TVs · Head-to-head
Hisense U6SF Pro vs TCL QM8L
The short answer
TCL QM8L comes out ahead overall with 9.0/10 against 8.4/10 for the Hisense U6SF Pro. Hisense U6SF Pro is stronger on value. TCL QM8L is stronger on picture quality, hdr & bright-room performance, processing & motion, gaming & connectivity and features & usability. At current verified prices, the Hisense U6SF Pro costs about $498.00 less.
Scores by criterion
| Criterion | Hisense U6SF Pro | TCL QM8L |
|---|---|---|
| Picture Quality | 8.2Editorial score for contrast, black level, color, uniformity, viewing characteristics and overall image fidelity. | 9.1Editorial score for contrast, black level, color, uniformity, viewing characteristics and overall image fidelity. |
| HDR & Bright-Room Performance | 8.6Editorial score for HDR impact, brightness and reflection handling. | 9.8Editorial score for HDR impact, brightness and reflection handling. |
| Processing & Motion | 7.7Editorial score for upscaling, motion, low-quality content and sports handling. | 8.6Editorial score for upscaling, motion, low-quality content and sports handling. |
| Gaming & Connectivity | 8.8Editorial score for refresh rate, HDMI 2.1, VRR, ALLM and gaming flexibility. | 9.5Editorial score for refresh rate, HDMI 2.1, VRR, ALLM and gaming flexibility. |
| Features & Usability | 8.4Editorial score for smart platform, HDR formats, tuner/casting features and everyday usability. | 9.0Editorial score for smart platform, HDR formats, tuner/casting features and everyday usability. |
| Value | 8.6Editorial score for performance relative to the current 65-inch market price used in this comparison. | 7.9Editorial score for performance relative to the current 65-inch market price used in this comparison. |
Specifications
| Spec | Hisense U6SF Pro | TCL QM8L |
|---|---|---|
| Display Technology | Mini-LED LCD | Mini-LED LCD |
| Panel / Backlight Type | ULED MiniLED | SQD-Mini LED / WHVA 2.0 |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Available Screen Sizes | 55, 65, 75, 85, 100 inches | 65, 75, 85, 98 inches |
| Reference Screen Size | 65 inches | 65 inches |
| Native Refresh Rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz |
| Max 4K Refresh Rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz |
| HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 |
| HDMI 2.1 Ports | 2 | 4 |
| VRR | Yes | Yes |
| ALLM | Yes | Yes |
| Dolby Vision | Yes | Yes |
| HDR10+ | Yes | Yes |
| Local Dimming | Yes | Yes |
| Screen Finish / Reflection Treatment | Anti-Reflection / Glare-Free | — |
| Smart Platform | Fire TV | Google TV |
| ATSC 3.0 / NextGen TV | No | Yes |
Hisense U6SF Pro
Pros
- Very strong budget Mini-LED value
- 144Hz panel with Dolby Vision and HDR10+
- Anti-reflection screen and local dimming
Cons
- Motion response is weaker than higher-end choices
- Fire TV platform may be less appealing to buyers who prefer Google TV or webOS
TCL QM8L
Pros
- Extremely bright Mini-LED picture with strong local dimming
- Four HDMI 2.1 ports with 4K 144Hz support
- Supports both Dolby Vision and HDR10+
Cons
- Motion and viewing-angle performance are less consistent than top OLEDs
- Large brightness capability does not guarantee perfect HDR accuracy in every mode
Both products are part of our guide Best TVs of 2026, where you can see every pick, how we score and current prices from each retailer.