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Quick verdict
The review evidence points to a tradeoff: HDMI 2.1 port count and HDMI port count versus value for money and calibration options. Choose according to which strengths matter more to you; the overall score alone does not settle that choice.
Choose LG MRGB95B for HDMI 2.1 port count and HDMI port count.
Choose Hisense U6SF Pro for value for money and calibration options.
Scores are out of 5. Missing scores mean missing review evidence, not a missing feature.
The huge, vivid picture can be dazzling, especially after adjustment, but inconsistent accuracy and LCD limitations divide assessments.
Vivid color, solid accuracy, deep blacks, and strong brightness create a compelling picture for the cost, with motion and uniformity the biggest weaknesses.
Factory gray tones and white balance are significantly off, and color temperature can shift with scene brightness.
Small white-balance errors are generally not distracting, and calibration can tighten them further.
The best colors and contrast often require switching away from default presets and experimenting with many settings.
Extensive picture options reward experimentation, but some settings disappear by content type and can require repeated adjustment.
Local dimming helps blacks stay deep and controls many halos, but fine objects against dark backgrounds still reveal the limits of zone-based lighting.
Zone dimming adds deep blacks and substantial contrast, particularly in simpler scenes, but can lag behind small moving bright objects.
Built-in sound is serviceable and dialogue-forward, but the overall tonal range is only average and may warrant a soundbar.
The subwoofer helps many listeners enjoy respectable built-in sound, while one lab found the speakers weak and not loud enough.
Color is a point of contention: some scenes show remarkably natural skin tones, while measured factory SDR and HDR settings reveal major errors and color-temperature shifts.
Colors and skin tones generally look natural and convincing, with measured results that compare well against pricier models.
Compression artifacts and macroblocking are reduced effectively, but the smoothing can take a little fine texture away.
Compressed streaming material looks clean after processing, but some fine detail disappears along with the artifacts.
Careful picture presets can produce faithful-looking films, but significant factory color and HDR calibration errors keep accuracy inconsistent.
Both SDR and HDR accuracy are strong out of the box, with small cool-color or white-balance deviations.
Immense brightness keeps images vivid in rooms with large windows, although the glossy surface can reflect lights and nearby objects.
The bright picture remains convincing with windows open and room lights on, a standout advantage over many less powerful budget sets.
Deep blacks and bright highlights create impressive contrast for an LCD, but performance in tricky dark scenes does not consistently rival OLED.
Deep local-dimming blacks give the image strong contrast for the price, while some darker scenes appear flatter than on higher-end TVs.
The screen reaches extraordinary brightness that makes high-impact HDR and daytime viewing especially impressive.
The TV gets impressively bright for its price and suits normal sunny rooms; higher-end rivals still win absolute peak-output contests.
Responsive controls and vibrant HDR scenes make games engaging, but one laboratory assessment found heavy motion blur and a laptop test exposed VRR trouble.
Strong input responsiveness and gaming-format support impress most testers, but substantial motion blur in measured tests limits the recommendation for fast-paced play.
HDR is spectacularly bright and colorful, but a few scenes need careful tuning and measured accuracy falls short of its visual punch.
A broad HDR format set, strong brightness, and vivid colors make HDR entertainment a strength; some shadow detail remains less refined.
Explosive highlights, brilliant outdoor scenes and bright game effects are among the strongest reasons to want this television.
Bright highlights and impressive full-scene light output give HDR real impact for the price, although higher-tier Mini-LEDs can go brighter.
Strong contrast can make dark films striking, but occasional LCD haze, blooming and weak shadow detail prevent uniformly excellent nighttime viewing.
Dark scenes benefit from effective dimming, but blooming and less-than-OLED shadow separation remain reasons to consider higher-end displays for theater use.
Experiences differ dramatically: one hands-on test found smooth camera pans, while lab testing found motion consistently soft and smeared.
Some users praise smooth action, but measured pixel transitions are slow enough to make sports and rapid games visibly smeary.
Controls feel immediate in game mode, supporting responsive console and PC play.
Game Mode reacts quickly to controls, with measured delay low enough to feel responsive on supported consoles and PCs.
Picture settings and unconventional remote shortcuts require patience, although the gaming dashboard makes some frequent adjustments straightforward.
