Sony X90L vs X90K: Which 4K, 120 Hz TV Offers a Better Viewing Experience?

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Introduce​

Parameter
Sony X90L​
Sony X90K​
Picture​
SonyX90L.jpg
SonyX90K.jpg
Price​
$998
$978
Model Year​
2023​
2022​
Specific Uses​
Gaming, particularly with PlayStation 5​
Home Viewing​
Highlight​
Game Menu: Centralized management for gaming picture settings and assist features
Amazon Handpicked: Curated selections based on research
Cognitive Processor XR: Delivers lifelike picture quality with dynamic contrast, detailed blacks, natural colors, and high brightness
HDMI 2.1 Gaming: Supports 4K/120, VRR, and ALLM for enhanced gaming performance
BRAVIA CORE: Includes streaming of high-bitrate 4K UHD movies, 5 credits for new releases, and 12-month access to classic films​
Product Type: Premium Smart TV
Operating System: Android TV
Content Streaming Services Supported: Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV, HBO Max, Peacock, AirPlay 2
Color Technology: XR Triluminos Pro
Image Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Wi-Fi Frequency: 2.4 GHz/5 GHz
Wi-Fi Standard: Wi-Fi Certified 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Power Consumption (Standby): 0.5W
HDMI Version: HDMI 2.1
Gaming Features: 4K/120, VRR, ALLM
Gaming Interface: Game Menu for settings management​

Side-by-Side Comparison​

System​

Parameter
Sony X90L​
Sony X90K​
Operating System​
Google TV​
Google TV, Android​
Internet Applications​
Prime Video, Hulu, Netflix, Disney Plus, HBO Max, Airplay 2, Peacock, Apple TV​
Amazon Instant Video, Hulu Plus, Netflix, Disney+, HBO Max, Airplay 2, Peacock, Apple TV​
Remote Control​
-​
Voice control​
Controller Type​
Remote Control​
Google Assistant,Amazon Alexa​

Display​

Parameter
Sony X90L​
Sony X90K​
Aspect Ratio​
16:9​
16:9​
Display Technology​
LED​
LED​
Screen Finish​
Flat​
Flat​
Has Color Screen​
Yes​
Yes​
Resolution​
4K​
4K​
Refresh Rate​
120​
120 Hz​
Response Time​
-​
-​
HDR Format Supported​
HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision​
-​
Maximum Display Brightness​
-​
-​
Display Backlight​
LCD​
-​
Display Backlight Setting​
Full Array Local Dimming​
full_array_local_dimming​
Picture Quality Enhancement​
Cognitive Processor XR​
High Dynamic Range​
Motion Enhancement​
XR Motion Clarity​
X-Motion Clarity​

Audio​

Parameter
Sony X90L​
Sony X90K​
Number of Audio Channels​
-​
2​
Audio Output Mode​
[Inferred] Multiple​
-​
Audio Input​
HDMI​
HDMI​
Speaker Description​
Acoustic Multi Audio​
Acoustic Multi-Audio​

Connectivity​

Parameter
Sony X90L​
Sony X90K​
Connectivity Technology​
wired, wireless​
Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet, HDMI​
Bluetooth Version​
4.2​
4.2​
Screen Mirroring​
Apple AirPlay​
Apple AirPlay​
Total Usb Ports​
2​
2​
Number of HDMI Ports​
4​
4​
Connector Type​
HDMI, USB​
HDMI, USB​
Signal Format​
digital​
digital​

Features​

Parameter
Sony X90L​
Sony X90K​
Video Encoding​
HEVC or VP9​
H.264, H.265 (HEVC), or VP9​
Compatible Devices​
Google TV compatible devices, HDMI/USB/wireless devices​
-​
Tuner Type​
ATSC/ATSC 3.0​
ATSC 3.0​
Noteworthy Features​
NEW Eco Dashboard, NEW Game Menu, Exclusive features for PlayStation, Billions of colors with XR Triluminos Pro, Movies on us with BRAVIA CORE (5 credits/12 months)​
Usb Recording (Dvr), Sleep Timer, Chromecast, Ambient Light Sensor, Browser​

Measurements​

Parameter
Sony X90L​
Sony X90K​
Dimensions D x W x H​
13.63"D x 57"W x 34"H​
13.13"D x 57.25"W x 34"H​
Item Weight​
1 Pounds​
52.9 Pounds​
Screen Size​
65​
65 Inches​

Conclusion​

Product
PROS AND CONS​
Sony X90L​
Pros
• Exceptional picture quality that nearly matches OLED sets
• Good price-to-quality balance, making it a great value
• Not susceptible to burn-in issues common with OLEDs
• Clear and legible technical documentation

Cons
• Sub-standard Wi-Fi connectivity, prone to disconnections
• Bluetooth connection issues, requiring frequent re-pairing of headphones
• Remote control lacks backlighting, making it difficult to use in dark rooms
• Remote does not have number or letter buttons, making text entry slow
• Gesture control system is problematic in low light conditions
Sony X90K​
Pros
• Integration of Google TV for intuitive navigation and a wide range of apps
• Excellent picture quality for the price, with no noticeable vignetting
• Good anti-reflective coating suitable for daytime viewing
• Fast refresh rate, making it suitable for casual gaming
• High-quality interface that just works out of the box

Cons
• Higher-end models offer better color depth, but at a significantly higher price
• Potential for defective units, as experienced by the reviewer
• Frustration related to customer service in initial troubleshooting stages
• Delivery experience may not meet expectations, lacking proper setup assistance
 
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