Sony X90L Review | Puts TCL and Hisense on Notice
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- Опубліковано 17 тра 2024
- The Sony X90 series has always been Sony's "value proposition" TV, but for the past few years, competition from TCL and Hisense have called Sony's perception of value into question. The X90L changes that by offering unexpectedly good performance at a price much closer to competing TVs than expected. But the biggest surprise is how Sony manages to pull that off -- while the X90L TV looks inferior on paper, it is clearly superior in key ways.
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02:04 Price & Competition
04:21 Picture Quality
07:02 Backlighting
09:14 Color
09:58 Gaming
11:03 Sound
11:26 Final Thoughts
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Hey everyone! Thanks for watching! As you may notice, I misspeak and cal THIS Tv the X90K instead of X90L a few times. I guess that comes from talking about the X90K and U8K so much on the X90L video. Whooops! Too many ‘K’s! I apologize for the goofs. Outside of that, what do you think of this TV? The Sony Tax in this case isn’t so big.
I only noticed it a couple of times but I have a particular new goal of not correcting anymore.🥳 Plus it really is totally understandable.
I just wish it were a little better for gaming. It would be a for sure sell for me then. Now I'm not so sure....
Will this TV be referenced in the upcoming U8K vs QM8 comparison video?
@@YaBoiOtanamaton probably mentioned, but I’m not planning a three-way comparison
What about Reflection Handling on the X90L ?? Please do address that issue as well for people watching in bright, well-lit rooms. Thanks Caleb.
I have nothing against LG or Samsung or even the other less expensive brands but when I’m in the market for a television the first and only place I look is Sony. I’ve been a Sony fan for decades and that includes audio equipment or speakers. Just an opinion of mine.
Same here XD
I just my choice i feel is always deliverys what i want 👌😎
I've been waiting on this review comparing the X90L to the Hisense and TCL models. The X90L looks terrific and is definitely on my short list when Black Friday deals roll around. My questions are around how the X90L stacks up to the X93L? Does the XR Clear Image processing on the X90L give it an noticeable advantage on the X93L in noise reduction and motion? Does the X93L provide enough added capability to justify it over the X90L? Thanks as always!
It’s best for you to get it now or after the Super Bowl. They make different TV’s just for Black Friday. So the deal you see now is the same deal you will see on Black Friday.
Sony is definitely going back in the right direction and get to the position they were in with the x90e and z9d
Caleb is it worth spending on calibration vs Custom + some tweaks? if not, could you share some settings to adjust? thanks for the review.
I'm really shocked at how well the X90L performs, I really didn't expect this. I was going to look at Hisense again to replace my dated A6. But now I'm going to check out the Sony, thanks!
Idk why, but I don’t served me really well for the past 5-6 yrs and the TV is still great this day of my time. BTW, how does your new TV performs in comparison with your old Hisense?
Well THIS Review did it for me I got my X90L yesterday
I was considering Hisense U8K (TCL doesn't make a 55 inch in the QM8)
But it was the Features & Picture Quality described in your review (Plus Black Friday Deals)
that made me happily pay the "Sony Tax" I am Extremely pleased with this TV Thank You
Caleb, that was a great video. what album is that behind you ?
Thanks the review and info. I had the funds set aside to purchase a 65" OLED but after spending some time at our local Sony dealer we went with the X90L. After living with it for a couple months I'm thrilled with the purchase. Simply put it just has a really nice picture that's enjoyable to watch. It pairs nicely with the latest Apple TV and when I screen mirror from the latest Macbook Pro the image is very close the the native display. A lot of other TVs I've been around don't handle the solid colors from a mirrored computer screen and show tints with uneven lighting/color. While this isn't being used as a monitor it's great to be able to cast a recently edited 4K60 video and have it look true to life. I won't buy another Vizio or TCL after a couple bad experiences. Both Sony TVs we've owned have been excellent.
