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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Sony X85J is generally less expensive than the TCL R648. For watching movies and viewing content in dark rooms, the TCL R648 performs better with higher scores, but the Sony X85J is the better option for sports content. Regarding bright room viewing, both TVs offer similar performance. If gaming is a priority, the TCL R648 has a slightly higher score, but the Sony X85J is not far behind. Both TVs support HDR and have similar input lag times, which is important for gamers. The TCL R648 has better sound quality with a 2.1 speaker setup compared to the 2.0 setup on the Sony X85J. Considering these tradeoffs, the Sony X85J is a more budget-friendly option with strong performance in sports content and bright rooms, while the TCL R648 may be worth the higher price for its superior dark room viewing and sound quality. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Sony X85J (LCD)
- Good for sports
- Very good for news, talk, & other TV
- Best in class for upscaling
- Best in class motion processing
Advantages of the TCL R648 (LCD)
- Very good for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Very good for gaming
- Good for movies & TV
- Good for use as monitor
- Very good reflections
Key differences
Movies & TV
6.5
7.6
7.88/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
6.9/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.5/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL R648 (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Sony X85J (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X85J is viewed as fair for movies and cinematic TV because it lacks local dimming, which can enhance contrast and black uniformity, and also has a poor viewing angle which affects the visibility from side seats. In contrast, the TCL R648 is good as it features local dimming with a mini LED backlight, resulting in better contrast and black uniformity, and has very good reflection handling, but it also comes with a lower viewing angle and colors that may need some adjustment out of the box.
Sports
7.2
6.5
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X85J (LCD) is good for sports, while the TCL R648 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X85J performs better for sports due to its excellent motion processing which minimizes blur during fast-paced scenes and has a lower response time, ensuring a more fluid picture, but it struggles with reflections and has a narrower viewing angle. The TCL R648, while handling reflections better, falls short in motion processing and response time, resulting in more motion blur and slower scene transitions, which could impact the clarity during sports games.
Gaming
7.6
8.2
7.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.2/10
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
7.5/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
The TCL R648 (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Sony X85J (LCD) is good.
For gaming, the TCL R648 excels with less lag when responding to controller inputs and a quicker screen response, enhancing gameplay fluidity, whereas the Sony X85J, while good, offers slower response times and higher input lag which might not be as smooth for fast-paced gaming. Both TVs have a 120Hz refresh rate, providing smooth motion for high-frame-rate games.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.2
7.5
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
The Sony X85J (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL R648 (LCD) is good.
The Sony X85J excels in upscaling lower resolution content, such as standard daytime television, ensuring clarity and detail preservation, which is pivotal for news and talk shows, and has excellent colors out of the box, providing a more natural and vibrant viewing experience without the need for immediate calibration. On the other hand, the TCL R648, while also good for watching news and other TV programs, stands out with its excellent SDR brightness, making it a suitable option for well-lit rooms, although it might not match the Sony in terms of color accuracy and upscaling quality.
Bright Room
7.3
8.1
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
7.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.9/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.0/10
The TCL R648 (LCD) is very good for bright room, while the Sony X85J (LCD) is good.
The TCL R648 boasts better performance in bright rooms because of its excellent reflection handling, which means fewer distractions from ambient light reflections on the screen, and it has higher SDR and HDR brightness, making the picture pop even in sunlight. On the other hand, the Sony X85J has lower brightness levels and poor reflection handling, meaning it might not be as clear or vibrant under the same conditions.
Cost
$1,200
$2,000
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Sony X85J (LCD) has a price of $1,200 and the TCL R648 (LCD) costs $2,000.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
7.3
7.7
7.88/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
7.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.6/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL R648 (LCD) and Sony X85J (LCD) both have good picture quality.
Cartoons & Animation
8.6
8.6
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.8/10
7.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.6/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
9.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.0/10
8.2/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
The TCL R648 (LCD) and Sony X85J (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The Sony X85J excels in displaying cartoons and animation due to its excellent colors out of the box, ensuring vibrant and accurate hues without much tweaking, and a very good color gamut, which allows it to produce a wide range of colors. Similarly, the TCL R648 also performs very well with animation, with an excellent color gamut that provides an extensive spectrum of colors, though its colors out of the box are not quite as strong as the Sony's, which might require some adjustments for optimal performance.
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How the Sony X85J (LCD) and the TCL R648 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Sony X85J (LCD) | TCL R648 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,200 | $2,000 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Sony | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 4, 2021 | May 1, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | KD-65X85J | 65R648 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 8K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Android TV | Roku TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | Yes | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 7.3/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.4/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.6/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.6/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 7.3/10 | 6.6/10 | |
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" | 32.7" x 57" x 3" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.6" x 57.2" | 35.1" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 48.7 lbs | 70.1 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 300 x 300 | 400 x 400 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.1 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 50 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | Yes, Bypass only | |
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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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