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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're looking for a TV with better overall picture quality, the Sony X90J is a superior choice. It performs significantly better in dark rooms and comes with a good full-array local dimming feature which contributes to its superior contrast. It also has higher brightness capabilities, which can make a noticeable difference when watching movies or gaming in bright and dark environments. However, the Sony X80K offers a good value with a lower price point. It has decent performance in sports content and bright room viewing but falls short in dark room performance compared to the X90J. The X80K might be more suitable if budget is a key concern and your viewing conditions are generally well-lit or if most content watched isn't heavily reliant on dark scene performance. For gaming, the X90J provides a better experience with faster response time and better motion processing, making it better suited for action-packed games or those sensitive to input lag. Both TVs support similar HDR formats like Dolby Vision and HLG, but if high-quality sound from the TV speakers is important to you, neither of these options stand out as both have standard speaker setups. Overall, if you are willing to invest more for enhanced picture quality and gaming experience, the X90J is the favorable option. If you prefer to save money and require a TV that offers decent performance in bright rooms and for watching sports, then the X80K might suffice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Sony X80K (LCD)
- Good viewing angle
Advantages of the Sony X90J (LCD)
- Good for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Very good for gaming
- Good for movies & TV
- Very good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
- Good for use as monitor
Key differences
Picture Quality
6.0
7.8
5.06/10
CONTRAST
7.63/10
6.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.4/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Sony X90J (LCD) has good picture quality, while the Sony X80K (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.5
7.9
5.06/10
CONTRAST
7.63/10
5.2/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.4/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X90J (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Sony X80K (LCD) is poor.
The Sony X90J has a higher contrast and better local dimming feature which makes it good for movies and cinematic TV, providing deep blacks and pronounced highlights, while the Sony X80K displays weaker blacks due to its lower contrast ratio and lack of local dimming, leading to a less immersive experience for the same content. Additionally, the X90J has better black uniformity which enhances dark scenes, a crucial aspect for watching movies and cinematic TV, compared to the X80K which falls short in this area.
Gaming
5.8
8.2
6.2/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.0/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.0/10
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
80.0/100
6.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
The Sony X90J (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Sony X80K (LCD) is poor.
The Sony X80K's gaming performance is limited by its fair response time and very good input lag, which may lead to less fluid motion and slightly delayed reactions in fast-paced games. Conversely, the Sony X90J delivers a better experience for gamers with its very good response time and good input lag, ensuring smoother transitions and more responsive gameplay.
Cartoons & Animation
7.2
8.3
7.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.0/10
6.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.4/10
7.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
8.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.0/10
8.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
The Sony X90J (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Sony X80K (LCD) is good.
The Sony X80K performs well with colors straight out of the box, which contributes to its effectiveness for cartoons and animation, but has a more limited color volume compared to the Sony X90J. The Sony X90J, on the other hand, offers excellent color reproduction out of the box and boasts a broader color gamut and color volume, providing a richer and more vibrant display for animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.2
8.9
7.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
The Sony X90J (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Sony X80K (LCD) is good.
The Sony X80K is appreciated for watching news, talk shows, and other TV programs because it provides good SDR brightness and decent upscaling, ensuring clear images in most lighting conditions. The Sony X90J, on the other hand, offers very good SDR brightness and superior local dimming, enhancing contrast and making it an even better choice for these types of content in various lighting situations.
Bright Room
6.4
7.6
7.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
7.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
6.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.9/10
6.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The Sony X90J (LCD) is good for bright room, while the Sony X80K (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X90J provides a better viewing experience in a bright room compared to the Sony X80K, primarily because it offers higher SDR and HDR brightness levels, allowing it to combat glare more effectively. Additionally, while both TVs struggle with reflections to some degree, the X90J's local dimming feature, better color volume, and wider color gamut enhance its ability to maintain picture quality in well-lit environments.
Cost
$530
$800
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Sony X80K (LCD) has a price of $530 and the Sony X90J (LCD) costs $800.
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Key similarities
Sports
7.4
7.1
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.0/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
7.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X80K (LCD) and Sony X90J (LCD) are both good for sports.
The Sony X80K offers wider viewing angles which may be beneficial for group watching during sports events, but its response time is only fair leading to some motion blur in fast-paced scenes. The Sony X90J, in contrast, has a very good response time minimizing motion blur, making it more suitable for fast-paced sports action, but poorer viewing angles mean the picture quality may deteriorate when viewed from the side. Both models handle reflections only fairly, so glare in bright rooms could be a concern when watching during the day.
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How the Sony X80K (LCD) and the Sony X90J (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Sony X80K (LCD) | Sony X90J (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$530 | $800 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Sony | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 2, 2022 | April 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | KD-50X80K | XR-50X90J | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 50" | 50" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Android TV | Android TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.7/10 | 7.3/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | Yes | Yes | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.4/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.9/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.5/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 7.4/10 | 7.1/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 25.5" x 44.1" x 2.7" | 25.5" x 44" x 2.7" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 28.1" x 44.1" | 28.1" x 44" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 27.4 lbs | 29.8 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 200 x 200 | 200 x 200 | |
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 | 5.1/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 8/10 | |
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 | Yes | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | |
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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 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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