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98″ Hisense QD5 QLED 4K UHD Smart Google TV (2025 Model, 98QD5QG) on sale for
$999.99. Select free store pickup where stock permits.
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Specs:
- Display: 98" QLED, 4K (2160p), Direct-Lit
- HDR Support: Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG
- Refresh Rate: 144Hz (with Motion Rate 480 + FreeSync Premium)
- Smart Platform: Google TV (with Google Assistant built-in)
- Connectivity: 4× HDMI 2.1, eARC, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.3
- Audio: 2.1 channel, 50W speakers, Dolby Atmos + DTS Virtual:X
- Works With: Amazon Alexa, Apple Home, Chromecast/AirPlay
- Model Year: 2025
- Ports:
- 2x HDMI (4K @ 60 Hz)
- 2x HDMI (4K @ 144 Hz)
- 2x USB-A (Flash Drive)
- Ethernet
- Digital Audio Out
- Ant
- AV Input
- Headphones
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Panel Type
LCD
Sub-Type
IPS
Native Refresh Rate
144Hz
Screen Finish
Matte
Dolby Vision
Yes
The Hisense 98QD5QG is an entry-level model released in 2025. It's one of the cheapest TVs available in this size range, but it's a very basic 4k TV with an LCD panel and no local dimming. However, it does have modern gaming features like two HDMI 2.1 ports, 4k @ 144Hz, and VRR. It utilizes Google TV as its smart OS, which has a ton of available apps, and gives you smart features like voice control and the ability to cast content from your phone using AirPlay or Chromecast. We bought and tested the 98-inch model, which is the only size available.
Our Verdict for
Mixed Usage
The Hisense 98QD5QG is sub-par for mixed usage. The TV is just bright enough to handle glare in a moderately lit room, especially when combined with its matte screen coating. Unfortunately, it looks quite bad in a dark home theater due to its awful contrast and poor HDR brightness. The TV has modern gaming features, but its gaming performance is really held back by very blurry motion. That motion blur also affects the clarity of fast-paced sports. Fortunately, it does have a wide viewing angle, so it's alright for a wide seating arrangement.
Pros
-Great handling of direct reflections.
-Wide viewing angle.
Cons
-Awful contrast and poor black uniformity makes the image look washed out.
-Too dim in SDR to handle glare in a bright room.
-Too dim in HDR for an impactful experience.
Go to link for reviews of it in specific situations, i.e.:
Bright Room
Sports
Gaming
Brightness
Black Level
Color
Processing (In Development)
Game Mode Responsiveness
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