Hisense S7 Canvas 65S7N 64.5"

The Hisense S7 Canvas 65S7N is the best Samsung Frame alternative we've tested, offering a gorgeous matte screen for artwork, solid 4K QLED picture, and impressive 144Hz gaming chops. At around $700 to $900 from reputable vendors, it's a serious bargain. Just be ready for its heft and know that black levels won't match an OLED.

If you've been eyeing Samsung's The Frame but balked at the price, the Hisense S7 Canvas 65S7N is the alternative that suddenly makes the whole 'art TV' concept feel a lot more accessible. It's a 65-inch 4K QLED with a dedicated Art Mode, magnetic swappable frames, and a unique Hi-Matte display that cuts down on glare so your digital art actually looks like a painting, not a glossy screen. At its core, this is a Google TV with all the streaming smarts you'd expect, plus some surprisingly serious gaming chops thanks to a 144Hz panel and AMD FreeSync Premium. Our database scores it exceptionally high for smart features and gaming, and user sentiment backs that up with an 88 out of 100. Is it perfect? No, but for someone who wants a TV that blends into their living space and still handles movie night and gaming sessions, it's a compelling package.

We've seen a huge swing in pricing depending on the vendor, from as low as $558 all the way up to a ridiculous $30,599. The sweet spot seems to be around $700 to $900 at reputable electronics stores like Best Buy or Newegg, which puts it several hundred dollars below the equivalent Samsung Frame. You're getting Quantum Dot color, Dolby Vision, and that slick wall mount included in the box, so it's a complete solution right out of the gate. And while it's heavy at around 63 pounds, the two-part mounting system makes installing it flush to the wall a manageable two-person job.

For everyday TV watching, the picture quality is solid if not groundbreaking. The Edge LED backlight means blacks aren't as inky as an OLED, which is something cinephiles will notice. But in a bright living room or a space where you're primarily using it for art display and casual streaming, the anti-glare coating and vibrant QLED colors really shine. The built-in 2.0.2 channel 36W audio is decent for dialogue and background music, though you'll likely want a soundbar for movies. All in all, it's a well-rounded package that leans into its strengths as a decor-friendly centerpiece.

In our testing pool, the 65S7N lands in the top tier for smart and gaming performance. The Google TV interface is snappy to navigate, and the integration of Google Assistant, Alexa, and Apple AirPlay means it plays nice with pretty much every smart home setup. Motion Rate 480 and the 144Hz refresh rate deliver noticeably smooth motion for fast-paced content, and Auto Low Latency Mode kicks in automatically when you fire up a console or PC. For gaming, it's a standout, ranking in the 92nd percentile among all TVs we track. That means less screen tearing and input lag when you're in the middle of an online match, and the new Game Bar lets you tweak settings without digging through menus.

Pure picture quality is where the S7 takes a step back relative to premium sets. At the 36th percentile, it's not going to wow you with deep shadow detail or perfect uniformity. That's the trade-off: the Edge LED backlight and the anti-glare coating keep the TV slim and matte enough for art mode, but they sacrifice some contrast. HDR performance is better, landing in the 76th percentile thanks to support for Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and HLG, so supported content still pops with good brightness and color accuracy. Audio is about average for a flat panel; the 2.0.2 surround setup provides a wider soundstage than basic stereo, but at 36W total it's not room-shaking. It'll get the job done for casual use, but a dedicated soundbar is a worthwhile upgrade.

Pricing on the 65S7N is all over the map, so you'll want to shop carefully. At the time of writing, prices ranged from an unbelievable $558 on some marketplace listings up to a laughable $30,599 from a seller we assume is just showing off. The realistic and reliable price from authorized retailers like Best Buy and Newegg tends to fall between $700 and $900, which is outstanding for a 65-inch QLED with this feature set. For context, a comparable Samsung Frame of the same size usually runs at least $1,500. You're giving up some picture refinement and the motion-activated art mode, but if those aren't dealbreakers, the Hisense delivers a truly similar experience for nearly half the cost. Add the included teak frame and ultra-slim mount, and it's one of the best value propositions in the niche art TV category right now.

The elephant in the room is Samsung's The Frame. The Hisense CanvasTV takes direct aim at it, and in many ways it nails the shot. Both have a matte anti-glare screen, interchangeable magnetic frames, and an art mode that displays paintings or your own photos. But the Hisense undercuts Samsung on price dramatically. Where Samsung wins is in picture processing and the seamless automatic art sensor that turns the TV on when you enter the room; the 65S7N lacks that entirely. Samsung also offers a wider range of frame styles and sizes, so if you need a 55 or 75-inch model, Hisense is a one-trick pony at 65 inches.

Outside the art TV bubble, you could consider the LG C5 OLED, which will blow the Hisense out of the water for contrast and movie watching, but it's not designed to hang flush on a wall and look like a painting. It's a traditional TV that just happens to be beautiful when off. The TCL QM8K offers superior brightness and gaming performance for around the same money, but again, no art mode and no aesthetic mounting solution. If your priority is blending the TV into your decor without spending a fortune, the Hisense makes more sense than any of these alternatives. For pure picture snobs, though, an OLED is the better pick.

If deep, inky blacks and top-tier HDR pop are non-negotiable, you'll want to look at an OLED like the LG C5 instead. The Edge LED backlight on the CanvasTV simply can't match that level of contrast. Also, if wall weight is a concern or you're installing it in a spot without sturdy support, the 63-pound bulk is a legitimate issue. And if you need the TV to automatically switch into art mode when you enter the room, the Hisense won't do that—Samsung's The Frame has that feature. Finally, if you want a size other than 65 inches, you're out of luck here; Hisense hasn't expanded the lineup yet, so a 55-inch or 75-inch art TV would force you to other brands.

The Hisense 65S7N CanvasTV is the art TV we'd recommend to anyone who loves the idea of a decor-friendly screen but can't stomach Samsung's premium. It gets the core experience right: a flush wall mount, a convincing matte display that kills glare, and an easy way to cycle through artwork or personal photos. The Google TV interface is a joy to use, and the gaming support at this price is genuinely surprising. The downsides are real—no auto-on sensor, limited frame choices, and merely okay pure picture quality—but they don't overshadow the overall package as long as you know what you're signing up for.

This TV makes the most sense in a bright living room, bedroom, or hallway where you want a screen that disappears when it's not in use. It's not a home theater centerpiece for the dark-room crowd.