Hisense 65SOF25LW (Discontinued) · Replacements in Qatar

Name: Hisense 65SOF25LW 65-inch Outdoor All-Weather Wall Mount Display
Brand: Hisense
SKU: hisense-65sof25lw
Availability: Discontinued

Overview

The Hisense 65SOF25LW is a 65-inch landscape outdoor display for wall mounting, built for locations exposed to weather. It offers a 2500-nit screen, UHD 3840 x 2160 resolution and an IP55 enclosure rated against dust and water jets. The data lists an operating range of -20°C to 45°C, suiting building entrances, covered plazas and car park frontages in Qatar. Hisense has discontinued this model, so SmartRooms Qatar can quote a current equivalent or a compatible replacement.

What the 65SOF25LW is built for

The Hisense 65SOF25LW is a 65-inch landscape display in the SOF25LW wall-mount series, designed for a fixed position outdoors or in a semi-exposed area where dust, rain and direct sun are constant. Its 1428 x 804 mm active area carries a UHD 3840 x 2160 image at a 16:9 aspect ratio, and the panel is rated for 24/7 operation with a backlight life cycle listed at 50,000 hours. Hisense has discontinued this model, so this page is written for organisations that already own one, buyers comparing it with newer models, and anyone who needs a like-for-like replacement.

The facts that matter on site

Brightness is the first figure most buyers check. The screen is rated at 2500 nits, and a light sensor adjusts the output automatically as ambient light changes, which keeps content legible from a car park or a shaded arcade alike. The contrast ratio is listed at 1200:1 with a 178 degree horizontal and 178 degree vertical viewing angle, so people standing at the side of a frontage still see the picture.

IP55 enclosure: the manufacturer lists protection against dust and water jets.
Operating range: -20°C to 45°C ambient, with a 5% to 90% humidity range.
Cooling: a built-in fan with airflow and overheating protection.
Glass: 6.8 mm anti-reflective, tempered and laminated glass, with the anti-vandal protection described in the manufacturer data.

Where it fits in Qatar

In Lusail and The Pearl, a retail operator might mount a 65-inch screen beside a shop entrance to show offers after dark and in the glare of midday sun. Summer temperatures above 45°C are common in Doha, so the listed upper limit of 45°C ambient is a planning point, and the SmartRooms Qatar team will help you check the position, shading and airflow before you commit. At a school or training centre in Education City or Al Wakrah, a covered outdoor wall can carry wayfinding or event schedules. For an industrial site in Mesaieed or the Industrial Area, a weather-protected display can show safety notices at gates and loading bays, where dust is a routine concern.

What to plan before installation

At 164 kg net and 1668 x 1044 x 165 mm, this is a heavy wall-mounted unit. The wall, bracket and fixing points need checking by a qualified installer, and SmartRooms Qatar offers a free site survey to confirm this before you order. The data lists a power input of AC 110/220V at 50/60Hz with a maximum consumption of 600W, so confirm the supply arrangement with our team before ordering, because Qatar mains run at 240V. Plan network access as well: the unit supports Wi-Fi or LAN, with 3G/4G optional.

Security and day-to-day upkeep

The front door has a lock, and the data describes a three-point anti-theft lock with internal bolts and no exposed steel door hinges, which makes tampering harder in public spaces. Front-access maintenance supports routine cleaning and inspection. Content is loaded through the connections listed in the FAQ section: two HDMI inputs, USB 2.0, LAN, a TF card slot and RS232, plus one HDMI OUT and one AV OUT.

If you are replacing an existing 65SOF25LW or need a current outdoor display for a Qatar site, request a quote from SmartRooms Qatar. Send us the location, the mounting wall and the intended content, and we will return a quotation, usually within one working day, with delivery across all 8 municipalities of Qatar.

Highlights

65-inch UHD landscape panel with 3840 x 2160 resolution
2500-nit screen with automatic light-sensor brightness
IP55 enclosure and a listed operating range of -20°C to 45°C
Built-in fan, overheating protection and 6.8 mm laminated glass
Front-access lock and three-point anti-theft design
Discontinued by Hisense: request a quote for a current equivalent

Estimated timeline

Quotation within 1 working day · delivery timing depends on stock availability, and we confirm it with your quotation.

Specifications

39 specifications · Source: manufacturer · checked Oct 2026

General11

Screen Size: 65”
Screen Active Area(mm): 1428 x 804
Resolution: UHD (3840 x 2160)
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Brightness(nit): 2500nits
Contrast Ratio: 1200:1
Viewing Angle(H/V): 178°/178°
Backlight Life Cycle: 50,000 Hrs
Operation Hours: 24/7
Response Time: 8ms
Screen Orientation: Landscape

Touchscreen (Option)3

Touch Type: Touch foil
Touch Point: 10-points
Response Time: ≤10ms

System6

OS: Android 7.1
CPU: Amlogic Quad-core Cortex-A53,1.5GHz
GPU: Mali-450
DDR: 2G DDR4
ROM: 16G EMMC (support expanded memory card up to 128G)
Language: Chinese/English

Connectivity2

Input: x2 HDMI IN/ x1 USB2.0/ x1 LAN x1 TF card slot/ x1 RS232
Output: x1 HDMI OUT/ x1 AV OUT

Network connection1

Wifi or LAN: Yes 3G/4G Connection: Optional

Thermal management2

Build in fan: Airflow
Overheating Protection: Yes

Physical7

IP Rating: IP55
Glass: 6.8 mm (AR, Tempered & Laminated Glass)
Metal: Galvanized steel with powder coated
Standard Color: Black
Dimensions: 1668(H) x 1044(W) x 165(D) mm
Net Weight: 164kg
Packing Dimensions: 1779(L) x 1290(H) x 420(D) mm

Operation4

Working Environment: Full outdoor
Auto Brightness Control: Light sensor
Operation Temperature (ambient temp.): -20℃ to 45℃
Operation Humidity: 5% to 90%

Power3

Power Supply: AC 110 /220V,50/60Hz
Power Type: Built-In Power
Power Consumption: 600W(Max.)

