Brand Name | Sony |
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Item Weight | 38.3 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 13.38 x 48.63 x 28 inches |
Item model number | XR55X90J |
Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. |
Color Name | Black |
Special Features | Cognitive Intelligence with the Cognitive Processor XR; XR Motion Clarity Technology; HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision Compatibility, Dolby Atmos, DTS Digital Surround; Apple AirPlay 2 and Chromecast Built-in; Works with the Google Assistant |
Speaker Type | Acoustic Multi-Audio Sound Positioning Tweeter |
Item Weight | 17.4 Kilograms |
Standing screen display size | 55 Inches |
Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
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Sony X90J 55 Inch TV: BRAVIA XR Full Array LED 4K Ultra HD Smart Google TV with Dolby Vision HDR and Alexa Compatibility XR55X90J- 2021 Model
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Screen Size | 55 Inches |
Brand | Sony |
Display Technology | LCD |
Resolution | 4K |
Refresh Rate | 120 |
Special Feature | Cognitive Intelligence with the Cognitive Processor XR; XR Motion Clarity Technology; HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision Compatibility, Dolby Atmos, DTS Digital Surround; Apple AirPlay 2 and Chromecast Built-in; Works with the Google Assistant See more |
Included Components | Television |
Connectivity Technology | APPLE AIRPLAY | APPLE HOMEKIT | Bluetooth | Chromecast built-in | Mini Jack | HDMI | USB | WiFi |
Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
Product Dimensions | 13.38"D x 48.63"W x 28"H |
About this item
- COGNITIVE PROCESSOR XR – Revolutionary TV processing technology that understands how humans see and hear to deliver intense contrast with pure blacks, high peak brightness, and natural colors. Backlight type- Direct(Full Array LED)
- XR TRILUMINOS PRO - Rediscover everything you watch with billions of accurate colors and see impressive picture quality that is natural and beautiful to the human eye.
- FULL ARRAY LED & XR CONTRAST BOOSTER – Precisely controlled backlighting brings out real-life depth and detail with deep blacks and high peak brightness.
- GOOGLE TV – Seamlessly browse 700,000+ movies and TV episodes from across your favorite streaming services, all in one place. Watch content from Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, YouTube, the Apple TV app, and many more.
- BRAVIA CORE – Bring the cinematic experience home. Enjoy streaming high-quality movies included with BRAVIA CORE, exclusively on select Sony TVs.
- PERFECT FOR PLAYSTATION 5 – Get the most out of your gaming with BRAVIA XR TVs featuring exclusive features for the PS5 console along with 4K/120fps as specified in HDMI 2.1 and input lag as low as 8.5ms.
- WORKS WITH ALEXA – Through an Alexa enabled device, ask Alexa to change channels, adjust volume, and turn your TV on/off.
- GOOGLE ASSISTANT – Use your voice to easily find your favorite movies, shows, and music. Get answers on screen, control smart home devices, and more.
- APPLE AIRPLAY – Works with AirPlay 2 to easily stream content from your Apple device.
- ACOUSTIC MULTI-AUDIO – Two sound positioning tweeters on the sides of the TV elevate the soundstage, enabling sound to follow the action for a truly immersive experience.
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Energy consumption
165 kWh per year, based on the power consumption of the television operating 4 hours per day for 365 days. The actual energy consumption will depend on how the television is used.
Visible screen diagonal
55" / 140 cm
Top Brand: Sony
Product Description
Everything you watch becomes more detailed and immersive with true-to-life 4K HDR, powered by the all-new Cognitive Processor XR™. Feel the intensity of the sun and experience all the stars of the night sky with Full Array LED and XR Contrast Booster 5. With outstanding picture quality, a flush bezel design, and HDMI 2.1 for next-gen gaming, the X90J 4K HDR LED TV is ready for everything. NOTE: When you unplug the TV and plug it in again, the TV may not be able to turn on for a while, even if you press the power button on the remote control or the TV. This is because it takes time to initialize the system. Wait for about 10 to 20 seconds, then try again.
