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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Sony X95K generally offers a premium picture and gaming experience, with excellent motion processing and high brightness for both standard and HDR content, making it well-suited for a variety of lighting conditions including bright rooms. It also has robust sound quality with great speakers. However, this comes at a higher price. On the other hand, the Vizio M-Series is more affordable and still performs well, especially in contrast and color accuracy right out of the box. But its gaming performance and motion processing are less refined than the Sony's. It's also less bright, which may affect viewing in very well-lit environments. The sound system is more basic compared to the Sony's. If budget isn't a concern and you want the best viewing experience for diverse content including gaming, the Sony X95K would be a better choice. If you're looking for value and still want a quality picture for general viewing, the Vizio M-Series could be a more cost-effective option. 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
- Good for use as monitor
- Best in class for upscaling
- Best in class motion processing
- Very good reflections
Advantages of the Vizio M-Series (LCD)
- The Vizio M-Series (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Sony X95K (LCD).
Key differences
Sports
8.0
6.2
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
7.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X95K (LCD) is very good for sports, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X95K is better for watching sports due to its superior response time and effective motion processing, ensuring clearer images during fast action, as well as its handle on reflections and decent viewing angles which make it versatile in different lighting conditions and viewing positions. On the other hand, the Vizio M-Series, while fair in these aspects, does not perform at the same level, leading to a less optimal experience when tracking fast-paced sports events, especially in brightly-lit rooms or from wider viewing angles.
Gaming
8.2
6.4
8.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
6.7/10
7.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
8.7/10
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
85.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
60.0/100
9.1/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
6.0/10
The Sony X95K (LCD) is very good for gaming, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X95K excels in gaming due to its very good response time and input lag scores which are crucial for a smooth gaming experience, while the Vizio M-Series has only fair response time, which could lead to slight motion blur, and very good input lag, which is sufficient but not as responsive as the Sony for fast-paced gaming.
News, Talk, & Other TV
9.1
7.6
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
The Sony X95K (LCD) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) is good.
The Sony X95K excels in upscaling lower-resolution content and has excellent SDR brightness, making it better for watching news and talk shows in various lighting conditions. In contrast, while the Vizio M-Series is also good at upscaling and offers very good out-of-the-box colors, its lower SDR brightness and less effective local dimming mean it may not perform as well in very bright rooms.
Bright Room
9.5
6.6
6.0/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.0/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
9.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
5.8/10
8.4/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
6.6/10
The Sony X95K (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X95K outperforms in bright rooms largely due to its excellent SDR and HDR brightness, coupled with very good reflection handling, ensuring a clear picture even in well-lit environments. Compared to this, the Vizio M-Series, while having good SDR brightness, falls short with only fair reflection handling and poor HDR brightness, which can lead to a less satisfying viewing experience in bright settings.
Cost
$1,998
$750
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Sony X95K (LCD) has a price of $1,998 and the Vizio M-Series (LCD) costs $750.
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Key similarities
Picture Quality
8.0
7.6
7.50/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
LED FALD
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Sony X95K (LCD) to have very good picture quality, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.0
7.6
7.50/10
CONTRAST
7.88/10
6.1/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.7/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
6.6/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Sony X95K (LCD) to be very good for movies & TV, while the Vizio M-Series (LCD) is good.
The Sony X95K excels in movie and cinematic TV watching due to its excellent local dimming and good color accuracy, which enhance contrast and black uniformity, crucial for dark scenes. Meanwhile, the Vizio M-Series also provides a good experience with stronger native contrast and very good out-of-the-box colors, but its poorer local dimming and narrower viewing angles might limit the picture quality, especially in well-lit rooms or from off-center seats.
Cartoons & Animation
8.7
8.3
7.7/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
8.1/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
9.1/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.5/10
8.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.3/10
8.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.8/10
The Sony X95K (LCD) and Vizio M-Series (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The Sony X95K delivers very good colors straight out of the box, with a good color gamut and good color volume, which are essential for vibrant animations and cartoons, while the Vizio M-Series also offers very good out-of-the-box colors with a very good color gamut, although its color volume is only good. Both TVs are well-suited for this content with strong color performance, but the Sony X95K has a slight edge in gray uniformity and SDR brightness, enhancing its capability for smooth color gradients and clear visibility in brighter rooms.
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How the Sony X95K (LCD) and the Vizio M-Series (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Sony X95K (LCD) | Vizio M-Series (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,998 | $750 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Sony | Vizio | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 3, 2022 | July 4, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | XR-65X95K | M65Q7-J01 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 65" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Android TV | SmartCast | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 8/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | Yes | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 4 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.6/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.2/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 8/10 | 6.3/10 | |
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" | 32.9" x 57" x 3.4" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 33.4" x 56.9" | 34.1" x 57" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 70.8 lbs | 51.1 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 | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 7.5/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8.4/10 | 5.7/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 4.2 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 60 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Bypass only | |
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.
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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