IFFALCON U85X vs Hisense U7S Pro

Direct comparison

U85X1

U7S PRO / U77S PRO

Info

Available screen sizes: 65”

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

Panel type: LCD VA

Resolution: 3840x2160

System: Google TV

Model year: 2026

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Panel type: LCD VA

Resolution: 3840x2160

System: VIDAA

Model year: 2026

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Overall rating

6.9

7.7

  • Movies and series in UHD quality

    6.2

    7.3

  • Classic TV, YouTube

    6.3

    7.1

  • Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)

    6.1

    6.8

  • Gaming on console

    8.4

    8.3

  • TV as a computer monitor

    8.6

    8.4

  • Watching in bright light

    5.6

    8.1

  • Utility functions

    7.6

    9.4

  • Apps

    9.6

    7.7

  • Sound quality

    6.9

    7.8

Advantages

  • Good contrast and black: VA panel with MINI-LED local dimming zones

  • High HDR brightness: sturdy 650 nits

  • Decent colors: thanks to the PFS filter (according to the manufacturer QLED)

  • Amazing for gamers: full HDMI 2.1, 144Hz, very low input lag, and VRR/ALLM features

  • Great as a monitor: 240Hz mode, support for G-SYNC/FreeSync

  • Powerful sound – dedicated subwoofer provides a realistically felt bass

  • Versatile Smart TV – advanced Google TV system with full AirPlay support

  • 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
  • Visible smearing

  • Backlight management could be better

  • Poor viewing angles – typical color degradation of VA panels when viewed from the side

  • Software errors – inaccurate menu translations and occasional drops in system fluidity

  • 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 iFFALCON U85X is a device that draws heavily from the technological solutions of its parent brand, TCL. It is hard not to get the impression that in terms of pure technical parameters, we are dealing with nearly a faithful copy of the successful C6K series (C69K/Q6C), although visually, the designers opted for references to the more budget-friendly P line. This specific combination makes the television do exactly what we expect from a solid Mini-LED at an even lower price. It provides very good contrast and a vivid HDR effect, which is directly due to the impressive number of local dimming zones. It is worth noting that, just like the models from the C series, the iFFALCON U85X turns out to be exceptionally tailored to the needs of gamers. You will find almost every function necessary for comfortable gaming, from full support for HDMI 2.1 ports, through ALLM and VRR technologies for console owners, to excellent compatibility with PCs. As a monitor, the device performs superbly not only due to its refresh rate support up to 240Hz but also because of its very sharp and legible font, which is not always a given in the world of televisions. Of course, it is not an ideal model, as it shares the same set of advantages and disadvantages as its counterpart under the TCL brand – mainly referring to issues like noticeable motion blur and aggressive brightness management in HDR. However, it all creates an extremely interesting mix that makes us seriously contemplate the sense of the existence of the iFFALCON brand as a separate entity, since the same product could successfully debut with a full-fledged TCL logo on the casing. Nevertheless, we have no major reservations about the device itself; it is truly a model worth attention as long as you manage to purchase it, as it is very difficult to obtain at the moment.

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
2 x HDMI 2.0, 2 x HDMI 2.1 (48Gbps)
0 x HDMI 2.0, 4 x HDMI 2.1 (48Gbps)
Other inputs
Outputs
Toslink (Optical audio), eARC (HDMI)
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
Legs
Central
Bezel color
Graphite
Graphite
Stand
Fixed
Height adjustment
Accessories
Stand
Stand

Contrast and black detail

7.3/10

7.5/10

Local dimming function: Yes, number of zones: 224 (14 x 16)

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

Contrast:

Review IFFALCON U85X Contrast and black detail

Result

113,850:1

Review IFFALCON U85X Contrast and black detail

Result

24,800:1

Review IFFALCON U85X Contrast and black detail

Result

10,950:1

Review IFFALCON U85X Contrast and black detail

Result

7,000:1

Review IFFALCON U85X Contrast and black detail

Result

6,050:1

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.