Setup and basic navigation are mostly straightforward, while deep picture settings and a busy home screen add a learning curve.
An off-center Home key and hidden mute/input operations make the remote particularly awkward in the dark.
Dedicated buttons for major streaming services and voice controls reduce the steps needed for everyday navigation.
The glossy screen does little to soften mirror-like reflections from nearby lights, even though the panel is bright enough for daytime use.
The matte treatment noticeably softens direct reflections and keeps normal daytime rooms usable, although intense lights can still affect contrast.
Four full-bandwidth HDMI 2.1 connections make it practical to leave several consoles and a gaming PC connected simultaneously.
Only two of the four HDMI sockets handle full high-refresh gaming, which is manageable for most but restrictive for multiple advanced sources.
Near-black images show little visible vertical banding, and most of the dark screen stays remarkably even.
Subtle banding remains visible across shades; gradients are serviceable rather than exceptionally smooth.
Extensive picture settings can substantially improve SDR accuracy, but reaching a good balance takes effort and HDR accuracy remains problematic.
The picture controls offer extensive adjustments, and calibration can bring the already capable image very close to reference accuracy.
The middle of the panel is relatively clean, but wide pans and bright backgrounds may reveal dirty-screen patches and darkening near the sides.
Patchy grays and uneven light backgrounds can stand out during sports pans, with similar complaints reported on replacement units.
Game Optimizer places frame-rate, VRR and image controls within easy reach rather than burying them in the main menus.
A Game Bar made VRR and frame-rate checks convenient in one hands-on review, while another tester could not find a dedicated gaming dashboard.
Fine shades and subtle transitions add richness to familiar footage, revealing tonal variations that might otherwise be missed.
Color transitions show some mild banding, leaving gradients adequate rather than pristine.
Fast PC modes are enticing on paper, but slow pixel transitions and flickering at the highest settings undermine fluid gameplay.
The 144Hz refresh specification and VRR are valuable, but the TV's relatively slow pixels prevent consistently crisp fast motion.
Proper chroma 4:4:4 handling keeps lettering legible when the screen is used with a desktop computer.
Chroma support is good, but the BGR subpixel order can make text look less clean than on a conventional desktop monitor.
The on-screen pointer initially jumps around until its movement settings are adjusted.
The compact Fire TV remote is described as practical and responsive in normal use.
Image color and brightness deteriorate noticeably when viewed off-center, making wide seating setups a poor match.
Off-axis performance is disputed, but a controlled test found rapid image degradation and a reddish cast at side seats.
The standard backlight has high-frequency flicker, while a boosted PC gaming mode produced much more noticeable flickering and rainbow artifacts.
The backlight runs at a very high flicker frequency that is generally unobtrusive, with only a slight secondary 120Hz variation.
Most ambient reflections are tolerable thanks to the bright panel, but direct, glossy reflections can remain distracting.
The matte finish disperses reflections very well in indirect light, while direct sunlight can still raise the perceived blacks.
Dark scenes generally have deep, convincing blacks for an LCD, although the result varies by content and does not match OLED precision.
Mini-LED dimming produces impressively deep blacks in many scenes, especially with local dimming set high; OLED still has the edge in absolute darkness.
The remote lacks immediately obvious mute and input functions, making it feel less polished than a flagship accessory should.
The standard Fire TV remote is functional with useful shortcuts, but its plastic construction feels flimsy compared with premium competitors.
VRR compatibility is extensive for consoles, but one PC tester experienced flickering and rainbow artifacts with a boosted setting.
VRR reduces distracting tearing and helps games stay fluid when frame rates shift.
Fast action looks crisp to some eyes, but detailed response measurements reveal pervasive blur across sports and games.
Laboratory testing found severe blur trails at high refresh rates, despite enthusiastic subjective accounts of fluid sports and gaming.
Home-screen promotions can be disabled, but some advertising remains on the apps page. The result is cleaner than many smart TV menus without being entirely ad-free.
The Fire TV home screen is heavy on promotions and Amazon recommendations, a recurring annoyance even among people who like the available apps.
Four HDMI connections provide ample room for modern high-bandwidth devices without constant cable swapping.
Four HDMI sockets should cover a typical media setup, but only two offer the bandwidth needed for high-refresh gaming.
The speakers can play loudly enough for a somewhat noisy room, but tonal balance becomes uneven near the top of the range.
