Sony BRAVIA 9 K85XR90 85"
Thomas Dunne Books The Eternal Party: Understanding My Dad
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
Thomas Dunne Books The Eternal Party: Understanding My Dad
Kristina Hagman's memoir about her father Larry Hagman and grandmother Mary Martin is praised for its honest, heartfelt storytelling and unique narrative style. Reviewers appreciate the intimate family insights and historical value, though some note it could have been more revealing. The book is recommended for fans of entertainment history and those interested in the human side of celebrity.
Pros
- Honest and heartfelt storytelling
- Unique narrative style
- Intimate family insights
- Historical value for entertainment fans
- Personal photographs included
Cons
- Could have been more revealing
- Some find deathbed forgiveness gimmicky
- Limited criticism of parents
Scores
Specifications
| Sony BRAVIA 9 K85XR90 85" | Thomas Dunne Books The Eternal Party: Understanding My Dad | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 85" | — |
| Resolution | 4K★ | — |
| Panel Type | Mini-LED★ | — |
| Backlight | Mini-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 | — |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision | — |
| Dolby Vision | ✓★ | — |
| HDR10+ | ✗ | — |
| HLG | ✓★ | — |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz★ | — |
| VRR | VRR | — |
| ALLM | ✓★ | — |
| Game Mode | ✓★ | — |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Google TV | — |
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | — |
| Screen Mirroring | AirPlay 2, Chromecast built-in | — |
| Works With | Google Home | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2.2.2 | — |
| Wattage | 70W★ | — |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓★ | — |
| Surround Sound | DTS:X | — |
| eARC | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 4★ | — |
| HDMI Version | 2.1★ | — |
| USB Ports | 2★ | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6★ | — |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | — |
| Ethernet | ✓★ | — |
| Optical Audio | ✓★ | — |
| VESA Mount | 400x400 | — |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | 345W★ | — |
| Energy Star | ✗ | — |
| Annual Energy | 759 kWh★ | — |
| Weight | 52.40 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
Thomas Dunne Books The Eternal Party: Understanding My Dad
- Strong user sentiment (71st percentile)
- Strong social proof (68th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average smart (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average audio (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average hdr (13th percentile)13th %ile
Pricing
Thomas Dunne Books The Eternal Party: Understanding My Dad offers 104.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 21 of 39 specs.
