Best For
Best for Home Theater
TCL 98Q7C-UK
Best for Gaming
Hisense 100U7Q
Better Sound Quality
TCL 98Q7C-UK
Best Smart TV Experience
TCL 98Q7C-UK
Best Value
Hisense 100U7Q
The TCL 98Q7C-UK and Hisense 100U7Q target buyers looking for a premium large-screen home entertainment experience, but they take different approaches. TCL focuses heavily on picture quality with a QD-Mini LED panel, up to 3000 nits HDR brightness, 2048 local dimming zones, Bang & Olufsen audio, and Google TV. The Hisense 100U7Q counters with a slightly larger 100-inch screen, faster 165Hz gaming support, a generous 3-year warranty, and strong gaming-focused features. For most users seeking the best cinematic performance, TCL has the stronger specification sheet, while Hisense appeals to gamers and value-conscious buyers.
Verdict
The TCL 98Q7C-UK is the better overall TV thanks to its significantly higher brightness, advanced Mini LED implementation, superior audio system, wider color coverage, and richer smart TV ecosystem through Google TV. It is the stronger choice for home theater enthusiasts and premium buyers.
The Hisense 100U7Q remains an attractive alternative for gamers who want 165Hz gameplay, a slightly larger display, and a longer warranty period at a potentially more competitive price.
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| Model No |
98Q7C-UK |
100U7Q |
| TV Type |
Smart TV |
Smart TV |
| Screen Size |
98 Inch (249 cm) |
100 Inch (254 cm) |
| Resolution |
4K 3840 x 2160 |
4K 3840 x 2160 |
| Aspect Ratio |
16:9 |
16:9 |
| Motion Rate |
144 Hz |
165 Hz |
| Viewing Angle |
178°/178° |
178°/178° |
| USB |
| USB Version |
: 3.0, 2.0 |
| Supported Audio Formats |
: PCM, MPEG1/2/4, AAC, & WMA |
| Supported Video Formats |
: MP4, MKV, AVI, MOV & H.264, H.265 ( HEVC ), VP9 |
| Supported Picture Formats |
: HEIF, JPG, PNG, BMP |
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| USB Version |
: 3.0, 2.0 |
| Supported Audio Formats |
: WMA, FLAC, MP3, WAV |
| Supported Video Formats |
: AVI, MP4, MKV, TS, FLV, WMV, MOV, WEBM |
| Supported Picture Formats |
: JPEG, BMP, PNG, GIF |
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| Video |
| Backlight |
: 4K UHD QLED QD-Mini LED |
| HDR |
: Yes |
| HLG |
: Yes |
| MEMC |
: Yes |
| HDR10 |
: Yes |
| Ai HDR |
: Yes |
| HDR 10+ |
: Yes |
| Ai Scene |
: Yes |
| Ai Motion |
: Yes |
| Ai Clarity |
: Yes |
| Ai Colour |
: Yes |
| Ai Contrast |
: Yes |
| HVA Screen |
: Yes |
| Dolby Vision |
: Yes |
| Micro Dimming |
: Yes |
| Dolby Vision IQ |
: Yes |
| Multiple Eye Care |
: Yes |
| Ultra-High Contrast |
: Yes |
| Quantum Dot Color |
: Yes |
| Ultra-Long Lifespan |
: Yes |
| Ultra-low Reflectivity |
: Yes |
| CrystGlow HVA Panel |
: Yes |
| HVA Panel Technology |
: Yes |
| Ultra-High Colour Gamut |
: Yes |
| 5x Contrast Enhancement |
: Yes |
| Colourful Quantum Crystal |
: Yes |
| CSOT HVA Panel Technology |
: Yes |
| Dynamic Colour Enhancement |
: Yes |
| Powerful Light-Emitting Chip |
: Yes |
| Super Condensed Micro Lens |
: Yes |
| Dynamic Lighting Bionic Algorithm |
: Yes |
| Certified By TÜV For Low Blue Light |
: Yes |
| Bionic Colour Optimization Technology |
: Yes |
| Ultra-Wide Colour Gamut |
: 97% DCI-P3 |
| Brightness |
: HDR 3000 Nits |
| Dynamic Contrast |
: Mega Contrast |
| Picture Engine |
: AiPQ Pro Processor |
| System Brightness |
: HDR High Brightness |
| Refresh Rate |
: 100 / 120 / 144Hz / 288Hz FHD |
| Local Dimming |
: Precise Dimming Series Up To 2048 Zones |
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| Backlight |
: 4K UHD ULED MINI-LED |
| HLG |
: Yes |
| HDR |
: Yes |
| MEMC |
: Yes |
| HDR10 |
: Yes |
| HDR10+ |
: Yes |
| AI Picture |
: Yes |
| Dolby Vision |
: Yes |
| 4K Upscaling |
