I had a chance to test Hisense 65H9D vs TCL 65R617 — two TVs, produced by two quite well-known brands, and offered for around $1000. Both of these models support 4K/UHD and full HD.
The TCL 65R617 was released in 2018 as a part of R6 series which also includes the TVs of different sizes that have some identical features like, for example, Dolby Vision HDR which provides superior contrast and more accurate colors.
The Hisense model (H9 series), being released in 2017, features premium ULED technology — it produces smooth, colorful images.
If you compare the picture reproduction of these TVs you will notice that they are able to give quite intensive, life-like colors. So, they both can work as a decent basis of a home theater. The Hisense 65H9D is especially remarkable for a wide color gamut and smooth fast-moving actions, provided by the Motion Rate 120 technology. In the same time, the TCL 65R617 impresses with much more intensive black color (thanks to the LED backlighting with contrast control zones).
Comparing TCL 65R617 vs Hisense 65H9D, I was disappointed to discover that none of these TVs have the 3D video technology. Anyway, all the rest features weren’t disappointing. The TVs give the large choice of connectivity options. Both of the models can offer wired & wireless types of connection: HDMI, USB, composite input, optical audio output, ethernet, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi.
I was also surprised by the Hisense integrated dynamics — it’s a pair of powerful, 30W stereo speakers (versus very weak 16W speakers of the TCL model). They may even work as a pair of main dynamics in your home theater, if you’re not to hypercritical towards sound quality, of course.
The TVs have the same screen size (65 in), and both stay on four legs. The model from Hisense has a stylish metal frame around the display, while the one from TCL has standard black borders. In general, the present TVs look very slim and quite minimalist.
Specification | TCL 65R617 | Hisense 65H9D |
---|---|---|
Connections | ||
Ethernet (rj45) | - | 1 |
Analog Audio Output (3.5 Mm) | 1 | 1 |
Optical Digital Audio Output (s/pdif) | 1 | 1 |
Component Video Input | - | 1 |
Composite Video Input | 1 | 1 |
Usb | 1 | 3 |
Bluetooth | ||
Wi-fi 5ghz | ||
Wi-fi | ||
Display | ||
Display Width, Cm/in | 142.84/56.23 | 142.84/56.23 |
Screen Design | flat | flat |
Display Type | VA | VA |
High Dynamic Range (hdr) | HDR10 | HDR |
Resolution, Pixels | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 |
Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
Full Hd | ||
Refresh Rate, Hz | 60 | 60 |
4k/uhd | ||
Display Colors | 1.07 billion | 1.07 billion |
Screen Size, Inch | 65 | 65 |
Display Area, % | 94.7 | 94.67 |
Display Height, Cm/in | 80.35/31.63 | 80.35/31.63 |
Ergonomics | ||
Removable Stand | ||
Vesa Interface | 300 x 300 | 400 x 400 |
Vesa Mount | ||
Landscape/portrait Pivot | ||
3d | ||
2d To 3d | has not | has not |
3d | ||
Internet Movie Streaming | ||
Other | MKV, TS | WebM, MKV, TS, M2TS |
Hbo | ||
Amazon Video | ||
Hulu | ||
Netflix | ||
Video File Codecs | ||
H.264 | ||
H.265 | ||
Divx | ||
Other | MKV, TS | WebM, MKV, TS, M2TS |
Mpeg-4 | ||
H.263 | ||
Panel | ||
Native Refresh Rate, Hz | 120 | 240 |
Backlight Technology | Direct LED | Edge LED |
Panel Technology | Clear Motion | Motion Rate |
Pixel Density, Ppi | 68 | 68 |
Pixel Pitch, Cm/in | 0.037/0.014 | 0.037/0.014 |
Panel Bit Depth, Bits | 10 | 10 |
Audio | ||
Dolby Atmos | ||
Speakers Power, W | 16 | 30 |
Speakers | stereo | stereo |
Dts Decoder | ||
Dolby Surround | ||
Audio File Formats | ||
Flac | ||
Ac3 | ||
Aac | ||
Wav | ||
Wma | ||
Mp3 | ||
Other | MKV, TS | WebM, MKV, TS, M2TS |
Ogg | ||
Dimensions, Weight And Color | ||
Width With Stand, Cm/in | 145.03/57.09 | 145.2/57.16 |
Weight, Kg/lbs | 23.2/51.15 | 31.8/70.11 |
Depth, Cm/in | 7.62/3 | 6.1/2.4 |
Height, Cm/in | 83.57/32.9 | 83.5/32.87 |
Width, Cm/in | 145.03/57.09 | 145.2/57.16 |
Colors | black | black |
Weight With Stand, Kg/lbs | 23.7/52.25 | 32.4/71.43 |
Depth With Stand, Cm/in | 27.18/10.7 | 29.1/11.41 |
Height With Stand, Cm/in | 90.68/35.7 | 89.5/35.23 |
Tv Tuner | ||
Digital | ||
Analog | ||
Video File Formats | ||
Other | MKV, TS | WebM, MKV, TS, M2TS |
Mov | ||
Mp4 | ||
Wmv | ||
Avi | ||
Recording Features | ||
Watch And Record | ||
Digital Recording | ||
Viewing Angles | ||
Vertical, Degrees | 178 | 178 |
Horizontal, Degrees | 178 | 178 |
User Manual | ||
Manual | 65r617.pdf | 65h9d.pdf |
Processor | ||
Model | Dual-core | Quad-core |
Accessories | ||
Microphone | ||
Camera | ||
Mobile Features | ||
Mobile App | ||
Artificial Intelligence | ||
Amazon Alexa Compatible | ||
Google Assistant | ||
General | ||
Smart Tv | ||
Display Type | VA | VA |
Brand | TCL | Hisense |
Screen Sizes In Series | 55, 65 | 55, 65 |
Video Features | ||
Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
Unique Features | ||
Voice Remote | ||
In The Box | ||
Remote Control |