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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Sony X77L has a lower midrange price, making it less expensive than the Vizio P-Series. The Sony performs decently for sports and has a great quality control score, but it might not be the best choice for viewing in dark rooms due to its low dark room score. It also has fewer HDMI ports and supports fewer HDR formats. The Vizio P-Series is more expensive but offers better overall picture quality and scores higher for gaming, making it a stronger choice for gamers. It also performs better in both dark and bright rooms, supports more HDR formats, and has a higher HDMI port count. If you're on a budget and primarily watch sports or use your TV in well-lit rooms, the Sony might be sufficient. However, if you want better gaming performance, frequently watch movies in dark rooms, and don't mind spending more, the Vizio could be a better fit. 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 P-Series (LCD)
- Very good for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Good for gaming
- Good for movies & TV
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
- Very good reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
5.6
7.9
3.58/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
6.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.1/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) has good picture quality, while the Sony X77L (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.2
7.7
3.58/10
CONTRAST
8.00/10
5.8/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Sony X77L (LCD) is poor.
The Sony X77L falls short in movie watching due to its poor local dimming, lower black uniformity, and subpar color volume, affecting its ability to display deep blacks and rich colors critical for cinematic experiences. In contrast, the Vizio P-Series excels with much higher contrast, effective local dimming, and significantly better black uniformity, providing a more immersive and true-to-life picture for movies and cinematic content.
Gaming
5.8
7.7
5.9/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.0/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
8.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
5.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
6.4/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) is good for gaming, while the Sony X77L (LCD) is poor.
The Sony X77L has a poor response time, which may lead to motion blur during fast-paced games, while the Vizio P-Series offers a better gaming experience with a good response time and higher refresh rate allowing for smoother motion. Additionally, the Vizio P-Series has less input lag compared to the Sony X77L, providing a more responsive experience during gaming.
Cartoons & Animation
6.0
8.3
5.9/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.3/10
6.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.1/10
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
8.8/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.2/10
7.7/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.4/10
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Sony X77L (LCD) is only fair.
The Vizio P-Series showcases very good color performance out of the box and a wide color gamut, which are key for vibrant cartoon and animation viewing, while the Sony X77L delivers only fair color performance and range right out of the box. Additionally, the Vizio offers better color volume and gray uniformity, which contribute to a more consistent and immersive viewing experience compared to the Sony TV, which scores lower in these areas.
News, Talk, & Other TV
6.0
7.2
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the Sony X77L (LCD) is only fair.
The Vizio P-Series is rated higher for watching news and talk shows partly due to its superior SDR brightness and better colors out of the box, which enhance visibility and image quality in various lighting conditions and from the get-go. In contrast, the Sony X77L, while also performing well in SDR brightness and delivering decent colors out of the box, falls short compared to the Vizio P-Series in these particular aspects.
Bright Room
6.0
8.9
7.7/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
6.2/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
6.3/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.6/10
The Vizio P-Series (LCD) is very good for bright room, while the Sony X77L (LCD) is only fair.
The Vizio P-Series outperforms the Sony X77L in a bright room due to its higher SDR and HDR brightness, alongside better handling of reflections, as indicated by its 'very good' scores in these areas compared to the 'fair' and 'good' scores of the Sony X77L. Additionally, the Vizio shows advantages in contrast, color volume, and color gamut which contribute to better overall picture quality in various lighting conditions.
Cost
$688
$998
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Sony X77L (LCD) has a price of $688 and the Vizio P-Series (LCD) costs $998.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.8
6.4
8.5/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
7.0/10
UPSCALING
5.7/10
7.2/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X77L (LCD) and Vizio P-Series (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
The Sony X77L has a fair response time which is critical for fast-moving sports action but it has limited viewing angles which could affect the viewing experience from side seats. The Vizio P-Series generally handles reflections better and has a very good response time, yet its gray uniformity is only rated as good, which might be noticeable during sports with uniform colors like soccer or hockey.
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How the Sony X77L (LCD) and the Vizio P-Series (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Sony X77L (LCD) | Vizio P-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$688 | $998 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Sony | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 4, 2023 | July 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | KD-65X77L | P65Q9-J01 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Google TV | SmartCast | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 6.1/10 | 6.9/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 3 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 5.6/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6/10 | 9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.2/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.9/10 | 6.4/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 33.3" x 57.6" x 2.9" | 32.9" x 57" x 3.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 36" x 57.6" | 34.7" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 45 lbs | 53.3 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 300 x 300 | 400 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 | 3.6/10 | 8/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 3/10 | 6.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 30 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | |
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Sony X77L (LCD)
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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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Brian Westover | October 2021
"We were even more pleased to see that performance had improved across the board, with the display offering better color, brightness, and shorter lag times than the already excellent Roku model. Color accuracy was great right out of the box. The TCL 5-Series Google TV becomes a great option for demanding gamers."
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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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