: Yes |
| AI 4K Upscaler |
: Yes |
| Filmmaker Mode |
: Yes |
| Backlight Control |
: Yes |
| Wide Color Gamut |
: Yes |
| Quantum Dot Colour |
: Yes |
| HEVC ( H.265 ) Decoder |
: Yes |
| Dynamic Backlight Control |
: Yes |
| Response Time |
: 6 ms |
| Mooth Motion Rate |
: 240Hz |
| Native Contrast Ratio |
: 5000: 1 |
| Colour Depth |
: 8Bit+FRC |
| Picture Engine |
: Hi View AI Engine Pro |
| Typical Brightness Of White |
: 450 Nit ( Peaking 1000 Nits ) |
| Picture Mode |
: Standard, Enhanced ( ACR ), Filmmaker, Cinema, Engergy Saving, Dynamic, Sports |
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| Audio |
| Sound Output Power ( RMS ) |
: 60 W |
| Dolby Atmos |
: Yes |
| IMAX Enhanced |
: Yes |
| Built-In Subwoofer |
: Yes |
| Audio By Bang & Olufsen |
: Yes |
| DTS Premuim Sound |
: DTS-X |
| Sound Channel |
: 6.2.2 Bang & Olufsen Sound System |
| Audio Decoders |
: DTS Virtual:X, Dolby AC4, Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD |
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| Sound Output ( RMS ) |
: 2 X 15 W + 20 W |
| Dolby Digital |
: Yes |
| Lip-Sync Adjustment |
: Yes |
| Audio Enhancement |
: Dolby ATMOS |
| Sound Mode |
: Standard, Enhanced ( ACR ), Theatre, Music, Speech, Late Night, Sports |
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| Connectivity Options |
| HDMI ( 2.1 ) |
: 4 |
| USB ( 3.0 + 2.0 ) |
: 2 ( USB 3.0 X 1, USB 2.0 X 1 ) |
| WiFi 6 |
: Yes |
| Miracast |
: Yes |
| HDMI CEC |
: Yes |
| Ethernet / LAN |
: Yes |
| Bluetooth SBC 5.4 |
: Yes |
| Enhanced Audio Return Channel |
: Yes |
| Digital Audio Output |
: Optical |
| HDMI2. 1 ( ARC & eARC ) |
: HDMI1 eARC |
| WiFi Sharing |
: Chromecast & T-Cast |
| Wifi Technology |
: 802.11g,Wi-Fi 5 ( 802.11n ),Wi-Fi 6 ( 802.11ac ) |
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| HDMI ( 2.1 ) |
: 4 |
| USB ( 3.0 + 2.0 ) |
: 2 ( USB3.0 X 1, USB2.0 X 1 ) |
| RF Input |
: 1 |
| AV Input 1 |
: Yes |
| Bluetooth 5.0 |
: Yes |
| Earphone Jack |
: Yes |
| Ethernet / LAN |
: Yes |
| CEC - Via HDMI |
: Yes |
| DLNA Compliance |
: Yes |
| Optical Digital Audio Output ( SPDIF ) |
: Yes |
| HDMI Type 4K@60Hz With HDCP Version 2.2 |
: Yes |
| Wi-Fi Bands |
: 2.4, 5.0 |
| Enhanced Audio Return Channel ( eARC ) |
: HDMI 3 |
| Wi-Fi Protocols IEEE 802.11 |
: a, b, g, n, ac |
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| Smart TV Features |
| Operating System |
: Google TV |
| Netflix |
: Yes |
| YouTube |
: Yes |
| AppleTV+ |
: Yes |
| Video Chat |
: Yes |
| Art Gallary |
: Yes |
| Prime Video |
: Yes |
| HbbTV 2.0.3 |
: Yes |
| HDR Streaming |
: Yes |
| Works With Siri |
: Yes |
| Google Play Store |
: Yes |
| Smartphone Control |
: Yes |
| Google Assistant Built-In |
: Yes |
| Hands-Free Google Assistant |
: Yes |
| Screen Mirroring |
: Miracast & Google Cast ( Chromecast ) + Airplay 2 |
| Video Apps |
: Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Netflix, YouTube & More.............. |
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| Operating System |
: VIDAA Smart TV |
| Netflix |
: Yes |
| Airplay |
: Yes |
| YouTube |
: Yes |
| App Store |
: Yes |
| Prime Video |
: Yes |
| Voice Control |
: Yes |
| Hands Free Voice Control |
: Yes |
| Freeview Plus - HbbTV 2.0 |
: Yes |
| Web Browser |
: Odin |
| Screen Mirroring |
: Anyview Cast |
| Installed Applications |
: Netflix, Youtube, Prime Video…… |
| Bvod Services |
: Iview, SBS on Demand, 9Now, Tenplay |
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| Other Features |
| Design |
: Ultra Slim Design |
| Main Color |
: Black |
| Sleep Timer |
: Yes |
| Quick Settings |
: Yes |
| Auto Channel Search |
: Yes |
| Warranty |
: 2-Year Warranty |
| Digital Signal Format System |
