Samsung Q8F QN65Q8FAAFXZA 65"
Sony BRAVIA 2 II K65S20M2 64.5"
What Buyers Say
Samsung Q8F QN65Q8FAAFXZA 65"
The Samsung 65" Q8F Series QLED 4K TV receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its stunning picture quality, vibrant colors, and deep blacks. Users praise the smart Tizen interface, AI features like auto brightness adjustment, and the sleek design. While most reviews are highly satisfied, a few promotional reviews lack detail, and one user noted the remote is small and easy to lose.
Pros
- Stunning picture quality
- Vibrant colors and deep blacks
- Smart Tizen interface
- AI features like auto brightness
- Sleek and modern design
Cons
- Small remote easy to lose
- Some promotional reviews lack detail
Sony BRAVIA 2 II K65S20M2 64.5"
This Sony TV earns high marks for its vivid picture quality, clear sound, and excellent build reliability, with many owners reporting years of trouble-free use. While some users experienced minor backlight bleed or initial setup issues with external devices, the overwhelming majority praise the brand for delivering a premium experience at a reasonable price.
Pros
- Vivid and stunning picture quality
- Clear and perfect sound
- Long-lasting durability and reliability
- Easy and smooth setup
- Great value for the price
Cons
- Minor backlight bleed in corners
- Initial setup issues with external devices
- Customer service hang-up experience
- Remote control could be improved
Scores
Specifications
| Samsung Q8F QN65Q8FAAFXZA 65" | Sony BRAVIA 2 II K65S20M2 64.5" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 65" | 65" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | QLED★ | LED |
| Backlight | Edge LED | Direct LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Picture Quality | ||
| Color Gamut | 100% Color Volume | — |
| Color Depth | 10-bit★ | — |
| Motion Tech | Motion Xcelerator 144Hz | Motionflow XR 240 |
| Processor | Q4 AI Processor | 4K Processor X1 |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG | HDR10, HLG |
| Dolby Vision | ✗ | ✗ |
| HDR10+ | ✓★ | ✗ |
| HLG | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| VRR | FreeSync Premium | VRR |
| ALLM | ✓ | ✓ |
| Game Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Tizen | Google TV |
| Voice Assistant | Amazon Alexa, Bixby | Google Assistant |
| Screen Mirroring | SmartThings | Apple AirPlay 2 |
| Works With | Google Home, SmartThings | Apple AirPlay, Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant, Google Home |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wattage | 20W | 20W |
| Dolby Atmos | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Surround Sound | — | DTS:X |
| eARC | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| USB Ports | 2 | 2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Ethernet | ✓ | ✓ |
| Optical Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | 400x300 | 300x300 |
| Power & Size | ||
| Power | 1001W | 189W★ |
| Energy Star | ✗ | ✗ |
| Annual Energy | 324 kWh | 309 kWh★ |
| Weight | 20.68 kg | 19.69 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
Samsung Q8F QN65Q8FAAFXZA 65"
- Strong smart (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong gaming (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong connectivity (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong hdr (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
Sony BRAVIA 2 II K65S20M2 64.5"
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong smart (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong social proof (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong audio (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Both products are closely matched - Samsung Q8F QN65Q8FAAFXZA 65" wins 4 specs while Sony BRAVIA 2 II K65S20M2 64.5" wins 6.
