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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize a better streaming experience and gaming performance, including handling reflections in bright rooms, and do not mind spending more, the Sony X80K could be a suitable choice. On the other hand, if you are looking for a more budget-friendly option that still offers good picture quality for movies and a higher contrast ratio for deeper blacks in a dim room, the TCL S546 would be a considerable option, though it may not handle bright rooms as well. Both TVs have similar viewing angles and smart features, but you'll experience a tradeoff between price and performance in certain areas with each choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Sony X80K (LCD)
- Good for sports
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
- Good for cartoons & animation
- Best in class for upscaling
- Best in class motion processing
- Good viewing angle
Advantages of the TCL S546 (LCD)
- Good for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Good for movies & TV
Key differences
Picture Quality
6.0
7.4
5.06/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
6.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.0/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL S546 (LCD) has good picture quality, while the Sony X80K (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.5
7.0
5.06/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
5.2/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL S546 (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Sony X80K (LCD) is poor.
The Sony X80K struggles with movies and cinematic TV mostly because of its limited contrast, poor local dimming, and subpar black uniformity which are crucial for a true cinematic experience. On the other hand, the TCL S546 excels due to its higher contrast, more effective local dimming, and better black uniformity, along with stronger color performance right out of the box, which enhances the overall movie-watching experience.
Sports
7.4
6.3
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.0/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
7.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X80K (LCD) is good for sports, while the TCL S546 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X80K has excellent motion processing, which makes it good for watching sports by providing smooth motion without blurring, and it handles reflections well, but it has limited viewing angles which might not be ideal for group viewings. On the other hand, the TCL S546 struggles with motion due to only fair motion processing and reflection handling, and it also has poor gray uniformity which can be distracting during sports with large uniform color areas like a green football field or an ice hockey rink.
Gaming
5.8
6.6
6.2/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
7.6/10
8.7/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.0/10
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
60.0/100
6.3/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.9/10
The TCL S546 (LCD) is only fair for gaming, while the Sony X80K (LCD) is poor.
The Sony X80K is rated lower in gaming because it has a weaker response time and somewhat lower sound quality, which means it can display motion blur during fast-paced games and provide a less immersive audio experience. In contrast, the TCL S546 offers better response time, reducing motion blur, but sacrifices some sound quality, making it the more suitable option for gamers who prioritize smooth visuals over sound.
Cartoons & Animation
7.2
6.6
7.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.8/10
6.6/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.0/10
7.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
8.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
4.4/10
8.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
The Sony X80K (LCD) is good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL S546 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X80K is preferable for watching cartoons and animation as it produces very good colors out of the box, which means minimal adjustment is needed for accurate colors when you first use the TV. On the other hand, the TCL S546 is considered only fair in this aspect because it requires more tweaking to get the colors right, despite having a good color gamut which indicates a wide range of colors the TV can display.
News, Talk, & Other TV
7.2
6.4
7.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
The Sony X80K (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S546 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X80K excels in upscaling and displays colors accurately straight out of the box, making it a good choice for watching news and daytime TV programs where visual clarity and color accuracy are key. On the other hand, the TCL S546, while offering vibrant colors and high contrast, falls short in upscaling and color accuracy immediately after purchase, which might not render standard definition content like news as crisply, particularly if it is not optimally calibrated.
Bright Room
6.4
7.2
7.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
7.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
6.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.8/10
6.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.0/10
The TCL S546 (LCD) is good for bright room, while the Sony X80K (LCD) is only fair.
The TCL S546 is rated higher in SDR brightness than the Sony X80K, which contributes to its better performance in well-lit rooms; both TVs though, have only fair HDR brightness and handle reflections similarly, making the S546 the better option but neither ideal for very bright environments. The Sony has a somewhat better contrast and color volume, which can improve image quality in darker settings, but its lower brightness might be more noticeable in brighter rooms.
Cost
$798
$398
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Sony X80K (LCD) has a price of $798 and the TCL S546 (LCD) costs $398.
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Spec Comparison
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| Sony X80K (LCD) | TCL S546 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$798 | $398 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Sony | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 4, 2022 | August 3, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | KD-65X80K | 65S546 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
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 | 5.9/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | Yes | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 3 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6.4/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.9/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 7.4/10 | 6.4/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.9" x 57.2" x 2.8" | 32.9" x 56.9" x 3" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.6" x 57.2" | 34.8" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 47.8 lbs | 47.4 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 300 x 300 | 300 x 300 | |
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 | 8.2/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 5.7/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 16 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | Yes | No | |
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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.
About TCL
TCL, the highly recognizable TV brand from China, has firmly established itself as the second-largest manufacturer in terms of sales volume. Renowned for striking an impressive balance between affordability, picture quality, and design, TCL TVs deliver a compelling overall package. While they have traditionally excelled in the low-end and midrange TV segments, TCL has recently made remarkable strides in the realm of high-end televisions, introducing impressive models that rival top competitors. Most TCL TVs use Roku software which is very user friendly and easy to use, but they have a few other models that use Google TV which has the largest app selection, but is not as user friendly as Roku.
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