Sony BRAVIA XR77A95L 76.8"
LG M-series OLED77M3PUA 77"
What Buyers Say
Sony BRAVIA XR77A95L 76.8"
The Sony BRAVIA XR A95L receives high praise for its stunning picture quality and impressive built-in sound, with several users calling it the best TV they've owned. However, a significant number of reviews report the sound failing within a year, and one critic notes it's overpriced for being a few model cycles behind the latest QD-OLED tech. Overall, sentiment is mixed: enthusiasts love the display, but reliability and value concerns temper enthusiasm.
Pros
- Stunning picture quality
- Impressive built-in sound
- Great colors and details
- Best TV I've owned
- No sound bar needed
Cons
- Sound fails within a year
- Poor service support
- Overpriced for older tech
- Wall mount hassle for repairs
LG M-series OLED77M3PUA 77"
The LG M3 OLED TV receives high praise for its stunning picture quality, deep blacks, and bright HDR performance, with many users calling it a top-tier OLED. The wireless Zero Connect box is a standout feature, delivering lag-free video and a clean, cable-free setup. However, numerous reviews highlight severe issues with open-box purchases from Best Buy, including missing components like the Zero Connect box or remote, burn-in, and misleading condition descriptions. While the TV itself is excellent, the purchasing experience is frequently marred by poor service and misrepresentation.
Pros
- Stunning picture quality
- Deep blacks and bright HDR
- Wireless Zero Connect box works flawlessly
- Clean, cable-free wall mount setup
- No noticeable input lag for gaming
Cons
- Missing Zero Connect box on open-box units
- Burn-in on used/display models
- Misleading condition descriptions from Best Buy
- Missing remote or accessories on open-box
- Wireless signal drops if obstructed
Scores
Specifications
| Sony BRAVIA XR77A95L 76.8" | LG M-series OLED77M3PUA 77" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 77" | 76.7" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | QD-OLED★ | OLED |
| Backlight | OLED | OLED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Brightness | 2000 nits★ | — |
| Contrast Ratio | Near Infinite (Black Pixels Emit | Infinite |
| Color Gamut | XR Triluminos Max | — |
| Color Depth | 10-bit★ | — |
| Motion Tech | XR OLED Motion technology | None |
| Processor | Cognitive Processor XR | α9 AI Processor Gen6 |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG), Dolby Vision | Dolby Vision, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) |
| Dolby Vision | ✓ | ✓ |
| HDR10+ | ✗ | ✗ |
| HLG | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Response Time | 8.5 ms | 0.10000000149011612 ms★ |
| VRR | VRR | G-SYNC Compatible (NVIDIA Adaptive Sync), FreeSync Premium (AMD |
| ALLM | ✓ | ✓ |
| Game Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Google TV | webOS |
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | Amazon Alexa |
| Screen Mirroring | Apple AirPlay | Apple AirPlay 2 |
| Works With | Google Home, Amazon Alexa | Alexa, Apple HomeKit |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2.2 | 4.2 |
| Wattage | 60W★ | — |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓ | ✓ |
| Surround Sound | DTS Digital Surround, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS:X | Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital |
| eARC | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 4★ | 3 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| USB Ports | 2 | 2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2★ | 5.0 |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 300x300 | 300x300 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | 60W★ | — |
| Energy Star | ✗ | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | 299 kWh★ | — |
| Weight | 35.20 kg★ | 36.47 kg |
Pros & Cons
Sony BRAVIA XR77A95L 76.8"
- Strong display (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong picture quality (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong audio (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong hdr (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (11th percentile)11th %ile
LG M-series OLED77M3PUA 77"
- Strong gaming (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong display (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong audio (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong connectivity (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 9 of 42 specs.