By Billy G. · Founder & Lead EditorVerified May 21 by Billy G.
TCL QM8 2024vsHisense U8 Series 2024
Worth-It Score: 74/100WAITTCL QM8 2024 scores well, but current pricing sits above our fair-price band. Wait for a price drop before pulling the trigger.
✓VerifiedConfidence: 85%
Verdict: TCL QM8 2024 outperforms the Hisense U8 Series 2024 in brightness and local dimming with 2000 nits peak and more zones per RTINGS measurements. Hisense counters with smoother Google TV navigation and strong gaming features at 144 Hz. The TCL wins for bright-room movie watching while Hisense suits gamers who prioritize interface speed.
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Winner: TCL QM8 2024
TCL QM8 2024: 8.2/10
Hisense U8 Series 2024: 7.6/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
TCL QM8 2024
Hisense U8 Series 2024
Screen Size
65 inch
65 inch
Resolution
4K UHD
4K UHD
Display Technology
Mini-LED
Mini-LED
Refresh Rate
144 Hz
144 Hz
TCL QM8 2024
What works
Up to 2000 nits peak brightness (per RTINGS)
144 Hz native panel with VRR support
Strong local dimming zones for contrast
What doesn't
Viewing angles limited to 28 degrees before washout (per RTINGS)
Some blooming in dark scenes
Hisense U8 Series 2024
What works
Excellent motion handling with 144 Hz
Google TV interface with fast response
Competitive brightness around 1800 nits
What doesn't
Fewer dimming zones than TCL QM8
Slightly lower color volume in HDR
Bottom line
Our pick: TCL QM8 2024. It edges out the alternative on up to 2000 nits peak brightness (per rtings). That said, Hisense U8 Series 2024 still wins on excellent motion handling with 144 hz — consider it if that single trade matters most for your use.