Bought this tv 2 weeks ago, & i can tell you that this review is accurate; yes off angle is not great and has minimal blooming but what hit me most was the brightnesses and clarity. Got a good deal here in Australia & im loving the beautiful 75" display, absolutely no regrets
What angle would you say it starts to go bad?? Thinking of getting one but I have a couch on the side of the room when looking at the TV.
@@johntv4319 I would recommend less than 45degrees, definitely at it's best looking straight on
@@johntv4319 RTINGS has tested the Sony X90L and you can find their exact off-angle viewing measurements of this TV in their review.
@@johntv4319it gets bad really quick. I think 35-45 degrees and the colors just doesnt make since anymore.
@@johntv4319Get TCL C745 in stead. You can thank me later. 👍
Hi Caleb, i really like your reviews. I have a question, which TV is better, Sony X90L or Hisense U7H?
Great review! Watched it on one of my two X90K’s tho lol. Glad to have a video that explains so well what I like about Sony’s style of TV picture. Thanks Caleb 👍🏽
Thanks for the fantastic review Jason Baitman 😉
It's that time of the year again for TV reviews! Have watched your X900H, X90J, X90K over the years and now X90L finally getting some praise from you guys after their previous lackluster iterations (which I agree as I've seen the others in person). Thanks for the honest review again!
RTINGs has also published their X90L review and the local dimming functions the same with and without Game Mode at 4K 120hz. Assuming you guys have tested the local dimming with VRR enabled, this TV would've been even better if they had solved the issue.
Perhaps I missed a setting. Seems the contrast drops off a bit in game mode, and then it’s more obvious with VRR.
New subscriber here and I'm enjoying many of your reviews! I bought this TV this week and I can't wait to fire it up. It's my first smart tv, a replacement for a 15 year old (yep!) Toshiba. Thanks again for all the details.
Nice review. I was very interested in buying this tv. How does it compare to the QN95C?
Every time I see a critique of a new TV that discusses dimming zones, blooming, and off-axis viewing it reminds me that Hisense essentially SOLVED these LCD panel problems back in 2021 with the introduction of their U9DG "Dual Cell" model. Hisense placed a 1080p black-and-white panel behind the 4K RGB panel of the U9DG, which functionally provided the TV with over 2 MILLION dimming zones. While it's true that the extra panel increased the price of U9DG I'm surprised that neither Hisense nor any other company has continued to develop this technology (Sony would make an AMAZING dual cell TV). Both Caleb and RTINGS have published full reviews. Unfortunately, the Hisense U9DG Dual Cell model is no longer available from major retailers.
Caleb, what is the blue aura that shows on your left side (viewer right)? I saw it on my iPad and switched over to my Apple TV on my TCL 825 and it was still there
I would love to see a review of the Sony Acoustic Center Sync feature across a range of Sony TV's. Some models are better than others, I've heard.
The point of the review should be if the feature is good enough to replace the center speaker in a 3.1 or 5.1 home theater setup. That also mean the review should use a Sony receiver that supports this feature, like the new TA-AN1000 or similar.
I think I speak for many, when I say that the center speaker generally is the hardest to place in terms of WAF.
Also many of us rock some decent speakers for music and dont want more speakers in our living space. But the center channel often bring some much needed clarity to movies.
So, can this Sony feature replace the center speaker in a pinch or is it crap?
Are there any other TV's on the market that can also use the TV speaker as a center channel?
Thanks alot for a great channel.
I just bought this TV in the 85in and it's awesome! I was a big Samsung fan till this Sony arrived.
Great review. Any chance of doing a x90l vs QM8 video? Id be interested in your opinion. Thanks.
Excellent review. Thanks. A question: Have you tested with darker content like the Game of Thrones?
Would you think going to 75 inch panel make some content better or worse? What would be the biggest take away between the two? Thank you.
Has the 75 inch x90l the same dimming zones like the 55 and 65 inch version? Or is this the better size?
Hi Caleb. Do you plan on reviewing Panasonic's first mini-led TV, MX950?
