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

$798
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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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Sony 65" X85K Series 120Hz 4K UHD HDR Smart TV $799.99 (Free S&H)
https://www.bestbuy.com/site/sony...mpid=10451

Availability @ Amazon:
65" @ $798...
https://www.amazon.com/Sony-Inch-...r=8-3&th=1
55" @ $698... https://www.amazon.com/Sony-Inch-...r=1-1&th=1
75" @ $1098... https://www.amazon.com/Sony-Inch-...r=8-3&th=1

Also available @ Best Buy:
75" @ $1099.99...
https://www.bestbuy.com/site/sony...Id=6501508
55" @ $699.99... https://www.bestbuy.com/site/sony...Id=6501540

Rtings X85K Series Review: 7.7/10
https://www.rtings.com/tv/reviews/sony/x85k

Key Specs:
Triluminos Pro (QLED) 4K UHD Display
Refresh Rate: Native 120Hz (Motionflowโ„ข XR 960)
Direct-LED Flicker-Free Backlighting w/ Frame Dimming
HDR: HDR 10, Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG), Dolby Vision
Smart Platform: Google TV
Supports: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant,
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NEXTGEN TV (ATSC 3.0)

Ports:
4x HDMI (2x HDMI 2.1)
2x USB
1x Digital
1x Tuner (Cable/Ant)
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Model: Sony 65 inch X85K 4K DHR LED with Smart Google TV in Black | KD65X85K

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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.
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.
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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inprogress2
11-17-2023 at 06:07 AM.
11-17-2023 at 06:07 AM.
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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11-17-2023 at 07:50 AM.

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11-17-2023 at 07:50 AM.
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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11-17-2023 at 08:08 AM.
11-17-2023 at 08:08 AM.
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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11-17-2023 at 08:13 AM.
11-17-2023 at 08:13 AM.
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?
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--Kyle--
11-17-2023 at 09:09 AM.
11-17-2023 at 09:09 AM.
Quote from kevagain :
which subreddit is good to learn about tv talk? 4kTV?

That one and also r/hometheatre
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11-18-2023 at 10:23 AM.
11-18-2023 at 10:23 AM.
I keep hoping the 85" X85K will come back in stock. Anyone seen it anywhere?
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11-18-2023 at 10:28 AM.
11-18-2023 at 10:28 AM.
Tcl QM8 65 inch or this?
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11-18-2023 at 11:12 AM.

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11-18-2023 at 11:12 AM.
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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11-18-2023 at 11:48 AM.
11-18-2023 at 11:48 AM.
This one vs the Hisense u7k, if brand doesn't matter, which do you recommend, SD tv experts??
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11-18-2023 at 01:36 PM.
11-18-2023 at 01:36 PM.
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.
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11-18-2023 at 01:37 PM.
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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??
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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11-18-2023 at 03:19 PM.
11-18-2023 at 03:19 PM.
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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11-18-2023 at 05:05 PM.
11-18-2023 at 05:05 PM.
Which is better buy? 75 inch u7k from hisense or this model for 75inch? Price difference 200 it seems.
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