Sony KD-65XG9505 65 "

Quality update

The top model of Sony's XG line is the successor to another popular 65-inch TV, the KD-65XF9005, released in 2018. She received an updated image processor X1 Ultimate, evolved multimedia remote control, which has become thinner and more comfortable, as well as a new version of Android TV 8.0 with the possibility of a subsequent upgrade to 9.0. The smart platform has got a quick customizable menu and a clear interface, so it competes almost on equal terms with Tizen and webOS.

Acoustics, as before, is represented by two 10-watt speakers.

Flawless picture

The Sony KD-65XG9505 supports a resolution of 3840x2160 pixels and HDR, namely three standards: HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision (only HDR10+ is missing). The viewer is waiting for high detail and rich colours when playing the appropriate content. A large reserve of peak brightness allows you to fully reveal the capabilities of the extended dynamic range (in tests when playing HDR content, it exceeds 1100 cd / m2).

The presence of local dimming provides high levels of contrast and image uniformity. Light colours look natural in a well-lit room, while dark colours look natural in a dark room. Due to successful factory calibration at height and colour accuracy, which does not require additional settings from the user.

Only small viewing angles leave much to be desired. This is explained by the fact that the 65-inch model does not have X-Wide Angle technology, which improves visibility. In the 2019 lineup, it is available on versions with a larger screen size, starting with the Sony KD-75XG9505.

Blur-free motion, lag-free gaming

Thanks to the 120Hz refresh rate of the matrix, the TV does an excellent job of processing dynamic scenes. When playing content with fast-moving objects, fast response is guaranteed and there are no jerks, noise or strong blur. The manufacturer also worked on minimizing the input lag, which became noticeably better in the game mode (around 20 – 25 ms, while the input lag of the predecessor was almost 2 times longer).

Sony KD-65XG9505 is one of the best classic LED-backlit TVs today, able to impose competition on QLED and OLED counterparts.