I spent weeks testing the Hisense U65QF, and it has great picture quality for the price

Date:
Thu, 13 Nov 2025 17:24:23 +0000

Description:
The Hisense U65QF is a good-quality budget mini-LED TV that separates itself from the pack with its Fire TV smart TV platform and Alexa integration.

FULL STORY ======================================================================Hisense U65QF: Two-minute review

The Hisense U65QF TV joins a growing list of lower-cost mini-LED TVs that provide a striking step up in performance from doorbuster-style sub-$500 TVs.

The Hisense U65QF TV isnt that different from other budget mini-LED TVs, such as the TCL QM6K or Roku Pro Series . Its benchmarks are mostly in line with the competition, and it also does a good job with sound a factor Im seeing addressed more and more in mid-range and budget examples of the best TVs .

One unique U65QF feature that sets it apart from most of its Google TV-using competition is its Fire TV interface and Alexa integration, which lets you
use an Amazon Echo speaker to open apps like Netflix and perform other voice-activated tasks. Of course, if youre not in the Alexa ecosystem, then this isnt as big a selling point.

Overall, this is a good-performing TV that may win you over due to the simple fact that it typically sells at a lower price than its budget mini-LED TV competitors. Hisense U65QF review: Price and release date The U65QF's remote features most controls you'll need on its keypad, but lacks an input
selection button (Image credit: Future) Release date: June 2025 55-inch: $799.99 65-inch: $999.99 75-inch: $1,299.99 85-inch: $1,999.99 100-inch: $3,499.99

Pricing on the Hisense U65QF is about what I would expect for a budget mini-LED TV, with the 65-inch model listing for $999.99. Now, that is the TVs MSRP, and it's already available at a discount at more than one online retailer.

The Hisense U65QF is only sold in the US, as other territories get a
different U6 version that uses a different smart TV platform. If youre
outside of the US and reading this review, I would wager that most everything outside of the Smart TV section would still be pertinent to the Hisense U6. Hisense U65QF review: Specs

Screen type:

QLED with mini-LED

Refresh rate:

Up to 144Hz

HDR support:

Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG

Audio support:

Dolby Atmos, DTS Virtual:X

Smart TV:

Fire TV

HDMI ports:

4 (2x HDMI 2.1)

Built-in tuner:

ATSC 1.0 Hisense U65QF review: Benchmark results Hisense U65QF review: Features The U65QF's connections include two HDMI 2.1 ports with 4K 144Hz support (Image credit: Future) Comprehensive HDR support Filmmaker Mode picture preset Integration with Alexa ecosystem

The Hisense U65QFs feature set is in line with other TVs at this price point. Its comprehensive gaming support includes the Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10+ Adaptive, HDR10, and HLG high dynamic range formats, along with Dolby Atmos and DTS Virtual:X audio. It also has two HDMI 2.1 inputs with up to 144Hz
high refresh support for gaming consoles and PCs.

The U65QF can automatically change inputs when a source is powered on, as
well as switch the picture mode if enabled in the menu. Filmmaker Mode is an available picture preset one that disables post-processing to show a movie
as originally intended. There is also some AI implementation, such as AI upscaling, AI smooth motion, and an AI sports mode.

As a Fire TV, the U65QF supports hands-free voice interaction through Alexa, and it can be integrated into the Alexa ecosystem. While I dont personally have an extensive Alexa ecosystem in my home, I was able to control the Hisense U65QF using an Amazon Echo speaker located in my kitchen.

Also on tap are Apple AirPlay, display mirroring, and Matter Casting, as well as an ambient mode if you want the TV to display artworks and other images when it's in standby mode. Features Score: 4/5 Hisense U65QF review: Picture quality The U65QF has better-than-average picture brightness for a budget mini-LED TV (Image credit: Future) Benchmarks in line with the competition Good contrast and local dimming Very minor vignetting

The Hisense U65QFs picture compares well with most TVs in its price range. Brightness is impressive for a budget mini-LED TV, with the Hisense outperforming competitors such as the Roku Pro Series and TCL QM6K on that front. If youre upgrading from a budget TV, youll probably be wowed by the picture's brightness and contrast.

Color gamut coverage is about what we expect from TVs at this price point. We measured 95.6% for UHDA-P3 and 71.2% for BT.2020. The U65QFs 2.6 average
color point accuracy (any score below 3 is undetectable by the human eye) is also very good for a budget TV.

Beyond benchmarks, pictures for the most part look great on the U65QF. Detail is impressive, and its local dimming delivers good contrast without much in the way of backlight blooming.

Action generally looked smooth I watched scenes from Mission Impossible 7 to test, and I could easily make out what was happening on screen. Sports were also a pleasure to watch on this TV.

