Deciding on whether to buy a product like 55‚Äù HISENSE H55U8BUK Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR LED TV or perhaps 55″ SONY BRAVIA KD55XG8796BU Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR LED TV with Google Assistant, Green? You’re in the right place as we’ll take you through all of the specs, features and look at the quality, pricing and reviews of both to help you make the decision on which one to go for.

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55‚Äù HISENSE H55U8BUK Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR LED TV vs 55″ SONY BRAVIA KD55XG8796BU Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR LED TV with Google Assistant, Green

55” HISENSE H55U8BUK Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR LED TV specs

55” HISENSE H55U8BUK Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR LED TV
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55″ SONY BRAVIA KD55XG8796BU Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR LED TV with Google Assistant, Green
Screen size: 55″

Screen size: 55″

Screen technology: LED

Screen technology: LED backlit

Resolution: 4K Ultra HD 3840 x 2160p

Resolution: 4K Ultra HD 3840 x 2160p

HDR: – Dolby Vision
– HDR10
– Hybrid Log Gamma (HLG)

HDR: – Dolby Vision
– HDR10
– Hybrid Log Gamma (HLG)

HDR technology: HDR 1000

PICTURE QUALITY
PICTURE QUALITY

Processing rate: Motionflow XR 1000Hz

Motion rate: 120 Hz

Picture enhancement: – HDR Processor X1
– TRILUMINOS display
– 4K X-Reality PRO

Processing rate: 2800 PCI

4K Ultra HD compatibility: 4K upscaling picture enhancement

Contrast: Peak brightness: 1000 nits

SMART
Native contrast ratio: 4000:1

Picture enhancement: ULED Local Dimming

Smart platform: Android TV

4K Ultra HD compatibility: – Video CODEC: HEVC H.265 / VP9
– 4K upscaling picture enhancement

Smart TV services: – Catch up TV: BBC iPlayer, ITV Hub, All 4, My5
– Streaming: Netflix 4K, Prime Video 4K, Google Play Movies & TV, Rakuten
– Music: Spotify, Deezer, Tidal
– App store: Google Play Store
– Custom homepage
– Full internet browser
– Social media: YouTube 4K, Facebook Watch
– Gaming apps

Please note: Some services are only available in the UK

HDR game mode: Yes

Voice controlled assistant: Google Assistant

Noise reduction: Yes

Screen mirroring: – Chromecast
– Apple AirPlay

SMART

Smartphone app: Video & TV Sideview: Remote app

Other smart features: – Works with Amazon Alexa
– Apple Home Kit compatible
– Netflix Calibrated Mode

Smart platform: VIDAA U 3.0

CONNECTIVITY
Smart TV services: – Catch up TV: BBC iPlayer, ITV Hub, Demand 5, UKTV Player, CBS
– Streaming: Netflix 4K, Prime Video 4
– Custom homepage
– Full internet browser
– Social media: YouTube 4K

Please note: Some services are only available in the UK

Screen mirroring: Yes

WiFi: Built-in WiFi

Smartphone app: Hisense Remote Now

Bluetooth: Bluetooth 4.2

CONNECTIVITY

Connections: – HDMI 2.0b x 4
– Composite input x 1
– USB 3.0 x 1
– USB 2.0 x 2

Audio output: – Optical x 1
– 3.5 mm jack x 1

WiFi: Built-in WiFi

TUNER
Ethernet: Yes

Connections: – HDMI 2.0 x 4
– Composite input x 1
– USB 2.0 x 2

TV tuner: Freeview HD

Please note: Some services are only available in the UK

Audio output: Optical x 1

Electronic programme guide: 7-day EPG and 7-day catch up with YouView

TUNER

AUDIO

TV tuner: Freeview HD

Please note: Some services are only available in the UK

Speakers: 2

Electronic programme guide: 7-day EPG and 7-day catch up with Freeview Play

Audio power: 20 W

AUDIO

Sound enhancement: – Acoustic Multi-Audio (sound from screen)
– Dolby Atmos

FEATURES
Speakers: 2

Audio power: 10 W

Voice control: – Via remote
– Direct voice control

Sound enhancement: – Dolby Atmos
– Dolby Audio

PVR function: Yes (with external hard drive)

FEATURES

VESA mount: 300 x 200

Table-top stand: Yes

VESA mount: 400 x 200

ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Table-top stand: Yes

Price: £749

Price: £849

Number of Reviews:

Number of Reviews:

Review Score: 8.1 / 10

Review Score: 8.7 / 10


When deciding on whether to buy 55‚Äù HISENSE H55U8BUK Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR LED TV or 55″ SONY BRAVIA KD55XG8796BU Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR LED TV with Google Assistant, Green, a very important consideration is the price. So we’re going to spend a bit of time looking at the price of both.

To start with, we looked at the price of the 300 products in the same category as 55‚Äù HISENSE H55U8BUK Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR LED TV, which is the Televisions category. Of these 300 products the average price was £1432.01, the most expensive was £13999 and the cheapest was just £99. We then looked at the price of the 300 in the same as the 55″ SONY BRAVIA KD55XG8796BU Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR LED TV with Google Assistant, Green, which of course the average was £1432.01, top price was £13999 and cheapest £99.

