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If you value a higher-quality picture and performance, especially for fast-moving content like sports or action movies, the Sony X85J would be a better choice as it generally offers better motion handling and picture quality. However, the TCL S450G might be more suitable if you're on a budget and seeking a basic TV for everyday use like watching TV shows or the news. The Sony X85J also has a higher refresh rate, which can be a significant advantage for gaming and watching sports. On the other hand, if your TV room is very bright, both of these options might not perform as well as some other models designed specifically for bright-room viewing. The TCL is much more affordable, but the tradeoff comes in terms of overall picture quality and performance features. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Sony X85J (LCD)
- Good for bright room
- Good for gaming
- Good for sports
- Very good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
- Best in class for upscaling
- Best in class motion processing
Advantages of the TCL S450G (LCD)
- The TCL S450G (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Sony X85J (LCD).
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.3
5.9
7.88/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
7.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.2/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Sony X85J (LCD) has good picture quality, while the TCL S450G (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.5
5.6
7.88/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
6.9/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.1/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X85J (LCD) is only fair for movies & TV, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
The Sony X85J provides a better movie and cinematic TV experience because it has a higher contrast and better black uniformity, which are especially important for watching content in dark environments. The TCL S450G scores lower in these areas, and also offers poorer color representation out of the box and a less voluminous color range, making it less ideal for those looking to enjoy movies and cinematic TV at their best.
Sports
7.2
6.1
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X85J (LCD) is good for sports, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X85J is better for watching sports because of its good motion processing and response time, allowing for smoother action with less blur, and it has a higher refresh rate of 120Hz compared to the TCL S450G which has a lower refresh rate and only fair motion processing, leading to more motion blur during fast scenes. Additionally, the Sony X85J handles reflections better, making it a better choice for bright rooms, whereas the TCL S450G might struggle with glare due to its only fair reflection handling.
Gaming
7.6
5.6
7.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.7/10
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
18.0/100
7.5/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.7/10
The Sony X85J (LCD) is good for gaming, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
The Sony X85J is well-suited for gaming due to its good response time and input lag, as well as a high refresh rate, which helps in delivering a smoother gaming experience. In contrast, the TCL S450G, while having the best score for input lag which is beneficial for gaming, suffers from poor response time and a lower refresh rate, making it less optimal for fast-paced games where quick screen updates are critical.
Cartoons & Animation
8.6
5.8
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
7.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.2/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
9.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.2/10
8.2/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.6/10
The Sony X85J (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
The Sony X85J excels in displaying cartoons and animation due to its "excellent" colors out of the box and a strong color gamut, while the TCL S450G performs poorly in this content category because it has "fair" colors out of the box and a weak color gamut. This difference is significant as vibrant and accurate colors are crucial for the best viewing experience of such content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.2
5.6
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
The Sony X85J (LCD) is very good for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
The Sony X85J is more suitable for watching news, talk shows, and other TV programs due to its very good upscaling capabilities and excellent color performance out of the box, allowing it to handle non-high-definition content well and display accurate colors immediately. In contrast, the TCL S450G is considered poor for these types of content because it offers only fair upscaling and colors out of the box, potentially resulting in less clear images and less accurate color reproduction.
Bright Room
7.3
5.7
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.0/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
7.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.6/10
The Sony X85J (LCD) is good for bright room, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
The Sony X85J performs better in a bright room due to higher contrast, SDR and HDR brightness levels, and better reflection handling. In comparison, the TCL S450G struggles with lower brightness scores and poorer reflection management, which may affect viewing quality in well-lit environments.
Cost
$1,200
$348
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Sony X85J (LCD) has a price of $1,200 and the TCL S450G (LCD) costs $348.
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Spec Comparison
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| Sony X85J (LCD) | TCL S450G (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,200 | $348 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Sony | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 4, 2021 | July 1, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | KD-65X85J | 65S450G | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Android TV | Google TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.3/10 | |
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 | 7.3/10 | 6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.4/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.6/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.6/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 7.3/10 | 6.2/10 | |
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 56.9" x 3.2" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 35.6" x 57.2" | 34.6" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 48.7 lbs | 30.9 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 300 x 300 | 200 x 200 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 10 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | Yes | No | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 7.9/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 3.5/10 | |
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 | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | Yes, Bypass only | |
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9 to 5 Google
Ben Schoon | September 2023
"TCL, though, has built much of its success on affordable sets, and the 2023 TCL S Class S4 with Google TV is a testament to just how good of a TV you can get for an affordable price tag"
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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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