Sony TV Discussion Thread III

[stealthpiper]

I hardly hear of Courts giving good prices too

 

[GizmoSeow]

Guys, do you guys prioritize Size over Quality? Or the other way round..? I’m just skeptical if spending above $3k for 65” & nowadays TV like does not last that long (more than 7-8yrs). Hmmmmm…

 

[R6exR6]

Guys, do you guys prioritize Size over Quality? Or the other way round..? I’m just skeptical if spending above $3k for 65” & nowadays TV like does not last that long (more than 7-8yrs). Hmmmmm…

For me, Size > Quality ... so long as quality difference isn't too great between TVs.

For example, for $6+K, I'd rather get the 85" Bravia 7 over their 65" A95L over at Sony store.

 

[Needmysleep]

Do compare before you commit at such a roadshow
The final price a salesman offers at HN or BD is often much lower than the advertised prices

Yes , the BD price was way less than that on the Sony Website when I bought the Bravia 7 recently

 

[skthk21]

Yes , the BD price was way less than that on the Sony Website when I bought the Bravia 7 recently

What's the price ?

 

[Needmysleep]

What's the price ?

4599 for 75 " Bravia 7

 

[Vassago]

Yes , the BD price was way less than that on the Sony Website when I bought the Bravia 7 recently

Hi Hi, may I know how bad is Bravia 7 reflection? My tv will be next to living room full length windows.

Most reviews wrote that reflection and viewing angle is bad.

Will really appreciate your actual usage feedback.

thanks in advance.

 

[R6exR6]

Hi Hi, may I know how bad is Bravia 7 reflection? My tv will be next to living room full length windows.

Most reviews wrote that reflection and viewing angle is bad.

Will really appreciate your actual usage feedback.

thanks in advance.

Rtings Bravia 7 reflection rating - 7.1
Rtings X90L reflection rating - 7.2

IMO, my X90L's reflection is pretty bad. Diffused light from outside my window onto the white wall behind me, will get a good bright patch reflected on my TV screen. That's diffused light. Direct light, be in on wall behind me or onto screen, can forget about watching anything on screen. Thus, I always pull the blinds over my side windows to keep room in a pretty dim state during daytime. Bet your Bravia 7 will be worse.

 

[Vassago]

Rtings Bravia 7 reflection rating - 7.1
Rtings X90L reflection rating - 7.2

IMO, my X90L's reflection is pretty bad. Diffused light from outside my window onto the white wall behind me, will get a good bright patch reflected on my TV screen. That's diffused light. Direct light, be in on wall behind me or onto screen, can forget about watching anything on screen. Thus, I always pull the blinds over my side windows to keep room in a pretty dim state during daytime. Bet your Bravia 7 will be worse.

Good Morning!

Thanks! Seems like is something I need to bear and manage with.

Other TV with low reflections, either too expensive or look very dull.

sigh.

 

[hellhole]

hello guys...
They have year end sale now ... and i also see they have the following promo.

currently now also have discount for the TV... during week 8.. it will be even cheaper???

Week 1 (7-10 Nov)	PS5™ Pro Launch - Up to Additional 15% Off Gaming TV & Soundbar Bundles
Week 2 (11-17 Nov)	11.11 Promotions - Up to Additional 11% Off selected headphones, limited to 11 sets daily
Week 3 & 4 (18 Nov - 1 Dec)	Ultimate Savings on selected camera & lens bundle, Up to Additional $160 Off
Week 5 (2-8 Dec)	Earn 2X My Sony Rewards Points on all purchases & enjoy 10% Off on all Sony Store Gift cards
Week 6 (9-15 Dec)	12.12 Promotions - FREE Limited Edition Sony Store exclusive casings with purchase of WF-1000XM5, LinkBuds S or WF-C510.
Week 7 (16-22 Dec)	Christmas Gifting Specials - Limited edition headphone case with any truly wireless headphone purchase.
Week 8 (23 Dec - 1 Jan)	Early CNY Specials - Up to 12% Off TV & Soundbar Bundles

 

[Vassago]

Thanks! So better to wait till end Dec to buy TV

 

[algerr]

Hi Hi, may I know how bad is Bravia 7 reflection? My tv will be next to living room full length windows.

Most reviews wrote that reflection and viewing angle is bad.

Will really appreciate your actual usage feedback.

thanks in advance.

