Sony BRAVIA XR77A95L 76.8"
Roku Select Series 55R5D5 55"
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
Roku Select Series 55R5D5 55"
The Roku 55" Class Select Series 4K QLED Smart TV is widely praised for its excellent picture quality, vibrant colors, and easy setup, especially for the price. Many users appreciate the built-in Roku platform for its intuitive interface and app availability. However, a notable minority report serious issues like screen failure, speaker static, and software glitches within weeks of purchase, with some experiencing problems across multiple units. Overall, it is seen as a great value for budget-conscious buyers, but reliability concerns temper the enthusiasm.
Pros
- Excellent picture quality
- Vibrant colors
- Easy setup
- Great value for money
- Intuitive Roku interface
Cons
- Screen failure within weeks
- Speaker static noise
- Software glitches
- Stripped mounting screws
- Annoying setup sign-ins
Scores
Specifications
| Sony BRAVIA XR77A95L 76.8" | Roku Select Series 55R5D5 55" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 77" | 55" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | QD-OLED★ | QLED |
| Backlight | OLED★ | Direct LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Brightness | 2000 nits★ | — |
| Contrast Ratio | Near Infinite (Black Pixels Emit | — |
| Color Gamut | XR Triluminos Max | — |
| Color Depth | 10-bit★ | — |
| Motion Tech | XR OLED Motion technology | Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) |
| Processor | Cognitive Processor XR | HDR Plus |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG), Dolby Vision | HDR10+, HLG |
| Dolby Vision | ✓★ | ✗ |
| HDR10+ | ✗ | ✓★ |
| HLG | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| Response Time | 8.5 ms★ | — |
| VRR | VRR | VRR |
| ALLM | ✓★ | — |
| Game Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Google TV | Roku TV |
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | Roku Voice, Siri, Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Screen Mirroring | Apple AirPlay | Apple AirPlay 2, Miracast |
| Works With | Google Home, Amazon Alexa | Apple Home, Amazon Alexa, Google Home |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2.2 | 2.0 |
| Wattage | 60W★ | — |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Surround Sound | DTS Digital Surround, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS:X | Dolby Audio |
| eARC | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| USB Ports | 2★ | 1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 300x300 | 200x100 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | 60W★ | 207W |
| Energy Star | ✗ | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | 299 kWh | 207 kWh★ |
| Weight | 35.20 kg | 9.12 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
Roku Select Series 55R5D5 55"
- Strong smart (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong hdr (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong connectivity (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 12 of 42 specs.