Sony BRAVIA 9 K85XR90 85"
LG QNED85A 65"
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
LG QNED85A 65"
This LG TV generally wins praise for its bright, vibrant picture quality, especially for sports and gaming, and its easy setup. However, a significant number of verified reviewers strongly criticize the remote control's lack of a dedicated mute button, calling it a major design flaw that requires workarounds like a third-party remote or subscription. While the display and value are highly rated, the remote issue has led some to consider returning the TV or switching to a streaming device.
Pros
- Bright and vibrant picture quality
- Excellent for sports and gaming
- Easy setup and well-written instructions
- Good value for the money
- Crisp colors and clear darks
Cons
- No dedicated mute button on remote
- Poor documentation and manual
- Remote mute requires workaround or subscription
- Sound settings can reset to internal speakers
- Lack of number pad for quick access
Scores
Specifications
| Sony BRAVIA 9 K85XR90 85" | LG QNED85A 65" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 85" | 65" |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Panel Type | Mini-LED★ | QLED |
| 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 | — |
| Processor | XR Processor | α8 AI Processor 4K |
| HDR | ||
| HDR Formats | HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision | HDR10 |
| Dolby Vision | ✓ | ✓ |
| HDR10+ | ✗ | ✗ |
| HLG | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Gaming | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| VRR | VRR | VRR |
| ALLM | ✓ | ✓ |
| Game Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Smart TV | ||
| Platform | Google TV | webOS |
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant | Alexa |
| Screen Mirroring | AirPlay 2, Chromecast built-in | — |
| Works With | Google Home | Alexa |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Config | 2.2.2 | 9.1.5 |
| Wattage | 70W★ | — |
| Dolby Atmos | ✓ | ✓ |
| Surround Sound | DTS:X | DTS:X |
| eARC | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 4★ | — |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| USB Ports | 2★ | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6★ | Wi-Fi |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 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
LG QNED85A 65"
- Strong audio (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong display (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong gaming (78th percentile)
- Strong social proof (71st percentile)
Pricing
LG QNED85A 65" offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 12 of 39 specs.
