Sony BRAVIA 9 vs Sony A95L vs Sony X93L: Which 4K TV Reigns Supreme in Popularity?

Harry Williams

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Introduce​

Parameter
Sony BRAVIA 9​
Sony A95L​
Sony X93L​
Picture​
SonyBRAVIA9.jpg
SonyA95L.jpg
SonyX93L.jpg
Price​
$2998
$3498
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Model Year​
2024​
2023​
2023​
Specific Uses​
Entertainment​
Entertainment​
Home Viewing, Gaming, Eco-conscious Consumers​
Highlight​
Picture Quality: Premium picture from any angle, reduced glare with X-Wide Angle and X-Anti Reflection.
Movie Streaming: Includes SONY PICTURES CORE app with 10 credits for new movies and 24 months of classic films.
Color Technology: Billions of accurate real-world colors with QLED and XR Triluminos Pro.
Immersive Experience: Supports Dolby Vision, Atmos, IMAX Enhanced, and DTS:X for cinematic experience.
Upscaling: XR Clear Image technology enhances HD and digital content, restoring lost detail.
Processing Power: XR Processor enhances scenes in real-time, boosting color, contrast, and clarity.​
Picture Quality: Cognitive Processor XR, wide dynamic contrast, detailed blacks, natural colors, high peak brightness
Gaming Features: HDMI 2.1, 4K/120, VRR, ALLM
PlayStation 5 Optimization: Auto HDR Tone Mapping, Auto Genre Picture Mode
Game Settings Management: Game Menu for centralized settings
Entertainment Support: Dolby Vision, IMAX Enhanced, Netflix Adaptive Calibrated Mode​
Game Menu: Centralized interface for gaming picture settings and assist features.
Smart TV Features: Google TV access, voice search with Google Assistant, supports Apple AirPlay.
Viewing Angles: Wide angles, color preservation, anti-reflective screen.
Picture Quality: Cognitive Processor XR for dynamic contrast, detailed blacks, natural colors, high peak brightness.
BRAVIA CORE: Streaming access to high-quality 4K UHD movies, includes 5 credits for new releases and 12-month subscription for classics.​

Side-by-Side Comparison​

System​

Parameter
Sony BRAVIA 9​
Sony A95L​
Sony X93L​
Operating System​
Google TV​
Google TV​
Google TV​
Internet Applications​
Prime Video, Hulu Plus, Netflix, Max, Disney+, YouTube, Sony Pictures CORE, Google TV​
Netflix, Disney Plus, Prime Video, Hulu, HBO Max, Airplay 2, Peacock, Apple TV​
Netflix, Disney Plus, Prime Video, Hulu, HBO Max, Airplay 2, Peacock, Apple TV​
Remote Control​
Bluetooth​
Bluetooth​
Bluetooth​
Controller Type​
Remote Control​
Remote Control​
Remote Control​

Display​

Parameter
Sony BRAVIA 9​
Sony A95L​
Sony X93L​
Aspect Ratio​
16:9​
16:9​
16:9​
Display Technology​
Mini Led​
OLED​
Mini Led​
Screen Finish​
Flat​
Flat​
Flat​
Has Color Screen​
Yes​
Yes​
Yes​
Resolution​
4K​
4K​
4K​
Refresh Rate​
120 Hz​
120​
120​
Response Time​
-​
-​
-​
HDR Format Supported​
HLG, HDR10, Dolby Vision​
Dolby Vision​
Dolby Vision​
Maximum Display Brightness​
-​
-​
-​
Display Backlight​
Mini-LED​
Self-Luminous​
Mini-LED​
Display Backlight Setting​
Full Array Local Dimming​
-​
-​
Picture Quality Enhancement​
XR Triluminos Pro, XR Clear Image, XR Processor​
QD-OLED​
Cognitive Processor XR and XR Backlight Master Drive​
Motion Enhancement​
XR Motion Clarity​
XR OLED Motion​
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Audio​

Parameter
Sony BRAVIA 9​
Sony A95L​
Sony X93L​
Number of Audio Channels​
2​
2.2​
7.1 or fewer​
Audio Output Mode​
Surround​
Acoustic Surface Audio+ (TV's built-in speakers)​
Dolby Atmos​
Audio Input​
HDMI​
HDMI​
HDMI​
Speaker Description​
Acoustic Multi-Audio​
Acoustic Surface Audio+​
Acoustic Multi Audio​