I just bought it. Where can I find what are the best settings or how to tune it? Thanks for the review
I’m the Sony advisor at my local BestBuy so yes I have some bias. But the actual Samsung rep that comes into our store we were discussing the lineup of both brands. He even said in his mind the X90L probably one of our best tvs and better then the Q80. Said the X93 for being the Mini LED which is supposed to be better then the 90 seems like it underperforms. Where he said with the X90L you feel it punches above especially for the price.
I have a Sony 75" X90H and I LOVE that TV so I always look forward to the X90 series and your reviews!
which would you recommend the Sony X93L or the Samsung QN85C thanks
Hi Caleb, any plans to review tv remotes as well?
Great review Caleb! I was originally going to go with a QM8 but then after seeing reviews of the X90L and it only being $100 more, I decided to go with it instead. I went to Best Buy to take a look and actually ended up finding an open box X95K for the price of a QM8! I'm super happy with it but I think I would have been just as happy with the X90L. Crazy to think that Sony is selling arguably the best value TV in 2023.
Smart move, the Sony will last a decade, the TCL could last 10 months or 2-3 years or anything in between.
Sony as a best value tv? That has to be a first or very near to it. I have been a big fan of Sony tv's for quite awhile but mainly because I usually feel like I know what I am getting with a Sony and am rarely disappointed. I have accepted that I was going to pay more for a Sony so it is great to see that Sony have now decided that they are ready to take on the Hisense and TCL's in the world of value or "bang for your buck ". Sony has long been known for their processors and that might very well be why they are now at least on par when it comes to value. I am watching an older top of line XBR that is still going strong albeit with only 1080p capability and when it finally gives up this Sony X90L will be a tv that I will be giving serious consideration to.
Pick the X90L on sale and that amounts to stealing
@@ChrisDavis333- Excellent point but I’ve had a Sony conk out on me before it’s time. I have a TCL Series 8 that’s running like a champ still purchased at about the same time as the Sony. That was 2019.
Thanks for the great review! Just wondering given mini LED is more advanced and Sony seems to have better performance by software, would the firmware update improve the performance in future for TCL and Hisense ? thanks
Hey hiee.. which is the best preset to watch SPORTS??..
I find it very blooming in vivid and standard mode.
Thank you
Caleb, what soundbar would you pair with the X90l? Just bought the 85" model from Costco for $2000. Came with a 5 year warranty and backlit remote. You and Vincent helped me decide on the X90l.
Good video. I’m a color management professional, in the print world. I’ve got a question, what ICC are you comparing this TV to?
Been waiting for this review!!!
Will you also be taking a look at the X93L? With it's miniLED backlighting, I'm wondering how much of a difference it'll make compared to the X90L?
whats your thoughts on a main living room tv. 75" qm8, x90l or 65" a95k. I like the bigger size, but they are all the same price. I just cant decide...
Caleb… for a brighter living room that will also be the main tv at night for movies, X90l or X93l?
Is the X93 worth the extra $$?
@caleb_denison, I'd like to get your recommendation on a good TV for my bedroom. I'm trying to choose between a Heisense and TCL 55" 4k. I'm not a Nit Nerd but want a good picture and use the Google TV system. I currently have a Heisense 55" Class A6 Xumo in there now but want to move that to my living room and get a better TV with 4k in the bedroom. Not looking to break the bank, but want a good TV at a reasonable price.
I'm also thinking about getting the JBL 5.1 soundbar. Is this a good soundbar to pair with your recommend(s) or is there something around that price range that is better.
Appreciate your input.
I always wondered how these TVs, the TCL, the Hisense, the Sony X90L, and similar tier Samsung, manage bluetooth devices. I am asking this because I use my Samsung M5 smart monitor with Bose Q45 headphones and it does a great job. It would be helpful to test this in a future video. I want to buy a smart TV but I am concerned that will not deliver a smooth experience especially when switching bluetooth connections (from TV to smartphone and back).
Great content as usual Caleb!!