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display type | LCD | Full Array LED | Mini Led | LCD | Mini-LED | OLED |
display size | 55 inches | — | — | 55 inches | 54.6 inches | 55 inches |
model year | 2021 | 2023 | 2024 | 2024 | 2024 | 2024 |
resolution | 4K | 4K | 4K | 4K | 4K | 4K |
operating system | Android | Google TV | Google TV | Google TV | Google TV | Google TV |
hardware interface | hdmi | hdmi | usb | usb, hdmi | ethernet, bluetooth, hdmi, usb | composite video, usb, hdmi |
connectivity tech | APPLE AIRPLAY | APPLE HOMEKIT | Bluetooth | Chromecast built-in | Mini Jack | HDMI | USB | WiFi | HDMI, Bluetooth, USB, Wi-Fi, Ethernet | Bluetooth, USB, Wi-Fi, HDMI, Ethernet | Bluetooth, USB, Wi-Fi, HDMI, Ethernet | Bluetooth, Ethernet, HDMI, USB, Wi-Fi | Bluetooth, USB, Wi-Fi, HDMI, Ethernet |
control method | voice | remote | remote | remote | remote | remote |
model name | XR55X90J | E1SNXR55X90LRB | BRAVIA 9 | BRAVIA 3 | 55U8N | BRAVIA 8 |
mounting type | Table Mount or Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount |
wireless tech | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
From the manufacturer

Explore the world with precise 4K HDR picture
BRAVIA XR X90J 4K HDR FULL ARRAY LED TV

The world’s first TVs with cognitive intelligence.
Revolutionary TV processing technology that understands how humans see and hear to deliver beautiful picture quality. Hundreds of thousands of individual on-screen elements are processed and remastered in the blink of an eye, delivering natural color and astounding realism to your content.

Billions of accurate colors and precise textures
With XR TRILUMINOS Pro, rediscover everything you watch with billions of accurate colors and see impressive picture quality that is natural and beautiful to the human eye. The range of hues and saturation are enhanced allowing for extremely precise details and ensuring skin tones looks natural.

Real life depth, deep blacks & intense brightness
By controlling brightness in sections of the screen independently, Full Array LED balances light output to ensure scenes are full of breathtaking contrast. XR Contrast Booster 5 further enhances contrast to feel more true-to-life by maximizing peak brightness and precisely controlling black levels.

Enjoy included movies with BRAVIA CORE
Enjoy streaming high-quality movies included with BRAVIA CORE. Use the included BRAVIA CORE credits to choose from hundreds of latest release movies to redeem. In addition, you are subscribed to an amazing selection of timeless movies to stream anytime and as many times as you like.

Perfect for PlayStation 5
Get the most out of your gaming with BRAVIA XR TVs featuring exclusive features for the PS5 console along with 4K/120fps as specified in HDMI 2.1 and input lag as low as 8.5ms.

The entertainment you love. With help from Google.
See 700,000+ movies and TV episodes, plus live TV, all in one place. Google TV brings your favorite content from across your apps and subscriptions and organizes them just for you. Watch content from Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, YouTube, Apple TV app, and many more.
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Is this TV Wall Mount Compatible?
Yes, Hang your TV like a work of art with the SU-WL855 ultra-slim wall-mount bracket (sold separately) available for 55” class, 65” class, and 75” class X90J series TVs.
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Does this TV work with Alexa?
Yes, through an Alexa enabled device (sold separately), ask Alexa to change channels, adjust volume, and turn your TV on/off.
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Does this TV work with AirPlay 2?
Yes, with Apple AirPlay 2 you can share pictures, video or audio to your television right from your iPhone, iPad or Mac. Watch movies and shows from your favorite apps and the Apple TV app, or even Safari. Share your photos with everyone in the room.
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Can you control this TV with your voice?
Yes, With Google Assistant you can use your voice to easily find your favorite movies, shows, and music. Ask Google to find a specific title, search by genre, or get personalized recommendations on what to watch by saying, "what should I watch?"
