Hisense Advances RGB MiniLED at CES 2026
- Hisense used CES 2026 to introduce its latest generation of RGB MiniLED televisions, expanding both performance and accessibility.
- The new 116UXS flagship model debuts an enhanced color system, while the UR9 and UR8 series bring the technology to a wider range of screen sizes.
- These updates reflect the company’s continued focus on refining backlight precision and broadening its display portfolio.
A New Phase for RGB MiniLED
Hisense first entered the consumer market with RGB MiniLED technology in 2025, marking a shift in how televisions reproduce color. The company is now extending this work in two directions, targeting both premium and mainstream segments. At the high end, the 116UXS introduces the RGB MiniLED evo system, which uses an expanded set of primary colors to improve wavelength‑level accuracy. Alongside this, Hisense is widening the range of available screen sizes, offering models between 55 and 100 inches to make the technology more accessible.
The company positions this expansion as part of its accelerated development strategy. It aims to bring advanced display features to market more quickly and scale them across product lines. This approach is intended to shorten the time between innovation and consumer availability. Hisense sees the broader rollout of RGB MiniLED as evidence of its commitment to rapid iteration.
116UXS: Introducing a Four‑Color Backlight System
The 116UXS serves as the centerpiece of Hisense’s new lineup. Color reproduction has long been a central focus for the company, and this model reflects that emphasis through its updated backlight architecture. The RGB MiniLED evo system adds cyan as a fourth primary element, extending the traditional RGB structure. Human vision is particularly sensitive to subtle variations in this region of the spectrum, making the addition relevant for smoother gradients and more natural transitions.
This enhancement aims to improve both dark‑scene detail and highlight clarity. The television is powered by the Hi‑View AI Engine RGB processor, which manages tens of thousands of dimming zones to maintain accuracy during fast motion and high‑contrast scenes. Coverage of 110% of the BT.2020 color space further supports its wide‑gamut performance. A slim 1.57‑inch profile and a Devialet Opéra de Paris 6.2.2 audio system round out the flagship’s design.
UR9 and UR8: Expanding RGB MiniLED to More Homes
Hisense is also introducing the UR9 and UR8 series, which represent the second generation of its RGB MiniLED architecture. These models aim to deliver improved color separation, richer base tones, and consistent accuracy across a broad range of sizes. Screen options from 55 to 100 inches allow the technology to reach households with different space and budget considerations. The series is designed to maintain stable color performance in bright rooms and during fast‑moving content such as sports or games.
The updated lineup offers a wider color gamut than many current premium televisions. It also emphasizes everyday usability, ensuring that color fidelity is preserved across varied lighting conditions. Industrial design remains minimal, with integrated Devialet‑tuned audio systems providing an enhanced sound experience. Hisense positions these models as part of its effort to make advanced display technologies available beyond flagship tiers.
RGB MiniLED is part of a broader industry trend toward more granular backlight control, which allows LCD panels to approach the contrast and color performance of emissive technologies. Interestingly, the addition of a fourth primary color has historical precedent: several manufacturers experimented with expanded color systems in the early 2010s, though none reached widespread adoption. Hisense’s approach differs by integrating the extra color at the backlight level rather than the pixel structure, potentially offering benefits without altering panel manufacturing.