Man, I wish this was out a year or two ago when I replaced my office TV... I really wanted to get a Sony, but the price to performance compared to Hisense just was not there.
This TV sounds fantastic though. Even if it's regular LED and not as bright, I'd probably get this over the equivalent Hisense or TCL since Sony has better upscaling and motion, two categories that Hisense and TCL struggle with but are pretty important to me.
Funny, two years ago I got a Hisense for my office after buying a Sony for my theater. And just now bought a TCL for the living room. I think I like all 3 for different things.
I think the combination of picture quality and expected better reliability and long term durability, this is worth the slight premium over the budget Chinese brands.
Great review! Are you completely in the new space now? Everything looks and sounds really good! So… despite not having mini-LED and lots of dimming zones, this is still better than Hisense or TCL because of its superior processing!? Also just curious, is this one of the Sony models with XR Clear?
Not for HD or HDR.
Unfortunately Sony continue its disturbing trend of market segmentation, leading to under engineering of most of its TVs.
I went to Costco and stared at the Hisense, LG, and this Sony for a good 45 minutes. To my eyes I just kept coming back to the Sony. The picture was just smoother and truer to real life. I don't game, so that wasn't a factor for me. Returning a 75" TV is a real pain, so to me the build quality over the Hisense and TCL helps make the cost difference justifiable, especially with an additional 2 yrs of warranty over the others. The 75" version will be in my living room next weekend.
Do the Sony X90K and X90L come with a mid-stand for the 55 inch model?
Thanks for the great review.. which is better, color accuracy, or better local dimming that makes the picture more alive?? I am a bit confused whether to buy Hisense u8k or sony x90L.. and I will be mainly using it for gaming..
Thank you for this great review it helped me pick my new Sony TV. I own a Sony A90J 55” (in my master bedroom) and wanted a Sony LED for my living room to match my PS5. I was between this or the X93L. I got this TV for 998 for the 65” and am pleased with the picture and everything else. Thanks again!
Considering a 65in…should I go for TCL C845 or Hisense U8?
Was absolutely shocked. Went to buy a QM8 and walked out with this. It was on sale as well, so essentially the same price for 85”
Love the content on this channel but I wish would tell the price on these tvs. Would be great when comparing them.
Can u try x85L? Its the first sony tv to feature local dimming on a x85 series
Hi Caleb, just a quick question. Which one would you suggest , Samsung QN90C or the Sony X90L ? If price wasn't an issue
do you know how many dimming zones there are in the 65inch vs the 75 inch variants? Previous years had the 75inch double the dimming zones which improved contrast a lot...
Excellent review - could you please do a comparison with the A80L? I'd like to know if its worth spending another $1000 for the OLED over this one.
I bought this Sony 65” X90L on sale for $899. At that price it easily competes with the Hisense and TCL. Picture is amazing especially when compared to my (6) year old 55” Samsung (not a fair fight). Thank you for the great review…
I would like to see a review of the HISENSE U6K, is this model the best entry level TV on the market featuring MINI LED???
How would you say the X90L performs against the similarly priced (at least here in Australia) Samsung QN85C?
in my country i only see the x85l available. is it the same tv? (it has al the same characteristics)
What setting should I use if I have eyes pain after watching? I've neved had this issue with XH90
Just curious, do you know what the dimming zone count is on the XR 98x90L?
Great review by the way . I ordered mine in April and less than 48 hours away from delivery. I feel like I’ve learned a lot from you, Brian and Vincent. If I had a dollar for every comment I read about blooming on the L 90 series ….well this Texas giant would be paid for.😂
Finally! This feels like the set we've been waiting on Sony to produce since Hisense and TCL really stepped up their game. And, shockingly, Sony hasn't overly applied the infamous "Sony Tax" (TM) to this model. I was afraid that Sony was completely exiting anything other than the high end Master Series/premium panels...and they may yet, based on how thin the margins are on TVs. I will definitely keep this on my short list this Black Friday, which will be when we finally upgrade our aging 55" LG SM8600.