Connectivity​

Parameter
Sony BRAVIA 9​
Sony A95L​
Sony X93L​
Connectivity Technology​
Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet, HDMI​
Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet, HDMI​
Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet, HDMI​
Bluetooth Version​
5.3​
5.0​
-​
Screen Mirroring​
AirPlay 2, Google Cast​
Apple AirPlay​
AirPlay 2​
Total Usb Ports​
2​
2​
2​
Number of HDMI Ports​
4​
4​
4​
Connector Type​
USB, RS232C, Optical, Ethernet, HDMI​
USB, HDMI​
USB, HDMI​
Signal Format​
digital​
digital (including HDMI and HDR)​
Digital​

Features​

Parameter
Sony BRAVIA 9​
Sony A95L​
Sony X93L​
Video Encoding​
-​
H.264 or H.265​
H.264, H.265 (HEVC), VP9, or AV1​
Compatible Devices​
Smartphone​
Google TV, Alexa, Apple AirPlay, HomeKit compatible devices with HDMI and USB connectivity​
Playstation 5​
Tuner Type​
ATSC​
QAM​
ATSC​
Noteworthy Features​
X-Wide Angle, X-Anti Reflection, Studio Calibrated Modes - NEW! Prime Video, Netflix Adaptive, Sony Pictures CORE, Exclusive features for the PlayStation 5, XR TRILUMINOS Pro, Google TV with Google Assistant, AirPlay 2, Game Menu​
NEW Eco Dashboard, Movies on us with BRAVIA CORE (10 credits/24 months), QD-OLED panel with XR Triluminos Max, NEW Game Menu, NEW Multi View​
NEW Eco Dashboard, NEW Game Menu, Exclusive features for PlayStation® 5, X-Wide Angle and X-Anti Reflection, Movies on us with BRAVIA CORE (5 credits/12 months)​

Measurements​

Parameter
Sony BRAVIA 9​
Sony A95L​
Sony X93L​
Dimensions D x W x H​
13.38"D x 56.88"W x 33.38"H​
13"D x 57.13"W x 34"H​
13.38"D x 56.88"W x 33.38"H​
Item Weight​
76.7 Pounds​
54.9 Pounds​
72.7 Pounds​
Screen Size​
64.5​
65​
65​

Conclusion​

Product
PROS AND CONS​
Sony BRAVIA 9​
Pros
• Stunning high brightness and contrast
• Crisp clarity with vibrant colors
• Extraordinary sound quality
• Simple installation and setup
• Impressive picture quality and sound options
• Excellent gaming features
• Good factory settings with fine-tuning options
• Effective local dimming for deep blacks
• Compatible with older Sony remotes and universal remotes

Cons
• Display panel quality issues, particularly brightness uniformity
• Noticeable vignetting on the top and side edges
• Remote could benefit from more dedicated buttons
Sony A95L​
Pros
Amazing picture quality - The image is described as beautiful, with rich colors and impressive resolution.
Good sound quality - The sound output and clarity are described as a big improvement, even eliminating the need for a home theater system.
Well-designed remote - The remote features a user-friendly layout, backlighting, and pre-programmed buttons for popular streaming services.
Easy setup - Setting up the TV and connecting to Wi-Fi is straightforward and quick.
Great usability - Menus are nicely arranged, and navigating settings is quick and efficient.
VESA mount compatibility - The TV comes with the necessary screws for easy wall mounting.
Remote control app - The ability to use an iPhone app as a remote adds convenience.
Single power cord - The absence of a power brick simplifies the setup.

Cons
Slow operating system - The OS is criticized for being sluggish and unresponsive.
Poor user interface - The interface often forgets app usage and displays ads, detracting from the experience.
Instructions are inadequate - The printed instructions are poorly made and not helpful, requiring users to seek online resources.
Single remote limitation - A suggestion for having two remotes is mentioned, implying that one remote can be insufficient for multiple users.
Cord color preference - The black power cord is noted as undesirable compared to a white option.
Sony X93L​
Pros:
• Bright screen with vibrant colors
• Good anti-reflective behavior
• No dimming or blooming effects
• Excellent color and contrast
• No risk of burn-in
• Great sound quality
• Highly regarded as superior to competitors like the X90L
• Ideal for home theater setups

Cons:
• Defaults to Eco mode and low brightness upon initial setup
• Potential for defective units (as experienced by the reviewer)
• Setup may require additional tools and effort for cable management
 
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