Early Verdict
With a slew of gaming features including a 165Hz refresh rate, the Hisense U7QG is shaping up to be the budget-friendly gaming TV to beat this year. It still suffers from Mini-LED constraints (like poor off-axis viewing and blooming), but if it comes with the same price tag as its predecessor, it will be a great pick for gamers on a budget.
Pros
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Incredible brightness and color
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Great sound
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ATSC 3.0 Tuner
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Tons of gaming features
Cons
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Some blooming and haloing
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Poor off-axis viewing
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No sizes under 55 inches
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Value shines through the entire Hisense 2025 TV lineup, but the Hisense U7QG Mini-LED TV is here to steal the show. Nestled between the U6 and U8 Mini-LED TVs, this mid-range model might be a shoe-in for one of the best gaming TVs of the year.
Recently, I got to see the newest U7 at a special event in New York. Having spent plenty of time with its predecessor, the Hisense U7N, I was excited to check it out.
Like the U7N, the U7QG is kitted out with a suite of next-level gaming features, including a significant upgrade: a native 165Hz refresh rate. Will this be enough to set it apart from the ever-growing budget TV market? Let's see what you can expect with the improved U7 Mini-LED TV.
Hisense U7QG Mini-LED TV: Sizes, pricing and availability
Pricing hasn't been announced yet for Hisense's full lineup, but we do know that the U7QG will be available in sizes ranging from 55 to 100 inches.
Additionally, Hisense claims the U7QG will bring "high-performance features at an accessible sub-$1K price point."
Size | Price |
|---|---|
55" | TBA |
65" | TBA |
75" | TBA |
85" | TBA |
100" | TBA |
It's a bit unfortunate that Hisense isn't launching the U7QG at size points below 55 inches, especially for those who might want to use the TV as a replacement for their PC monitor.
Nevertheless, if you're a dedicated gamer and you're shopping for a new TV on a budget, this might be one to keep an eye on.
Hisense U7QG Mini-LED TV: Specs
Sizes | 55", 65", 75", 85", 100" |
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 |
HDR | Dolby Vision/ HDR10+/ HDR10 / HLG |
Refresh Rate | 165Hz |
Audio | 2.1.2-channel 60W |
Inputs | 4x HDMI 2.1 |
Smart TV | Google TV |
Hisense U7QG Mini-LED TV: Design
The Hisense U7QG isn’t that different from its predecessor when it comes to its design. It might be a hair slimmer, but it’s hard to tell without actually measuring the panel, and Hisense hasn’t given us a full specs sheet on the display yet.
At first glance, it looks nearly identical to the U7N, with a bit better glare mitigation, which I’ll touch on more later.
The version of the U7QG that I saw featured a pair of wide-set feet, but press images of the model reveal a pedestal-style stand for most models. We've reached out to Hisense for clarification about this, but it's safe to assume that the 55- and 65-inch versions of the U7QG will feature a pedestal stand.
While we don’t know the specific measurements, it will most likely have VESA support for wall mounting. (Last year’s 65-inch model was 400x300mm, but it could have changed on the refreshed set.)
The remote has also remained the same, which is a surprise given LG’s altered Magic Remote and the addition of an AI button on Samsung’s.
Hisense U7QG Mini-LED TV: Performance and features
There's no question that the U7QG is built to be a gaming powerhouse. But it's cut out for movies and shows, too, thanks to its vibrant colors and effective glare mitigation.
While we don't have test numbers yet, the U7QG looks to be substantially improved over last year's model, especially when it comes to brightness. HDR10+ and Dolby Vision are both supported, and by the looks of it, the U7QG will showcase truly impactful HDR content.
Although not an OLED TV, darker scenes look appropriately dark. Unfortunately, some haloing does come into play when bright objects punctuate dark backgrounds.
During the demo, this was most evident during a sequence involving a massive black hole, similar to Gargantua in "Interstellar." There was distinct haloing around the black hole's glowing form, even when viewed head on.
Speaking of viewing angle, there's room for improvement when it comes to off-axis viewing on the U7 series. On the U7QG, the issues persist primarily near corners of the TV when viewed from off to the side.
Throughout my time with the all-new U7, sound was a major highlight. Last year's model had just a 2.1-channel system with a 40W output, but the new and improved model will have 2.1.2-channel system at a 60W output. Its added power output and extra surround sound channel giving it a proper boost.
It's tough to give a full measure of its gaming prowess without playing a few games on it, but the U7QG is packing a ton of gaming features: a 165Hz refresh rate (up from 144Hz on last year's U7N), Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro. Another major improvement over its predecessor is a full suite of HDMI 2.1 ports (the U7N was limited to two).
The U7QG Mini-LED TV will also come with an ATSC 3.0 tuner like last year's model (as well as Hisense's entire 2025 range), making it an ideal pick for those who want access to NextGen TV and 4K broadcasts.
Hisense U7QG Mini-LED TV: Outlook
Overall, it's not a bad budget-friendly gaming TV. I'm a huge fan of the U7, having tested this specific set for the last two years. We'll have to get the U7QG in for proper testing to get a full picture, but as it stands this TV shows plenty of promise.
Hisense is clearly making a commitment to gamers with its quoted sub-$1,000 asking price with loads of gaming features. What isn't clear, however, is whether or not the U7QG will be a winner with the non-gaming crowd.
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