Hisense 40A4Q 40"

Name: Hisense 40A4Q 40"
Brand: Hisense
SKU: 8259

Manufacturer: Hisense

The Hisense 40A4Q is a 40-inch LED-backlit LCD television offering Full HD resolution at 1920 x 1080 pixels, making it a straightforward option for everyday viewing in smaller living spaces or bedrooms. With a 5000:1 contrast ratio and 178-degree horizontal and vertical viewing angles, the picture remains visible from a wide range of positions. The set runs a built-in smart TV platform with browser access, smartphone remote support, and Miracast for wireless screen sharing.

On the connectivity side, the 40A4Q includes two HDMI 1.4 ports, one USB port, and an RJ45 ethernet input alongside Wi-Fi 4 support. Audio is handled by a stereo speaker system rated at 2 x 7W, with support for Dolby Audio, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, and DTS:X, plus both HDMI ARC and eARC outputs for external sound systems. Additional practical features include USB recording, a sleep timer, child lock, and a three-year warranty, while operating power consumption sits at 74W with a standby draw of just 0.5W.

Pros

Wide 178-degree viewing angles both horizontally and vertically make the picture visible from almost any position in the room
Supports a broad range of broadcast tuner standards including DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-C, DVB-S, and DVB-S2, covering both terrestrial and satellite reception
Both HDMI ARC and eARC outputs are available, giving flexibility when connecting external audio equipment
USB recording is supported, allowing broadcast content to be saved directly to an external storage device
Comes with a three-year warranty, which is longer than the typical coverage for this product category
Standby power consumption is very low at 0.5W

Cons

No HDR support of any kind — HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and HLG are all absent
Typical brightness of only 200 nits is on the low side, which may limit picture clarity in well-lit rooms
Bluetooth is not built in, ruling out wireless headphones or speakers without additional hardware
Only one USB port is available, limiting simultaneous use of external devices
Wi-Fi is limited to Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), an older standard compared to more recent wireless specifications
No adaptive synchronization support, which may result in occasional screen tearing when used with external gaming sources

Who is this for?

This TV suits viewers looking for a straightforward everyday living room or bedroom screen in a compact 40-inch format. Its wide 178-degree viewing angles and 5000:1 contrast ratio make it comfortable for casual group viewing, while built-in smart TV functionality, a web browser, and smartphone remote support appeal to users who want basic connected features without complexity. The extensive tuner coverage — spanning DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-C, DVB-S, and DVB-S2 — along with USB recording makes it a practical choice for users who rely primarily on broadcast and satellite television.

Who is this NOT for?

Users who prioritize picture quality in bright rooms will find the 200-nit typical brightness insufficient, as it offers limited resistance to ambient light. The absence of any HDR format support — including HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and HLG — makes it a poor fit for viewers who want to take full advantage of HDR-graded streaming content. Similarly, the 60Hz refresh rate and lack of adaptive synchronization mean the display is ill-suited for gaming use cases, where smoother motion handling and reduced screen tearing are generally expected, and the absence of Bluetooth limits users who prefer wireless audio accessories.

Display:

display resolution	1080p (Full HD)
Display type	LED-backlit, LCD
screen size	40"
resolution	1920 x 1080 px
pixel density	55 ppi
display colors	1670 million
bit depth	8-bit
brightness (typical)	200 nits
contrast ratio	5000:1
refresh rate	60Hz
supports HDR10	✕
supports HDR10+	✕
supports Dolby Vision	✕
supports HLG	✕
Adaptive synchronization	None
response time	9.5 ms
has anti-reflection coating	✓
has an ambient light sensor	✕
maximum horizontal viewing angle	178º
maximum vertical viewing angle	178º

The Hisense 40A4Q features a 40-inch LED-backlit LCD panel with a 1080p Full HD resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels and a pixel density of 55 ppi, rendering colors across an 8-bit depth with up to 1670 million colors. Typical brightness is rated at 200 nits, paired with a 5000:1 contrast ratio and a 60Hz refresh rate, while the response time sits at 9.5 ms. The display covers a maximum viewing angle of 178 degrees both horizontally and vertically, and an anti-reflection coating helps reduce glare in lit environments. Adaptive synchronization is not supported, and the panel does not include HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, or HLG compatibility; an ambient light sensor is also absent.

