The Sony X90L provides a better overall viewing experience, particularly for movies and gaming, with higher quality motion handling and a 120Hz refresh rate, which is twice that of the Vizio V-Series' 60Hz. For bright rooms, the Sony X90L is superior as it has better reflection handling and gets brighter to combat glare. However, considering the cost, the Vizio V-Series is less expensive and still offers a respectable picture quality. If budget is a primary concern and you're looking for a decent TV for everyday use, such as watching TV shows or news, the Vizio may suffice. If you're willing to invest more for a higher performance in fast-moving content and a better experience in well-lit environments, the Sony is the better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Sony X90L (LCD)
Very good for bright room
Good for dark room
Very good for gaming
Good for movies & TV
Good for sports
Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
Very good for cartoons & animation
Good for use as monitor
Best in class for upscaling
Best in class motion processing
Advantages of the Vizio V-Series '22 (LCD)
The Vizio V-Series '22 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Sony X90L (LCD).
Key differences
Picture Quality
7.8/10
6.2/10
7.125/10
CONTRAST
6.00/10
8.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Sony X90L (LCD) has good picture quality, while the Vizio V-Series '22 (LCD) has only fair picture quality.
Movies & TV
7.6/10
5.8/10
7.125/10
CONTRAST
6.00/10
6.0/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.2/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
5.5/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X90L (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the Vizio V-Series '22 (LCD) is poor.
The Sony X90L provides a high contrast ratio and effective local dimming which are essential for a deep black level, making it well-suited for movies and cinematic TV; its very good black uniformity further enhances this experience. In contrast, the Vizio V-Series '22 lacks local dimming and has lower black uniformity, reducing its capability to deliver the same level of movie and cinematic quality.
Sports
7.2/10
6.0/10
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.9/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
7.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
5.5/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X90L (LCD) is good for sports, while the Vizio V-Series '22 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X90L outperforms the Vizio V-Series '22 for sports watching due to its very good response time which helps maintain clarity during fast-moving scenes and its very good motion processing that reduces motion blur. In contrast, the Vizio has a fair response time and motion processing, which means it's less capable of handling fast-paced action without some blur, and it may not handle reflections as well, affecting its performance in bright rooms.
Gaming
8.1/10
5.8/10
8.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.7/10
7.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
3.9/10
73.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
0.0/100
8.6/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
The Sony X90L (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Vizio V-Series '22 (LCD) is poor.
The Sony X90L stands out for gaming due to its excellent response time and low input lag, alongside its higher refresh rate, which enhance the gaming experience by providing quicker on-screen action and smoother motion. On the other hand, the Vizio V-Series '22 performs poorly in gaming because it has a lower refresh rate and its response time and input lag are less optimal for fast-paced games, resulting in slower reactions and potential motion blur.
Cartoons & Animation
8.6/10
6.7/10
7.7/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
8.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.3/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
8.0/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
9.1/10
6.6/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
5.4/10
The Sony X90L (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the Vizio V-Series '22 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X90L delivers very good out-of-the-box colors and a good range of colors (color gamut) which enhances the viewing experience for cartoons and animation. In contrast, the Vizio V-Series '22 shows excellent out-of-the-box colors but falls short with a poor color gamut, which limits the richness and range of colors displayed during animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
9.0/10
5.7/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
5.5/10
The Sony X90L (LCD) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the Vizio V-Series '22 (LCD) is poor.
The Sony X90L excels in upscaling lower resolution content, ensuring that news and talk shows look sharp even if they're not broadcast in high definition, and it provides excellent brightness for viewing in various lighting conditions. In contrast, the Vizio V-Series '22 struggles with upscaling, potentially resulting in less clarity for standard definition content, and only offers fair brightness, which may disappoint in brighter rooms.
Bright Room
8.6/10
5.9/10
5.5/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.2/10
9.4/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.3/10
8.3/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
5.9/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.6/10
The Sony X90L (LCD) is very good for bright room, while the Vizio V-Series '22 (LCD) is poor.
The Sony X90L is superior in a bright room because it has excellent SDR and HDR brightness, which makes the picture appear clearer and more vibrant in well-lit conditions, whereas the Vizio V-Series '22 is rated as fair in both SDR and HDR brightness, leading to a less brilliant picture in the same conditions. Furthermore, the Sony handles reflections poorly; however, the Vizio, despite being rated fair in reflection handling, cannot overcome its lower brightness capabilities, reinforcing the Sony's advantage in bright environments.