Hi, currently using Bravia 7 with windows at the side. Was initially worried about reflection and viewing angle but still decided to go for it.

Reflection problem is not really that serious, still able to watch with some afternoon sun shining in.

For viewing angle, As long as you sit on sofa facing TV directly - image is still quite vibrant.

No regrets as u get most of Bravia 9 performance at a cheaper price.

 

[Vassago]

Hi, currently using Bravia 7 with windows at the side. Was initially worried about reflection and viewing angle but still decided to go for it.

Reflection problem is not really that serious, still able to watch with some afternoon sun shining in.

For viewing angle, As long as you sit on sofa facing TV directly - image is still quite vibrant.

No regrets as u get most of Bravia 9 performance at a cheaper price.

Thanks Algerr! Thanks for the feedback. That is reassuring. Should be ordering end of this month.

 

[Needmysleep]

Hi Hi, may I know how bad is Bravia 7 reflection? My tv will be next to living room full length windows.

Most reviews wrote that reflection and viewing angle is bad.

Will really appreciate your actual usage feedback.

thanks in advance.

I too have large living room windows to the left of the TV.
I can see a dull window reflection in a small corner of the TV in the daytime . ( this reflection I guess would be different for each person )

However , it doesn't bother me . The TV is plenty bright even in Professional mode with the brightness turned down to 15.
I have blackout blinds but dont feel the need to pull them down for the usual Youtube ..etc.
Movies and streaming stuff I watch at night and it's just great.

As for viewing angles , I have a L shaped 3 + 1 seater . obviously it is great from right in front but various members of my family occasionally sit quite a bit off centre and no one has complained.
I really don't get the wild hate on the off centre image - its practically the only negative that online reviewers come up with.Its acceptable to me.I'm not going to stand like a f**l at an angle and watch anyway


Cant be happier.

 

[Vassago]

I too have large living room windows to the left of the TV.
I can see a dull window reflection in a small corner of the TV in the daytime . ( this reflection I guess would be different for each person )

However , it doesn't bother me . The TV is plenty bright even in Professional mode with the brightness turned down to 15.
I have blackout blinds but dont feel the need to pull them down for the usual Youtube ..etc.
Movies and streaming stuff I watch at night and it's just great.

As for viewing angles , I have a L shaped 3 + 1 seater . obviously it is great from right in front but various members of my family occasionally sit quite a bit off centre and no one has complained.
I really don't get the wild hate on the off centre image - its practically the only negative that online reviewers come up with.Its acceptable to me.I'm not going to stand like a f**l at an angle and watch anyway


Cant be happier.

Yup. You are right about the angle. Does not bother me much. As I don’t host movie parties.
So my family is more or less near the center.

just concern about reflection.
Thanks! I am 100% all in now. Haha.

 

[cornnnn]

was at sony best denki funan atrium sale
was quoted:
- 65 x90l 1999
- 65 bravia7 2499

bought the bravia7 aft some deliberation, but still not fully sure if its worth the $500 price diff

 

[R6exR6]

was at sony best denki funan atrium sale
was quoted:
- 65 x90l 1999
- 65 bravia7 2499

bought the bravia7 aft some deliberation, but still not fully sure if its worth the $500 price diff

It's just extra 27 cents per day over the next 5 years. Is better visuals worth 27 cents/day? Only you will know. lol

 

[Kepller]

was at sony best denki funan atrium sale
was quoted:
- 65 x90l 1999
- 65 bravia7 2499

bought the bravia7 aft some deliberation, but still not fully sure if its worth the $500 price diff

Great to see the Bravia 7 dropping back down to $2499 after 2 months. If it's $2499 now, there's a possibility it will drop again during the announced Sony TV Sale that's happening in a few weeks time.

If you're not already aware:
X90L 65" has 88 Local Dimming Zones
Bravia 7 65" has 480 Local Dimming Zones

More info/comparisons here:
https://www.rtings.com/tv/tools/compare/sony-x90l-x90cl-vs-sony-bravia-7-qled/39008/53322

 

[algerr]

was at sony best denki funan atrium sale
was quoted:
- 65 x90l 1999
- 65 bravia7 2499

bought the bravia7 aft some deliberation, but still not fully sure if its worth the $500 price diff

That's the closest u can get to Bravia 9.

Don't regret, start enjoying it.

 

[Vassago]

$2499 good price !!