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Updated January 12, 2024·
The TCL R646 is a solid midrange choice that offers good overall picture quality, especially for gaming and in bright rooms, at a much lower price point than the Sony X95L. It has a very good contrast ratio and black uniformity for an LCD, making it a decent pick for dark room viewing, though not as impressive as the Sony. However, it falls short in color accuracy and doesn't support Dolby Vision, which can impact the movie-watching experience. Its local dimming feature is good but not as advanced as Sony's. On the other hand, the Sony X95L is a high-end model with a price to match, delivering excellent picture quality across the board, particularly in bright rooms and for sports content. It boasts superior color accuracy, a wider color gamut, and better motion processing, which enhances the experience for movies and fast-paced content. The Sony also has better sound quality and offers more advanced features like Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos support, which contribute to a more immersive experience. Its local dimming is top-notch, greatly improving picture quality in dark scenes. In summary, if you're looking for a more budget-friendly option and prioritize gaming and bright room performance, the TCL R646 is a strong contender. However, if you're willing to invest for the best picture quality, color accuracy, and a more comprehensive feature set, including better HDR performance and sound quality, the Sony X95L is the way to go. Keep in mind that the Sony's larger screen size might require a more spacious viewing area. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Sony X95L (LCD)
- Best in class for bright room
- Very good for dark room
- Very good for movies & TV
- Very good for sports
- Excellent for news, talk, & other TV
- Excellent for cartoons & animation
- Best in class for upscaling
- Best in class motion processing
Advantages of the TCL R646 (LCD)
- The TCL R646 (LCD) has no clear advantages over the Sony X95L (LCD).
Key differences
Picture Quality
8.6
7.9
8.00/10
CONTRAST
8.43/10
9.0/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.6/10
miniLED FALD
PANEL TYPE
miniLED FALD
VA
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The Sony X95L (LCD) has very good picture quality, while the TCL R646 (LCD) has good picture quality.
Movies & TV
8.4
7.8
8.00/10
CONTRAST
8.43/10
8.5/10
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 X95L (LCD) is very good for movies & TV, while the TCL R646 (LCD) is good.
The Sony X95L has superior local dimming, black uniformity, and color performance, making it well-suited for movies and cinematic TV with deeper blacks and vivid colors. The TCL R646, while offering good performance with excellent contrast and color volume, may not match the Sony's deep blacks in dark scenes, but it does come with a notable sound quality that enhances the overall viewing experience.
Sports
8.2
6.6
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
7.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
9.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The Sony X95L (LCD) is very good for sports, while the TCL R646 (LCD) is only fair.
The Sony X95L provides better motion processing and a higher response time, which results in clearer images during fast-moving sports. In comparison, the TCL R646 has a lower response time and poorer motion processing, which can make fast sports action look less smooth.
Cartoons & Animation
9.1
8.4
8.1/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.6/10
9.0/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.6/10
9.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
8.3/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
7.2/10
8.5/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
8.0/10
The Sony X95L (LCD) is excellent for cartoons & animation, while the TCL R646 (LCD) is very good.
The Sony X95L excels in producing vibrant and accurate colors straight out of the box alongside a wide color gamut, making cartoons and animations look lively and engaging. In contrast, the TCL R646 also offers good color performance for animated content, but with slightly less impressive color accuracy and gamut coverage. Both TVs have good color volume and gray uniformity, ensuring cartoons are vivid and consistent across the screen, though the Sony has a slight edge in these areas as well.
News, Talk, & Other TV
9.2
7.5
9.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
10.0/10
UPSCALING
5.9/10
The Sony X95L (LCD) is excellent for news, talk, & other TV, while the TCL R646 (LCD) is good.
The Sony X95L excels in upscaling and SDR brightness which is very important for watching news and talk shows, offering very good colors out of the box and an excellent color gamut. The TCL R646 is good in these areas too but with lower performance in upscaling, and while it boasts great local dimming and contrast, these factors are less critical for standard TV program content.
Bright Room
9.7
8.9
5.9/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.3/10
9.3/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
9.1/10
9.2/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.3/10
8.8/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
8.1/10
The Sony X95L (LCD) is best in class for bright room, while the TCL R646 (LCD) is very good.
The Sony X95L stands out in a bright room due to its excellent SDR and HDR brightness, which outshine the TCL R646, making it better suited for vibrant picture quality even in well-lit conditions. Additionally, while both the Sony X95L and TCL R646 handle reflections very well, the superior color volume and gamut of the Sony X95L contribute to its ability to maintain rich and accurate colors in a variety of lighting situations.
Cost
$4,498
$800
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
$5,000
$6,000
$7,000
The Sony X95L (LCD) has a price of $4,498 and the TCL R646 (LCD) costs $800.
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Key similarities
Gaming
8.3
8.2
8.3/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
8.0/10
7.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
7.6/10
10.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
5.3/10
90.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
70.0/100
9.2/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.7/10
The Sony X95L (LCD) and TCL R646 (LCD) are both very good for gaming.
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How the Sony X95L (LCD) and the TCL R646 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
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| Sony X95L (LCD) | TCL R646 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$4,498 | $800 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Sony | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2023 | August 2, 2021 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | XR-85X95L | 65R646 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 85" | 65" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Google TV | Android TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 9.2/10 | 10/10 | |
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 | 8.7/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 9.8/10 | 9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.4/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 8.5/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 8.2/10 | 6.6/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 42.8" x 74.4" x 2.4" | 33.3" x 56.9" x 3.6" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 43.8" x 74.4" | 35.7" x 56.9" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 114.1 lbs | 63.5 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 400 x 400 | 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 | 8/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.2 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 60 W | 30 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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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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