Cost
$998
$750
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Sony X90L (LCD) has a price of $998 and the Vizio V-Series '22 (LCD) costs $750.
How the Sony X90L (LCD) and the Vizio V-Series '22 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
Sony X90L (LCD)
Vizio V-Series '22 (LCD)
GENERAL
Price
Price
$998
$750
Brand
Brand
Sony
Vizio
Release Date
Release Date
August 1, 2023
August 5, 2022
Full name
Full name
XR-65X90L
V655M
Screen Size
Screen Size
65"
65"
Screen Resolution
Screen Resolution
4K
4K
Screen Type
Screen Type
LCD
LCD
Screen Sub-type
Screen Sub-type
LED FALD VA
LED VA
Smart TV
Smart TV
Yes
Yes
TV FEATURES
Operating System
Operating System
Google TV
SmartCast
Sound Quality Score
Sound Quality Score
8.3/10
6.1/10
NextGen Ready
NextGen Ready
Yes
No
HDMI Ports
HDMI Ports
4
3
Coax Ports
Coax Ports
1
1
Refresh Rate
Refresh Rate
120Hz
60Hz
Variable Refresh Rate
Variable Refresh Rate
Yes
Yes
HDR Supported formats
HDR Supported formats
HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG
HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG
Accessibility
Accessibility
Voice Commands
None
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES
Picture Quality Score
Picture Quality Score
7.8/10
6.3/10
Bright Room Score
Bright Room Score
8.6/10
6/10
Gaming Score
Gaming Score
8.2/10
5.8/10
Movies & TV Score
Movies & TV Score
7.6/10
5.8/10
Sports Score
Sports Score
7.2/10
6.1/10
News, Talk, & Other TV Score
News, Talk, & Other TV Score
9/10
5.8/10
Cartoons & Animation Score
Cartoons & Animation Score
8.7/10
6.8/10
Use as Monitor Score
Use as Monitor 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)
32.7" x 57" x 2.2"
32.7" x 56.9" x 2.9"
Dimensions with Stand (H x W)
Dimensions with Stand (H x W)
34" x 57"
35.5" x 56.9"
Weight without Stand
Weight without Stand
53.4 lbs
40.2 lbs
VESA Mount
VESA Mount
300 x 300
400 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
7.1/10
6/10
Local Dimming
Local Dimming
6.8/10
2.5/10
Gaming Local Dimming
Gaming Local Dimming
7.3/100
0/100
Game HDR Brightness Score
Game HDR Brightness Score
8.7/10
5.8/10
SDR Brightness Score
SDR Brightness Score
9.4/10
6.4/10
HDR Brightness Score
HDR Brightness Score
8.4/10
5.6/10
Gray Uniformity
Gray Uniformity
6.6/10
5.5/10
Black Uniformity
Black Uniformity
6/10
6.3/10
Viewing Angle
Viewing Angle
5.6/10
5.2/10
Reflections Score
Reflections Score
6/10
6.7/10
Upscaling
Upscaling
10/10
5.5/10
Motion Processing
Motion Processing
10/10
3.9/10
Color Gamut Score
Color Gamut Score
7.8/10
5.9/10
Color Volume Score
Color Volume Score
8.9/10
6.3/10
Response Time Score
Response Time Score
8.1/10
6.7/10
Input Lag Score
Input Lag Score
7/10
8.8/10
Colors Out of the Box Score
Colors Out of the Box Score
8/10
9.2/10
Quality Control
Quality Control
10/10
6.3/10
Chroma Subsampling Score
Chroma Subsampling Score
8/10
7/10
SOUND
Speaker Setup
Speaker Setup
2.2
2.0
Speaker Power
Speaker Power
30 W
20 W
Dolby Atmos
Dolby Atmos
Yes
Yes
DTS:X
DTS:X
Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only
Yes
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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 Vizio
Vizio is an American company. While they initially gained recognition for offering budget-friendly TVs, they have successfully expanded their product lineup to include high-end options as well. They manufacture TVs primarily in Mexico, China, and Vietnam. Similar to many Korean TV brands, Vizio developed its own smart TV software called SmartCast. In the past, SmartCast was not the best smart TV software, but it has evolved so that it is now good for using your TV and connecting to streaming services.
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