Sony BRAVIA 3 K55S30 55"

★★★★☆ 4.4 (2,311)

The 4K HDR Processor X1 and Triluminos Pro deliver over a billion accurate colors with real-time scene enhancement for vivid, lifelike images. It integrates Google TV with AirPlay 2 and Chromecast, plus includes 5 credits and a 12-month subscription to high-bitrate movies on Sony Pictures Core. This 55-inch LED is best for smart home users and streamers wanting a unified, voice-controlled entertainment hub with strong color accuracy out of the box.

Screen 55"
Resolution 3840x2160
Panel LED
Refresh 60 Hz
HDR HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG), Dolby Vision
smart platform Google TV
dolby vision Yes
dolby atmos Yes
Sony BRAVIA 3 K55S30 55" tv
78 Overall Score
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Snapshot

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Strong smart (92nd percentile) 92nd
  • Strong audio (87th percentile) 87th
  • Strong connectivity (85th percentile) 85th
  • Strong social proof (78th percentile) 78th

Cons

What owners think

How owner sentiment changed over time

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Based on when customers actually wrote their reviews - so you can see whether early praise held up.

Owner sentiment has held steady over time
1★2★3★4★5★Q2 '25: 5.0★ · 2 reviewsQ3 '25: 4.8★ · 66 reviewsQ4 '25: 4.6★ · 61 reviewsQ1 '26: 4.7★ · 47 reviewsQ2 '26: 4.3★ · 24 reviewsQ3 '26: 5.0★ · 2 reviews2666147242Q2 '25Q3 '25Q4 '25Q1 '26Q2 '26Q3 '26
Avg ratingHappy (4-5★)Unhappy (1-2★)Bar height = number of reviews
  1. Q2 202670/1004.1★16 reviews

    Most buyers praise excellent picture quality, easy setup, and fast smart TV performance. However, some report setup difficulties, poor color, or failures requiring replacement.

    • Excellent picture quality with vibrant colors and good sound, impressive for the price.
    • Smart TV loads apps fast, switches inputs quickly, and the simplified remote is well-received.
    • Two reviewers reported total screen failure within weeks, requiring replacement units.
    • Setup mostly easy; one user found it miserable, one noted changed leg positions required a new stand.
  2. Q1 202687/1004.7★53 reviews

    Buyers praise the clear picture, vibrant colors, and easy setup. Some report defects like warped seams and sound that requires a soundbar, but most are highly satisfied.

    • Excellent picture quality with vivid colors and clarity.
    • Easy setup and user-friendly interface.
    • Built-in sound is decent but many recommend a soundbar.
    • A few reports of defects like warped seams and light issues.
  3. Q4 202574/1004.7★62 reviews

    Most Q4 2025 reviews praise this Sony Bravia 3 for its excellent picture quality, vivid colors, and good value. However, there are notable complaints about reliability (failures under one year), remote complexity, and muted picture brightness.

    • Picture quality praised as clear, vivid, with bright colors and good contrast.
    • Multiple reports of TV failing within 11 months or having startup issues.
    • Sound quality is generally good but some note it's only adequate; recommend soundbar.
    • Remote is hard to use in dark, too small, or confusing for seniors.
  4. Q3 202587/1004.8★67 reviews

    Buyers overwhelmingly praise the picture quality and SONY reliability, with many noting it's their 2nd or 3rd Sony. A few mention CEC issues and weak built-in sound.

    • Picture quality is excellent, with vibrant colors and sharp clarity.
    • Brand loyalty is strong; many reviewers own multiple Sony TVs.
    • Built-in sound is lacking, but many use external soundbars.
    • CEC compatibility issues reported with Apple TV boxes.
  5. Q2 202589/1004.8★13 reviews

    Reviewers in Q2 2025 praise the excellent picture quality, brightness, and color. Sound quality is mixed; some find it adequate, others add a soundbar. Reliability and eARC connectivity are noted as improved.

    • Excellent picture, color, contrast, and clarity; bright and sharp.
    • Sound quality is okay for some, but others use a soundbar for better audio.
    • Reliable HDMI eARC connection, improved over previous models.
    • Remote control is basic, with a hard-to-locate play/pause button.

Based on 202 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.

The proof

Performance

Performance Percentiles

HDR 77.4
Audio 87
Smart 91.8
Gaming 55.2
Display 67.5
Connectivity 84.6
Social Proof 77.5
Picture Quality 36.5

Specifications

Full Specifications

Display

Size 55"
Resolution 4K
Panel Type LED
Backlight Direct LED
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Curved No

Picture Quality

Color Gamut Triluminos Pro
Motion Tech Motionflow XR 240
Processor 4K HDR Processor X1

HDR

HDR Formats HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG), Dolby Vision
Dolby Vision Yes
HDR10+ No
HLG Yes

Gaming

Refresh Rate 60 Hz
ALLM Yes
Game Mode Yes

Smart TV

Platform Google TV
Voice Assistant Google Assistant
Screen Mirroring Apple AirPlay 2, Chromecast
Works With Google Home

Audio

Speaker Config 3.1.2
Wattage 30
Dolby Atmos Yes
Surround Sound Dolby Audio, Dolby Atmos
eARC No

Connectivity

HDMI Ports 4
HDMI Version 2.1
USB Ports 2
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth 5.3
Ethernet Yes
Optical Audio Yes
VESA Mount 300x300

Power & Size

Energy Star No
Annual Energy 430
Weight 16.0 kg / 35.3 lbs

vs Competition

Spec Sony BRAVIA 3 K55S30 55" TCL QM6K Series 55QM6K Samsung Neo QLED QN70F Hisense QD7 Series 75QD7QF Roku Plus Series 65R6C7 LG QNED 65QNED82AUA
Screen Size 55 55 55 75 65 65
Resolution 3840x2160 3840x2160 3840x2160 3840x2160 3840x2160 3840x2160
Panel Type LED QLED Mini-LED QLED Mini-LED LED
Refresh Rate 60 144 120 144 60 60
Hdr HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG), Dolby Vision Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG HDR10+ Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) HDR10, HLG
Smart Platform Google TV Google TV Tizen Fire TV Roku TV webOS
Dolby Vision true true false true true false
Dolby Atmos true true true true true true
Hdmi Version 2.1 2.1 2.1 2.1 2.1 2.0
Compare Compare Compare Compare Compare
Product HDRAudioSmartGamingDisplayConnectivitySocial ProofPicture Quality
Sony BRAVIA 3 K55S30 55" 77.48791.855.267.584.677.536.5
TCL QM6K Series 55QM6K Compare 98.988.697.693.877.389.588.398.8
Samsung Neo QLED QN70F Compare 71.579.293.488.979.389.588.379.2
Hisense QD7 Series 75QD7QF Compare 83.683.187.291.386.589.577.587.4
Roku Plus Series 65R6C7 Compare 77.483.199.85984.689.594.636.5
LG QNED 65QNED82AUA Compare 64.283.190.151.971.662.682.484.1

Price

Value & Pricing

From $188 6 offers across 2 retailers

Price History

New Refurbished
$0 $500 $1,000 $1,500 May 1May 18Jun 8Jun 29Jul 16Aug 14 $1,146

Usage Scores

Overall (78.1)Budget (77.7)Gaming (58)Movies (61.1)Sports (69)Outdoor (49.5)Portable (50.8)Corporate (70.5)Streaming (80.1)Smart Home (83.9)

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