Reports conflict: one lab found the speakers unable to get loud enough, while a gaming tester thought they had ample volume.
Basic actions require learning unusual shortcuts, and the absence of dedicated mute and input keys becomes frustrating.
Shortcut buttons make common apps easy to reach, though the clicker is less comfortable than some rival remotes.
Adjustable wide and narrow leg positions help the TV fit a greater variety of media consoles.
Some sizes allow a narrower leg position, though others have widely spaced feet and the smallest size may lack adjustment.
The 75-, 86- and 100-inch options create an enormous, colorful image that makes dramatic scenes feel especially grand.
The 100-inch option makes an unusually expansive big-screen setup possible without stepping into flagship pricing.
The spectacular brightness and color make a strong impression, but other assessments describe a disappointing flagship held back by accuracy and value.
Many evaluations praise the value and bright, detailed picture, but one exhaustive lab assessment is much less enthusiastic because of blur, uniformity, and sound issues.
A little haloing around bright objects is manageable in some scenes but clearly visible around subtitles and other high-contrast details in others.
Most find halos modest for the class, but bright subtitles and lights against black backgrounds can still produce visible glow.
The LCD panel avoids permanent OLED-style burn-in, a reassuring strength for repeated static imagery and long-term use.
The LCD backlight avoids permanent OLED-style burn-in, a reassurance for static interfaces and longer gaming sessions.
Tiny bright highlights stand out with impressive impact, from glints to lightning-like effects.
Major highlights have punch and detail, though very tiny bright objects may be muted by dimming or tone mapping.
Dark scenes are impressively even, but bright images can reveal darker edges and some uneven patches.
Patchiness, dark edges, and visible vignetting are important weaknesses for bright uniform scenes, even if near-black uniformity is better.
The included feet keep the large screen well supported.
The two feet feel secure and wobble-free on a suitable surface.
The panel holds film frames with relatively little stutter, and smooth camera pans are an occasional strength.
Slow pixel response reduces harsh stutter in ordinary pans, although a trace remains in very slow movement.
Lower-resolution DVDs and older streams gain clarity without conspicuous over-sharpening.
Lower-resolution footage appears sharp and relatively clean without strong oversharpening artifacts.
Slow LCD pixel transitions create obvious motion smearing, particularly at 120Hz and 165Hz.
Pixel transitions are unusually slow, producing ghosting and blur that faster OLED and gaming monitor panels avoid.
Speech remains clear and easy to follow at ordinary listening levels thanks to a fairly balanced sound signature.
Speech is usually easy to follow, and the dialogue enhancer improves clarity; however, one lab found limited maximum loudness.
Vibrant reds, greens, blues and subtle tonal variation can be dazzling, but SDR tests and competing RGB sets reveal room for improvement.
Wide DCI-P3 coverage gives games and HDR videos lively colors, though the very widest BT.2020 shades remain out of reach.
Game Optimizer responds automatically to consoles and can improve contrast, although the most vivid game colors sometimes require other picture presets.
Game Mode produces very low input lag and makes high-refresh play easy, even though it cannot correct the panel's slow transitions.
Bright, saturated HDR colors are a standout attraction, especially in animation and nature footage. SDR color volume and consistency are less convincing.
Bright, colorful scenes hold their richness well, but the most saturated colors in demanding wide-gamut material can look less convincing.
The flat back and flush-mount design allow a tidy, close-to-the-wall installation.
Standard wall mounts and accessible side inputs make mounting practical, although an existing mount may need height adjustment.
With local dimming enabled, blacks look exceptionally even across the panel, with few distracting patches.
Dark scenes stay notably even with local dimming enabled, with limited edge glow or flashlighting on the tested sample.
Most film and TV sources play with proper cadence, though an unusual 25p-over-60p signal can introduce timing errors.
Most film cadence is reproduced without objectionable judder; a small issue remains with some 25p European sources.
Old DVDs and softer streaming video clean up well, with reduced compression artifacts and an acceptably detailed picture.
Older DVDs and low-definition sources upscale cleanly, with sharp edges and little obvious artificial sharpening.
Frame interpolation smoothly reduces film stutter without an obvious soap-opera effect at modest settings.
