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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Sony X95K is a premium option with an overall better picture quality, superior gaming and sports viewing experience, and better performance in both dark and bright rooms compared to the TCL S450G. It has better local dimming and higher HDR brightness, which means more vibrant colors and brighter highlights in high dynamic range content. If gaming is important to you, the Sony X95K has a higher response time and lower input lag, providing a smoother gaming experience. It also boasts better sound with built-in great speakers. In contrast, the TCL S450G is a budget-friendly choice and while it offers decent picture quality and good upscaling, its performance in dark rooms, brightness, and motion processing are not as strong as the Sony. The TCL has a slower response time which is less ideal for gaming, and the sound quality might not be as rich since it doesn't have as powerful speakers. If you prioritize picture quality, gaming, and sound and you are willing to pay more, the Sony X95K is the better choice. However, if you are looking for a more economical option and can compromise on some features, the TCL S450G would be suitable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Sony X95K (LCD)
- Best in class 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 S450G (LCD)
- The TCL S450G (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Sony X95K (LCD).
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.0
5.9
7.50/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.2/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Sony X95K (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the TCL S450G (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.0
5.6
7.50/10
CONTRAST
5.64/10
6.1/10
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 X95K (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
The Sony X95K excels in watching movies and cinematic TV primarily due to its superior contrast, effective local dimming, and good black uniformity, which enhance the deep black levels and overall picture quality necessary for dark scenes. On the other hand, the TCL S450G's performance is lower in these key areas, notably having poor local dimming and lower contrast, leading to a less immersive experience in movie watching and content with cinematic visuals.
Sports
8.0
6.1
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
7.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X95K (LCD) is very good for sports, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X95K outperforms the TCL S450G in watching sports mainly because of its superior motion processing and response time, which are crucial for fast-moving content. Additionally, the Sony handles reflections better and has wider viewing angles, making it more versatile for different viewing environments, whereas the TCL struggles with these aspects.
Gaming
8.2
5.6
8.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
5.7/10
7.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
85.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
18.0/100
9.1/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.7/10
The Sony X95K (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
The Sony X95K delivers a very good gaming experience due to its excellent response time and very good input lag performance, enabling fluid motion and quick reaction to inputs. In contrast, the TCL S450G offers poor response time and although it has the best input lag performance, it may still result in less smooth movement and delayed response to gaming actions.
Cartoons & Animation
8.7
5.8
7.7/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
5.9/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
6.2/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
8.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
6.2/10
8.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.6/10
The Sony X95K (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
The Sony X95K delivers a very good color performance straight out of the box and boasts a good color gamut, making animations look vibrant and true to life; by contrast, the TCL S450G has fair color accuracy initially and a poor color gamut, resulting in less vivid and less consistent coloring when watching cartoons. Additionally, the Sony X95K has superior uniformity in both color volume and grays, further enhancing the animated content, whereas the TCL S450G's performance in these aspects is fair to poor, leading to a more uneven and less immersive viewing experience.
News, Talk, & Other TV
9.1
5.6
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
6.0/10
The Sony X95K (LCD) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
The Sony X95K is excellent for news, talk shows, and TV programs due to its superior performance in upscaling and SDR brightness, which ensures a clear and bright picture on all content. The TCL S450G, on the other hand, is considered poor in this regard because it struggles with these aspects, leading to a less sharp and dim image which can make details harder to see, especially in well-lit environments.
Bright Room
9.5
5.7
6.0/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.0/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
9.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.5/10
8.4/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.6/10
The Sony X95K (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the TCL S450G (LCD) is poor.
The Sony X95K provides excellent SDR and HDR brightness levels and very good reflection handling, making it suitable for bright room viewing, whereas the TCL S450G struggles with poor SDR and HDR brightness and only fair performance in reflections handling, rendering it less effective in bright environments. Additionally, the Sony X95K's superior contrast, color volume, and color gamut further enhance its bright room performance, attributes where the TCL S450G falls short.
Cost
$1,998
$400
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Sony X95K (LCD) has a price of $1,998 and the TCL S450G (LCD) costs $400.
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Spec Comparison
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| Sony X95K (LCD) | TCL S450G (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,998 | $400 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Sony | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 3, 2022 | July 1, 2023 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | XR-65X95K | 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 | 9.5/10 | 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 | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.6/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.2/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 8/10 | 6.2/10 | |
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 2.4" | 32.8" x 56.9" x 3.2" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 33.4" x 56.9" | 34.6" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 70.8 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 | 7.5/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8.4/10 | 3.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 4.2 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 60 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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