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I am putting together a living room gaming setup and keep going back and forth on this. PS5 caps at 120Hz anyway so part of me says just get a 120Hz TV and save the money.

But I also stream from my PC sometimes where I can push higher frames, and I keep reading that the panels with 144 or 165Hz native refresh do better with VRR and motion handling even at lower frame rates.

The other thing I cannot figure out is how much the TV processing matters for cloud gaming specifically. I use Moonlight and occasionally GFN and I get random stutter that might be network or might be the TV not handling the signal well.

Anyone actually compared a 120Hz panel side by side with a 144 or 165Hz for a mixed console plus stream setup?

I recently bought the 75" Hisense U7 MiniLED, so I figured I’d write up some thoughts after living with it for a couple of weeks.

I never really paid much attention to Hisense before this. I usually stuck with Sony, Samsung, or LG just because those were the names I was used to seeing. This time I wanted a bigger screen without spending OLED money, and the U7 kept coming up whenever I searched for 75" MiniLED options around this price range.

Packaging

Packaging was solid. Nothing fancy, but everything felt protected and well packed. The TV arrived without any panel issues, scuffs, or weird marks, which was honestly my main concern with something this big.

The stand is a single center-style base and feels very stable once everything is assembled. I like center stands better than the wide feet design since you don’t need a massive console just to fit the TV.

Price

I paid around $1400 for the 75" U7. That felt pretty fair for the size and specs, especially with MiniLED, 165Hz, strong HDR brightness, and gaming features included.

That said, I’d expect Prime Day or Black Friday pricing to be even better. TVs always seem to get weirdly aggressive discounts around those sales, so anyone not in a rush could probably save a decent amount by waiting.

Size

I’m sitting roughly 10 to 11 feet away, and 75" feels right for my living room. I was debating 65" at first, but after using the 75", I’m glad I went bigger.

For movies, sports, and gaming, the extra size changes the whole feel of the room. A 65" would’ve been fine, but the 75" gives more of that home theater vibe without feeling ridiculous. For open-world games and wide movie shots, the bigger screen really pays off.

Picture

This is the part that surprised me most.

The U7 gets seriously bright, with peak brightness up to 3000 nits, and HDR content has a lot of punch. Bright highlights in movies, reflections, explosions, sunlight, neon signs, all that stuff has real impact instead of looking flat.

The MiniLED local dimming also helps darker scenes a lot. I watched a few Dolby Vision movies and some darker crime/drama shows, and shadow detail stayed pretty good without everything turning into a gray mess. The overall contrast is strong enough that night scenes actually look rich, not washed out.

Colors are also more natural than I expected. They pop, but not in that weird overcooked showroom way. Skin tones, sports fields, city lights, animated movies, all looked pretty good right away.

Upscaling has been better than I thought too. Most of my viewing is streaming, YouTube, sports, and older shows mixed in, not just perfect 4K demo content. Lower-res stuff still holds up well enough from the couch.

Gaming

Gaming is probably my favorite part of this TV.

The 165Hz refresh rate is one of those specs I didn’t think I’d care about much, but now I get it. Fast camera movement feels responsive, and action scenes don’t fall apart when there’s a lot happening on screen.

I’ve been using it with my console and PC, and Game Mode switches over quickly. Input feels immediate enough that I don’t think about it while playing. For RPGs, racing games, shooters, and open-world games, the U7 has been great from the couch.

HDR gaming also looks quite amazing on this screen. Cyberpunk-style city lighting, spell effects, fire, reflections, and bright skies have way more impact than my old TV. The combination of 75", MiniLED, high brightness, and strong contrast is really good for games that mix dark environments with bright effects.

Having proper HDMI 2.1 support also matters if you have more than one device. I don’t like constantly swapping cables, so having the ports ready for consoles and other gear is a big plus.

Apps and daily use

Google TV has been convenient for me. Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, Disney+, Hulu, all the normal apps are there, and I use the built-in interface more than I expected.

The TV wakes quickly enough, apps load well, and casting from my phone has been handy. I still use my console for some media apps, but for casual streaming, the TV itself has been totally fine.

Thoughts - MiniLED vs OLED

I seriously considered OLED before buying this, mostly because everyone online talks about OLED like it’s the automatic answer. And yes, OLED can look great. But for my use case, MiniLED felt like the smarter buy.

Burn-in was the big thing for me. I game, watch sports, leave menus on screen, pause YouTube videos, and sometimes fall asleep with something playing. I didn’t want to spend more money and then have that little voice in my head worrying about static HUDs, scoreboards, app menus, or news tickers.

Price was the other part. Once you go 75", OLED pricing gets painful fast. I didn’t want to drop way more money just to end up with a smaller screen or baby the TV every time I used it.

Bright-room use also pushed me toward MiniLED. My living room gets used during the day, not just at night with all the lights off. The U7’s brightness and anti-glare handling are a big reason it works well as an everyday TV, not just a movie-night-only display.

For me, MiniLED hit the better balance: big size, strong HDR, great gaming, no burn-in stress, and a much easier price to justify.

Overall

After two months, I’m really happy with the 75" U7. It feels like a huge upgrade for movies, streaming, sports, and gaming, and I don’t feel like I had to overspend just to get a big, high-performance TV.

Small note: it is still a 75" TV, so get another person to help with assembly or mounting. I managed part of it myself and immediately regretted that decision. Once it’s in place though, no complaints from me.

I recently bought the 75" Hisense U7 MiniLED, so I figured I’d write up some thoughts after living with it for a couple of weeks.