Smoothing can reduce low-frame-rate stutter in normal viewing, but its controls do little or nothing for gaming in Game Mode.
Deep backgrounds can lose subtle detail, especially in moderately lit rooms, making dark scenes less convincing than on OLED.
Dark-scene information can be crushed or look flat, which is particularly noticeable in games with heavy shadows.
Panel hardware looks relatively low risk over time, though a temporary PC gaming problem remains unresolved and long-term test results are pending.
A 75-inch owner reported recurring uniformity, audio-leveling, and playback problems on both the original and replacement units.
Its vivid screen commands a steep premium, and several alternatives offer better accuracy, contrast or similar color for less; the large-size appeal does help.
The combination of brightness, vivid color, 144Hz gaming, and extra bass is strong at sale prices, though full MSRP narrows the advantage.
AirPlay failed to stream a Hulu title correctly from an iPad in one test, leaving Apple-device playback less dependable than casting.
An iPhone screen-mirroring test connected only about half the time, making AirPlay a weak point for seamless Apple use.
Google Cast delivered smooth streaming from a mobile source in testing, offering an easy alternative to built-in apps.
Google Cast makes Android-phone and Chrome-tab streaming convenient without an extra device.
The tuner lacks ATSC 3.0 reception, limiting access to newer over-the-air broadcast features.
The basic over-the-air tuner works for broadcasts but lacks ATSC 3.0, limiting next-generation reception.
Dolby Atmos audio passed through successfully during casting, adding a useful option for surround-sound systems.
Atmos processing can widen the sound from the built-in speakers, but it cannot create a true overhead home-theater effect without separate equipment.
Xbox compatibility includes FreeSync Premium Pro, giving current consoles a full set of variable-refresh features.
FreeSync Premium Pro and variable refresh support can reduce tearing when game frame rates fluctuate, a valued feature at the price.
Current PlayStation and Xbox consoles can run their demanding 4K/120 modes without compatibility hassles, making the HDMI feature set a genuine strength.
PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S compatibility is broad, with 4K/120Hz and VRR available for supported games.
High-bandwidth HDMI inputs are a major convenience for multiple modern consoles and PCs, with advanced game signals supported.
Modern HDMI features make the TV compatible with current console and PC output modes, including VRR and high refresh rates.
The blade-style feet attach quickly and give a simple setup process, despite the TV being heavy enough to need help lifting.
Attaching the feet and completing basic setup is generally quick and simple, with few surprises.
Major entertainment apps are available, but the preinstalled collection includes more free channels and extras than some owners will want.
Fire TV covers the main streaming platforms, making an extra streaming stick unnecessary for most services.
A viewing-data collection option can be switched off, providing an easy privacy improvement.
Personalized ad targeting can be disabled, but the number of ads remains unchanged and some tracking settings take effort to locate.
HDR luminance does not always follow the intended curve; some images appear too bright while others lose detail.
HDR tracks its intended brightness curve fairly well, though near-black detail can be crushed and some bright mastering levels clip.
Streaming apps open quickly on webOS 26, keeping the platform feeling responsive.
Some hands-on testers found apps launch quickly and menus respond well, while one comparison found occasional slow app starts.
Voice control usually adjusts TV settings successfully, but it is less reliable at discovering streaming choices.
Press-to-talk Alexa generally launches content and follows simple commands reliably in direct tests.
The sturdy chassis incorporates some metal and feels more premium than a basic LCD television.
The chassis is adequately put together but relies on fairly inexpensive materials rather than a truly premium construction.
Only very large screens are offered, which suits big-screen shoppers but leaves no compact option.
The lineup spans 55 to 100 inches, accommodating big rooms, but buyers wanting a compact TV have no smaller choice.
The all-black minimalist styling, thin bezels and flush-mount option look upscale without drawing attention away from the screen.
Thin bezels, a restrained look, and a slim body suit a modern living room, even if the materials do not feel especially luxurious.
A native 144Hz panel offers extra headroom for connected PCs and full 4K/120Hz support for modern consoles. The high refresh ceiling does not eliminate pixel-response blur.
4K console gaming works with a full range of modern output features, although fast motion may look softer than the high refresh rate suggests.
Dolby Vision films look particularly punchy, with vivid highlights and rich color that show off the backlight.
