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The Sony X85J is a bit more expensive and offers better performance for sports content but is not as good in dark rooms compared to the Sony X90K. The Sony X90K, usually less expensive, performs notably better in dark rooms and provides a marginal improvement in overall picture quality and gaming. Both are suitable for bright rooms, but if the budget allows and better dark room performance is a priority, the X90K is the better option. If price is a concern or you primarily watch sports in well-lit rooms, consider the X85J. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Sony X85J (LCD)
- The Sony X85J (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Sony X90K (LCD).
Advantages of the Sony X90K (LCD)
- Very good for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Very good for gaming
- Good for movies & TV
- Good for use as monitor
Key differences
Movies & TV
6.5
7.5
7.88/10
CONTRAST
7.38/10
6.9/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.1/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X90K (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Sony X85J (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X90K has local dimming, which enhances contrast and black uniformity, making it superior for movies and cinematic TV compared to the Sony X85J, which lacks this feature. Additionally, despite both TVs having good color accuracy out of the box, the X90K's superior black uniformity and contrast provide a richer viewing experience in darker scenes.
Gaming
7.6
8.1
7.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.0/10
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.0/10
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
76.0/100
7.5/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.6/10
The Sony X90K (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Sony X85J (LCD) is good.
The Sony X90K is superior for gaming as it has a higher response time and the same input lag as the Sony X85J, crucial for fast-paced gaming performance, but both have an equally high refresh rate satisfying gamers' need for smooth gameplay. While the X85J is rated good in response time, the X90K's very good response time minimizes motion blur, making it a more responsive option for gaming.
Cartoons & Animation
8.6
8.0
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.7/10
7.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.7/10
9.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.0/10
8.2/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.6/10
The Sony X85J (LCD) and Sony X90K (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation, though the Sony X85J (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Sony X85J excels in displaying animation with colors that are impressive out of the box and a good color gamut ensuring a broad spectrum of hues, which is crucial for vibrant cartoons. While the Sony X90K also provides good colors out of the box and a good color gamut, it offers improved color volume, which means it can maintain the quality of its colors across a range of brightness levels, benefiting contrast and brightness scenarios in animated content.
Bright Room
7.3
8.0
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.4/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.7/10
7.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.3/10
The Sony X90K (LCD) is very good for bright room, while the Sony X85J (LCD) is good.
The Sony X90K is better suited for bright rooms than the Sony X85J as it handles reflections more effectively—displaying fair performance compared to the X85J's poor performance in this area. Both models offer very good SDR and HDR brightness, which enhances their usability in well-lit environments, but the higher reflections handling capability of the X90K provides an edge over the X85J.
Cost
$1,200
$998
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Sony X85J (LCD) has a price of $1,200 and the Sony X90K (LCD) costs $998.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
7.3
7.7
7.88/10
CONTRAST
7.38/10
7.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
TBD
The Sony X90K (LCD) and Sony X85J (LCD) both have good picture quality.
Sports
7.2
7.1
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.0/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.7/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X85J (LCD) and Sony X90K (LCD) are both good for sports.
The Sony X85J is good for watching sports because of its ability to handle motion very well and has low reflection handling which is advantageous in bright rooms; however, it has a narrower viewing angle which might not be as good for large groups. On the other hand, the Sony X90K also offers great motion handling and has a slightly better control over reflections, a somewhat better response time which is great for fast-paced sports, but similar to the X85J, it only has a slightly wider viewing angle, so it's still not ideal for very wide seating arrangements.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.2
8.7
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.7/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
The Sony X90K (LCD) and Sony X85J (LCD) are both very good for news, talk, & other TV.
The Sony X85J and Sony X90K both excel in upscaling lower resolution content, which is crucial for enjoying news and talk shows that may not be broadcast in high definition. They are also praised for their SDR brightness, ensuring clear and vivid images in various lighting conditions, although the X90K, with its local dimming feature, might provide a slightly better contrast than the X85J, enhancing the depth and detail for such programs.
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How the Sony X85J (LCD) and the Sony X90K (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Sony X85J (LCD) | Sony X90K (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,200 | $998 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Sony | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 4, 2021 | May 2, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | KD-65X85J | XR-65X90K | |
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 | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
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 | 7.3/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.4/10 | 8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.6/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.6/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 7.3/10 | 7.2/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.8" x 57.2" x 2.8" | 32.8" x 57.2" x 2.8" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.6" x 57.2" | 34" x 57.2" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 48.7 lbs | 50.5 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 | 7.9/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 7.2/10 | |
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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Al Griffin | December 2022
"As Sony’s next-to-flagship LCD TV, the X90K series delivers impressive performance for the price. The XR90K had fairly accurate out-of-box color. The TV’s multi-position stand lets you either set the screen flush with any stand its mounted on or elevate it to clear space for a soundbar. With the latter option, you get around 3 inches of clearance enough to accommodate most soundbars. The X90K’s excellent suite of gaming features ranks it up there with the best 120 Hz 4K TVs."
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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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