Similar to other TVs Ive tested at this price point, there is some very minor vignetting in the screens corners, though its only really noticeable if you look for it. Picture quality score: 4/5 Hisense U65QF review: Sound quality The U65QF's built-in 2.1-channel speaker system includes a back-mounted subwoofer (Image credit: Future) Good dialogue clarity Decent bass Dialog and leveling modes, five-band EQ

In my experience, most TVs have subpar sound quality, which is why I was surprised by the performance of the Hisense U65QFs built-in speakers.

To test this, I watched sports (Eagles football, specifically), played video games, and watched movies like Mission Impossible 7 . I also did some music-specific testing via YouTube. The first thing I noticed was that there was actually a decent amount of bass. It wasnt the same as having an external subwoofer, but I still got a bit of that rumble when there were big
explosions or action-packed movie scenes.

Dialogue sounded pretty clear as well, though a bit of harshness could be heard with music tracks.

Also worth mentioning is the fact that theres a five-band EQ in the settings, which is always appreciated. There is a dialog mode that did a good job of boosting voices as well as a leveling mode that compresses the sound so the quiet parts are loud and the loud parts dont jump up too much in volume a good choice for watching at night. Sound quality score: 4/5 Hisense U65QF review: Design The U65QF has an appealingly thin screen bezel for a budget TV (Image credit: Future) Very thin bezel Good amount of ports but placement not great for cable management Remote has voice access for Alexa

While the Hisense U65QF doesnt reinvent the wheel, its design is good considering the price.

The bezel is thin enough that one sees all picture when looking at the TV instead of a thick border around the screen. Turning the TV around, the surface is fairly smooth with mostly just the built-in subwoofer visible. All the ports except for power are located on the lower left side, with most accessible from the side and some from the back. This is a pretty typical placement, but it doesnt allow for much in the way of cable management.

The port selection here is fairly solid. Along with the four HDMI ports (including two HDMI 2.1), the TV also has an optical digital audio output and USB and RF antenna connections.

The controls, on the other hand, consist of a single button for power that
can also be used to change inputs. I do wish there was a little more here, like a find the remote button, but the single on-unit button is fairly standard for TVs these days.

All the real controls, of course, are on the remote, which is standard fare like most of the rest of the TV. Most necessary controls are here, with the exception of an input selection button. The main unique feature is the Alexa button, which works just like the usual hands-free button except that it uses Alexa specifically, meaning that you have access to your Alexa ecosystem through the remote. Design score: 4/5 Hisense U65QF review: Smart TV and
menus The U65QF's Fire TV smart interface is serviceable, but features ads on the home screen (Image credit: Future) Amazon Prime Video-centric with ads Dynamic-looking interface with autoplay by default Cant fine-tune settings unless already watching

The Hisense U65QFs Fire TV smart TV platform features a large banner cycling through various content at the top, a row with settings and input icons and app tiles that split the screen in half, followed by rows of suggested content. Its defining feature is that the suggested content leans towards the Amazon Prime Video library. Also, there are literal ads for products (Im looking at a banner for Purina at the bottom of my screen as I type this).

Navigating the Fire TV interface is pretty intuitive. Really, my only gripe with it is that it defaults to autoplaying anything selected in the banner, though this can be turned off in settings.

Fire TV seems to have a few more content categories than I typically see with Smart TVs, which creates some clutter. The only really odd part of the interface is that you cant access all the advanced settings (brightness, color, motion, clarity and so on) until youre actively watching something.

For example, if you go into the settings menu from the homepage, youre
limited to just a few options like Light Sense, Light Sense Shift, Backlight, and Local Dimming, though you can at least adjust those per input. Smart TV & menus score: 3.5/5 Hisense U65QF review: Gaming Gaming is smooth and responsive on the Hisense U65QF (Image credit: Future) Two HDMI ports with 4K
144Hz support Gameplay is smooth and clear No game-specific settings

Gaming on the Hisense U65QF is a lot like gaming on other TVs in this price range. For starters, it supports a 4K resolution at up to 144Hz refresh rate through two of the HDMI ports, a necessity for next-generation consoles like the PlayStation 5. Theres also HDR support that can be finetuned via the onscreen menu plus FreeSync Premium VRR.

With Dolby Vision enabled, the TV automatically changed its picture mode to Game Mode when the input switched to my PlayStation 5 console. Plus, it automatically changes the input to my console when powered up (I did have to turn that setting on in the menu).

When gaming, images look crisp thanks to the 4K resolution and smooth thanks to the TVs high refresh rate. Its 13.2ms lag time isnt the best weve seen,
but it was barely perceptible when killing zombies in Dead Rising 2 .

I tested this TV with fast-paced action such as Dead Rising 2 as well as more cinematic fare like Death Stranding . Both played well, with my only real complaint being that theres no dedicated gaming settings menu. Gaming score: 4/5 Hisense U65QF review: Value The U65QF's included accessories (Image credit: Future) High MSRP, but its already discounted Other mid-range QLED
TVs have similar price points Take advantage of Hisenses regular sales

The MSRP for the 65-inch Hisense U65QF TV I tested may be $999, but its already available at some outlets for under $600, making it a great value.

