Sony BRAVIA 9 K85XR90 85"
TCL S5-Series 43S551G 43"
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
TCL S5-Series 43S551G 43"
The TCL 43" S5-Series Smart Google TV is widely praised for its exceptional value, combining sleek design, intuitive Google TV interface, and stunning 4K HDR picture quality at an affordable price. Users highlight effortless setup, smooth streaming, crisp audio even without a soundbar, and seamless integration with Google accounts. Gamers and everyday viewers alike find it a significant upgrade, with vibrant colors and clear motion handling making it a top choice in its price range. The remote's voice command works perfectly, and overall satisfaction is extremely high, with multiple reviewers planning to purchase additional units.
Pros
- Exceptional value for the price
- Stunning 4K HDR picture quality
- Intuitive Google TV interface
- Easy and quick setup
- Smooth streaming with zero lag
Cons
- Wall mount not included
- May still want a soundbar for best audio
Scores
Specifications
| Sony BRAVIA 9 K85XR90 85" | TCL S5-Series 43S551G 43" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 85" | 43" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | Mini-LED★ | LED |
| Backlight | Mini-LED★ | Direct LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | — |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Color Gamut | Not Specified by Manufacturer | — |
| Motion Tech | XR Motion Clarity | Motion Rate 240 |
| Processor | XR Processor | TCL AIPQ Processor |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG |
| Dolby Vision | ✓ | ✓ |
| HDR10+ | ✗ | ✓★ |
| HLG | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| VRR | VRR | VRR |
| ALLM | ✓ | ✓ |
| Game Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Google TV | Google TV |
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Screen Mirroring | AirPlay 2, Chromecast built-in | Apple AirPlay 2 |
| Works With | Google Home | Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2.2.2 | 2.0 |
| Wattage | 70W★ | 10W |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓ | ✓ |
| Surround Sound | DTS:X | Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital |
| eARC | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 4★ | 3 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| USB Ports | 2★ | 1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6★ | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | 5.2 |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✓★ | ✗ |
| VESA Mount | 400x400 | 100x200 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | 345W | 200W★ |
| Energy Star | ✗ | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | 759 kWh | 200 kWh★ |
| Weight | 52.40 kg | 6.62 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
Sony BRAVIA 9 K85XR90 85"
- Strong audio (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong display (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong connectivity (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong smart (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average affordability (12th percentile)12th %ile
TCL S5-Series 43S551G 43"
- Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong smart (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong hdr (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average display (14th percentile)14th %ile
Pricing
TCL S5-Series 43S551G 43" offers 8.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 9 of 39 specs.
