Sony calls this set the BRAVIA 8 II, but the direct predecessor is the A95L. The important distinction is the QD-OLED panel. If you want that combination of Sony processing and vivid HDR color, the US size choice stops at 65 inches.
In depth
Sony BRAVIA 8 II review
Published
Best forMovie enthusiasts buying a 55- or 65-inch OLED for evening viewing.
At a glance
- Display technology
- QD-OLED
- Available sizes
- 55 inches65 inches
- Native resolution
- 3840 × 2160
- Native refresh rate
- 120 Hz
- HDR formats
- Dolby VisionHDR10HLG
Pros
- Strong HDR color and wide viewing angles on the 65-inch test sample. 1
- Dolby Vision and Acoustic Surface Audio+ complement a movie-focused setup.
Cons
- Ambient light can lift the apparent black level. 1
- A soundbar on eARC uses one of just two high-refresh HDMI inputs.
Display
- 4K QD-OLED
- Dolby Vision / HDR10 / HLG
RTINGS found rich, bright HDR color and deep blacks on its 65-inch set in a dark room. From a seat off to the side, the picture held together well. With the lights up, dark tones could look gray. I'd invest in a blind or rearrange a lamp before spending more on a brighter source player. 1
Audio and Connectivity
- Acoustic Surface Audio+
- Four HDMI inputs
- eARC
Actuators use the screen itself to produce sound, so dialogue is physically anchored near the picture. With compatible Sony audio equipment the TV can serve as a center channel. If you already own a receiver, check that compatibility before counting on the screen to replace your center speaker.
Gaming
- 4K at 120 Hz on two inputs
- VRR
An eARC audio system occupies one of the high-bandwidth inputs. With a console and a gaming PC, that leaves one direct socket for 4K/120. A receiver that passes the required video mode can make the difference between an uncluttered setup and regular cable swapping.
Alternatives
If you already have an A95L that fits, keep the decision tied to a picture improvement you can see at home. Sony's newer model has a narrower size choice, with no 77-inch BRAVIA 8 II for someone replacing a large A95L. A larger standard BRAVIA 8 or XR8B uses a different OLED design.
Verdict
This is an especially attractive 55- or 65-inch movie screen for a household that watches together after dark. Decide how the gaming sources fit before committing both fast HDMI inputs.
About this review
This is a research-based review. The Fasit has not physically tested this product.
Sources & Research
1 reference
Independent sources cited in this article.
- RTINGSSony BRAVIA 8 II review (opens in a new tab)https://www.rtings.com/tv/reviews/sony/bravia-8-ii-oled
65-inch QD-OLED HDR color, off-axis viewing, ambient black lift and connection limits.