Roku Select Series 50R5D5 50"
Roku
63 Overall Score
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Sony BRAVIA 2 II K65S20M2 65"
Sony
80 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Roku Select Series 50R5D5 50"
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Sony BRAVIA 2 II K65S20M2 65"
86 out of 100 medium confidence 28 reviews
This Sony TV earns high marks for its vivid picture quality, clear sound, and excellent build reliability, with many owners reporting years of trouble-free use. While some users experienced minor backlight bleed or initial setup issues with external devices, the overwhelming majority praise the brand for delivering a premium experience at a reasonable price.
Pros
- Vivid and stunning picture quality
- Clear and perfect sound
- Long-lasting durability and reliability
- Easy and smooth setup
- Great value for the price
Cons
- Minor backlight bleed in corners
- Initial setup issues with external devices
- Customer service hang-up experience
- Remote control could be improved
Picture quality 12
Sound quality 6
Build quality and durability 5
Value for money 6
Setup and ease of use 4
Customer service 1
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Specifications
| Roku Select Series 50R5D5 50" | Sony BRAVIA 2 II K65S20M2 65" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 50" | 65" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | QLED★ | LED |
| Backlight | Direct LED | Direct LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Motion Tech | HDR Plus | Motionflow XR 240 |
| Processor | Roku Smart Picture | 4K Processor X1 |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | HDR10 | HDR10, HLG |
| Dolby Vision | ✗ | ✗ |
| HDR10+ | ✓★ | ✗ |
| HLG | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| VRR | Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | VRR |
| ALLM | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Game Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Roku TV | Google TV |
| Voice Assistant | Alexa, Google Home | Google Assistant |
| Screen Mirroring | Apple AirPlay 2, Miracast | Apple AirPlay 2 |
| Works With | Apple Home, Amazon Alexa, Google Home | Apple AirPlay, Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant, Google Home |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wattage | — | 20W★ |
| Dolby Atmos | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Surround Sound | Dolby Audio | DTS:X |
| eARC | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| USB Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3★ |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 200x100 | 300x300 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | 189W | 189W |
| Energy Star | ✗ | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | 189 kWh★ | 309 kWh |
| Weight | 7.39 kg★ | 19.69 kg |
Pros & Cons
Roku Select Series 50R5D5 50"
- Strong smart (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong affordability (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong connectivity (81st percentile)81st %ile
Sony BRAVIA 2 II K65S20M2 65"
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong smart (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong social proof (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong audio (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
Verdict
Winner: Sony BRAVIA 2 II K65S20M2 65"
Scores 80 overall, wins 7 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 37 specs.