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Is this TV good for gaming?
Yes, Sony BRAVIA XR TVs feature 4K/120fps as specified in HDMI 2.1, input lag as low as 8.5ms, and exclusive features for the PS5 console including Auto HDR Tone Mapping*.
*Available via software update on PS5 and BRAVIA TVs by end of January 2022
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4.5 out of 5 stars 667
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4.4 out of 5 stars 182
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4.5 out of 5 stars 2,480
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Screen Sizes
| 50" / 55" / 65" / 75" | 85" | 65" / 75"/ 85" | 55" / 65" / 77" | 55" / 65" / 83" | 48" | 43"/ 50"/ 55"/ 65"/ 75"/ 85" |
Display Technology
| Full Array LED | Full Array LED | Full Array LED | OLED | OLED | OLED | LED |
Display Resolution
| 4K HDR | 4K HDR | 4K HDR | 4K HDR | 4K HDR | 4K HDR | 4K HDR |
Picture Processor
| Cognitive Processor XR | X1 4K HDR Processor | Cognitive Processor XR | Cognitive Processor XR | Cognitive Processor XR | X1 Ultimate | X1 4K HDR Processor |
Color
| XR TRILUMINOS PRO | TRILUMINOS | XR TRILUMINOS PRO | XR TRILUMINOS PRO | — | TRILUMINOS | TRILUMINOS Pro |
Contrast
| XR Contrast Booster 5 | X-tended Dynamic Range | XR Contrast Booster 10 | XR OLED Contrast | XR OLED Contrast PRO | Pixel Contrast Booster | Dynamic Contrast Enhancer |
Motion Technology
| XR Motion Clarity (120Hz) | X-Motion Clairity (120Hz) | XR Motion Clarity (120Hz) | XR Motion Clarity (120Hz) | XR Motion Clarity (120Hz) | X-Motion Clairity | Motionflow XR 960 (120Hz) |
Enhanced Viewing Angle
| — | — | X-Wide Angle/X-Anti Reflection | OLED Wide Angle | OLED Wide Angle | OLED Wide Angle | — |
Google TV/Hey Google
| Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Android TV | Yes |
Works With Alexa
| ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Apple Airplay
| ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
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4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #249,032 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #948 in LED & LCD TVs |
Date First Available | April 5, 2021 |
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Customers are satisfied with the TV's picture quality, setup process, and lag. They find it easy to use and appreciate the vivid colors and high-definition display. The setup is straightforward, and the interface is smooth. Many customers enjoy streaming Netflix and YouTube on this TV. Smart features are also appreciated. However, some customers have concerns about the sturdiness of the TV. There are mixed opinions regarding sound quality and brightness.
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Customers appreciate the TV's picture quality. They find it has vivid colors, high definition, and a great view. The HDR modes make games look amazing, and the video quality is amazing. The TV has Dolby Vision, Bluetooth, 120Hz refresh rate, and 4K free movies.
"...This model has decent input latency, refresh time, the visual processing of 4K is impressive, but it does falter when it comes to areas of the..." Read more
"...The game pictures are nice and sharp, as well as regular tv/streaming services. The payment options are a huge plus for the quality and size...." Read more
"...So far, picture quality is great: brightness & vivid colors is what stands out the most...." Read more
"...The picture is great if you are looking straight at it but if you are at more than a 45 degree angle it is a lousy picture. DO NOT BUY THIS TV!" Read more
Customers like the TV quality. They say it has a nice, crisp, colorful picture. The LED TV is almost as nice as the plasma it replaced. They love the Android TV OS, better than Samsung TV OS. The size and weight are good too, and it's a great buy.
