Sony BRAVIA 2 II K65S20M2 65"
Hisense S7 Canvas 55S7N 54.6"
What Buyers Say
Sony BRAVIA 2 II K65S20M2 65"
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
Hisense S7 Canvas 55S7N 54.6"
The Hisense Canvas TV is widely praised for its art mode, which convincingly mimics framed artwork, and its excellent value compared to the Samsung Frame. Users love the included magnetic frame, free art gallery, and easy wall mounting. However, some report issues with Google TV software, occasional sound problems, and a few mention subpar picture quality or dark scene performance. Overall, it's a stylish and affordable choice for those prioritizing aesthetics, but not without some technical hiccups.
Pros
- Art mode looks like real framed art
- Included magnetic frame and wall mount
- Free art gallery with no subscription
- Excellent value compared to Samsung Frame
- Easy wall mounting and setup
Cons
- Google TV software issues and ads
- Occasional sound problems or dropouts
- Dark scene performance could be better
- Bulky compared to some competitors
- Remote and menus not intuitive
Scores
Specifications
| Sony BRAVIA 2 II K65S20M2 65" | Hisense S7 Canvas 55S7N 54.6" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 65" | 54.6" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | LED | QLED★ |
| Backlight | Direct LED | Edge LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | — | matte |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Color Gamut | — | Quantum Dot Wide Colour Gamut |
| Motion Tech | Motionflow XR 240 | Motion Rate 480 |
| Processor | 4K Processor X1 | Hi-View Engine Pro |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) |
| Dolby Vision | ✗ | ✓★ |
| HDR10+ | ✗ | ✓★ |
| HLG | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz★ |
| VRR | VRR | FreeSync Premium |
| ALLM | ✓ | ✓ |
| Game Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Google TV | Google TV |
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Screen Mirroring | Apple AirPlay 2 | Chromecast, Apple AirPlay |
| Works With | Apple AirPlay, Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant, Google Home | Google Home, Apple Home, Amazon Alexa |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wattage | 20W | 36W★ |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Surround Sound | DTS:X | DTS Virtual:X |
| eARC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| USB Ports | 2 | 2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E★ | Wi-Fi |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 300x300 | 400x200 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | 189W★ | — |
| Energy Star | ✗ | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | 309 kWh | 281 kWh★ |
| Weight | 19.69 kg | 18.28 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
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
Hisense S7 Canvas 55S7N 54.6"
- Strong smart (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong gaming (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong connectivity (84th percentile)84th %ile
Verdict
Scores 80 overall, wins 7 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 39 specs.