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  1. Table of Contents
  2. Top
  3. Main Differences
  4. Brightness
    1. HDR Brightness
    2. HDR Brightness In Game Mode
    3. SDR Brightness
  5. Black Level
    1. Contrast
    2. Lighting Zone Precision
    3. Lighting Zone Transitions
    4. Contrast And Dark Details In Game Mode
    5. Black Uniformity
  6. Picture Quality
    1. Contrast
    2. Blooming
    3. Lighting Zone Transitions
    4. Contrast And Dark Details In Game Mode
    5. HDR Brightness
    6. HDR Brightness In Game Mode
    7. PQ EOTF Tracking
    8. SDR Brightness
    9. Color Gamut
    10. Color Volume
    11. Pre Calibration
    12. Post Calibration
    13. Gray Uniformity
    14. Black Uniformity
    15. Viewing Angle
    16. Reflections
    17. HDR Native Gradient
    18. Low-Quality Content Smoothing
    19. Upscaling: Sharpness Processing
    20. Pixels
  7. Color
    1. SDR Color Volume
    2. HDR Color Volume
    3. SDR Pre-Calibration Color Accuracy
    4. SDR Post-Calibration Color Accuracy
    5. HDR Pre-Calibration Color Accuracy
    6. HDR Post-Calibration Color Accuracy
  8. Motion
    1. Response Time
    2. Flicker-Free
    3. Black Frame Insertion (BFI)
    4. Motion Interpolation
    5. Stutter
    6. 24p Judder
    7. Variable Refresh Rate
  9. Processing
    1. PQ EOTF Tracking
    2. Low-Quality Content Smoothing
    3. Upscaling: Sharpness Processing
    4. HDR Native Gradient
  10. Game Mode Responsiveness
    1. Input Lag
    2. Supported Resolutions
    3. Variable Refresh Rate
    4. CAD In Game Mode @ Max Refresh Rate
    5. CAD In Game Mode @ 120Hz
    6. CAD In Game Mode @ 60Hz
    7. PS5 Compatibility
    8. Xbox Series X|S Compatibility
  11. Motion Handling
    1. Stutter
    2. 24p Judder
    3. Response Time
    4. Flicker
    5. Black Frame Insertion (BFI)
    6. Motion Interpolation
  12. Reflections
    1. Direct Reflections
    2. Ambient Black Level Raise
    3. Total Reflected Light
    4. Ambient Color Saturation
  13. Panel
    1. Viewing Angle
    2. Gray Uniformity
    3. Panel Technology
  14. Inputs
    1. Input Lag
    2. Supported Resolutions
    3. PS5 Compatibility
    4. Xbox Series X|S Compatibility
    5. Input Specifications
    6. Input Photos
    7. Audio Passthrough
    8. Total Inputs
    9. HDR Format Support
  15. Design
    1. Style
    2. Accelerated Longevity Test
    3. Stand
    4. Back
    5. Borders
    6. Thickness
    7. Build Quality
  16. Smart Features
    1. Interface
    2. Ad-Free
    3. Apps and Features
    4. Remote
    5. TV Controls
    6. In The Box
    7. Misc
  17. Sound Quality
    1. Frequency Response
    2. Distortion
  18. Comments

Sony X90L/X90CL vs Sony A80L/A80CL OLED

Side-by-Side Comparison

Products

Sony X90L/X90CL
Sony A80L/A80CL OLED

Tested using Methodology v2.0.1

Updated May 07, 2025 04:48 PM

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Updated Mar 17, 2025 01:08 PM

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Sony X90L/X90CL Picture
Sony A80L/A80CL OLED Picture
Resolution4k
Native Refresh Rate
120Hz
TypeLED
Sub-Type
VA
Dolby Vision
Yes
Screen Finish
Glossy
Resolution4k
Native Refresh Rate
120 Hz
TypeOLED
Sub-Type
WOLED
Dolby Vision
Yes
Screen Finish
Semi-gloss

Variants

  • XR-55X90L (55")
  • XR-65X90L (65")
  • XR-75X90L (75")
  • XR-85X90L (85")
  • XR-98X90L (98")
  • XR-55A80L (55")
  • XR-65A80L (65")
  • XR-77A80L (77")
  • XR-83A80L (83")

Review

See Sony X90L/X90CL Review
See Sony A80L/A80CL OLED Review
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Our Verdict

Sony X90L/X90CL

Sony A80L/A80CL OLED

The Sony X90L/X90CL and the Sony A80L/A80CL OLED are good for different uses. The Sony A80L has better contrast and perfect black uniformity, delivering inky blacks when viewed in a dark room. The A80L also has a faster response time for less blur behind quick motion, and its wider viewing angle makes it the better choice for watching TV with friends. However, the X90L is the brighter TV that overcomes more glare, so it's better if you regularly watch TV in a bright room.

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