"...Now you can take full effect of this awesome tv. Make sure the console has all the 4K features turned on there are plenty of videos explaining how...." Read more
"...Number one priority for me was a nice, crisp, colorful picture. This TV delivers that in spades...." Read more
"A very nice TV. Picture quality is fantastic. Beautiful blacks. Syncs up with a PS5 very nicely...." Read more
"Quality is very good. size and weight good too. The things that I dislike are: The remote: very big and no lights at all...." Read more
Customers find the TV setup easy and intuitive. They say the menus are fast and easy to use, and the interface is smoother and faster than other TVs.
"...The smart features and response from the menus are fast and easy to use. I had some issues at first with the setup connecting to Wifi...." Read more
"...I'm a somewhat technical person and found the setup easy and intuitive. Easily found and identified the cable box and paired with the remote...." Read more
"Like: Very user friendly! If you have decent internet then you can just tell the thing what you want it to do. Meshes well with YouTube tv...." Read more
"...The shipping took a while but, it’s whatever set up was a breeze and once you enter your credentials for Netflix; HBOMax; and Prime everything just..." Read more
Customers appreciate the TV's lag. They say it has decent input latency, refresh time, and visual processing of 4K. Streaming is easy now, with great picture quality for Netflix, YouTube, and other streaming services.
"...This model has decent input latency, refresh time, the visual processing of 4K is impressive, but it does falter when it comes to areas of the..." Read more
"...Streaming has been so easy now, I've already cut the chord and using YouTube TV, and saving $500 a year in service...." Read more
"...This has eliminated all the CEC issues. Still have a small delay sound start delay on TV when switching channels...." Read more
"...The game pictures are nice and sharp, as well as regular tv/streaming services. The payment options are a huge plus for the quality and size...." Read more
Customers appreciate the smart features of the TV. They find the technology awesome and say the smart features are fluid. The TV is clear and crisp, and they say it's a great price for a Sony Bravia TV.
"...The smart features and response from the menus are fast and easy to use. I had some issues at first with the setup connecting to Wifi...." Read more
"...The picture is nice and bright, I absolutely love the smart features!..." Read more
"...Decent sound, very good with an added Bluetooth sound bar! Tech is awesome as well, like using a giant smartphone!!..." Read more
"...Picture quality is clear and crisp and smart features are fluid...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the sound quality of the television. Some say it has great picture and sound, with an optical measuring option that adapts to where you are viewing. Others mention issues with sound loss through the input, problems with non-Sony soundbars, and issues with eARC support and CEC support.
"...Meshes well with YouTube tv. Sound is pretty good for stand alone but I’d recommend a sound bar for max effect...." Read more
"...Soundbar sound more reliable, but only with ARC. Still have problem with CEC stability and eARC. Sony support is looking at it again...." Read more
"...This was an issue with my cable box when I suddenly lost sound through its input. Re-configuring the cable box corrected the issue...." Read more
"...Sound quality: It has a “optic measuring” option for the sounds that makes it adapt to where you set your Tv. But feels like a mimic...." Read more
Customers have different views on the brightness of the TV. Some find it adequate for gaming, while others report issues like the screen going completely dark or splitting into side-by-side images. There are also complaints about dimness and lack of lighting on the remote control.
"...So far, picture quality is great: brightness & vivid colors is what stands out the most...." Read more
"...Sometimes screen goes completely dark or splits into side by side images while streaming...." Read more
"...Blacks are real nice. Whites are pretty damn white. And the brightness is pretty alright. Note it's sitting mid way between two windows...." Read more
"...Update 02/22/22: My screen goes black, seemingly at least once nightly, for about 2 full seconds. Whether I'm watching cable or a Blu-ray...." Read more
Customers are unhappy with the TV's sturdiness. They report issues like broken units, defective products, and needing major repairs within two years.
