RGB MiniLED is appearing in more premium televisions, but implementations differ. Hisense’s approach uses three independent diodes—red, green and blue—at each point in the backlight. Each is controlled separately, so the colours are produced directly rather than relying on a conversion process.

Some televisions marketed as RGB instead start with blue LEDs, or a combination of blue and green LEDs, and use quantum dots or phosphor to convert the light. Hisense describes its own method as “true RGB.” The company says it took an active role in the Consumer Technology Association’s process for defining RGB LED televisions, announced in March 2026.

Hisense says its system also combines dedicated RGB chips and its Chromagic optical design, intended to spread light evenly and reduce halos around bright objects. Its Hi-View AI Engine RGB processor analyses images and adjusts light and colour by zone in real time. The company is now on its second generation of the technology: its top-end 116UXS adds cyan, while the UR9 and UR8 ranges bring RGB MiniLED to sizes from 55 to 100 inches.

The 55-inch UR8S provides a practical example. Its 4K VA panel has 704 local-dimming zones, a quoted peak brightness of up to 2,500 nits and a refresh rate of up to 180Hz in 4K. The set also has an anti-reflective screen and supports Dolby Vision IQ, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG, IMAX Enhanced and Filmmaker Mode.

In the review described in the source, the screen’s brightness and anti-reflective coating were particularly noticeable in a brightly lit room. A DJ set at sunset showed warm, vivid oranges, while a tennis scene presented a striking blue court. The article also reports coverage of up to 100% of the BT.2020 colour space.

For gaming, the UR8S has four HDMI 2.1 ports, with VRR support up to 4K at 180Hz. Reported input lag is 7ms at 4K and 120Hz, or 12ms at 4K and 60Hz. Its 2K refresh rate can reach 330Hz using HSR.

Audio comes from a 2.1.2-channel system with an integrated subwoofer and 50W of power, with Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and Devialet tuning. The TV runs VIDAA U9.5 and supports services including Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, YouTube, DAZN and SkyShowtime. Connectivity includes Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4 and Apple AirPlay 2.

The UR8S has a charcoal-grey aluminium front and 1mm borders along the sides and top. It measures 52mm thick without its stand and weighs 18.2kg with the stand. Its energy ratings are E for SDR and G for HDR, with listed consumption of 64 kWh per 1,000 hours in SDR and 130 kWh per 1,000 hours in HDR. The television comes with a 36-month warranty.

The source presents the UR8S as a fit for bright rooms, HDR viewing, sport and gaming, while noting that OLED remains an alternative for viewers who prioritise watching films in dark conditions. In Portugal, the 55-inch model is listed from €899 at FNAC.

Sources: Pplware.