In terms of black levels and contrast, the 65-inch iFFALCON U85X is almost an exact replica of the solutions known from TCL's C6K and C69K models, offering the same number of 224 local dimming zones in a 14x16 arrangement. Thanks to the use of a VA panel and such a solid number of zones, the device can generate an image with impressive depth, where our measurements in real movie scenes indicated a contrast exceeding 100,000:1. Of course, at this level of hardware, local dimming does not always exhibit perfect precision, so in more challenging scenes with bright details on a dark background, we have to reckon with the occurrence of halo effects, which are subtle glows around objects. Nevertheless, the overall quality of black levels is very high and will certainly satisfy the majority of users seeking cinematic experiences. The image certainly appears to have greater depth than in solutions without any local dimming technology.

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

4.7/10

6.7/10

Supported formats
HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Dolby Vision IQ, HLG
HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Dolby Vision IQ, HLG
Color gamut coverage
DCI P3: 93.7%, Bt.2020: 72.5%
DCI P3: 96.4%, Bt.2020: 81.5%

Luminance measurements in HDR:

Review IFFALCON U85X Brightness measurement

Result

627 nit

Review IFFALCON U85X Brightness measurement

Result

165 nit

Review IFFALCON U85X Brightness measurement

Result

390 nit

Review IFFALCON U85X Brightness measurement

Result

124 nit

Review IFFALCON U85X Brightness measurement

Result

528 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

IFFALCON U85X

iFFALCON U85 handles HDR in a rather dual manner – on one hand, it can surprise with a solid peak brightness of around 650 nits, which places it well above average in this price segment. This is particularly evident in full-screen, bright scenes. Examples from movies like Life of Pi or the final test sequences from The Meg prove that the TV can maintain the strength and essence of the HDR effect when the entire panel has to "light up," delivering truly satisfying experiences. However, problems begin in high-contrast scenes, where smaller, bright details appear on the screen; the dimming algorithms prioritize deep blacks to such an extent that they can suppress the brightness of small highlights to just 100 nits, drastically reducing the dynamism of the image and depriving us of the true "punch" we expect from HDR standards. However, the question of colors remains a sweetener; thanks to the use of the PFS phosphor filter (marketed as QLED by the manufacturer), they look very good, achieving nearly 94% coverage of the DCI-P3 color palette, allowing for a rich and vibrant image in most content.

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

4.8/10

4.7/10

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Factory Mode

After calibration

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

We tested the factory colors in the iFFALCON U85X model in “Film” mode, which is definitely the most reliable among all available settings, although it is still far from perfect. The main problem that stands out in both SDR and HDR content is improper white balance - an excess of blue and red components gives the image a slight purple tint, which undermines the naturalness of film scenes. However, an even greater challenge is the way the television manages its brightness. Analyzing the gamma curve for the SDR signal, we noticed significant instability: instead of sticking to the reference value of 2.4, the device oscillates around 2.2, only to suddenly experience an unnatural jump to around 3.0. In practice, this leads to confusing effects - large bright areas on the screen appear too dark, while smaller elements are unnecessarily brightened. A similar feature can be found in the EOTF curve, which makes the image unpredictable and loses its cinematic authenticity.

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

7.5/10

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.

After professional calibration of the movie mode, we must admit that the effect is more than satisfactory – the iFFALCON U85X undergoes a true transformation. Color errors in SDR content dropped to a level below 2, making them practically imperceptible to the human eye. We managed to set the white balance almost perfectly, and brightness management (gamma) became nearly exemplary. As a result, with standard quality materials, the television looks simply perfect, and it's hard to find any faults with it.

In the case of HDR signal, the situation has also improved significantly, although here the nature of the device is a bit more pronounced. Color errors have been reduced to around 3, which is an outstanding result in this price range. However, it is worth taking a look at the EOTF chart (available on the right side of the screen in the filters: 4K HDR, gamma / EOTF) to see what is not immediately visible regarding brightness management by the U85. Although the reference line looks decent, in actual film scenes, the television still interprets the signal "in its own way" due to very aggressive local dimming algorithms. Does this disqualify this model for watching HDR content? Absolutely not. It's simply a typical ailment of almost every Mini-LED that has to reconcile high brightness with an attempt to maintain deep black. One just has to be aware of these technical limitations, which are unavoidable in this segment.