"...My biggest issue right now is quality control: there is a piece of debris, 1×2 mm in size, behind the top-center portion of the screen; it's only..." Read more
"...and delays getting back to me from Sony TV engineering, the TV was declared defective. This was April 28th...." Read more
"...This tv lasted less than two years before it needs major repair of circuit board replacement...." Read more
"...on boot and the bottom LED would blink four times indicating a hardware problem...." Read more
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Really impressive at a reasonable price, great for gaming not 4k@120 yet (future firmware update)
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- Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2021As far as for an LED TV goes, I am highly impressed. Originally I had it intended to get an OLED Sony model but as I plan to do a lot of gaming with it I was concerned about screen burn. This model has decent input latency, refresh time, the visual processing of 4K is impressive, but it does falter when it comes to areas of the screen that should be black. That is because of the array of LEDs, which sometimes have a little bleed. That said, it's not highly noticeable, unless you're comparing it to their OLED TV. The smart features and response from the menus are fast and easy to use. I had some issues at first with the setup connecting to Wifi. I have a old Bose sound bar, and the speakers built in to the TV are comparable if not better to it. I had a been gifted a 5 yr old Samsung 4K TV by a friend which only lasted a few months, so I went to my backup to my old HD Sony TV with which I didn't want to part... However, I can only describe the difference between this TV, my prior Samsung and my old Sony as the first time I ever eyeglasses on.
5.0 out of 5 starsAs far as for an LED TV goes, I am highly impressed. Originally I had it intended to get an OLED Sony model but as I plan to do a lot of gaming with it I was concerned about screen burn. This model has decent input latency, refresh time, the visual processing of 4K is impressive, but it does falter when it comes to areas of the screen that should be black. That is because of the array of LEDs, which sometimes have a little bleed. That said, it's not highly noticeable, unless you're comparing it to their OLED TV. The smart features and response from the menus are fast and easy to use. I had some issues at first with the setup connecting to Wifi. I have a old Bose sound bar, and the speakers built in to the TV are comparable if not better to it. I had a been gifted a 5 yr old Samsung 4K TV by a friend which only lasted a few months, so I went to my backup to my old HD Sony TV with which I didn't want to part... However, I can only describe the difference between this TV, my prior Samsung and my old Sony as the first time I ever eyeglasses on.Really impressive at a reasonable price, great for gaming not 4k@120 yet (future firmware update)
Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2021
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- Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2021Our first smart TV, replacing a Samsung HDTV that worked well for us many years. Paired with a Perlesmith swivel stand, it's perfect size for tabletop viewing in the living room. I'm a somewhat technical person and found the setup easy and intuitive. Easily found and identified the cable box and paired with the remote. Streaming has been so easy now, I've already cut the chord and using YouTube TV, and saving $500 a year in service. Heck, that savings itself pays for this set in about 27 months! On-board sound is the only detractor, but I have it hooked up to my HiFi receiver through optical audio cable and sounds great through it. If you can't do that, get a soundbar. Not a gamer so can't comment on that. Bluetooth pairs with my Bose headphones, which will be handy for single person viewing. Super to have built-in Chromecast, as well. One thing I haven't figured out its how reset HDMI port setup to remove the cable box, which it perceives as still connected, though I removed it. All I see I can do is hide the connection from within setup. Hoping I'll get many years of solid service out of this.
Edit: Year and a half later and having what I think are software issues. Sometimes screen goes completely dark or splits into side by side images while streaming. Workaround has been to unplug and discharge power for 15 seconds or so to discharge capacitors, then replug and restart. Other than that inconvenience, been excellent streaming viewing.
- Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2022Bought in December 2021(55in) for my husband, works perfectly with the ps5. The game pictures are nice and sharp, as well as regular tv/streaming services. The payment options are a huge plus for the quality and size. The picture is nice and bright, I absolutely love the smart features! I discovered the living decor themes and I really enjoy those for background noise while I study. 10/10, would purchase again :)
- Reviewed in the United States on June 29, 2021I see plenty of 3 star or 2 star reviews saying ohh it’s a great tv but not for gaming. Let me try and explain,
This tv comes standard without auto HDR and a bunch of very important things. First you NEED to plug a ps5 or series x into the hdmi 3 and 4 slots. They are the only 2.1 slots that can support it, next make sure the plugs you are using either came with the console or say they can support up to 120 at 4K. You then go into the TVs settings and change HDMI signal format to enhanced format. Now you can take full effect of this awesome tv. Make sure the console has all the 4K features turned on there are plenty of videos explaining how. The Tv does need a lot of adjustment but that’s almost all products they can’t tell from the factory if you’re in a bright or dark room or that you have lights reflecting in the TVs screen. I know after using both consoles that the tvs 120 at 4K feature does work. Very happy with purchase!!!
