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65'' Sony Class X85K 4K 120Hz HDR LED TV w/ Google TV (2022)

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Various Merchants Sony Class X85K 4K 120Hz HDR LED TVs w/ Google TV (Various Sizes, 2022) on sale at prices listed below. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member Champagne13 for finding this deal.

Available from the following stores:
  • From Amazon:
    • 65" (KD65X85K) $798
    • 55" (KD55X85K) $698
    • 75" (KD75X85K) $1098
  • From Walmart
    • 65" (KD65X85K) $798
    • 55" (KD55X85K) $698
    • 75" (KD75X85K) $1098
  • From Best Buy (availability for free shipping/delivery will vary by location):
    • 65" (KD65X85K) $799.99
    • 55" (KD55X85K) $699.99
    • 75" (KD75X85K) $1099.99

Specs:
  • Resolution: 3840 x 2160p (4K UHD)
  • Refresh Rate: Native 120Hz (Motionflow XR 960)
  • HDR10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG), Dolby Vision
  • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NEXTGEN TV (ATSC 3.0)
  • Smart Platform: Google TV (Supports Amazon Alexa & Google Assistant)
  • Inputs:
    • 4x HDMI (2x HDMI 2.1)
    • 2x USB
    • 1x Digital

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Various Merchants Sony Class X85K 4K 120Hz HDR LED TVs w/ Google TV (Various Sizes, 2022) on sale at prices listed below. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member Champagne13 for finding this deal.

Available from the following stores:
  • From Amazon:
    • 65" (KD65X85K) $798
    • 55" (KD55X85K) $698
    • 75" (KD75X85K) $1098
  • From Walmart
    • 65" (KD65X85K) $798
    • 55" (KD55X85K) $698
    • 75" (KD75X85K) $1098
  • From Best Buy (availability for free shipping/delivery will vary by location):
    • 65" (KD65X85K) $799.99
    • 55" (KD55X85K) $699.99
    • 75" (KD75X85K) $1099.99

Specs:
  • Resolution: 3840 x 2160p (4K UHD)
  • Refresh Rate: Native 120Hz (Motionflow XR 960)
  • HDR10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG), Dolby Vision
  • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NEXTGEN TV (ATSC 3.0)
  • Smart Platform: Google TV (Supports Amazon Alexa & Google Assistant)
  • Inputs:
    • 4x HDMI (2x HDMI 2.1)
    • 2x USB
    • 1x Digital

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Written by Champagne13

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MellowFeather3961
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The consensus I got on reddit is that the x85 and x90 are underrated on rtings. I was between x85 and x90 and the tcl 655. rtings makes out the 6 series to be a clear winner, but the home theater community prefers the x90 and even x85 for its incredible upscaling and motion handling. the 655 has peak brightness and way more local dimming zones, but still lacks in motion handling and upscaling. I ended up with the tcl 655 becuase I got an insane open box deal on it, but don't discount these sony's based on the rtings.
Dustinneedsadeal
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For those who read this and wondered WTH it meant

In regards to 4K resolution and HDR, 4:4:4, 4:2:2, and 4:2:0 refer to the chroma subsampling used to compress color information in a digital video signal. 4:4:4 means that every pixel in the image has its own color information, resulting in no color loss. This is the highest quality chroma subsampling and is typically used in professional video production.4:2:2 means that every other pixel in each row has its own color information, resulting in some color loss. This is a common chroma subsampling used in consumer-grade video production.4:2:0 means that every other pixel in each row and column has its own color information, resulting in more color loss. This is a common chroma subsampling used in consumer-grade video production and is often used in streaming services due to its lower bandwidth requirements.
BeerGogglesFTW
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Reddit steered me away from the X85 because its "not true 4K 120hz." Apparently it divides the vertical resolution in half and upscales it, or something like that.

So it was hard to talk about anything in the $800 range without them saying "Pay more for the X90K/L"

Not sure but I assume that's what it means in the Rtings review here:

X85K
4k @ 120Hz = Yes
4k @ 120Hz @ 4:4:4 = No

X90K/L
4k @ 120Hz = Yes
4k @ 120Hz @ 4:4:4 = Yes

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Nov 17, 2023
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inprogress2
Nov 17, 2023
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https://www.rtings.com/tv/reviews/sony/x85k

7.7 overall

I see you had it in there my bad I missed it
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MellowFeather3961
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Quote from inprogress2 :
https://www.rtings.com/tv/reviews/sony/x85k

7.7 overall

I see you had it in there my bad I missed it
The consensus I got on reddit is that the x85 and x90 are underrated on rtings. I was between x85 and x90 and the tcl 655. rtings makes out the 6 series to be a clear winner, but the home theater community prefers the x90 and even x85 for its incredible upscaling and motion handling. the 655 has peak brightness and way more local dimming zones, but still lacks in motion handling and upscaling. I ended up with the tcl 655 becuase I got an insane open box deal on it, but don't discount these sony's based on the rtings.
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Quote from MellowFeather3961 :
The consensus I got on reddit is that the x85 and x90 are underrated on rtings. I was between x85 and x90 and the tcl 655. rtings makes out the 6 series to be a clear winner, but the home theater community prefers the x90 and even x85 for its incredible upscaling and motion handling. the 655 has peak brightness and way more local dimming zones, but still lacks in motion handling and upscaling. I ended up with the tcl 655 becuase I got an insane open box deal on it, but don't discount these sony's based on the rtings.
Reddit steered me away from the X85 because its "not true 4K 120hz." Apparently it divides the vertical resolution in half and upscales it, or something like that.