: DVB-C,DVB-S2,DVB-T2 |
| EPG |
: Yes ( For DTV Programme Only ) |
| Analog Signal Format System |
: NTSC,PAL,PAL BG,PAL DK,PAL I,PAL L,SECAM,SECAM B/G,SECAM D/K,SECAM L |
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| Design |
: Bezel-Less Design |
| Time Shift |
: Yes |
| Sleep Timer |
: Yes |
| On, Off Timer |
: Yes |
| Program Lock |
: Yes |
| Inputs Access |
: Yes |
| AI Light Sensor |
: Yes |
| Keyboard Lock |
: Yes |
| Power On Volume |
: Yes |
| Power Off If No Signal |
: Yes |
| Maximum Volume Lock |
: Yes |
| OSD Transparency Control |
: Yes |
| Power On Source Selection |
: Yes |
| Power On RF Channel Selection |
: Yes |
| Sub-Menu Lock, Including Tuning Lock |
: Yes |
| Clone Function For Programs, Sound And Image Settings |
: Yes |
| MPEG4 ( H.264 ), H.265 Decoder |
: Yes, Yes |
| DTV Recording ( EPG Scheduling, Start From Standby ) |
: Yes, Yes |
| Power On Mode ( On, Standby, Last ) |
: Yes, Yes, Yes |
| HDR For Luminance ( DMP, Netflix, HDMI ) |
: Yes, Yes, Yes |
| Warranty |
: 36 Month Warranty |
| Zoom Function Settings |
: Auto, 16:9, 4:3,21:9, Movie Zoom, Dot To Dot |
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| General Details |
| Power Supply |
: AC 100 - 240V, 50 Hz, 60 Hz |
| On Mode Power Demand In HDR |
: 500 W |
| On Mode Power Demand In SDR |
: 155 W |
| Power Consumption Standby |
: 0.5 W |
| Energy Efficiency ClassFor HDR |
: G |
| Energy Efficiency Class For SDR |
: E |
| Weight Without Stand |
: 54.60 Kg |
| Weight With Stand |
: 55.50 Kg |
| Weight With Packaging |
: 75.00 Kg |
| VESA Wall Mount Compatible |
: 600 mm X 500 mm |
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| Power Supply |
: AC 100~240V, 50Hz / 60Hz |
| Power Consumption Standby |
: < 0.5 W |
| Weight Without Stand |
: 62 Kg |
| Weight With Stand |
: 63.5 Kg |
| Weight Packaged |
: 81.5 Kg |
| VESA Wall Mount Compatible |
: 800 mm X 400 mm |
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| Supplied Accessories |
| Remote Control |
: Yes |
| Power Card |
: Yes |
| 2N Batteries |
: Yes |
| User Manual |
: Yes |
| Quick Start Guide |
: Yes |
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| Remote Control |
: Yes |
| 2 Stands |
: Yes |
| 4 Screws |
: Yes |
| Power Cord |
: Yes |
| User Manual |
: Yes |
| 2 AAA Batteries |
: Yes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which product is better for gaming?
The Hisense 100U7Q has an advantage for competitive gaming thanks to its 165Hz Game Mode Ultra, VRR support, ALLM, and AMD FreeSync Premium.
Does Product 1 support Dolby Atmos?
Yes, the TCL 98Q7C-UK supports Dolby Atmos and includes a powerful 6.2.2-channel Bang & Olufsen sound system with a built-in subwoofer.
Which TV offers better picture quality?
The TCL 98Q7C-UK delivers better picture quality with up to 3000 nits HDR brightness, Mini LED backlighting, 2048 local dimming zones, and 97% DCI-P3 color coverage.
Which TV has the better smart platform?
The TCL 98Q7C-UK uses Google TV, offering broader app support, Chromecast built-in, Google Assistant, and a more versatile smart TV experience than VIDAA.
Which TV has the longer warranty?
The Hisense 100U7Q includes a 36-month warranty, while the TCL 98Q7C-UK comes with a 2-year warranty.
Is the screen size difference noticeable?
Not significantly. The Hisense offers a 100-inch display while the TCL uses a 98-inch panel, resulting in only a minor difference in viewing area.
Top Differences- Screen Size: 98 Inch (249 cm) Vs 100 Inch (254 cm)
- Refresh Rate: 144 Hz Vs 165 Hz
- Display Technology: 4K UHD QLED QD-Mini LED Vs 4K UHD ULED MINI-LED
- Picture Processor: AiPQ Pro Processor Vs Hi View AI Engine Pro
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