In Australia, the Sony 55X90L costs more than the Hisense 65U8K, plus, Sony is incredibly resistant to price reductions.
@@TheKwod Yeah, I often forget to acknowledge that us good ole US of A folks are often the recipients of better or more fair prices. But we make up for it by totally missing out on Panasonic, LOL. 🤣😱💀👀
@ryanbaker7404 oh, panasonic left the Australian market as well😪😪
@@TheKwod Well that’s a double bag of suck (TM)! Panasonic makes some fabulous sets from what I see on Vincent Teoh’s HDTVTest channel. I’m 46, so I can recall what it’s like to have at most 480ish interlaced lines lol. I’m curious if younger people today realize what a golden age they are in for display quality! 🧐
@@TheKwodhisense motion processing is abysmal
I bought a X90k 55" in December for $900. Its good, but what sucked was the A80K went down to $1000 a few weeks later. It's not that I am unhappy, but I would say I'm not sophisticated enough to notice the difference to a cheap 4k fire tv I own all the time. I will probably feel better about it when it gets atsc 3.0 and none of my other tvs do. I am an antenna user, alas in a market still waiting for 3.0.
Is the x90L better than qned85? Please help me to decide which one is better to buy? Thx alot 🙏🏻
In which port to connect the ps5, sound bar and 4k bluray player for best results!!!
Brought back my hisense u8k after i couldnt handle the HORRIBLE smearing and got this instead. This tv smokes it out of the water. People need to realize brightness does NOT make a tv better. Processing is SO important.
LOTS of complaints on Best Buy AND Amazon about both TCL and Hisense because of bad picture quality and TV's becoming bricks in less than 3 3 years.
I love this brown wooden tv stand table in your videos, will you please share what's its name?
Recently bought the Hisense 75u8k. Not really happy with it. Tv colors are hard to get right but on cable. And there is some blurry ness and grainy ness if that's a word when watching sports ect. I'm thinking about trading it for the Sony 90L in this review. Any thoughts ? Should I try the setting first in the Hisense.
Thanks for the good content!
Question to Anyone: IF my preferred video source is a PC graphics card (not gaming), THEN does that bypass all the internal processing capabilities of most modern TV's?
I'd read that that is what gamers preferred, and that newer HDMI 2.1 120Hz inputs would auto-detect and bypass processing to minimize latency. But, if choosing Internet streaming sources available only from browsers that cannot be installed on a, "smart," TV [ie: Libre Wolf, or Firefox w/uBlock Origin extension] without greatly reducing every metric of performance, well, then what's the point? May as well wait until OLED comes down in price and lasts long enuf (I'm sure there's a Differential Equation showing that'll never happen). Thank you!
Great review, please do a comparo between Sony X90L and Hisense U8K. I feel in the sound department Hisense TVs shine with their in-built sub-woofer.
This video did just that lol
I just got mine today and I want to know where this TV has been all my life. It just destroys my 2016 Samsung. I didn’t know watching TV could be so enjoyable and one of the underrated additions is the digital TV tuner. It works great and I can get all of my local channels crystal clear.
I watched “The Polar Express” and “White Christmas” back to back and they’ve never looked so good. And that’s just streaming. I have lots to learn about the TV, but I can’t wait to see some 4k Blu-rays and sports on it. I’m sure there must be better TVs, but it’s probably just a matter of degrees and not magnitudes.
By the way, this TV is more than bright enough. I don’t know what nit numbers mean in real world viewing, but the vivid mode, for instance, is super bright. How bright some manufacturers TVs get just seems like marketing after getting this TV. This thing isn’t dim in any way and why you would need or want something that would practically melt your eyeballs is beyond me.
For my money Sony is still the king of televisions. 👍
Would you recommend this over the Samsung q80c?
I am convinced that this is the budget version I am going with. Thank you Caleb. I have a question though, Is this a VA or IPS panel TV? does it shows that this impact the picture quality at a certain viewing angle?
