Box_Go
OK
Canal_Plus_Online
OK
TVP_VOD
OK
Apple_TV_Plus
OK
SkyShowtime
OK
Rakuten
OK
CDA_Premium_Browser
OK
Spotify
OK
Tidal
OK
Netflix
OK
YouTube
OK
HBO_MAX
OK
Kodi
No
Apple_music
OK
Eleven_sports
No
Xbox Game Pass
OK
GeForce NOW
No
Amazon Luna
OK
Boosteroid
OK
Steam Link
OK
Disney_Plus
OK
Amazon_Prime_Video
OK
Player_TVN
OK
Polsat_Box_Go
OK
Canal_Plus_Online
OK
TVP_VOD
OK
Apple_TV_Plus
OK
SkyShowtime
OK
Rakuten
OK
CDA_Premium_Browser
No
Spotify
No
Tidal
OK
Netflix
OK
YouTube
OK
HBO_MAX
No
Kodi
No
Apple_music
No
Eleven_sports
No
Xbox Game Pass
No
GeForce NOW
No
Amazon Luna
OK
Boosteroid
No
Steam Link

Playing files from USB

9.6/10

8.3/10

Supported photo formats:

JPEG
Yes
Yes
HEIC
Yes
No
PNG
Yes
Yes
GIF
Yes
Yes
WebP
Yes
Yes
TIFF
No
Yes
BMP
Yes
Yes
SVG
No
No

Maximum photo resolution:

4 Mpix
Yes
Yes
6 Mpix
Yes
Yes
8 Mpix
Yes
Yes
10 Mpix
Yes
No
12 Mpix
Yes
No
16 Mpix
Yes
Yes
20 Mpix
Yes
No
24 Mpix
Yes
No
28 Mpix
Yes
No
32 Mpix
Yes
Yes

We must admit that after a series of setbacks we encountered when assessing the overall implementation of the Google TV system, we approached the multimedia player test with considerable caution. Meanwhile, in this one specific aspect, the Q80FUX served us a real surprise. The built-in application for handling files from USB drives works just great. This software component seems to be completely immune to the issues afflicting the rest of the system, opening virtually all the most important and popular video file formats we presented to it.

Playing files from a USB drive on the U7S Pro is not a major problem. The TV handles the vast majority of photo, audio, or video files without a hitch. However, we have reservations about the resolution of supported photos – it is quite limited. It’s worth remembering this, as during tests, photos with resolutions such as 12, 20, or 24 Mpix simply refused to play from the built-in player.

Sound

5.5/10

7.8/10

  • Maximum volume
    84dB
    85dB
  • Dolby Digital Plus 7.1
    Yes
    Yes
  • Dolby True HD 7.1
    Yes
    Yes
  • Dolby Atmos in Dolby Digital Plus (JOC)
    Yes
    Yes
  • Dolby Atmos in Dolby True HD
    No
    No
  • DTS:X in DTS-HD MA
    No
    Yes
  • DTS-HD Master Audio
    No
    Yes

Turning to the issue of acoustic "experiences," the Haier Q80FUX seems to adhere to the principle that sound should simply be. And it is – that’s about all that can be said about it. The built-in speakers produce sound that is exceedingly flat, lacking character, and most importantly, they lack any clear bass foundation. One comfort is the fact that the TV supports Dolby Atmos format. But let’s be honest: to truly take advantage of the benefits of this codec and hear the promised space, passive decoding capability is not enough. Connecting an external home theater system or at least a decent soundbar is, in this case, not just a recommendation but an absolute necessity.

The sound on the U7S Pro is really good, certainly above average. Hisense has changed the design of the casing compared to the U7Q Pro model, and now we find a built-in subwoofer, which is a low-frequency speaker, at the back. Thanks to it, the bass is well audible. The Chinese manufacturer is heavily promoting its collaboration this year with engineers from Devialet, who were responsible for the audio tuning in this model. Evidence of this is the previously mentioned logo on the casing. The only thing we need to nitpick about is the behavior of the TV at full power. At maximum volume (set to 100%), the casing experiences unpleasant vibrations, and there is a clearly audible irritating creaking of the plastic. Fortunately, lowering the volume to about 80% completely eliminates this problem.

Sound Quality Test

Acoustic Measurements

84dBC (Max)

75dBC

85dBC (Max)

75dBC