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

7/10

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.

When it comes to the smoothness of tonal transitions, the iFFALCON U85X performs quite decently. In most scenes, gradients are almost imperceptible, so the irritating "banding" of colors shouldn't be noticeable during everyday viewing, for example, on ChooseTV. However, it must be honestly admitted that in very dark frames, the image is not always perfectly smooth, and certain imperfections in transitions between shades can be observed. Nonetheless, this result is more than satisfactory and does not spoil the overall perception of the image.

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

5/10

7.8/10

Image without overscan on the SD signal
OK
OK
Smooth transition function
OK
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.

When it comes to scaling the image to 4K resolution, the iFFALCON U85X performs solidly. The device efficiently enhances low-quality signals, making even older materials look clean and clear on the 4K matrix. At extremely low resolutions, such as 480p, you can notice slightly jagged edges (especially on thin lines), but let's face it – this is a scenario you'll only encounter when watching very old footage, so it's not a real issue in everyday use.

However, the digital processing aimed at smoothing tonal transitions is significantly worse. Although the menu features a function called “Gradual Smoothing”, its effectiveness is at least debatable. In practice, it does not effectively reduce banding (color stepping), and worse, it can cause more harm than good. This filter can be too aggressive where it shouldn't be, artificially smoothing out details that should not be touched, such as the natural texture of the face or fine details of the skin's texture. Instead of improving quality, this feature can give the image an unnatural, “plastic” look, so it's best to use it with great caution or, better yet: leave it turned off.

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

6.8/10

7.4/10

Maximum refresh rate of the panel
144Hz
165Hz
Film motion smoothing option
OK
OK
Blur reduction option
OK
OK
BFI function 60Hz
Yes, 120Hz (double contours)
Yes, 120Hz (double contours)
BFI function 120Hz
Yes, 240Hz (double contours)
Yes, 240Hz (double contours)
Brightness drop with BFI
25%
60%

Blur (native resolution, maximum refresh rate):

Blur (BFI function enabled):

Blur (4K@144Hz):

Blur (1080P@330Hz):

In contrast to budget constructions, which in dynamic sports scenes may resemble a slideshow, the iFFALCON U85X is a heavyweight contender equipped with a panel featuring a native refresh rate of 144Hz. However, it is worth remembering that in the world of movies, series, or sports, we will mostly operate at 120Hz due to the specifics of image enhancement systems. Such a fast panel is excellent news for gamers and sports fans, as it opens the door to advanced motion settings that simply don't exist in cheaper 60-Hz models.

We manage everything from the "Motion Clarity" menu, where instead of using pre-set, often too aggressive modes, we definitely recommend a custom configuration based on two sliders. The most important of them, reduction of flicker, is responsible for smoothness in films – here, it's best to aim for a value around 4, which will maintain a natural, cinematic character of motion without falling into the artificial "soap opera effect." On the other hand, the first slider, reduction of blur, is the key to success in sports broadcasts. In this case, it's worth going all out and setting it to maximum, ensuring that the image during fast actions on the field remains sharp, and annoying trailing is eliminated.

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

9.8/10

8.5/10

  • ALLM
    Yes
    Yes
  • VRR
    Yes
    Yes
  • VRR range
    48 - 240Hz
    48 - 330Hz
  • Dolby Vision Game Mode
    Yes
    Yes
  • Correct implementation of HGIG
    Yes
    No
  • 1080p@120Hz
    Yes
    Yes
  • 1440p@120Hz
    Yes
    Yes
  • 4K@120Hz
    Yes
    Yes
  • Game bar
    Yes
    Yes

iFFALCON U85X is an exceptional device for gamers that has virtually everything you can expect from a modern screen for consoles or PCs. Here we find two fully-fledged HDMI 2.1 ports with full bandwidth of 48 Gbps, which opens the door to key technologies such as VRR and ALLM, ensuring smooth gameplay without tearing and with minimal latency. The TV handles high refresh rates at various resolutions without any problem, and a real curiosity is the mode that allows for up to 240Hz when dropping to Full HD quality. The entire system is managed by the Game Bar (a faithful copy from TCL), which allows for instant switching of picture modes, customization of the interface appearance, or even adding a virtual crosshair in the middle of the screen.

