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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you watch a lot of sports, the Sony X80K may be preferable due to its superior performance in handling fast motion, which is important for sports content. However, the Hisense A65K tends to be less expensive and performs better in dark room settings for movies and series. For bright rooms, both TVs offer similar performance, but if you're interested in gaming, the Hisense A65K has a slight edge. Both TVs offer a good viewing experience for news, talk shows, reality TV, cartoons, and animation. The Sony X80K has better sound quality overall, but both lack great speakers and would benefit from a soundbar or external speakers. Keep in mind that choosing the Hisense may save you money, while opting for the Sony may cost more. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Hisense A65K (LCD)
- The Hisense A65K (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Sony X80K (LCD).
Advantages of the Sony X80K (LCD)
- Good for sports
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
- Best in class for upscaling
- Best in class motion processing
- Good viewing angle
Key differences
Picture Quality
6.7
6.0
5.64/10
CONTRAST
5.06/10
7.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.6/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
IPS
The Hisense A65K (LCD) and Sony X80K (LCD) both have only fair picture quality, though the Hisense A65K (LCD) has somewhat better picture quality.
Sports
6.1
7.4
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X80K (LCD) is good for sports, while the Hisense A65K (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X80K excels in motion processing, which is crucial for watching sports as it reduces motion blur, while the Hisense A65K has a lower capability in this area. Additionally, the Sony X80K has better viewing angles, making it more suitable for group viewings, a common scenario for sports spectators, whereas the Hisense A65K's more limited viewing angles may restrict the clarity of the image for those not sitting directly in front of the TV.
Cost
$370
$798
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Hisense A65K (LCD) has a price of $370 and the Sony X80K (LCD) costs $798.
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Key similarities
Movies & TV
5.9
5.5
5.64/10
CONTRAST
5.06/10
6.3/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
5.2/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Hisense A65K (LCD) and Sony X80K (LCD) are both poor for movies & TV.
The Hisense A65K and Sony X80K both struggle with picture quality when watching movies and cinematic TV because of their poor contrast, lack of local dimming, and unsatisfactory black uniformity, resulting in less vivid images. While both have decent out-of-the-box colors, this doesn't compensate for the lack of depth in dark scenes, and their subpar gray uniformity and limited color volume can make scenes appear washed out, especially from wide viewing angles.
Gaming
5.9
5.8
6.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.2/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
3.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
18.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
6.0/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
The Hisense A65K (LCD) and Sony X80K (LCD) are both poor for gaming.
The Hisense A65K has a fair response time, which can result in motion blur during fast-paced games, while the Sony X80K, despite having a very good input lag that can provide responsive gameplay, also has a fair response time that can affect the clarity of motion in gaming. Both TVs, with LCD screens, have similar limitations in response time impacting the gaming experience, neither being optimal for fast-paced, competitive gaming environments..
Cartoons & Animation
7.3
7.2
7.6/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.1/10
7.2/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.6/10
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
8.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.5/10
5.7/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
8.0/10
The Hisense A65K (LCD) and Sony X80K (LCD) are both good for cartoons & animation.
Both the Hisense A65K and Sony X80K display cartoons and animation effectively due to their 'Very Good' performance in colors out of the box; however, the Hisense has a 'Good' color gamut and 'Good' color volume, whereas the Sony also has a 'Good' color gamut but only 'Fair' color volume. The Hisense is better in contrast which benefits darker scenes, while the Sony boasts better gray uniformity which can enhance the viewing experience of panning shots and scenes with uniform colors, but both are equally good in terms of SDR brightness, ensuring clear picture quality in typical lighting conditions.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.7
7.2
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Sony X80K (LCD) to be good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Hisense A65K (LCD) is only fair.
The Hisense A65K offers decent upscaling and SDR brightness, which are vital for watching news and talk shows in various picture quality, but it doesn't excel in color reproduction right out of the box, which can affect the viewing experience. On the other hand, the Sony X80K boasts better upscaling which ensures lower resolution content scales well to the 4K screen, and although it shares similar SDR brightness to the Hisense, its better color accuracy from the start can make for a more vibrant and engaging picture when watching everyday TV programs.
Bright Room
6.4
6.4
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
7.5/10
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
6.2/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.1/10
6.6/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.0/10
The Hisense A65K (LCD) and Sony X80K (LCD) are both only fair for bright room.
The Hisense A65K, despite having better contrast, may not stand out in bright rooms due to only fair SDR and HDR brightness and its average handling of reflections. On the other hand, the Sony X80K, while having lower contrast and color volume, also offers fair SDR and HDR brightness but might perform slightly better with reflections due to a wider viewing angle.
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How the Hisense A65K (LCD) and the Sony X80K (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Hisense A65K (LCD) | Sony X80K (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$370 | $798 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Hisense | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 4, 2023 | March 4, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 65A65K | KD-65X80K | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Google TV | Android TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.9/10 | 6.7/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | Yes | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.5/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.9/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.9/10 | 5.5/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.1/10 | 7.4/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.8" x 57.2" x 2.9" | 32.9" x 57.2" x 2.8" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.3" x 57.2" | 35.6" x 57.2" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 36.4 lbs | 47.8 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 200 x 300 | 300 x 300 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | No | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 5.6/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 3.5/10 | 2.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | Yes | |
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Stratos Kampourogiannis | September 2023
"The A65K proved to be a rather capable TV that works great within its extreme limitations that its price dictates. It has great contrast, very low input lag and good color coverage. Add Google TV and a low price in the mix and you have an excellent low budget offering."
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Matthew Murray | February 2023
"The Sony Bravia X80K is an inexpensive LCD TV that turns out pleasing visuals and is armed with a number of other desirable features. Sony’s robust internal processing, results in generally better picture quality than you’ll usually get for this price. In practice, the X80K is satisfying to watch. You’re not going to get as sumptuous a picture as you may with other TVs from Sony or other companies, but we didn’t encounter anything that looked bad on it."
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About Hisense
Hisense, a Chinese TV manufacturer, entered the US market in approximately 2011 and has since acquired TV divisions from various companies such as Toshiba, Sharp, Hitachi, and NEC. Currently ranking as the fourth largest vendor in terms of sales volume, Hisense aims to capture a wide range of TV budget segments. They offer exceptional value with TVs that often outperform their competitors at similar price points, making them a compelling choice for consumers. In the US, they use Google TV as their smart TV software which provides the largest app selection and a very modern user interface, however it is not as user friendly as the software from other vendors.
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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