TCL A400U Series 55A400U 55"
Sony BRAVIA 9 K85XR90 85"
What Buyers Say
TCL A400U Series 55A400U 55"
Overall, users are very satisfied with this TV, praising its exceptional picture quality, great sound, and bright display that handles well in sunlit rooms. The included slim wall mount is a appreciated bonus, and setup is easy. A few minor issues were noted, such as a scratch on the side upon unboxing and delivery left at the doorstep without notice, but these do not overshadow the positive experience.
Pros
- Exceptional picture quality
- Great sound
- Bright display for sunny rooms
- Included slim wall mount
- Easy setup
Cons
- Scratch on side upon unboxing
- Delivery left at doorstep without notice
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
Scores
Specifications
| TCL A400U Series 55A400U 55" | Sony BRAVIA 9 K85XR90 85" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 55" | 85" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | Mini-LED | Mini-LED |
| Backlight | Mini-LED | Mini-LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | — | matte |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Color Gamut | — | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Motion Tech | Motion Rate 480 | XR Motion Clarity |
| Processor | TCL AIPQ PRO Processor | XR Processor |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | HDR Pro+, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG, HDR10 | HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision |
| Dolby Vision | ✓ | ✓ |
| HDR10+ | ✓★ | ✗ |
| HLG | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz★ | 120 Hz |
| VRR | — | VRR |
| ALLM | — | ✓★ |
| Game Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Google TV | Google TV |
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Assistant |
| Screen Mirroring | Apple AirPlay 2 | AirPlay 2, Chromecast built-in |
| Works With | Apple AirPlay | Google Home |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | — | 2.2.2 |
| Wattage | 20W | 70W★ |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓ | ✓ |
| Surround Sound | — | 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 6★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | 5.3★ |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 400x400 | 400x400 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | — | 345W★ |
| Energy Star | — | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | — | 759 kWh★ |
| Weight | 12.11 kg★ | 52.40 kg |
Pros & Cons
TCL A400U Series 55A400U 55"
- Strong hdr (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong connectivity (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong picture quality (79th percentile)
- Strong display (78th percentile)
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
- Below average affordability (13th percentile)13th %ile
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 8 of 39 specs.