The Hisense ULED Mini-LED U8Q (2025) is a beautiful TV with a bright and colorful QD mini-LED screen. This makes it suitable for any room. The TV also feels sturdy. I installed it without any problems. The built-in VIDAA smart platform is limited, but therefore responsive. Every button press is immediately reflected on the screen.
Realistic QD mini-LED screen
The Hisense U8Q has a rich QD mini-LED screen with surprisingly beautiful dark images. Thanks to the mini-LED technology, the TV performs well in a brightly lit room, and bright scenes in a movie are realistic. The colors displayed are vibrant, no matter what I'm watching. The screen's contrast is also surprisingly high. This allows light sources to shine brightly in dark scenes. This is especially useful in series like House of the Dragon. Unfortunately, I do see a lot of reflections on the screen, especially when I'm sitting at an angle to the TV. When I start the TV, the screen is in eco mode. This reduces power consumption, but the screen is less realistic. For the best picture quality, I recommend adjusting this mode.
Sturdy design
I immediately noticed that the Hisense U8Q has a sturdy design. The TV is slightly thicker than most televisions and feels reliable. This 55-inch TV also comes with a large steel stand that I attach with screws. This makes the TV stable and gives it a modern look. I find all the TV's connections on the side of the screen. If you're mounting the U8Q on a bracket, for example, you can easily connect cables without removing the TV from the bracket.
Fast smart platform
The VIDAA smart platform has a more limited selection of apps than other smart platforms, but this also means the system works faster. I notice this immediately when I turn on the TV. I navigate quickly through the menu and enjoy fast loading times. The smart platform gives me access to the most popular apps and streaming services, such as Netflix, YouTube, Disney+, and Prime Video. Are you missing an app, such as Sky Showtime? Then I recommend a separate media player.