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

9.8/10

9.7/10

SDR

1080p60
17 ms
18 ms
1080p120
9 ms
9 ms
2160p60
17 ms
18 ms
2160p120
9 ms
9 ms

HDR

2160p60
17 ms
17 ms
2160p120
9 ms
8 ms
4320p60

Dolby Vision

2160p60 DV
17 ms
27 ms
2160p120 DV
9 ms
18 ms

The completion of the gaming arsenal is the remarkable latency results that we measured in our tests. With a standard 60Hz signal, the input lag is only 17 ms, which is a completely safe value for comfortable gameplay, while switching to 120Hz reduces the latency to an impressive 9 ms. A nice fact is that these excellent parameters do not deteriorate even in Dolby Vision mode. In many televisions, activating this format still comes with additional processor overhead and increased lag, but here the engineers at TCL (or iFFALCON) did a great job.

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

8.6/10

8.4/10

Chroma 444 (max. resolution and refresh rate)
Yes
Yes
Font clarity
Good
Good
Readability of dark text and shapes
Very Good
Average
Input lag in PC mode (4K, max. refresh rate)
9ms
8ms
Matrix subpixel arrangement
BGR
BGR
Max refresh rate
144Hz
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.

iFFALCON U85X is also a great candidate for a powerful computer monitor, offering a work culture that is hard to find in typical televisions. The readability of the fonts is at almost an exemplary level – although due to the specifics of the VA panel, it is not as crystal clear as in IPS panels, the difference becomes practically undetectable to the human eye when maintaining a distance of over one meter. The device natively supports a resolution of 4K at 144Hz refresh rate, but the real ace up its sleeve is the 240Hz mode (available at lower resolutions), which makes this giant an excellent tool for fast-paced esports titles, where refresh rate takes priority over pixel count. What is almost most important for PC users, such high performance is fully supported by frame synchronization technologies such as NVIDIA G-Sync and AMD FreeSync, which effectively eliminates screen tearing and ensures perfect smoothness regardless of the graphic card in use.

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

3.1/10

3.2/10

Brightness drop at an angle of 45 degrees
68%
72%

In terms of viewing angles, the iFFALCON U85X does not offer any surprises – it is simply poor, which is a typical characteristic of VA matrix screens. We must treat this as a natural and conscious compromise: when choosing a panel with high contrast and deep blacks, we almost always sacrifice wide viewing angles (only in top-end series do manufacturers use special coatings to improve this feature). The laws of physics in this price segment cannot be deceived, because while sitting directly in front of the television, the picture looks stunning, it only takes a slight lean to the side for the colors to start losing their saturation. If you plan on evening screenings with a larger group, it's a good idea to ensure that everyone sits as close to the central axis of the screen as possible.

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

5.6/10

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

IFFALCON U85X: 419 cd/m2

In a bright room, the iFFALCON U85X performs reasonably well, thanks to the satin coating used on the panel. It adequately dampens direct light reflections, allowing us to avoid the irritating mirror effect, although under stronger lighting, one can notice the characteristic warm "spills" of light around the reflecting objects. While it is not on par with top-tier panels featuring the most advanced filters, the absence of high gloss makes daytime use much less burdensome. In terms of pure brightness in SDR standard, that is for television, the TV achieves an average brightness level of around 420 nits. This is not an outstanding result that would allow it to compete with direct sunlight hitting the screen, but it is perfectly sufficient for comfortable viewing in a moderately sunny living room.