The missing DTS format is a drawback for viewers with Blu-ray discs or audio setups that rely on it.
eARC provides a convenient path to uncompressed audio and a compatible soundbar or receiver.
Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and other common HDR options provide wide compatibility across streaming and discs.
Automatic picture adjustment can give colors and highlights pleasing punch without constant tuning, although hands-on preferences vary by content.
AI Sports Mode makes the pitch and uniforms pop, and one sports test found moving plays easier to follow without heavy oversaturation.
AI-generated art, premade artwork, and photo displays add flexibility, but their everyday usefulness may be limited for some owners.
The tuner lacks ATSC 3.0, so over-the-air viewers miss the newer broadcast standard.
Connecting an Xbox automatically brings up the gaming preset, avoiding the need to manually find low-latency settings.
Black-frame insertion causes obvious double images, so enabling it is unlikely to improve perceived action clarity.
Rear-facing and side-facing inputs are accessible, but cable-routing assistance is minimal and may require an external solution.
The backlight generally avoids conspicuous color bleed, though its habit of reverting to white also limits the benefit of RGB illumination.
Home-screen recommendations can be hidden for a simpler interface, though the default presentation is cluttered and ads are not eliminated everywhere.
Free live channels exist, but the included selection felt thinner than on some competing TV platforms.
An interpolation control appears in Game Mode but does not actually interpolate frames there; smoothing requires another picture mode.
The picture processor maintains impressive detail and clarity during demanding, saturated HDR sequences.
Small bright objects can leave dim leading edges or flicker as the backlight zones struggle to keep pace.
Color fringes and softer transition edges can appear with fast motion, even if some testers barely noticed them.
Automatic wake and sleep functions reacted reliably as someone entered or left the room.
iPhone mirroring worked inconsistently in one hands-on test, undermining the convenience of wireless screen sharing.
Voice search handles many commands but missed free streaming options for a requested movie.
Sound becomes uneven at full volume, diminishing the otherwise decent everyday audio performance.
Premium-looking blade feet hold the set securely and complement its understated styling.
Four HDMI ports and other conventional inputs cover most entertainment gear, with the two full-speed HDMI sockets the main constraint.
The highest refresh and motion-boost modes are promising, but a PC test required disabling the boosted option to stop flickering.
The gallery display looks colorful but lacks convincing canvas texture and detail, making it less compelling as digital wall art.
One owner reported that rewinding through a cable-box app could freeze the picture while the audio continued, even after replacing the set.
eARC and wide audio-format compatibility make a receiver or soundbar a straightforward upgrade path.
Dialogue enhancement, equalization, and night listening controls are useful, though one owner struggled with channel-to-channel volume leveling.
The built-in subwoofer delivers more weight to explosions, music, and sports than typical TV speakers, though it does not match a separate subwoofer.
Extensive tuning options are offset by the lack of convenient saved profiles for switching between games with different picture needs.
RGB backlighting can produce exceptional brightness and eye-catching colors, yet its LCD foundation still shows familiar contrast limitations.
Natural textures and bright-scene detail are strengths, but the matte screen and backlight control can soften some fine elements.
Low, wide feet leave little space for tall soundbars, so checking dimensions or wall mounting is sensible.
The built-in speakers give some left-to-right movement, but the sense of width does not extend far beyond the cabinet.
One tester found the virtual surround option erased stereo separation instead of adding useful spaciousness.
Peak output is exceptional, but the screen dims considerably after roughly a minute of continuous bright imagery.
Narrow black borders frame the picture neatly and nearly vanish when the room is dim.
The basic navigation is intuitive enough, but certain detailed picture and sound adjustments are hidden behind playback-specific menus.
webOS 26 moves quickly between apps and menus, a welcome improvement even if the layout is not universally loved.
webOS 26 is fast and feature-filled, but it can feel crowded and less intuitive than competing interfaces.
Fire TV delivers popular apps and voice features, yet its ads and uneven responsiveness divide opinion.
Major platforms are available directly through Fire TV, and most services are easy to find and launch.
Dynamic tone mapping can keep highlights visually strong, though measured luminance is uneven and may stray from accurate mastering.
Alexa can launch shows and change settings, but voice requests require a remote-button press rather than hands-free use.
Wi-Fi 5 handled connectivity adequately, but the standard feels dated beside Wi-Fi 6E televisions.
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