- Reviewed in the United States on May 19, 2021I'm still testing this TV, so this review is preliminary. So far, picture quality is great: brightness & vivid colors is what stands out the most. I bought this TV primarily for gaming, so I'm disappointed that variable refresh rate (VRR) & auto low-latency mode (ALLM) are not available... "yet." I'm also not a fan of the fact that only 2 of the 4 HDMI ports are HDMI 2.1 capable.
My biggest issue right now is quality control: there is a piece of debris, 1×2 mm in size, behind the top-center portion of the screen; it's only noticeable during bright areas of that section of the screen, but annoying nonetheless. It looks like it's a piece of black plastic that broke-off from inner components, and/or got trapped when the screen was installed at the factory.
Setting up your connected devices can be configured automatically, once initiated. But I've experienced said configuration become undone (as if the TV forgot it had already configured the device). This was an issue with my cable box when I suddenly lost sound through its input. Re-configuring the cable box corrected the issue.
I also had issues renaming my input devices. Once you make an edit but try to change it again, the on-screen keyboard doesn't allow any update; you will be kicked-out of the edit screen. "Restarting" the TV (not just turning it off & on) is the only way to correct it.
- Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2022Like: Very user friendly! If you have decent internet then you can just tell the thing what you want it to do. Meshes well with YouTube tv. Sound is pretty good for stand alone but I’d recommend a sound bar for max effect.
Dislike: It wants to know a bit too much private information for stellar quality. There’s a Disney+ key built into the remote.
Overall Sony is on top of the game.
- Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2022Is always telling us to sign in to our YouTube tv account sometimes several times a day. We have 4 big screen tvs in the house and this is the only one to do this.
The picture is great if you are looking straight at it but if you are at more than a 45 degree angle it is a lousy picture.
DO NOT BUY THIS TV!
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- MBGReviewed in Canada on September 3, 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars Everything is perfect after almost 2 years!
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I LOVE IT. The colors are bright and the hd quality is undeniable, unfortunately I am not a gamer but I am a movie lover (... So I almost regret that I didn't pick the 75 inches ! 😆 ) I never had any deception with sony and it keeps getting better. Many options on it, it's perfect. The sound -as any other tv- is "ok" until you add quality speakers. With my soundbar (ambeo) it's incredible with the HDMI wire.
The only little thing : sometimes it lags in the first seconds after you open it. Once you're on an app it disappears. But it doesn't happen often enough to make me hate it.
My personnal + : the remote. Thin, lightweight, easy to use and really long so you don't loose it. That shape is pleasant. (I had roku remotes, so cheaply made it's not working half of the time... )
MBGEverything is perfect after almost 2 years!
Reviewed in Canada on September 3, 2023
I LOVE IT. The colors are bright and the hd quality is undeniable, unfortunately I am not a gamer but I am a movie lover (... So I almost regret that I didn't pick the 75 inches ! 😆 ) I never had any deception with sony and it keeps getting better. Many options on it, it's perfect. The sound -as any other tv- is "ok" until you add quality speakers. With my soundbar (ambeo) it's incredible with the HDMI wire.
The only little thing : sometimes it lags in the first seconds after you open it. Once you're on an app it disappears. But it doesn't happen often enough to make me hate it.
My personnal + : the remote. Thin, lightweight, easy to use and really long so you don't loose it. That shape is pleasant. (I had roku remotes, so cheaply made it's not working half of the time... )
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- M. FeelReviewed in Canada on October 4, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars PS5 companion
What to say? It’s Sony. Pretty self explanatory.