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
Mini-LED PFS LED
Mini-LED QLED
Software version during testing
V8-0012T01-LF1V543.002503
V01.09.50D.Q0115
Image processor
MT5896 2,5GB RAM

Subpixel Structure:

Panel uniformity and thermal imaging:

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IFFALCON U85X

Hisense U7S Pro

TV features

7.6/10

9.4/10

  • System
    Google TV
    VIDAA
  • System performance
    Decent
    Good
  • HDMI inputs
    2 x HDMI 2.0, 2 x HDMI 2.1 48Gbps
    0 x HDMI 2.0, 4 x HDMI 2.1 48Gbps
  • Outputs
    Toslink (Optical audio), eARC (HDMI)
    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
    Yes
    Yes
  • Audio only mode
    Yes
    Yes
  • Bluetooth headphones support
    Yes
    Yes
  • Simultaneous Bluetooth headphones & TV audio
    Yes
    Yes

Smart features:

  • AirPlay
    Yes
    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)
    eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI)
  • Other audio outputs
    Toslink (Optical audio)
    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
    Yes
    Yes
  • DTS-HD Master Audio
    Yes
    Yes

Senior accessibility

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

Smart Features

Like products from TCL, the iFFALCON U85X benefits from the Google TV system. This means access to an almost unlimited library of applications, from the most popular VOD services to niche tools, as well as full integration with Google and Gemini voice assistants. Apple ecosystem users are also not left out – the television easily works with their devices thanks to the built-in AirPlay feature. The system itself operates quite smoothly, although it's undeniable that it inherits some issues known from TCL models. The interface can sometimes "catch its breath" and needs a moment to think, and Polish translations in the deeper corners of the menu can be quite strange and occasionally illogical.

Classic Features

In terms of traditional television functions, the iFFALCON U85X does not strive for any extravagance and offers the absolute minimum, which may be somewhat disappointing for more demanding users of traditional cable or satellite. It’s futile to look for features like recording programs to external USB memory or picture-in-picture (PiP) mode, which would allow following two sources simultaneously. From the more "modern" classics, we only get the ability to wirelessly connect headphones via Bluetooth and teletext support. The remote control also does not pretend to be a modern gadget from the future; it’s a classic design with a full numeric keypad that makes it easier to jump quickly between channels, but visually it strongly diverges from minimalist trends.

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

9.2/10

8.3/10

Supported photo formats:

JPEG
Yes
Yes
HEIC
No
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

Playing files from a USB drive is no challenge for the iFFALCON U85X – the built-in player handles almost every audio and video format we threw at it during testing without a hitch. The only drawback we could point out is the support for external subtitles; while popular formats like .sub and .srt work flawlessly, the TV can be finicky with .txt files. Fortunately, with the presence of Google TV, this problem can be quickly resolved by installing an external VLC-type application. Still, for most users, the factory tool will probably be more than sufficient to enjoy their own multimedia library without unnecessary hassle.

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

6.9/10

7.8/10

  • Maximum volume
    83dB
    85dB
  • Dolby Digital Plus 7.1
    Yes
    Yes
  • Dolby True HD 7.1
    No
    Yes
  • Dolby Atmos in Dolby Digital Plus (JOC)
    Yes
    Yes
  • Dolby Atmos in Dolby True HD
    No
    No
  • DTS:X in DTS-HD MA
    Yes
    Yes
  • DTS-HD Master Audio
    Yes
    Yes

iFFALCON U85X proves that the absence of the Onkyo or Bang & Olufsen logo on the casing does not have to mean flat and shrill sound. The audio system in this model performs surprisingly well, largely due to the dedicated subwoofer located at the back of the device. Our acoustic measurements confirm that the lower frequencies begin to "respond." It is this discernible "bump" on the graph that accounts for the noticeable dose of bass, which typically provides weight and depth to films and music that are often lacking in televisions. The only criticism one might have is that such bass can overpower the high tones, making them seem a bit muted. Overall, it can deliver sound at a level of up to 83 dBC, which is more than sufficient for amplifying a larger living room.

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

83dBC (Max)

75dBC

85dBC (Max)

75dBC