Its VA like X90K & J while the IPS is X80L
Caleb. Your review of the x90L is impressive. Thank you for time and effort in this review--much appreciated! I bought last years x90k from Costco with a backlit remote. I do notice blooming from time to time and in certain scenes but overall really like the TV. I have hearing issues do do use captions all the time--I just change it to the yellow color font and all is good. Even with white lettered captions it is not so bad or as dramatic as some would like to believe. I bought it with tax and all for $2160 for the 85 inch model. I was wondering if I made a mistake but really cannot afford the $2800 price tag for the x90L 85 inch and did not want to wait a year plus for the price to go down to about 2000. My budget was 2000 so I stretched myself a bit as I also bought a VIZIO M-Series M512A-H6 sound bar system--your review on this sound bar helped me a lot! Thanks and I hope that you are enjoying your new digs!
I'm curious... how big is the upgrade from this tv to the X93L. This review was very glowing
Hey there so I have a hisense 75 lcd tv I bought it about a little over a year ago it a nice tv . Bought I just bought another hisense tv but it's the u8k one will I notice a big difference in it ? my old one is a 75h8g it only 60htz.
Which is better value, Sony 55A80J (oled 2021) or Sony 55X90L (full array led 2023), both are available around same price.
What about reflections? Is it good for bright room?
Great video, but did I miss any mention about reflections and whether the TV would still be a good choice in a room with a lot of ambient light? Anyway, I was freaked out by Rtings viewing angle rating, but I'm still considering this in the 98" size versus the 85" of the x95k or the x95l....and maybe once I see reviews... the Hisense 85" UX.
You didn’t miss it. I’ve just grown tired of saying the same thing about reflection handling. Most LED/LCD TVs have the same level of anti-glare coating. There are a few exceptions, like certain Samsung TVs, which have exceptional glare abatement, but cause a rainbow effect in exchange. OLED TVs are often quite glossy, so those are the outliers. Bottom line, reflections will happen, and brighter TVs can muscle it out a bit, but I feel like I only want to mention anti-glare if it is exceptionally good, or exceptionally bad. If I do that, though, I owe it to everyone to make that clear so everyone knows that’s the default. What do you all think about this? Should I mention the anti-glare capabilities in every single review, even though it is almost always going to be the same commentary? Or try to get a message out that antiglare is very similar across a huge range of models, and I only mention it when it is exceptionally good or bad?
@@Caleb_Denison there is pretty much going to be some glare no matter the model or type of TV. The glare on my A95K is actually a little better than my old Samsung (non-OLED with a blob down the middle). (My room has only one small window behind the TV which causes a tiny bit of glare in one corner.) Maybe the latter idea of getting the word out that you will only comment on it if it’s exceptionally good or bad? Might I suggest the same kind of proviso for TV sound?
@@Caleb_DenisonI would propose a simple, one sentence statement to mention that it has industry standard anti-glare. Some viewers might not regularly watch TV reviews and might not have the context to know. I would guess that most people only research TVs right before a purchase every few years.
@@Caleb_Denison Thanks for responding. It really depends on the focus of this channel. If you are more catering to the enthusiasts only, then a one sentence like NotApplicable suggested is probably fine. However, as he alluded to, there are people who are just looking for a review of a TV and your videos tend to come up when someone does a search. They might just want to know if the TV is bright enough to fight glare in their very bright room, or is there a better option. The answer may be it has a standard reflection for the TV type and it gets more than bright enough, but you will see reflections......but they wouldn't know that because they aren't enthusiasts, just regular people trying to do their due diligence, so I would recommend keeping it short, but something should be said. For the enthusiasts, they already know to go to Rtings for numerical ratings.
Anyway, I personally love your videos and I'm sort of in the middle between an enthusiasts and someone who tends to follow more when I'm looking to buy. Your videos give a very good overview, so keep up the good work.
@@Caleb_Denison In the case of the Sonys, its worth mentioning since the 93L comes with X-Anti Reflection & X-Wide angle, and the 90L does not. A lot of people trying to decide between the 90L vs the 93L. The 93L has the anti-reflection, but the 90L has the Clear Image motion handling.