I never really paid much attention to Hisense before this. I usually stuck with Sony, Samsung, or LG just because those were the names I was used to seeing. This time I wanted a bigger screen without spending OLED money, and the U7 kept coming up whenever I searched for 75" MiniLED options around this price range.

Packaging

Packaging was solid. Nothing fancy, but everything felt protected and well packed. The TV arrived without any panel issues, scuffs, or weird marks, which was honestly my main concern with something this big.

The stand is a single center-style base and feels very stable once everything is assembled. I like center stands better than the wide feet design since you don’t need a massive console just to fit the TV.

Price

I paid around $1400 for the 75" U7. That felt pretty fair for the size and specs, especially with MiniLED, 165Hz, strong HDR brightness, and gaming features included.

That said, I’d expect Prime Day or Black Friday pricing to be even better. TVs always seem to get weirdly aggressive discounts around those sales, so anyone not in a rush could probably save a decent amount by waiting.

Size

I’m sitting roughly 10 to 11 feet away, and 75" feels right for my living room. I was debating 65" at first, but after using the 75", I’m glad I went bigger.

For movies, sports, and gaming, the extra size changes the whole feel of the room. A 65" would’ve been fine, but the 75" gives more of that home theater vibe without feeling ridiculous. For open-world games and wide movie shots, the bigger screen really pays off.

Picture

This is the part that surprised me most.

The U7 gets seriously bright, with peak brightness up to 3000 nits, and HDR content has a lot of punch. Bright highlights in movies, reflections, explosions, sunlight, neon signs, all that stuff has real impact instead of looking flat.

The MiniLED local dimming also helps darker scenes a lot. I watched a few Dolby Vision movies and some darker crime/drama shows, and shadow detail stayed pretty good without everything turning into a gray mess. The overall contrast is strong enough that night scenes actually look rich, not washed out.

Colors are also more natural than I expected. They pop, but not in that weird overcooked showroom way. Skin tones, sports fields, city lights, animated movies, all looked pretty good right away.

Upscaling has been better than I thought too. Most of my viewing is streaming, YouTube, sports, and older shows mixed in, not just perfect 4K demo content. Lower-res stuff still holds up well enough from the couch.

Gaming

Gaming is probably my favorite part of this TV.

The 165Hz refresh rate is one of those specs I didn’t think I’d care about much, but now I get it. Fast camera movement feels responsive, and action scenes don’t fall apart when there’s a lot happening on screen.

I’ve been using it with my console and PC, and Game Mode switches over quickly. Input feels immediate enough that I don’t think about it while playing. For RPGs, racing games, shooters, and open-world games, the U7 has been great from the couch.

HDR gaming also looks quite amazing on this screen. Cyberpunk-style city lighting, spell effects, fire, reflections, and bright skies have way more impact than my old TV. The combination of 75", MiniLED, high brightness, and strong contrast is really good for games that mix dark environments with bright effects.

Having proper HDMI 2.1 support also matters if you have more than one device. I don’t like constantly swapping cables, so having the ports ready for consoles and other gear is a big plus.

Apps and daily use

Google TV has been convenient for me. Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, Disney+, Hulu, all the normal apps are there, and I use the built-in interface more than I expected.

The TV wakes quickly enough, apps load well, and casting from my phone has been handy. I still use my console for some media apps, but for casual streaming, the TV itself has been totally fine.

Thoughts - MiniLED vs OLED

I seriously considered OLED before buying this, mostly because everyone online talks about OLED like it’s the automatic answer. And yes, OLED can look great. But for my use case, MiniLED felt like the smarter buy.

Burn-in was the big thing for me. I game, watch sports, leave menus on screen, pause YouTube videos, and sometimes fall asleep with something playing. I didn’t want to spend more money and then have that little voice in my head worrying about static HUDs, scoreboards, app menus, or news tickers.

Price was the other part. Once you go 75", OLED pricing gets painful fast. I didn’t want to drop way more money just to end up with a smaller screen or baby the TV every time I used it.

Bright-room use also pushed me toward MiniLED. My living room gets used during the day, not just at night with all the lights off. The U7’s brightness and anti-glare handling are a big reason it works well as an everyday TV, not just a movie-night-only display.

For me, MiniLED hit the better balance: big size, strong HDR, great gaming, no burn-in stress, and a much easier price to justify.

Overall

After two months, I’m really happy with the 75" U7. It feels like a huge upgrade for movies, streaming, sports, and gaming, and I don’t feel like I had to overspend just to get a big, high-performance TV.

Small note: it is still a 75" TV, so get another person to help with assembly or mounting. I managed part of it myself and immediately regretted that decision. Once it’s in place though, no complaints from me.

I've been saving up for a new gaming TV and was 100% set on getting an OLED, specifically the Samsung S95D. The perfect blacks and infinite contrast are super tempting for games like Cyberpunk and horror titles.

However, I recently stumbled upon the Hisense UR9 and its RGB Mini-LED tech. It sits firmly in the top tier for color performance among all high-end flagship models and offers much more natural, vibrant colors without the risk of burn-in.

For those who might have seen comparisons or know the tech: Is the color performance on the UR9 actually a noticeable step up from the QD-OLED panel in the S95D? I'm worried about the "blooming" effect on the Hisense, but the promise of higher brightness and zero burn-in anxiety is appealing.

Is the S95D's contrast king, or does the UR9's color volume make it the better choice for a bright living room setup? Thanks for the help!