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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Vizio MQ6 '23 offers a better overall picture quality and is more affordable than the Sony X77L. The Vizio delivers superior performance in dark rooms and has better contrast, which is beneficial for movies and dramatic content. It also scores higher in upscaling and has a lower input lag that can be particularly appealing for gamers. On the other hand, the Sony X77L, while more expensive, offers a better bright room performance, making it a preferable choice if you're going to watch TV in a well-lit environment. It also has a better viewing angle, meaning the picture remains consistent from different seating positions. Both TVs have the same sound quality, and neither has great built-in speakers; considering adding a soundbar or external speakers for a more immersive audio experience. They also both support high dynamic range formats like Dolby Vision and HLG, enhancing the viewing experience with compatible content. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Sony X77L (LCD)
- Good for upscaling
- Very good motion processing
- Good viewing angle
Advantages of the Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD)
- Good for dark room
- Good for movies & TV
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
- Good for cartoons & animation
Key differences
Picture Quality
5.6
7.4
3.58/10
CONTRAST
6.00/10
6.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.2/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD) has good picture quality, while the Sony X77L (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.2
7.3
3.58/10
CONTRAST
6.00/10
5.8/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.4/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Sony X77L (LCD) is poor.
The Sony X77L falls short in watching movies and cinematic TV due to its poor contrast, inadequate local dimming, and subpar black uniformity, which are crucial for a good cinematic experience. In contrast, the Vizio MQ6 '23 excels in these areas—high contrast, effective local dimming, and excellent black uniformity—delivering deeper blacks and more pronounced shadows that enhance movie-watching experiences.
Sports
6.8
6.2
8.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.9/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X77L (LCD) and Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD) are both only fair for sports, though the Sony X77L (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Sony X77L has superior response time and motion processing compared to the Vizio MQ6 '23, which means it handles fast-moving scenes in sports better. However, the Vizio has better gray uniformity and viewing angles, making it more forgiving when watching with a group in a wider seating arrangement.
Gaming
5.8
6.5
5.9/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.4/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
8.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.9/10
5.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
6.4/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.9/10
The Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD) is only fair for gaming, while the Sony X77L (LCD) is poor.
The Sony X77L's performance in gaming is hindered by its poor response time, which affects motion clarity, while the Vizio MQ6 '23 offers a fair response time making it moderately better for gaming. Both TVs, however, exhibit very good input lag which is crucial for timely feedback in games, but the better motion performance of the Vizio MQ6 '23 edges it ahead for gaming.
Cartoons & Animation
6.0
7.4
5.9/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.0/10
6.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.2/10
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
8.8/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.7/10
7.7/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
5.8/10
The Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD) is good for cartoons & animation, while the Sony X77L (LCD) is only fair.
The Vizio MQ6 '23 is rated higher for cartoons & animation partly because it displays a very good color gamut, which allows for a wide range of colors, essential for vibrant animation, compared to the Sony X77L's poor color gamut. Additionally, the Sony model has fair color volume which can affect the depth and richness of colors, while the Vizio has a good color volume, offering more nuanced colors across different brightness levels.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.0
7.1
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
The Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Sony X77L (LCD) is only fair.
The Vizio MQ6 '23 is considered good for watching news, talk shows, and TV programs as it has better SDR brightness and color gamut than the Sony X77L, meaning it can display a wider range of colors more vibrantly in standard dynamic range content. The Sony X77L, while fair in performance, may not deliver as vibrant colors or as bright an image, which could result in a less vivid viewing experience for everyday content such as news and talk shows.
Cost
$448
$400
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The Sony X77L (LCD) has a price of $448 and the Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD) costs $400.
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Key similarities
Bright Room
6.0
6.3
7.7/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.0/10
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
6.2/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.7/10
6.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.6/10
The Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD) and Sony X77L (LCD) are both only fair for bright room.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Sony X77L (LCD) | Vizio MQ6 '23 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$448 | $400 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Sony | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2023 | August 1, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | KD-43X77L | M43Q6M | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 43" | 43" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Google TV | SmartCast | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.1/10 | 6.7/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 3 | 3 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 5.6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.2/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.9/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 22.4" x 38.4" x 2.9" | 21.9" x 37.7" x 2.6" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 25" x 38.4" | 24.2" x 37.7" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 20.5 lbs | 16.31 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 200 x 200 | 200 x 100 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | Yes | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 3.6/10 | 6/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 3/10 | 6.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 16 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Bypass only | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | |
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Milton Clark | September 2023
"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 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.
About Vizio
Vizio is an American company. While they initially gained recognition for offering budget-friendly TVs, they have successfully expanded their product lineup to include high-end options as well. They manufacture TVs primarily in Mexico, China, and Vietnam. Similar to many Korean TV brands, Vizio developed its own smart TV software called SmartCast. In the past, SmartCast was not the best smart TV software, but it has evolved so that it is now good for using your TV and connecting to streaming services.
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