Hisense U7SG vs TCL QM7L: We tested both mid-range TVs and one is better for most people

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This year, folks in the market for a mid-range TV have a handful of enticing options. We recently tested the Hisense U7SG — a quantum dot-enhanced Mini-LED TV — and found that it offers a bright, punchy picture and plenty of features for the price.And then there's the TCL QM7L. Despite its mid-range status, this Mini-LED TV comes with TCL's Super Quantum Dot (SQD) technology, which has proven effective when it comes to saturating a wider range of color than the U7SG's traditional quantum-dot display.These sets offer similar performance in a similar price range. However, there are some differences you ought to be aware of before you shop.

Hisense U7SG

The Hisense U7SG is a mid-range, quantum dot-equipped Mini-LED TV whose display hardware delivers a bright, colorful picture. It also comes with a wide array of gaming features for the price. While slightly cheaper than the TCL QM7L, its performance isn't quite as sharp as TCL's mid-range competitor.

TCL QM7L