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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Sony X95J is a premium option that typically costs much more but offers better overall picture quality, especially in bright rooms, and has superior gaming performance. It also has a higher quality control score and is rated better for watching movies, series, and news. With better motion processing, sound quality, and a higher native refresh rate, it's great for a diverse array of content including sports and gaming. On the other hand, the TCL S546 is a budget-friendly option with respectable picture quality that performs well in dark room settings. However, it isn't as bright, has lower gaming and sports performance, and the sound quality isn't as good as the Sony. Its lower price point makes it a good choice for someone looking for value on a tighter budget or who doesn't need top-of-the-line performance across a variety of uses. So, if your budget allows and you prioritize high-quality picture, gaming and sports experiences, and plan to use the TV in a bright room, the Sony X95J would be the better choice. If you are looking to save money and don't require the highest performance or plan to use the TV mostly in darker settings, the TCL S546 may suffice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Sony X95J (LCD)
- Excellent for bright room
- Very good for dark room
- Very good for gaming
- Very good for movies & TV
- Very 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
- Very good reflections
Advantages of the TCL S546 (LCD)
- The TCL S546 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Sony X95J (LCD).
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.0
7.4
7.50/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.0/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Sony X95J (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the TCL S546 (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.0
7.0
7.50/10
CONTRAST
8.21/10
6.1/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X95J (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the TCL S546 (LCD) is good.
The Sony X95J is very good for watching movies and cinematic TV due to its high contrast, effective local dimming, and acceptable black uniformity, which enhance the cinematic experience, especially in dark scenes. The TCL S546, while also good for movies, delivers less precise local dimming and lower black uniformity, slightly diminishing the depth and detail in darker content, but it still offers a high contrast ratio and rich colors that contribute to a pleasant viewing experience.
Sports
8.0
6.3
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
7.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.0/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
8.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X95J (LCD) is very good for sports, while the TCL S546 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X95J provides a superior experience for watching sports because it has excellent motion processing, which is crucial for fast-paced action, and handles reflections better, ensuring clear visibility even in bright rooms. On the other hand, the TCL S546 is fair in these areas, so it might not keep up with rapid movements as smoothly and could be more prone to glare in well-lit environments.
Gaming
8.2
6.6
8.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
7.6/10
7.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.0/10
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
85.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
60.0/100
9.1/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.9/10
The Sony X95J (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the TCL S546 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X95J has very good response time and good input lag, making for smooth gaming experiences and quick reaction to inputs, whereas the TCL S546, while still having good input lag, falls short with merely fair response time which can result in more noticeable blur during fast-paced games. Additionally, the Sony's 120Hz refresh rate provides a smoother picture than the TCL's 60Hz, which is especially beneficial for high-speed gaming.
Cartoons & Animation
8.6
6.6
7.7/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.8/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
8.0/10
8.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
8.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
4.4/10
8.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
The Sony X95J (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL S546 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X95J is better suited for watching cartoons and animation as it delivers colors that are very good out of the box, which means colors will appear accurately without much need for adjustment, and it has a good color gamut, ensuring a wider range of colors can be displayed. In contrast, the TCL S546, while having very good color volume, indicating its ability to display a range of colors at different luminance levels, falls short with colors that are poor out of the box, leading to less accurate color representation initially.
News, Talk, & Other TV
9.1
6.4
8.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
The Sony X95J (LCD) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S546 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X95J provides superior upscaling and SDR brightness compared to the TCL S546, which is essential for clear image quality while watching news and other standard-definition TV shows. Additionally, the X95J's better color accuracy out of the box and more effective local dimming enhance the overall picture quality, offering a more vivid and consistent viewing experience than the TCL S546.
Bright Room
9.4
7.2
6.0/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
8.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.2/10
9.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.8/10
8.4/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.0/10
The Sony X95J (LCD) is excellent for bright room, while the TCL S546 (LCD) is good.
The Sony X95J provides a better watching experience in a bright room due to its excellent brightness capabilities and very good reflection handling, compared to the TCL S546 which has good brightness but only fair performance when dealing with reflections. Although both TVs offer good SDR and HDR brightness, the Sony X95J's superior handling of reflections and higher brightness make it more suitable for well-lit environments.
Cost
$1,425
$500
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Sony X95J (LCD) has a price of $1,425 and the TCL S546 (LCD) costs $500.
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How the Sony X95J (LCD) and the TCL S546 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Sony X95J (LCD) | TCL S546 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,425 | $500 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Sony | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | August 3, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | XR-65X95J | 65S546 | |
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 | 8.3/10 | 5.9/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.5/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.2/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 8/10 | 6.4/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 32.9" x 56.9" x 26" | 32.9" x 56.9" x 3" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 33.5" x 56.9" | 34.8" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 60.6 lbs | 47.4 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 | 7.5/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8.4/10 | 5.7/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.1 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 50 W | 16 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | Up to DTS Digital Surround, Bypass only | No | |
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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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