by Ever stared at the screen during an F1 race through Shanghai’s S-curves and struggled to identify which McLaren is which? Hisense just read all our minds with their 2025 ULED lineup, and honestly, I’m obsessed. They’ve just dropped their new U6, U7, U8, and U9 series with the headline feature of HUGE 100+ inch options across multiple price points. This basically transforms your living room into a mini Shanghai International Circuit viewing station. For someone who wakes up at ungodly hours to catch every F1 race live, this announcement feels like it was made specifically for me.
My family thinks I’m crazy for setting alarms for 3 AM on Sundays. They simply don’t grasp the adrenaline rush of watching those first few seconds when the lights go out and twenty cars funnel into that first corner in Shanghai. When I saw the press release for these new Hisense TVs, I immediately sent screenshots to our family group chat with “NEED THIS NOW.” My 55″ CanvasTV has been a reliable companion for my F1 viewing parties. The thought of seeing every detail of the season finale in Australia on a screen bigger than some studio apartments makes me giddy! The ability to clearly read the timing charts at the bottom of the screen while tracking championship points during those final laps in Melbourne would elevate the entire experience.
The whole lineup runs on seriously impressive AI processors with names straight out of an F1 paddock. The fancy U9 features the Hi-View AI Engine X, while the U7 and U8 utilize the Hi-View AI Engine Pro. These aren’t empty marketing terms—they actively work behind the scenes. The TVs automatically adjust contrast, color accuracy, and motion clarity without user intervention. For someone watching races at 3 AM, a self-optimizing TV sounds like pure magic. Every millisecond of a pit stop during those crucial strategy calls in the Australian GP would appear with perfect clarity.
Let’s talk about brightness! The U8 series hits up to 5000 nits of peak brightness. This essentially puts a mini sun in your living room. Such intense brightness ensures visibility of all on-track action even during harsh lighting conditions in Shanghai. Those moments of confusion trying to identify Zhou or Bottas making moves at Turn 14 would become a thing of the past!
Motion handling truly defines these TVs. The entire lineup includes features any racing fan would adore—165Hz refresh rates, VRR, and advanced motion processing. This translates to perfectly clear views of cars navigating Melbourne’s fast chicanes. The U7 series delivers these specs at a sub-$1K price point. The prospect of seeing every overtake along Shanghai’s massive back straight in perfect detail excites me beyond words.
Each series in the lineup possesses a distinct personality. The U9 serves as the premium option, now offering a new 65-inch size alongside the existing 75 and 85-inch models. Perfect for those without mansion-sized viewing rooms! It includes all expected high-end features, notably an Ultra LR panel that eliminates reflections—ideal for early morning Shanghai races when sunlight streams through blinds at precisely the wrong moment.
The U8 occupies the sweet spot—packed with premium features including that incredible 5000 nits brightness, expanded local dimming zones, and Quantum Dot technology. Available up to 100 inches with an integrated 82W Dolby Atmos 4.1.2 sound system. The ability to distinguish between Ferrari and Mercedes engine notes as they thunder down Albert Park’s main straight without external speakers sounds incredible. Clear audio during both quiet team radio moments and roaring engine sequences without constant volume adjustments would transform the viewing experience.
Sports fans should pay special attention to the U7. It combines MiniLED Pro technology with 165Hz refresh rates at an accessible price point. The AGLR-Antiglare low reflection panel ensures visibility during bright Australian GP mornings regardless of ambient light conditions. No more closing every blind in the house for the Melbourne season finale!
The U6 series delivers perhaps the biggest surprise. Despite its “budget” designation, it still incorporates MiniLED technology in sizes up to 100 inches. The switch to Fire TV with Alexa Voice Remote integration enables simple voice commands like “Alexa, show me the championship standings” during nail-biting moments in the Australia finale. It even includes a 144Hz refresh rate with Game Mode Pro. Affordable TVs have certainly evolved beyond their blurry-motion past.
Audio receives substantial attention across all models. Higher-end options feature built-in multi-channel Dolby Atmos systems. The U9 includes a 4.1.2 channel setup (upgrading to 5.1.2 in larger sizes), while the U8 boasts an 82W system. Even the U7 incorporates a solid 60W 2.1.2 multi-channel configuration. This ensures crystal-clear commentary while cars scream around Shanghai’s complex turns. Built-in audio capable of handling an F1 race’s dynamic range without additional equipment simplifies the entire setup process.
Hisense deserves credit for democratizing premium features across price points. MiniLED technology—utilizing thousands of tiny LED zones for precise brightness control—now comes standard across the entire range. This technology lived exclusively in high-end products just two years ago. Its inclusion in every model, including the entry-level U6, feels revolutionary. The equivalent of general admission ticket holders suddenly receiving Ferrari Club access at the Australian GP!
The 2025 ULED lineup arrives in stores later this year. Hisense currently withholds exact pricing and availability details. If these TVs deliver on their promises, those 3 AM qualifying sessions in Shanghai and season-deciding laps in Melbourne will become vastly more engaging experiences.
Most TV upgrades feel incremental at best. Hisense takes a bolder approach with this lineup. They embrace the “bigger is better” philosophy while ensuring these massive screens possess enough intelligence to handle motorsport’s speed and intensity.
The practical question involves rearrangement of the living room to accommodate these behemoths. But honestly, the prospect of a 100-inch screen displaying every detail of a championship-deciding pit stop in Australia makes floor-sitting a worthwhile compromise. My dad might finally stop struggling to identify different teams during those critical final races. My F1 viewing parties stand poised for a serious upgrade!