5 Smart TVs Compatible With Hulu Live (With Pictures)

LG markets this the CX series as an entry-level smart TV, but the way it performs feels far more premium. In fact, it beats out higher-end smart TVs with its price point and performance. 

Here’s what you can expect from the CX series.

• The CX uses the webOS platform, the smart TV operating system of LG.
• It comes with an OLED display, which helps you get consistent image quality almost every time.
• The CX also has wide angles, which lets you enjoy watching your favorite programs wherever you decide to sit in the room.
• The CX can handle all kinds of lighting. It can get bright enough to reduce glare and reflections, and if you like watching at night, the CX can turn off single pixels for perfect blacks.
• Should Hulu integrate more HDR content, the CX is ready for that, as it has a wide color gamut, can remove judder, and has a quick response time.

While the OLED screen is one of the CX’s key features, unfortunately, it is also the weakest aspect of the TV. Like other displays that use OLED, the CX is prone to burn-in. This problem can be avoided as long as you don’t leave a static image on the TV for long. 

Another weakness of the CX is that colors do not pop as much in HDR. 

The LG CX comes in 48, 55, 65, and 77-inch models. 

2. The Budget Pick: Hisense H9G 

If you want a straightforward smart TV that won’t cost an arm and a leg, take a look at the Hisense H9G.

The H9G is an affordable Android smart TV that has decent features. It’s perfect for those who are getting their first smart TV or want an extra TV in the house. The 55-inch screen usually is priced at around $700. 

• It features excellent contrast ratio and black uniformity, which makes watching content on platforms like Hulu Live pleasurable at night. If you use the H9G in a bright room or during the daytime, this smart TV can handle glare and those annoying reflections.
• If you want HDR content, the H9G delivers quality images. Highlights pop, as the color gamut is wide.

Since the H9G is on the budget side of things, expect some weaknesses.

One of which is its viewing angles. Watching at an angle results in a washout of images. 

If you are into gaming, the H9G lacks variable refresh rate support and does not display 120 Hz signals very well, which means it’s not ideal for video game use.

The H9G comes in 55 and 65-models.

3. Samsung Q80T

If you don’t want the risk of burn-in that comes with an OLED, then consider getting the Samsung Q80T, which was a strong contender for the top pick.

The Q80T assures you of quality images all the time.

• It has a VA panel that can render deep blacks and a full-array local dimming to enhance the imagery. That makes the smart TV ideal for night- time watching.
• The Q80T has no problems in bright rooms or for daytime use. Glare and reflections are managed well.
• The color accuracy on the Q80T is exceptional.
• HDR content is also top tier, thanks to its wide color gamut that helps emphasize highlights.
• The Q80T also has wide viewing angles, which is ideal for those who tend to move around while watching TV.

Now, not everything is perfect, and the Q80T is no exception.  This smart TV can have some uniformity issues, which is not that noticeable. But if you have an eye for detail, especially with video devices like smart TV, then you may notice it. 

The Samsung Q80T comes in 49, 55, 65, 75, and 85-inch models. 

4. Sony A8H

Sony is not to be left behind in its ability to support Hulu Live. Its A8H smart TV sports the Android TV platform, which is compatible with Hulu.

• The A8H uses an OLED display and can render perfect blacks for late-night watching. It does not have a backlight, which may cause unnecessary brightness on the screen and can be a nuisance.
• The A8H can convert 24 fps content to 30 or 60 fps without issues but may sometimes stutter at lower frame rates.
• The A8H can manage reflections well.
• This smart TV comes with great wide viewing angles.
• The A8H can upscale to 4k without any problems, although it still works best in converting 1080p to 4k.
• The A8H also performs well in HDR content. It has a wide color gamut that lets highlights pop without an excessive glowing effect.

Its weakness is its OLED panel, like other smart TVs that use it. The risk of burn-in is there, but as long as you watch a variety of content, it won’t be a problem. 

The A8H comes in 55 and 65-inch variants, which makes it great for medium-sized rooms or dwellings. 

Beware, though, of the most common HULU streaming problems.

5. TCL 6 Series 2020 

The TCL 6 Series is another viable option if you want access to Hulu Live. The TCL 6 is one of the latest smart TVs from the brand. 

It uses the Roku platform, which is compatible with Hulu live. 

The TCL 6 uses a QLED panel that enables a wide color gamut when watching HDR content. It can provide highlights to make images more vivid. It also features full-array local dimming, but its performance can be sub-par, as colors tend to glow a bit too much. 

Bright rooms and glare are not an issue with the TCL 6. It also has a near-instant response time, with little motion blur. 

Its weakness is its viewing angles, which are quite narrow, and sometimes it has that dirty screen effect that can be annoying at times. 

The TCL 6 series comes in 55, 65, and 75-inch models. 

How Much Should You Spend on a Smart TV that is Compatible with Hulu Live? 

If you want a high performing 65-inch smart TV, you should be prepared to spend around $2,500.

But if you are looking for a smaller screen, our budget pick usually retails around $700 for the 55-inch model. 

Final Thoughts 

If you are looking for a smart TV that works well with Hulu, your choices are vast!

Although you should be aware that Hulu Live is only available on smart TV platforms that use Android, Apple, Roku, Fire TV, LG, and Samsung. 

Should you go for a Samsung, note that Hulu Live is only available on Samsung smart TVs released in 2016 or later. 

With that in mind, there are still plenty of options available.

 

Sources:

Rtings.com

Hulu.com

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