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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize picture quality, especially for watching movies in darker rooms, the LG A1 OLED will deliver deeper blacks and more vibrant colors. However, the Sony X85J LCD has a brighter screen, which makes it a better choice if you often watch TV in well-lit rooms or during daytime. For gaming and watching sports, the Sony's higher refresh rate can provide smoother motion. The LG might offer a better overall streaming experience due to its smart platform but comes at a higher cost. Therefore, if budget is a concern, the Sony X85J could save you money with a slight compromise on picture quality compared to the LG A1 OLED. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG A1 (OLED)
- Very good for dark room
- Very good for movies & TV
- Very good for sports
- Very good for use as monitor
- Very good viewing angle
- Very good reflections
Advantages of the Sony X85J (LCD)
- Good for bright room
- Best in class for upscaling
- Best in class motion processing
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.2
7.3
10.00/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.3/10
WOLED
PANEL TYPE
LED
WBC
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The LG A1 (OLED) has very good picture quality, while the Sony X85J (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.9
6.5
10.00/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
10.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.9/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The LG A1 (OLED) is very good for movies & TV, while the Sony X85J (LCD) is only fair.
The LG A1 OLED excels in movie and cinematic TV watching due to its perfect contrast ratio, excellent black uniformity, and wide viewing angles, enhancing the quality of dark scenes and preserving color accuracy from different seating positions. In contrast, the Sony X85J LCD, while offering excellent colors right out of the box, lacks local dimming and has only a fair contrast ratio and black uniformity, which might lead to less impressive dark scene details and limited viewing angles, affecting those watching from the side.
Sports
8.0
7.2
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
6.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG A1 (OLED) is very good for sports, while the Sony X85J (LCD) is good.
The LG A1 delivers a better watching experience for sports due to its excellent response time, meaning less blur in fast-moving scenes, and its very good handling of reflections for maintaining a clear image when the room is bright. On the other hand, the Sony X85J offers superior motion processing for smooth action, but its reflections are poorly handled, which could be an issue in brighter environments.
Gaming
7.0
7.6
9.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
7.8/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
8.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
100.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
6.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
The Sony X85J (LCD) and LG A1 (OLED) are both good for gaming, though the Sony X85J (LCD) is somewhat better.
The LG A1 is praised for its gaming performance mainly because of its excellent response time and very low input lag, making it a superior choice for fast-paced gaming. On the other hand, the Sony X85J, while offering good response time and input lag, also boasts a higher refresh rate which benefits smoother gameplay, especially for high frame rate gaming.
Cartoons & Animation
8.0
8.6
8.0/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.3/10
7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.3/10
6.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
7.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.1/10
9.2/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
8.2/10
The Sony X85J (LCD) and LG A1 (OLED) are both very good for cartoons & animation, though the Sony X85J (LCD) is somewhat better.
The LG A1 OLED is appreciated for cartoons & animation due to its good colors out of the box and very good color gamut, which ensures vibrant and accurate colors, vital for animated content. On the other hand, the Sony X85J LCD rates excellent for colors out of the box, presenting a punchy and vivid picture, though its color gamut is just good, which may make some colors less intense compared to the LG A1.
Bright Room
6.6
7.3
8.8/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
6.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
6.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.1/10
8.8/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Sony X85J (LCD) is good for bright room, while the LG A1 (OLED) is only fair.
Cost
$1,148
$1,000
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The LG A1 (OLED) has a price of $1,148 and the Sony X85J (LCD) costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.4
8.2
6.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
8.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
The LG A1 (OLED) and Sony X85J (LCD) are both very good for news, talk, & other TV.
The LG A1 excels in upscaling and has superior viewing angles, making it well-suited for watching news and talk shows with consistent colors and clarity from various seating positions. Conversely, the Sony X85J offers better SDR brightness, which enhances its ability to display clear images in well-lit environments, although its local dimming is absent which may affect contrast quality in dark scenes.
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How the LG A1 (OLED) and the Sony X85J (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| LG A1 (OLED) | Sony X85J (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,148 | $1,000 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 2, 2021 | April 3, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | OLED55A1 | KD-55X85J | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 55" | 55" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | webOS | Android TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.6/10 | 7.5/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | Yes | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 3 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 8.3/10 | 7.3/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.9/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 8/10 | 7.3/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 27.8" x 48.3" x 1.8" | 28" x 48.5" x 2.8" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 30.2" x 48.3" | 30.9" x 48.5" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 40.6 lbs | 37.1 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 200 x 200 | 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 | 10/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 10/10 | 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 | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | |
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About LG
LG, a prominent TV brand from Korea, has played a significant role in popularizing OLED TVs. OLED technology is hailed as the future of TV technology. Their TVs employ WebOS, a proprietary smart TV software that not only offers seamless functionality but also includes gaming-specific features, earning praise from players worldwide. Often regarded as the gateway to unparalleled viewing experiences, LG's mid-range OLEDs come highly recommended, making them a worthwhile investment for those willing to stretch their budget for superior quality.
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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