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Samsung QN900B 43" — Neo QLED 8K · 43" · 2022
Samsung

Samsung QN900B 43"

Neo QLED 8K · 43" · 2022

91
/ 100
From $3,071
VS
Hisense U8N 65" — Mini-LED · 3000 nits · $1099
Hisense

Hisense U8N 65"

Mini-LED · 3000 nits · $1099

91
/ 100
From $1,099
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Samsung QN900B 43" lands at 91 and Hisense U8N 65" at 91. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Samsung QN900B 43" if…

  • ✓Mature firmware by now
  • ✓Often discounted on close-out
  • ✓Current smart platform

Pick Hisense U8N 65" if…

  • ✓Jaw-dropping value
  • ✓3000-nit brightness
  • ✓144Hz gaming
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Picture quality

Tie

Panel, processing, and HDR performance

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Gaming

Hisense U8N 65"

Input lag, VRR, 120 Hz support

Hisense U8N 65" leads on gaming (92 vs 86).

Smart platform

Hisense U8N 65"

OS speed, app support, ecosystem

Hisense U8N 65" leads on smart (82 vs 78).

Value for money

Hisense U8N 65"

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Hisense U8N 65" more score per dollar ($1,099 vs $3,071).

Samsung QN900B 43" 91
vs
91 Hisense U8N 65"

Score breakdown

Samsung QN900B 43"
91
picture 91
motion 88
gaming 86
smart 78
sound 76
Hisense U8N 65"
91
picture 92
motion 88
gaming 92
smart 82
sound 82

Specs side-by-side

Samsung QN900B 43" versus Hisense U8N 65" — full spec comparison
Spec Samsung QN900B 43" Hisense U8N 65"
Panel
Neo QLED 8K
Mini-LED
Size
43"
65″
Release year
2022
—
Refresh
—
144Hz
HDR
—
Dolby Vision, HDR10+

Samsung QN900B 43"

Pros
  • +Mature firmware by now
  • +Often discounted on close-out
  • +Current smart platform
Cons
  • −Superseded by newer models
  • −HDR peak lower than new mini-LED
  • −Platform ads

Hisense U8N 65"

Pros
  • +Jaw-dropping value
  • +3000-nit brightness
  • +144Hz gaming
Cons
  • −Processing a step behind Sony
  • −Off-axis viewing average
  • −Google TV ads

FAQ: Samsung QN900B 43" vs Hisense U8N 65"

Which is better, Samsung QN900B 43" or Hisense U8N 65"? +

Both score 91 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Samsung QN900B 43" worth the price? +

At $3,071, Samsung QN900B 43" delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in picture.

Is Hisense U8N 65" worth the price? +

At $1,099, Hisense U8N 65" delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in picture.

Does Samsung QN900B 43" or Hisense U8N 65" last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for gaming, Samsung QN900B 43" or Hisense U8N 65"? +

Hisense U8N 65" — leads on gaming (92 vs 86). Input lag, VRR, 120 Hz support.

Which is better for smart platform, Samsung QN900B 43" or Hisense U8N 65"? +

Hisense U8N 65" — leads on smart (82 vs 78). OS speed, app support, ecosystem.