The TCL QM6K has a similar MSRP and discount, but also lower screen
brightness and not quite as good built-in speakers. If youre willing to spend a few hundred dollars more, the Hisense U8QG has even better picture quality and a better design, and can be found in the $1,000-1,200 range.

The Roku Pro Series (2025) is another TV with a great picture and design and good built-in sound, and its priced roughly between the Hisense U65QF and U8QG. Value score: 4.5/5 (Image credit: Future) Hisense U65QF

Attributes

Notes

Rating

Features

Along with Dolby Vision and HDR10+ HDR support, the U65QF features Alexa Ecosystem integration

4/5

Picture quality

Good overall picture quality for the price, with better than average brightness

4/5

Sound quality

Surprisingly good sound with clear dialogue and a decent amount of bass

4/5

Design

Thin bezel for an all-picture look, though the port placement makes cable management a bit tough

4/5

Smart TV and menus

The Fire TV OS is easy to use, though I wish advanced picture settings were accessible without playing content

3.5/5

Gaming

Gaming on this TV is a good experience thanks to Game Mode, though theres no gaming-specific menu

4/5

Value

At MSRP, the price isnt special, though its already getting big discounts

4.5/5 Should I buy the Hisense U65QF? Buy it if...

You want great bang for your buck
The Hisense U65QF is already on sale, making it a very competitive option among budget mini-LED TVs.

You use Alexa
The TVs Alexa integration is something you can really take advantage of if youre already bought into the Alexa smart home ecosystem.

You want to skip the soundbar
The audio quality is good enough that if you want to skip a (cheap) soundbar in your setup, you probably wont miss it. Don't buy it if

You want a clean, minimal look
If you have other devices to plug in, such as a console or soundbar, the cables are going to stick out the side. If you want a clean look, there are other TVs with better cable management, such as the Roku Pro Series.

You want a super-bright picture
The U65QFs brightness is above average for a budget mini-LED TV, but step-up models such as the Hisense U8QG have more than twice as high peak brightness and also an anti-reflection screen for daytime viewing. Also consider...

Hisense U65QF

TCL QM6K

Roku Pro Series

Hisense U8QG

Price (65-inch)

$999

$999

$1,199

$2,199

Screen type

QLED w/ mini-LED

QLED w/ mini-LED

QLED w/ mini-LED

QLED w/ mini-LED

Refresh rate

Up to 144Hz

Up to 144Hz

120Hz

Up to 144Hz

HDR support

Dolby Vision IQ/HDR10+/HDR10

Dolby Vision IQ/HDR10+/HDR10

Dolby Vision IQ/HDR10+/HDR10

Dolby Vision IQ/HDR10+/HDR10

Smart TV

Fire TV

Google TV

Roku

Google TV

HDMI ports

4 (2x HDMI 2.1)

4 (2x HDMI 2.1)

4 (2x HDMI 2.1)

3x HDMI 2.1

TCL QM6K

The TCL QM6K is just as good value and sells for around the same price as the Hisense U65QF TV with discounts, though it doesnt have quite the same peak brightness or audio quality. What it does have is a great picture quality
with vibrant colors, good contrast, and a lack of blooming.

Read our full TCL QM6K review

Roku Pro Series
The Roku Pro Series falls into a similar-priced category. Its picture brightness is slightly lower than the Hisense, but it has Roku's wonderfully intuitive smart TV interface and a shadowbox design that not only allows for better sound but flat positioning when mounted.

Read our full Roku Pro Series review

Hisense U8QG

The Hisense U8QG is pricier and comes with a fantastically bright screen with low reflectivity. It also has a 4.1.2 sound system built in for those wanting to skip a soundbar, though its subwoofer has some limitations.

Read our full Hisense U8QG review (Image credit: Future) How I tested the Hisense U65QF I used the Hisense U65QF TV for a few weeks Tested with TV, movies, music, and games Benchmark measurements conducted by Future US
testing lab

I used the Hisense U65QF TV regularly for a couple of weeks. I used it with TV, movies, music, and games. I tested the various features to see if they work as advertised. I also spent time listening to the audio as well as
paying attention to the picture quality.

After spending some time with this TV, its my opinion that this TV is ideal for those who want a premium TV without the premium price tag, and for those locked into the Alexa ecosystem.

Ive tested a lot of tech gear over the years, from laptops to keyboards and speakers, and so have been able to use my expertise towards giving an honest and fair opinion, not to mention a critical eye, to any product I test.

You can read an in-depth overview of how we test TVs at TechRadar at that link. First reviewed: November 2025 Read TechRadar's reviews guarantee



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