We then looked specifically at the average price of products from Hisense and Sony, the average was £649.42 for Hisense, £414.71 for Sony. The max for each was £1399/£13999 and minimum was £199/£7.49

Price analysis of 55” HISENSE H55U8BUK Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR LED TV

Price analysis of 55

  • 55‚Äù HISENSE H55U8BUK Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR LED TV
  • Picture quality: 2800 PCI
  • HDR: Dolby Vision / HDR10 / Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG)
  • Catch-up TV & 4K streaming
  • Freeview HD with Freeview Play
  • HDMI 2.0 x 4
  • Premium UHDFlms and shows come alive on the Hisense H55U8BUK 55‚Äù Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR LED TV. From an explosive, blockbuster action movie to the latest BBC documentary, everything looks vivid, bright and packed with detail thanks to striking 4K – four times the resolution as Full HD.HDR technology provides vivid colour and contrast, delivering the brightest whites and darkest blacks. Perfect for seeing every polar bear against the ice or the vibrant greens of the jungle.Feel immersed in the soundFor rich and lifelike audio that matches the picture, the Hisense U8B features Dolby Atmos virtual surround sound to get you totally immersed in your entertainment. Sit back on the sofa and hear the sound of rainfall as it trickles down beside you. It sounds so real, you might want to check your ceiling for a leak.Get straight to your contentDon’t waste time scrolling through menus to watch the series finale of your favourite drama. Simply press the direct access buttons on the luxury remote to get straight to your favourite streaming and catchup apps. Whether you want to watch Freeview Play, Netflix, Prime Video or YouTube, you can access the content you love without waiting around.________________________________ Please note: Freeview and some apps & services are only available in the UK. Apps & services may be removed or no longer supported by third party content providers at any time. Some apps & services may not be available at launch and may require a firmware update before becoming available.
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  • 55″ SONY BRAVIA KD55XG8796BU Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR LED TV with Google Assistant, Green
  • Motionflow XR with auto mode for smooth & sharp picture
  • Acoustic Multi-Audio with front facing speakers
  • Picture quality: Motionflow XR 1000 Hz
  • HDR: HDR10 / Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG)
  • Catch-up TV & 4K streaming
  • Top features: – Cinematic action in your living room – Rich colours and clear details bring the best out of what you watch – Acoustic Multi-Audio for perfectly synced sound – Voice control with Google Assistant Cinematic actionGet ready for cinema-style viewing in the comfort of your home with the Sony BRAVIA KD55XG8796BU 55″ Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR LED TV with Google Assistant. This TV’s backlit screen means you get contrast levels that are just right. – bright colours pop off the screen, while dark backgrounds aren’t too murky. You’ll really see the difference during frantic action scenes and moody moments when you’re watching movies and shows.Rich colours and clear detailsThe Sony’s X1 Processor enhances the detail and colour of everything you watch, from colourful cartoons to live-action sports. And with its brilliant TRILUMINOUS and Dolby Vision display colours always look vivid and clear from any angle- from the deep green of the pitch to the bright costumes of the characters. Wherever you’re sat you’ll have a great view.Acoustic Multi-AudioEnjoy an immersive audio experience with the Sony. Two rear tweeters and front facing speakers makes speech and sound effect feel like they are coming from directly where the action is on screen. And with Dolby Audio too, you’ll always get sound quality that matches the picture.Voice controlWith Google Assistant built-in to the XG87, you can control your TV with simple voice commands. Change channels, dive into Netflix or even control your other smart home devices. All you have to do is ask Google.There are loads of entertainment choices too – all your favourite apps are there, including BBC iPlayer, YouTube, Amazon Prime Video and more. Or use Chromecast or AirPlay to play direct from your smartphone. You can also pair the TV with an Alexa speaker for handsfree control._______________________________________Please note: Freeview and some apps & services are only available in the UK. Apps & services may be removed or no longer supported by third party content providers at any time. Some apps & services may not be available at launch and may require a firmware update before becoming available.
  • Product codes: 4548736096202

What’s better 55‚Äù HISENSE H55U8BUK Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR LED TV or 55″ SONY BRAVIA KD55XG8796BU Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR LED TV with Google Assistant, Green?

There are obviously a number of differences between 55‚Äù HISENSE H55U8BUK Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR LED TV and 55″ SONY BRAVIA KD55XG8796BU Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR LED TV with Google Assistant, Green, but there are several things that you can use when comparing the two. The first of these, which we’ve already covered, is price. Make sure you spend a bit of time deciding how much you are willing and able to spend on your product to really get a good idea if the £749 cost of 55‚Äù HISENSE H55U8BUK Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR LED TV is closer to the expectation you had than the £849 pricep point of 55″ SONY BRAVIA KD55XG8796BU Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR LED TV with Google Assistant, Green.

Once you’ve nailed down everything there is to know on the price of both, the next step is to really study the reviews. Taking the time to read reviews of both will really help you to decide which is a better product between 55‚Äù HISENSE H55U8BUK Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR LED TV and 55″ SONY BRAVIA KD55XG8796BU Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR LED TV with Google Assistant, Green. We looked at the reviews over at Currys PC World for both products and found that 55‚Äù HISENSE H55U8BUK Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR LED TV scores out of 10 from reviews. Whereas 55″ SONY BRAVIA KD55XG8796BU Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR LED TV with Google Assistant, Green scores out of 10 from reviews.

It’s also really worthwhile spending the time to look at the key differences between the two products. For that you can use our comparison table about which looks at the main features of both products to give you a clear idea of where one product perhaps benefits over another. When comparing the two it’s a really good idea to have an idea in your mind of the key features that you need from your Televisions as this will help you to narrow down the products that do or don’t meet your criteria.



55” HISENSE H55U8BUK Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR LED TV



Rating:
8.23 out of
10