Sony BRAVIA 3 II K65XR30M2 65"
Sony
90 Overall Score
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Roku Select Series 55R5D5 55"
Roku
65 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sony BRAVIA 3 II K65XR30M2 65"
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Roku Select Series 55R5D5 55"
85 out of 100 high confidence 209 reviews
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
Picture quality 25
Ease of setup 20
Value for money 18
Roku interface 15
Sound quality 10
Reliability 8
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Specifications
| Sony BRAVIA 3 II K65XR30M2 65" | Roku Select Series 55R5D5 55" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 64.5" | 55" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | LED | QLED★ |
| Backlight | Direct LED | Direct LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | — |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Brightness | 1600 nits★ | — |
| Peak Brightness | 1500 nits★ | — |
| Contrast Ratio | 5000:1 | — |
| Color Gamut | Not Specified by Manufacturer | — |
| Color Depth | 10-bit★ | — |
| Motion Tech | X-Motion Clarity | Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) |
| Processor | Cognitive Processor XR | HDR Plus |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision | HDR10+, HLG |
| Dolby Vision | ✓★ | ✗ |
| HDR10+ | ✗ | ✓★ |
| HLG | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| VRR | VRR | VRR |
| ALLM | ✓★ | — |
| Game Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Google TV | Roku TV |
| Voice Assistant | Gemini | Roku Voice, Siri, Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Screen Mirroring | Miracast, Apple AirPlay | Apple AirPlay 2, Miracast |
| Works With | Google Home, Amazon Alexa | Apple Home, Amazon Alexa, Google Home |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2 | 2.0 |
| Wattage | 20W★ | — |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Surround Sound | DTS Digital Surround | Dolby Audio |
| eARC | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| USB Ports | 2★ | 1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E★ | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 | 5.2★ |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 300x300 | 200x100 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | 265W | 207W★ |
| Energy Star | ✗ | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | 196 kWh★ | 207 kWh |
| Weight | 20.80 kg | 9.12 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
Sony BRAVIA 3 II K65XR30M2 65"
- Strong hdr (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong picture quality (93rd percentile)93rd %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
Pricing
Sony BRAVIA 3 II K65XR30M2 65"0.100score per dollar
vs
Roku Select Series 55R5D5 55"0.242score per dollar
Roku Select Series 55R5D5 55" offers 2.4x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sony BRAVIA 3 II K65XR30M2 65"
Scores 90 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 11 of 43 specs.
