I tested Hisense's flagship QLED TV and didn't miss my OLED set (especially when it's $700 off)

The Hisense U8QG stands out as a top performer in the budget and midrange TV category, delivering premium features at a lower price. Here's what makes it a smart buy.

• The Hisense U8QG is available from 55-inch to 100-inch, with most models currently on sale.
• It offers arresting HDR picture quality and brightness.
• However, this set lacks some premium features like four HDMI ports and an ultra-thin frame.

The Hisense U8QG is one step down from the company's flagship TV, (the U9QG), and it's currently on sale for about $1,500 at major retailers (normally $2,200).

If you're up to speed on modern TV tech, then you might know the difference between OLED and QLED, and perhaps how Mini-LED fits into the ecosystem of television research and development. You might've even heard of QD-OLED and Micro-LED as envelope-pushing technologies that will forever change our ...