Downloads

1 file from the manufacturer

PDF Datasheets 65SOF25LW_Datasheet_V1.pdf 1.1 MB

Questions about 65SOF25LW

Is the Hisense 65SOF25LW still available to buy?

Hisense has discontinued the 65SOF25LW, so it should not be specified as a new purchase without checking first. If you already own one, or are comparing it with a newer model, SmartRooms Qatar can quote a current equivalent or a compatible replacement. Send us the wall dimensions, the mounting location and the brightness you need, and our team will return a quotation, usually within one working day.

Which sites in Qatar suit a 65-inch outdoor wall display like this?

This model suits a fixed, wall-mounted position that needs clear content in daylight, such as a shop front in Lusail, a covered forecourt at a hotel in West Bay, or a plaza near The Pearl. A 65-inch panel reads well from a few metres away. Check your viewing distance against the 1428 x 804 mm active area before requesting a quote, so the screen size matches the crowd that will pass it.

Can the screen run in Qatar's summer heat?

The manufacturer lists an ambient operating range of -20°C to 45°C. Afternoon temperatures in Doha often exceed 45°C during summer, so a unit on a south- or west-facing wall needs planning. The display includes a built-in fan with airflow and overheating protection. Before ordering, the SmartRooms Qatar team can assess shade, mounting height and ventilation at your site, and you should not rely on the listed range for an enclosed, unventilated space.

Is the 2500-nit screen readable in bright daylight?

Yes, the 2500-nit rating is the figure to compare when judging daylight visibility. A light sensor adjusts brightness automatically as ambient light changes, so output is lower at night and stronger at midday. The 178-degree horizontal and vertical viewing angles help people approaching a shop front from the side. If glare from a glazed facade is a concern, our team can check it during the site survey.

How does the IP55 enclosure cope with dust storms?

The manufacturer describes the IP55 enclosure as providing full protection against dust and water projection. This matters during dust storms, which can drive fine sand into equipment that is not properly sealed. The data also cites telecom-class cable routing that keeps the cabinet sealed. Ask your installer to check the front door seal at commissioning, and agree a routine cleaning schedule for the outer glass with your facilities team.

Which video and control inputs and outputs does it have?

The unit provides two HDMI IN ports, one USB 2.0 port, one LAN port, one TF card slot and one RS232 port. Outputs are one HDMI OUT and one AV OUT. RS232 can support control from a building management system, and LAN helps with managing playlists remotely. Confirm your source devices, cable lengths and whether you need the HDMI OUT to feed a second screen when requesting your quote.

Does it support networking, and is 3G/4G included?

The data lists Wi-Fi or LAN connectivity. 3G/4G is listed as optional, so state whether you need it when requesting a quote. For a retail frontage in Lusail where running cable to the building is difficult, a 3G/4G option may be useful, but availability for this model should be confirmed within the quotation. Where a fixed network point exists beside the wall, LAN is the simplest choice for managing content.

What operating system, memory and languages does it use?

The unit runs Android 7.1 on an Amlogic quad-core Cortex-A53 processor at 1.5GHz, with 2G DDR4 memory and 16G eMMC storage. Storage can be expanded with a memory card up to 128G. The data lists Chinese and English as the system languages. If your signage needs Arabic menus or on-screen text, ask the SmartRooms Qatar team to confirm support before ordering rather than assuming it.

Is a touch option available, and where would it suit?

The data lists a touchscreen option using a touch foil with 10 touch points and a response time of 10ms or less. It could suit interactive wayfinding at a mall entrance or a visitor information point at an outdoor event area, such as a stadium concourse in Qatar. Touch is listed as an option rather than a standard feature, so specify it clearly in your quotation request.

How heavy is it, and what should be checked before mounting?

The unit weighs 164 kg net and measures 1668 x 1044 x 165 mm. The wall must be assessed structurally, and the bracket and fixings must suit the wall material. SmartRooms Qatar offers a free site survey to check the wall, lifting access and cable routing before you commit. Allow space for the lifting crew at the entrance or car park, and confirm the delivery route with the team when you request a quote.

What electrical details should be confirmed before ordering?

The data lists an AC 110/220V input at 50/60Hz, a built-in power supply and a maximum consumption of 600W. Qatar mains run at 240V and 50Hz, so ask the SmartRooms Qatar team to confirm that the listed input suits your site before you order. Plan a dedicated circuit with capacity for the 600W maximum, and have the electrician verify the outlet type during installation.

Can a school or government body order several units on a purchase order?

Yes. SmartRooms Qatar accepts purchase orders (LPOs) and supports government tenders, including those published on Monaqasat. For several units, send the quantities, the sites and the intended wall positions in one request, so the quotation covers installation planning for each location. Payment can be made by bank transfer, cheque or purchase order.