What would you guys recommend. This sony x90l or the Samsung qned 80 ?
Caleb could you do a video on best soundbar for a small room. Ive been looking want top notch sound but everything i look at is just a little to much for small spaces.
I think Caleb did a great review for the VIZIO M-Series M512A-H6 a little while back?
Caleb, I am deciding between the 98" Sony X90L vs 98" TCL QM8. I will only use it for 4k blu ray movies in a dark room. Which one would you recommend in this scenario?
I'm more of a gamer so I would go TCL QM8. If you're not worried about gaming, go for the Sony.
What are the Hisense and TCL equivalents of Sony A80K (L)?
I have the 75X90K, when I first have it, it has a horrible halo effect. But it turns out it’s was the software problem, after it released a firmware update at January this year, the image is significantly improved, and could not tell the difference if you don’t put x90l and k side by side for the comparison. But I saw people online who have X90J also want this update, but Sony doesn’t offer that 😢
which would you recomend for a covered patio ?? i have had tcl and sony
If you were to choose between the X93L and the X90L, which would you choose based on picture quality? When I saw them side by side the X93 had deeper blacks and better contrast but the X90L seened cleaner amd more detailed. I am not sure that the X93L is worth paying $1000 more for better contrast and blacks but with less clarity amd detail. Might be better to have the better detail and just tone down the brightness?
How many dimming zones does the 55" model have? Any info on that please?
Looking for advice on the X90L. Does the difference in the number of zones between the 55 inch which I read has about 60 zones and 65 inch having 80 mean the 65 inch would have less blooming and a better picture quality or is it the 55 that would be better. Or are they the same. Thanks..
Hello Sir, I bought this TV after comparing with hisense U8k and u7.
I m happy with the brightness and contrast, But there is only one question- I am not able to watch any movie in fuĺ screen? I have watched latest 4k movies from Netflix prime and Hulu but the option to widen picture -says feature not available- something strange. If that's the case then why do I hv 85 inches if I can't view full screen.
Pls assist or advise..
I have to admit that the X90L does look pretty good for a mid range tv..😊
@@BrianDPrice_1you aren’t considering the cost of calibrating chinese crap. their out of box numbers are garbage
I bought this Sony X90L, from Costco for the $2,300, I could waited for Black Friday get it for two grand, The best part of it like always TVs from Costco comes with the 5-year extended warranty free, you can f*n beat that 👍🤙👌
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I forgot to put the size down, bought the 85 in, I choose it between TCL QM8 & hinese U8K, I went with this SONY
Can you tell me what tv models and brands havd the best deep blacks and is no oled ? For me it would be a va panel with lots of micro led and dimming zones at high count ? I am guessing : samsung neo ?
In which port should i connect the ps5 , sound bar and 4k bluray player please help!!!!!!
Just got this in a 75” version, setting it up tomorrow and I can’t wait. Got it at Best Buy on sale $1500, down from $2k.
I just got this tv. setting it yup tomorrow. can’t wait to see how it is with ps5. I need to get 2.1 hdmi cables.
I'm trying to figure if the 55 inch X90L is worth the $450 more than the U8K right now at Best Buy. My Panasonic plasma is experiencing problems.
Please advice X90L for 1398CAD or U88KM for 1048CAD?
After watching and reading too many TV reviews, I decided to go have a look in person at this TV in a showroom and it was absolutely stunning for the price point. The image definition was super crisp and the colors are very vivid and saturated. Regarding the blooming, the blacks are deep (not grey or blue-ish) and the haloing is barely noticeable, you have to actively look for it IMHO. I'm absolutely satisfied the performance of my X90L thus far!
@Caleb_Denison
In comparing TCL q7
Sony X90L and U8K
Which one is going to get latest updates longer?
What is the polocy on of the manufacturer in this respect?
Any feedback on the Google OS.