Connectivity:

Has Bluetooth	✕
HDMI version	HDMI 1.4
HDMI ports	2
supports Wi-Fi	✓
Wi-Fi version	Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
USB ports	1
RJ45 ports	1
supports Miracast	✓
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack	✓
has an external memory slot	✕
has a VGA connector	✕
DVB standards	DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-C, DVB-S, DVB-S2
has a DVI connector	✕

The Hisense 40A4Q provides two HDMI 1.4 ports and one USB port for wired device connections, alongside a single RJ45 ethernet port for a stable wired network link. Wireless connectivity is handled by Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), and Miracast is supported for screen mirroring from compatible devices. A 3.5 mm headset jack is available for direct audio output, while tuner support spans DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-C, DVB-S, and DVB-S2 standards for broad broadcast reception. Bluetooth is not built in, and there is no external memory slot, VGA connector, or DVI connector.

Audio:

supports Dolby Digital	✓
audio output power	2 x 7W
supports Digital Out	✓
supports Dolby Digital Plus	✓
has SRS TheaterSound HD	✕
has stereo speakers	✓
has Dolby Atmos	✕
has Dolby Audio	✓
supports Dolby Virtual	✕
has a subwoofer	✕
has DTS:X	✓
HDMI ARC / eARC	HDMI ARC, HDMI eARC

The Hisense 40A4Q uses a stereo speaker system rated at 2 x 7W with no subwoofer included. On the audio format side, the TV supports Dolby Audio, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, and DTS:X, though Dolby Atmos, Dolby Virtual, and SRS TheaterSound HD are not available. External audio equipment can be connected via Digital Out or through both HDMI ARC and HDMI eARC, offering flexible options for soundbars or AV receivers.

Design:

width	900 mm
weight	5500 g
thickness	85 mm
height	515 mm
volume	39397.5 cm³
Supports VESA mount	✓
maximum operating temperature	35 °C
lowest potential operating temperature	5 °C

The Hisense 40A4Q measures 900 mm wide, 515 mm tall, and 85 mm thick, with a total volume of 39,397.5 cm³ and a weight of 5,500 g. It supports VESA mounting for wall installation and operates within a temperature range of 5 °C to 35 °C.

Features:

has AirPlay	✕
has built-in smart TV	✓
works with Siri/Apple HomeKit	✕
supports a remote smartphone	✓
has a rechargeable remote control	✕
supports USB recording	✓
operating power consumption	74W
standby power consumption	0.5W
has a search browser	✓
has a sleep timer	✓
has a child lock	✓
warranty period	3 years
EU energy label	F

The Hisense 40A4Q comes with a built-in smart TV platform that includes a web browser and supports smartphone remote control, while USB recording lets users record broadcast content directly to an external drive. Practical everyday features include a sleep timer and child lock, though AirPlay and Siri/Apple HomeKit compatibility are not available, and the remote control is not rechargeable. Operating power consumption is rated at 74W, dropping to just 0.5W in standby, and the TV carries an EU energy label of F. The set is backed by a 3-year warranty.

Final Verdict

The Hisense 40A4Q is a no-frills 40-inch Full HD television that delivers on the basics — wide viewing angles, a solid contrast ratio, broad broadcast tuner support, and a genuinely useful feature set that includes smart TV functionality, USB recording, and both HDMI ARC and eARC connectivity. Where it falls short is equally clear: the low brightness, absence of any HDR format, and limited 60Hz refresh rate place a ceiling on its picture performance that more demanding viewers will notice. As a set designed for straightforward everyday use in bedrooms or secondary living spaces, the 40A4Q is a sensible, well-rounded option — provided expectations are aligned with its capabilities rather than stretched beyond them.