If you watch a lot of movies and value better sound, the Sony X95K has a superior speaker system. It's also often slightly less expensive than the Sony X95J. Both TVs perform very similarly in terms of picture quality, gaming, and sports content, but the X95K may offer a slight advantage in bright rooms with its higher brightness. However, for dark room viewing, they both have almost identical performance. If you're on a tighter budget and don't mind a somewhat weaker speaker system, the X95J can save you some money while still offering a premium experience. Both options are great for mixed usage, but for those who prioritize sound and a bit better performance in bright conditions, the newer X95K could be the better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Sony X95J (LCD)
The Sony X95J (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Sony X95K (LCD).
Advantages of the Sony X95K (LCD)
Best in class for bright room
Key differences
Cost
$4,500
$3,698
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
$5,000
$6,000
$7,000
The Sony X95J (LCD) has a price of $4,500 and the Sony X95K (LCD) costs $3,698.
The Sony X95K (LCD) and Sony X95J (LCD) both have very good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.0/10
8.0/10
7.50/10
CONTRAST
7.50/10
6.1/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
6.1/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
No
Yes
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X95J (LCD) and Sony X95K (LCD) are both very good for movies & TV.
Sports
8.0/10
8.0/10
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
7.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.0/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
8.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X95J (LCD) and Sony X95K (LCD) are both very good for sports.
Both the Sony X95J and Sony X95K excel in motion processing, ensuring smooth action during sports. They are well-matched in response times and handling of reflections, making either TV a solid choice for sports enthusiasts; however, the X95K edges out with somewhat better sound quality and the same robust reflection handling as the X95J, offering a slight improvement for viewing in various conditions.
Gaming
8.2/10
8.2/10
8.0/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.0/10
7.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.0/10
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
10.0/10
85.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
85.0/100
9.1/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
The Sony X95J (LCD) and Sony X95K (LCD) are both very good for gaming.
Cartoons & Animation
8.6/10
8.7/10
7.7/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.7/10
7.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.8/10
8.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
8.5/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.5/10
8.0/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
8.0/10
The Sony X95K (LCD) and Sony X95J (LCD) are both very good for cartoons & animation.
The Sony X95J delivers very good colors right out of the box and a good color gamut which ensures vibrant and accurate color representation for cartoons and animations. The Sony X95K offers similar performance with colors right out of the box and improves upon the X95J with a wider color gamut, providing a broader range of colors, making it slightly better for portraying animated content.
News, Talk, & Other TV
9.1/10
9.1/10
8.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
10.0/10
The Sony X95K (LCD) and Sony X95J (LCD) are both excellent for news, talk, & other TV.
The Sony X95J's excellent upscaling and very good SDR brightness make it ideal for news and talk shows in standard definition, ensuring a clear picture even from low-resolution sources. Similarly, the Sony X95K mirrors these strengths with excellent upscaling and SDR brightness, while also offering superior sound quality, enhancing the overall viewing experience for TV programs.
Bright Room
9.4/10
9.5/10
6.0/10
VIEWING ANGLE
6.0/10
8.9/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
9.1/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
8.4/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.4/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Sony X95K (LCD) to be best in class for bright room, while the Sony X95J (LCD) is excellent.
The Sony X95K has slightly higher SDR and HDR brightness, which makes it better suited for brighter rooms where extra brightness helps to maintain picture quality. Both the Sony X95J and X95K handle reflections well, but the superior brightness of the X95K will offer a better watching experience in well-lit environments.
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How the Sony X95J (LCD) and the Sony X95K (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
Sony X95J (LCD)
Sony X95K (LCD)
GENERAL
Price
Price
$4,500
$3,698
Brand
Brand
Sony
Sony
Release Date
Release Date
May 3, 2021
May 5, 2022
Full name
Full name
XR-85X95J
XR-85X95K
Screen Size
Screen Size
85"
85"
Screen Resolution
Screen Resolution
4K
4K
Screen Type
Screen Type
LCD
LCD
Screen Sub-type
Screen Sub-type
LED FALD VA
LED FALD VA
Smart TV
Smart TV
Yes
Yes
TV FEATURES
Operating System
Operating System
Android TV
Android TV
Sound Quality Score
Sound Quality Score
8.3/10
9.5/10
NextGen Ready
NextGen Ready
Yes
Yes
HDMI Ports
HDMI Ports
4
4
Coax Ports
Coax Ports
1
1
Refresh Rate
Refresh Rate
120Hz
120Hz
Variable Refresh Rate
Variable Refresh Rate
Yes
Yes
HDR Supported formats
HDR Supported formats
HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG
HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG
Accessibility
Accessibility
None
None
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES
Picture Quality Score
Picture Quality Score
8/10
8/10
Bright Room Score
Bright Room Score
9.5/10
9.6/10
Gaming Score
Gaming Score
8.2/10
8.2/10
Movies & TV Score
Movies & TV Score
8/10
8/10
Sports Score
Sports Score
8/10
8/10
News, Talk, & Other TV Score
News, Talk, & Other TV Score
9.1/10
9.2/10
Cartoons & Animation Score
Cartoons & Animation Score
8.7/10
8.7/10
Use as Monitor Score
Use as Monitor Score
7.8/10
7.8/10
PHYSICAL
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D)
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D)
42.8" x 74.3" x 2.4"
42.8" x 74.4" x 2.2"
Dimensions with Stand (H x W)
Dimensions with Stand (H x W)
43.2" x 74.3"
42.8" x 74.4"
Weight without Stand
Weight without Stand
107.3 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
7.5/10
7.5/10
Local Dimming
Local Dimming
8.4/10
8.4/10
Gaming Local Dimming
Gaming Local Dimming
8.5/100
8.5/100
Game HDR Brightness Score
Game HDR Brightness Score
9.2/10
9.2/10
SDR Brightness Score
SDR Brightness Score
8.9/10
9.1/10
HDR Brightness Score
HDR Brightness Score
9.1/10
9.1/10
Gray Uniformity
Gray Uniformity
8/10
8/10
Black Uniformity
Black Uniformity
6.1/10
6.1/10
Viewing Angle
Viewing Angle
6/10
6/10
Reflections Score
Reflections Score
8.4/10
8.4/10
Upscaling
Upscaling
10/10
10/10
Motion Processing
Motion Processing
10/10
10/10
Color Gamut Score
Color Gamut Score
7.8/10
7.8/10
Color Volume Score
Color Volume Score
7.9/10
7.9/10
Response Time Score
Response Time Score
8.1/10
8.1/10
Input Lag Score
Input Lag Score
7/10
7/10
Colors Out of the Box Score
Colors Out of the Box Score
8.5/10
8.5/10
Quality Control
Quality Control
8.8/10
8.8/10
Chroma Subsampling Score
Chroma Subsampling Score
8/10
8/10
SOUND
Speaker Setup
Speaker Setup
2.1
4.2
Speaker Power
Speaker Power
50 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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