Hisense 43E6S 4K Google TV, Dolby Atmos, ₹26,488

Want Google TV, Dolby Atmos and a satellite tuner in a 43-inch 4K TV? The Hisense E6S Series 43-inch 4K Google TV (model 43E6S) was ₹26,488 when we checked (MRP ₹44,999), with 4.0★ from 924 ratings. It ranks #10 in our Best Smart TVs Under ₹30,000 list with an overall score of 7.1/10.

WHO IT'S FOR

Families who want Google TV with the Play Store, karaoke nights (there is a Karaoke Mode), Free Dish users who want a built-in satellite tuner, and anyone who wants Hisense's Atmos sound without VIDAA.

PICTURE QUALITY

A regular LED panel (Hisense calls it a "Super Bright Panel") with AI PQ, noise reduction, a 5000:1 dynamic contrast ratio and eight picture modes including Filmmaker and Low Blue. Not QLED. Score: 6.5/10.

RESOLUTION AND HDR

4K Ultra HD (3840 × 2160). The bullets list Dolby Vision and HDR10, but the spec table lists only HDR10, so we treat Dolby Vision as unconfirmed. Score: 8.5/10.

BRIGHTNESS

Listed at 350 nits, slightly brighter than the 300-nit QLEDs in this list. Score: 6.5/10.

REFRESH RATE AND GAMING

A 60Hz panel with AI Smooth Motion (MEMC), a Game picture mode and an 8ms response time. No VRR or ALLM listed. Score: 7.0/10.

PROCESSOR AND SMOOTHNESS

Hisense does not publish the RAM or chipset; storage is 8GB. That is the weakest published memory spec in our list, so expect fewer apps before storage fills up. Score: 5.5/10.

SMART OS AND APPS

Google TV with the Play Store, built-in Chromecast, Google Assistant voice control, screen sharing and Google Meet support. Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, JioHotstar, SonyLIV, Zee5, Sun NXT and Apple TV are listed. Score: 9.0/10.

SOUND OUTPUT

30W with Dolby Atmos and five sound modes (Standard, Music, Cinema, News, Personal). Score: 8.0/10.

PORTS AND CONNECTIVITY

3 HDMI 2.0 (one with eARC), 1 USB 2.0 + 1 USB 3.0, optical out, headphone jack, Ethernet, AV in, an RF tuner, a satellite tuner, dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0. One of the best port lists here. Score: 8.5/10.

DESIGN AND BUILD

95.7 × 56.7 × 8.7cm, 6.4kg, 108W and 165 kWh a year listed. Two table stands come in the box. Score: 7.0/10.

WARRANTY AND SERVICE

1 year comprehensive from Hisense. Score: 6.5/10.

TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS

Use the satellite tuner for DD Free Dish channels without a set-top box. Keep storage free by installing only the apps you use. Use the eARC HDMI for a soundbar.

WHAT'S IN THE BOX

• •The TV, remote, two table stands, two AAA batteries, warranty card and manual (Amazon listing).

HOW IT COMPARES AT THIS PRICE

The Xiaomi X 43 Google TV (₹24,999) is cheaper with confirmed 2GB RAM and a 2-year warranty, but no satellite tuner. The Hisense 43E75Q (₹28,490) costs ₹2,002 more for QLED, 48W sound and gaming features, but runs VIDAA instead of Google TV. The Onida 43UFD (₹23,999) is cheaper and better rated, with Fire TV.

VALUE FOR MONEY

Good ports and sound, but you can get more memory and a longer warranty for less. Score: 5.5/10.

VERDICT

The Hisense 43E6S is a solid Google TV pick if you want a satellite tuner and Dolby Atmos. Buy it for a family room with Free Dish. Skip it if you want the best value; the Xiaomi X 43 and Onida 43UFD cost less.

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