Hisense U8N 65"
- + Smart platform with all streaming apps
- + HDMI 2.1 for PS5/Xbox
Philips OLED809 55"
- + Infinite contrast ratio (OLED)
- + Smart platform with all streaming apps
THE VERDICT
U8N 65" is the stronger buy for most people because it combines the broader spec lead with a more defensible price. OLED809 55" is not a bad pick, but it only makes more sense if its narrower strengths line up exactly with your workload.
CRITERIA BREAKDOWN
Price Positioning
Both sit in a very similar price band, so price alone should not decide this comparison.
Overall Score
U8N 65" carries the stronger OverLKD score and therefore the broader all-round recommendation.
Size
U8N 65" leads on size based on the harder spec line.
Panel
Both products are close enough on panel that this row is not a deciding factor alone.
Resolution
Both products are close enough on resolution that this row is not a deciding factor alone.
Refresh Rate
Both products are close enough on refresh rate that this row is not a deciding factor alone.
THE BIG DIFFERENCES
- U8N 65" and OLED809 55" are priced closely, so the decision comes down to actual specs.
- U8N 65" leads on Size: 65".
- OLED809 55" is only the better pick if you strongly prefer its brand or design direction.
| SPEC | Hisense U8N 65" | Philips OLED809 55" | READOUT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Size | 65" | 55" | U8N 65" leads on size based on the harder spec line. |
| Panel | Mini-LED QLED | OLED | Both products are close enough on panel that this row is not a deciding factor alone. |
| Resolution | 4K 3840x2160 | 4K 3840x2160 | Both products are close enough on resolution that this row is not a deciding factor alone. |
| Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 144Hz | Both products are close enough on refresh rate that this row is not a deciding factor alone. |
| HDR Format | Dolby Vision, HDR10+ | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG | Both products are close enough on hdr format that this row is not a deciding factor alone. |
| Smart Platform | VIDAA | Google TV | Both products are close enough on smart platform that this row is not a deciding factor alone. |
| Gaming | HDMI 2.1, VRR, ALLM, FreeSync | HDMI 2.1, VRR, ALLM | Both products are close enough on gaming that this row is not a deciding factor alone. |
SPECIFICATIONS
| SPECIFICATIONS | BEST OVERALL Hisense U8N 65" | EXCELLENT ALTERNATIVE Philips OLED809 55" |
|---|---|---|
| ACTION | View on Amazon ↗ | View on Amazon ↗ |
| OVERLKD SCORE | 50/100 | 50/100 |
| SIZE | 65" | 55" |
| PANEL | Mini-LED QLED | OLED |
| RESOLUTION | 4K 3840x2160 | 4K 3840x2160 |
| REFRESH RATE | 144Hz | 144Hz |
| HDR FORMAT | Dolby Vision, HDR10+ | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG |
| SMART PLATFORM | VIDAA | Google TV |
| GAMING | HDMI 2.1, VRR, ALLM, FreeSync | HDMI 2.1, VRR, ALLM |
BUYING TAKEAWAY
If you want the shortest answer: buy U8N 65" unless OLED809 55"'s specific advantage is exactly what you need.
Winner: Hisense U8N 65"