Katarzyna Petru
The Hisense U78Q is a television that has a chance to popularize Mini LED among a wide group of consumers. Until now, this technology was mainly associated with more expensive models, but in 2025, the manufacturer decided to offer it at a price below four thousand zlotys for 65 inches. It's one of the cheapest models with local dimming zones and an interesting option for those who want to see a real difference compared to standard LCD.
Image and Brightness
In tests, the U78Q achieved brightness of around 700 nits, and the number of local dimming zones in the 65-inch version is about 220. Depending on the size, different types of panels were used – VA in 55/65/85” and ADS in 75/100”, which affects the nature of blacks and viewing angles. VA versions offer better contrast, although at narrower angles.
HDR with Dolby Vision performs well – the television provides smooth tonal transitions and surprisingly good control over light. The lack of support for HGIG means it's worth manually adjusting the HDR brightness on the console (about 1000 nits).
Gaming and System
For gamers, this is a very successful model. The U78Q supports 4K 120 Hz on consoles and 144 Hz on PC, and at 1080p even 240 Hz. The input lag remains low — about 10 ms at 120 Hz and 15 ms at 60 Hz. Onboard, there are two HDMI 2.1 ports, VRR, ALLM, and a Game Bar panel that makes it easy to quickly adjust settings.
The VIDAA system is one of the biggest pleasant surprises. The interface works smoothly and stably, which is not a given at this price range. However, the app library is narrower than in Google TV — it includes basic services like Netflix, YouTube, Disney+, and Prime Video.
Pros and Compromises
The greatest advantage of the U78Q is its balance between price and quality. It's a television that doesn't pretend to be premium but offers a noticeable jump compared to traditional edge-lit LCDs. The black is deeper, and the contrast is clearly better.
On the other hand, the lack of HGIG and average viewing angles remind us that it is still a budget model—albeit exceptionally successful in its category.
For whom?
For those who want the quality feel of Mini LED without overpaying, for gamers looking for smoothness and low input lag, and for users who value a fast and simple Smart TV system.