Runs smooth (although I’m not fan of android tv), I have my Apple TV 4K hooked on it. I am able to get 4K HDR with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos no problem. I have my sound bar that’s plugged in via HDMI Arc and the sound is amazing.
Now, PlayStation 5 buyers, this has been rated the best television that’s non-OLED for gaming. It has 120hz refresh rate playing Cold War, 4K HDR active all the time and it’s simply amazing. My death/kill ratio has been doubled since I am on this TV. everything is so crisp, it’s scary!!
It uses full array LED, not as neat as OLED but for the price you certainly get a lot for your money.
It features 2x HDMI 2.1, so it is future proof for a while! You won’t regret it.
- KReviewed in Canada on April 20, 2024
4.0 out of 5 stars Amazing TV
Pro's:
Great audio
Awesome picture
High HDR brightness
Really good upscaling
Fast processor
Local Dimming
Good calibration of picture
Con's:
Viewing angle could be better
Reflections are not horrible but standard across most TV's
Software can be buggy at times (not very often)
Thoughts:
I love this TV. I personally think Sony is one of the best TV brands out there. They have really good screens and built in sound if you don't have a sound bar. The best part of their TV's are that they use google/android TV. That software for the TV is so much better than the other brands for the sole fact that you can get every app you would need. My brother has a Samsung and he couldn't get the twitch app for example. I watch quite a bit of twitch and definitely couldn't get a TV without being able to have the top streaming service's app. I think that's super weird. Granted I think they have it now, but a year and a bit after owning the TV, they didn't have it initially. All the main features of a good TV is here. If you can't afford OLED, then local dimming is the next best thing. The local dimming could be a little better but its still great. Sony also did a really good job in the picture presets. The manufactured picture calibration is better than most I've seen but manual calibration is always recommended. I've played with some of the settings that other sites have recommended and found a good in-between that works for me.
The TV physically is on the thicker side. I found that thicker TV's are usually have better audio though so I tend to try and get them. The feet that come with the TV are fine but they're stationary and are really wide. They clip on on the left and right side so you'll need a table that is the same width as the TV. I currently have it on a TV mount and works fine that way. The power/menu button is on the bottom middle of the TV which I don't like personally because I have lights that use a camera to match what's on the screen which works better when looking up at the TV. It doesn't block the sensors but I can't use the button anymore without removing the camera.
Overall, this TV from Sony is really good and a fan favourite from a lot of people that have purchased it. I don't think I'll ever go for any other brand unless it has google tv because that truly is a game changer.
- Craig LaporteReviewed in Canada on August 24, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful TV at a great price
I went back and forth between this and the LG C1 before settling on this due to the price difference. I've had it for a few weeks now and could not be happier with it. My previous set did not have HDMI 2.1 or HDR, so this is a significant upgrade for me. I read a few calibration recommendations and set this up in a matter of minutes with the most commonly suggest tweaks. I used to view most of my streaming content through my PS5 but the built in apps are just as snappy, so I've switched over to using those. The HDR calibration was easy and there's been some "wow" moments where I realized the color and HDR were really popping in certain movies or games (Blade Runner 2049/Gran Tourism tracks at sunset). I don't use the built in speaker so I can't give any feedback on that aspect. I found the HDMI ports still accessible even with a pretty low profile mount, which I read was a common complain ahead of time. I couldn't be happier with this purchase. Stop reading and buy one.
- siddharth shahReviewed in Canada on April 21, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars Great TV
Really loving the 55" TV, one thing that did surprise me we're how far apart the legs were which meant I had to buy a different stand from Amazon that fit my normal sized IKEA TV stand. Tbe picture quality is absolutely stunning and as advertised and gaming has been buttery smooth post the firmware update. The Netflix calibrated and IMAX enhanced modes are not showing up as options so not sure if that's going to be a software update later. I would say all in all, it's a great TV that is future proofing due to new ATSC mode, gaming features (VRR, ALLM, 2.1) so I would recommend a buy