If you're looking for a television with better overall picture quality, especially for movies and gaming, the Amazon Omni QLED might be a good choice. However, if watching sports is a high priority and you value a wide viewing angle, the Sony X77L would serve you well, though it won't provide as strong performance in a dark room. Both TVs are similarly priced, and each has its strengths; the Amazon has superior contrast and is slightly better in a bright room, while the Sony offers better color out of the box and faster response times for gaming. Neither are great for audio, so you might consider external speakers regardless of your choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Amazon Omni QLED (LCD)
Very good for cartoons & animation
Advantages of the Sony X77L (LCD)
Good for upscaling
Very good motion processing
Good viewing angle
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.1/10
5.6/10
7.63/10
CONTRAST
3.58/10
8.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
IPS
The Amazon Omni QLED (LCD) has good picture quality, while the Sony X77L (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.2/10
5.2/10
7.63/10
CONTRAST
3.58/10
6.5/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
5.8/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
7.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
No
The Amazon Omni QLED (LCD) is only fair for movies & TV, while the Sony X77L (LCD) is poor.
The Amazon Omni QLED has high contrast, effective local dimming, and good black uniformity, which are essential for deep blacks and detailed dark scenes in movies and cinematic content. Conversely, the Sony X77L has low contrast, poor local dimming, and worse black uniformity, leading to washed-out blacks and less detail in dark areas, reducing the overall movie-watching experience.
Sports
6.0/10
6.8/10
3.2/10
MOTION PROCESSING
8.5/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
7.0/10
7.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.2/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X77L (LCD) and Amazon Omni QLED (LCD) are both only fair for sports, though the Sony X77L (LCD) is somewhat better.
For watching sports, the Sony X77L manages reflections better and due to its IPS panel, offers wider viewing angles, which is helpful when watching with a group; however, it has a slower response time which is not ideal for fast-moving scenes. The Amazon Omni QLED handles motion with a better response time, making it more suitable for dynamic sports content, but falls short in viewing angles and reflection handling, meaning it won't be as comfortable to watch in a bright room or with a large crowd.
Cartoons & Animation
8.1/10
6.0/10
8.0/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
8.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
7.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.2/10
7.6/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.8/10
7.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.7/10
The Amazon Omni QLED (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Sony X77L (LCD) is only fair.
The Amazon Omni QLED displays cartoons and animation with superior colors straight out of the box and a better color gamut than the Sony X77L, offering more vibrant and varied colors, which is crucial for animated content. Conversely, the Sony X77L has a fair performance in these areas, meaning colors might appear less vivid and lack the wide range of shades that can make animations come to life.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.7/10
6.0/10
7.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.2/10
6.6/10
UPSCALING
7.0/10
The Amazon Omni QLED (LCD) and Sony X77L (LCD) are both only fair for news, talk, & other TV, though the Amazon Omni QLED (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Amazon Omni QLED performs better for watching news, talk shows, and other TV programs due to its superior upscaling quality and SDR brightness, making it more suitable for handling diverse content and various room brightness levels. In contrast, the Sony X77L, although fair in these aspects, does not match the Amazon Omni QLED's performance in upscaling and SDR brightness, which is especially important when watching lower-resolution broadcasts or in well-lit environments.
Bright Room
6.6/10
6.0/10
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
7.7/10
7.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.2/10
6.0/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.2/10
6.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.3/10
The Amazon Omni QLED (LCD) and Sony X77L (LCD) are both only fair for bright room, though the Amazon Omni QLED (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Amazon Omni QLED and Sony X77L both have a fair performance in bright rooms due to their good SDR brightness, but only fair capability to handle reflections, which can be distracting in well-lit environments. While both TVs handle HDR content with fair brightness, the difference may lie in their handling of contrast, color volume, and color gamut, which can affect the vibrancy and depth of the picture.
The Amazon Omni QLED (LCD) and Sony X77L (LCD) are both poor for gaming.
The Amazon Omni QLED has a higher response time rating, making it suitable for fast-paced gaming as it can render changes quicker, while the Sony X77L, rated lower for response time, may exhibit longer delays in displaying game actions. Both models have similar input lag ratings and support 60Hz refresh rates; however, the Omni QLED's better responsiveness ultimately provides a smoother gaming experience than the less responsive X77L.
Cost
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$448
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The Amazon Omni QLED (LCD) has a price of $450 and the Sony X77L (LCD) costs $448.
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How the Amazon Omni QLED (LCD) and the Sony X77L (LCD) compare to other TVs
"This really is a TV designed for the streaming generation ... And it’s good to see support for both HDR10+ and Dolby Vision because it means more of the content you stream will be available in HDR. Overall, the Omni QLED is an impressive TV. It’s pretty bright, has good contrast and – thanks to those quantum dots – vibrant colours."
"For an entry-level model, Sony’s X77L is a decent 4K TV. It’s color reproduction, along with crisp and clean picture images revealed plenty of detail and clarity thanks in part to Sony’s excellent video processing."
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About Amazon
Amazon, the largest online retailer in North America, has forged partnerships with TCL and Hisense to produce white-label TVs incorporating their Fire OS software. These Amazon-branded TVs typically compete in the low-end and mid-range segments, offering compelling price points. Leveraging their strong reputation, Amazon has swiftly built brand trust in the TV market despite being relatively new to it. To enhance their popularity, these TVs integrate features from the Amazon ecosystem, including Alexa, providing users with a seamless and interconnected TV experience.
About Sony
Sony stands as a highly experienced and widely trusted TV manufacturer, earning a reputation that surpasses all others. A Japanese company, Sony has been making TVs for far longs than it has been making Playstation game consoles. Sony's high-end TVs are often regarded as the ultimate choice for videophiles, representing the epitome of quality, albeit at a premium price point. Renowned for their advanced and precise motion handling, as well as their cutting-edge local dimming algorithms, Sony consistently delivers unparalleled performance in these areas. They include Google TV software with all their TV sets, which grants access to the largest selection of apps available and they also include Bravia Core which is a movie streaming platform specifically for Sony TVs that offers higher picture quality by using more bandwidth.
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