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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Sony X95J is a premium-priced TV, which is more expensive than the Sony X93L. The X95J generally offers slightly better overall picture quality, making it a good choice for those who prioritize top-notch viewing experiences for movies and series. It also performs slightly better in dark rooms, which is beneficial if you frequently watch content in a darker environment. On the other hand, the Sony X93L is priced in the upper midrange and could be a compelling option for those who are cost-conscious but still want good quality. It provides a slightly better gaming experience, making it suitable for gamers. Additionally, it has excellent sound quality, which could save you the additional cost of a sound system. Both TVs are similar in terms of bright room performance, sports content viewing, and have great speakers, but neither is particularly strong when viewed from wide angles. Choose the X95J if you value slightly better picture and dark room performance more than cost savings. Opt for the X93L if you want to save money and get a TV that's better suited for gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Sony X95J (LCD)
- The Sony X95J (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Sony X93L (LCD).
Advantages of the Sony X93L (LCD)
- Excellent for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Very good for gaming
- Good for movies & TV
- Very good for sports
- Very good reflections
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.3
7.9
7.88/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
7.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.7/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Sony X93L (LCD) and Sony X95J (LCD) both have good picture quality, though the Sony X93L (LCD) has somewhat better picture quality.
Movies & TV
6.5
7.9
7.88/10
CONTRAST
7.00/10
6.9/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.7/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X93L (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Sony X95J (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X93L delivers strong contrast, great local dimming, and outstanding black uniformity, making it suitable for movies and cinematic content, but its colors out of the box and viewing angles are just good, which may affect the viewing experience depending on the setup. On the other hand, the Sony X95J features even better contrast and local dimming, enhancing its performance for cinematic viewing, and it also has very good colors out of the box and slightly better viewing angles, but it falls short in black uniformity compared to the X93L.
Sports
7.2
8.0
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
9.0/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X93L (LCD) is very good for sports, while the Sony X95J (LCD) is good.
The Sony X93L and Sony X95J both excel in watching sports due to their fast response time and effective motion processing, which ensures smooth action without blur. They handle reflections well and offer relatively wide viewing angles, but the Sony X93L has a slightly better viewing angle and gray uniformity, which can be beneficial for viewing with groups and maintaining consistent image quality across the screen.
Gaming
7.6
8.3
7.8/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.3/10
7.6/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.0/10
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
85.0/100
7.5/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.8/10
The Sony X93L (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Sony X95J (LCD) is good.
The Sony X93L and X95J both offer very good gaming experiences due to their very good response times and input lag performances. While both TVs provide smooth motion handling and quick responsiveness for gaming, keep in mind that the latest features like variable refresh rate might not be supported by these models.
News, Talk, & Other TV
8.2
8.9
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
The Sony X93L (LCD) and Sony X95J (LCD) are both very good for news, talk, & other TV, though the Sony X93L (LCD) is somewhat better.
The Sony X93L is a great choice for watching news and TV programs as it has excellent SDR brightness and good performance in upscaling, which enhances lower resolution content. The Sony X95J, on the other hand, offers slightly better contrast and local dimming features, leading to superior picture quality in these settings, making it an exceptional option for the same purposes.
Bright Room
7.3
9.4
5.3/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.8/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
7.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.9/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.4/10
The Sony X93L (LCD) is excellent for bright room, while the Sony X95J (LCD) is good.
The Sony X95J has a higher HDR brightness which enhances the viewing experience in a bright room and deals with reflections very effectively, while the Sony X93L, despite its excellent SDR brightness and very good reflection handling, has slightly less HDR brightness which may impact viewing quality in very bright conditions. Both are strong contenders for bright room viewing due to their good color volume and color gamut, although the X95J has a slight edge in contrast, which helps it maintain image quality in various lighting.
Cost
$2,500
$2,899
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
$4,500
The Sony X95J (LCD) has a price of $2,500 and the Sony X93L (LCD) costs $2,899.
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Key similarities
Cartoons & Animation
8.6
8.5
7.3/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.6/10
7.3/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.7/10
8.5/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.0/10
9.1/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.8/10
8.2/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
8.2/10
The Sony X95J (LCD) and Sony X93L (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The Sony X93L displays colors out of the box with good accuracy and has a good color gamut, which are essential for vibrant and true-to-life animation. On the other hand, the Sony X95J excels with very good color accuracy right out of the box and similarly has a good color gamut, ensuring cartoons and animation are displayed with rich and consistent colors.
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How the Sony X95J (LCD) and the Sony X93L (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Sony X95J (LCD) | Sony X93L (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,500 | $2,899 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Sony | Sony | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 6, 2021 | June 1, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | KD-85X85J | XR-85X93L | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 85" | 85" | |
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 | 9.2/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 7.4/10 | 9.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.6/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 6.6/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 7.3/10 | 8.1/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 42.9" x 74.9" x 2.9" | 42.8" x 74.4" x 2.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 46.4" x 74.9" | 43.8" x 74.4" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 98.1 lbs | 117.2 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 400 | 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 | 7.6/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.2 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 60 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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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.
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