So it was hard to talk about anything in the $800 range without them saying "Pay more for the X90K/L"

Not sure but I assume that's what it means in the Rtings review here:

X85K
4k @ 120Hz = Yes
4k @ 120Hz @ 4:4:4 = No

X90K/L
4k @ 120Hz = Yes
4k @ 120Hz @ 4:4:4 = Yes
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Nov 17, 2023
194 Posts
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kevagain
Nov 17, 2023
194 Posts
Quote from MellowFeather3961 :
The consensus I got on reddit is that the x85 and x90 are underrated on rtings. I was between x85 and x90 and the tcl 655. rtings makes out the 6 series to be a clear winner, but the home theater community prefers the x90 and even x85 for its incredible upscaling and motion handling. the 655 has peak brightness and way more local dimming zones, but still lacks in motion handling and upscaling. I ended up with the tcl 655 becuase I got an insane open box deal on it, but don't discount these sony's based on the rtings.
which subreddit is good to learn about tv talk? 4kTV?
Nov 17, 2023
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Quote from kevagain :
which subreddit is good to learn about tv talk? 4kTV?
That one and also r/hometheatre
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Nov 18, 2023
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nsw
Nov 18, 2023
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I keep hoping the 85" X85K will come back in stock. Anyone seen it anywhere?
Nov 18, 2023
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Km789
Nov 18, 2023
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Tcl QM8 65 inch or this?

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Dustinneedsadeal
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Quote from BeerGogglesFTW :
Reddit steered me away from the X85 because its "not true 4K 120hz." Apparently it divides the vertical resolution in half and upscales it, or something like that.

So it was hard to talk about anything in the $800 range without them saying "Pay more for the X90K/L"

Not sure but I assume that's what it means in the Rtings review here:

X85K
4k @ 120Hz = Yes
4k @ 120Hz @ 4:4:4 = No

X90K/L
4k @ 120Hz = Yes
4k @ 120Hz @ 4:4:4 = Yes
For those who read this and wondered WTH it meant

In regards to 4K resolution and HDR, 4:4:4, 4:2:2, and 4:2:0 refer to the chroma subsampling used to compress color information in a digital video signal. 4:4:4 means that every pixel in the image has its own color information, resulting in no color loss. This is the highest quality chroma subsampling and is typically used in professional video production.4:2:2 means that every other pixel in each row has its own color information, resulting in some color loss. This is a common chroma subsampling used in consumer-grade video production.4:2:0 means that every other pixel in each row and column has its own color information, resulting in more color loss. This is a common chroma subsampling used in consumer-grade video production and is often used in streaming services due to its lower bandwidth requirements.
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Nov 18, 2023
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potenzaSD
Nov 18, 2023
429 Posts
This one vs the Hisense u7k, if brand doesn't matter, which do you recommend, SD tv experts??
Nov 18, 2023
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BluddSimple
Nov 18, 2023
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Quote from potenzaSD :
This one vs the Hisense u7k, if brand doesn't matter, which do you recommend, SD tv experts??
I don't think you can discount the brand when you are comparing the two, Sony generally is known to use higher quality components and have better quality control whereas Hisense can be a luck of the draw on whether you're getting a good one or not.
Nov 18, 2023
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Mr_Flood
Nov 18, 2023
6 Posts
Quote from potenzaSD :
This one vs the Hisense u7k, if brand doesn't matter, which do you recommend, SD tv experts??
Personally, I would choose the Hisense as I go for best bang for buck.

Sony X85K
  • $100 to $200 More
  • 7.7/10 on rtings.com [rtings.com]
  • No Local Dimming
  • Sony Magic (preferences: Upscaling, Motion, etc.)
Hisense U7K
  • $100 to $200 Less
  • 8.2/10 on rtings.com [rtings.com]
  • Local Dimming (better HDR)
  • Lower overall reliability and build quality (brand)
Last edited by Mr_Flood November 18, 2023 at 01:39 PM.
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Danyole
Nov 18, 2023
218 Posts
This is a pretty bad TV value-wise, i'm not usually the "save up and get --- instead" kind of guy but there are so many good options in the $700-$1000 range that this TV specifically makes no sense. Lack of local dimming and true 4K 120hz makes the X85 not even worth considering in this price range imo.

TCL Q7 blows it out of the water and is $150 cheaper, The TCL QM8 is $900 and batting close to (though clearly below) the X93 which is about as good as it gets for non-OLED TVs. If you're someone who wants to stick to the known brands then the X90 is the go-to for $1000.
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Nov 19, 2023
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kenjix217
Nov 19, 2023
148 Posts
Which is better buy? 75 inch u7k from hisense or this model for 75inch? Price difference 200 it seems.
Nov 20, 2023
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Gavica
Nov 20, 2023
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Saw one in display at BB, very unimpressed with the PQ
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potenzaSD
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Quote from Mr_Flood :
Personally, I would choose the Hisense as I go for best bang for buck.

Sony X85K
  • $100 to $200 More
  • 7.7/10 on rtings.com [rtings.com]
  • No Local Dimming
  • Sony Magic (preferences: Upscaling, Motion, etc.)
Hisense U7K
  • $100 to $200 Less
  • 8.2/10 on rtings.com [rtings.com]
  • Local Dimming (better HDR)
  • Lower overall reliability and build quality (brand)
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