Sony BRAVIA 9 K85XR90 85"
LG UA7000 Series 50UA7000PUB 50"
What Buyers Say
Sony BRAVIA 9 K85XR90 85"
The Sony BRAVIA 9 is praised for its exceptional brightness, vibrant colors, and deep contrast, making it a standout Mini-LED TV for movies, shows, and gaming. A few users noted minor blooming, limited viewing angles, and audio sync issues, while many say it rivals or surpasses OLED in bright rooms. The built-in speaker quality and sleek design also impressed buyers.
Pros
- exceptional brightness
- vibrant colors and deep contrast
- impressive HDR performance
- immersive built-in speakers
- sleek minimalist design
Cons
- minor blooming in high-contrast scenes
- limited viewing angles compared to OLED
- audio sync issues with voices
- no warranty information provided
- premium price tag
LG UA7000 Series 50UA7000PUB 50"
The LG 50-inch UHD TV generally receives positive feedback for its picture quality, color accuracy, and value for money. Many users appreciate the easy setup and smart features, though several complain about the remote control lacking voice control and backlighting, and some report issues with Wi-Fi connectivity, app performance, and sound quality. Overall, it's seen as a solid budget-friendly option with a few notable drawbacks.
Pros
- Great picture quality
- Vibrant colors
- Easy setup
- Good value for money
- Sleek design
Cons
- Remote lacks voice control
- Remote not backlit
- Wi-Fi connectivity issues
- App performance sluggish
- Sound quality inconsistent
Scores
Specifications
| Sony BRAVIA 9 K85XR90 85" | LG UA7000 Series 50UA7000PUB 50" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 85" | 50" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | Mini-LED★ | LED |
| Backlight | Mini-LED★ | Direct LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | — |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | — |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Color Gamut | Not Specified by Manufacturer | — |
| Motion Tech | XR Motion Clarity | — |
| Processor | XR Processor | Alpha 7 AI Processor Gen8 |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision | HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) |
| Dolby Vision | ✓★ | ✗ |
| HDR10+ | ✗ | ✗ |
| HLG | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| VRR | VRR | — |
| ALLM | ✓★ | — |
| Game Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Google TV | webOS |
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | No, No |
| Screen Mirroring | AirPlay 2, Chromecast built-in | Apple AirPlay 2, Google Cast |
| Works With | Google Home | Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2.2.2 | 2.0 |
| Wattage | 70W★ | 20W |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓★ | — |
| Surround Sound | DTS:X | — |
| eARC | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 4★ | 3 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1★ | 2.0 |
| USB Ports | 2★ | 1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6★ | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.0 |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 400x400 | 200mm x 200mm |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | 345W★ | — |
| Energy Star | ✗ | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | 759 kWh | 185 kWh★ |
| Weight | 52.40 kg | 9.39 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
Sony BRAVIA 9 K85XR90 85"
- Strong audio (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong display (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong smart (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
LG UA7000 Series 50UA7000PUB 50"
- Strong social proof (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong smart (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong display (66th percentile)
- Below average gaming (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (18th percentile)18th %ile
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 14 of 39 specs.