· MINI LED BRIGHTNESS AND CONTRAST: Thousands of Mini LEDs are precisely controlled by XR Backlight Master Drive to deliver captivating brightness and authentic contrast. · BILLIONS OF REAL-WORLD COLORS: Access billions of accurate real-world colors with XR Triluminos Pro. · POWERFUL TV PROCESSING WITH AI: XR Processor with AI technology intelligently enhances every scene in real-time boosting color, contrast, and clarity. · EVERYTHING YOU STREAM. ALL IN ONE SCREEN: Get access to all your favorite streaming apps in one place with Google TV. With Google Assistant, simply use your voice to search and ask questions. Easily stream to your TV with support for Apple AirPlay 2 and Google Cast. · MOVIES INCLUDED: Get movies included and access to the largest IMAX Enhanced collection with the SONY PICTURES CORE app. · STUDIO CALIBRATED PICTURE: See picture quality just as the creator’s intended with studio calibrated picture modes specially designed for Netflix, Prime Video, and SONY PICTURES CORE. · PERFECT FOR PLAYSTATION 5: Take your PS5 gaming to the next level with exclusive features – Auto HDR Tone Mapping and Auto Genre Picture Mode – that optimizes picture quality for gaming and streaming. Game Menu puts all your gaming picture settings and exclusive assist features in one place. · MORE IMMERSIVE MOVIE EXPERIENCE: Get a truly cinematic viewing experience with support for Dolby Vision and Atmos, IMAX Enhanced, and DTS:X.· CRYSTAL CLEAR PICTURE POWERED BY AI: Upscale all your HD and digital content and bring back lost detail with XR Clear Image and AI technology.· BLUR-FREE ACTION: See blur-free picture quality in fast-moving sports and action-packed movies powered by XR Motion
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Roughin' ItReviewed in the United States on May 11, 2025
If I had only one sentence to summarize this Sony Bravia 5 series TV it would be: Wow, the mid-range TVs have really made the jump into premium territory! I'm truly amazed at the color at the Bravia 5. It really shines when watching things like high-resolution animation or anime. The colors just jump out at you. Some may consider the colors to be oversaturated, but to each their own (plus, they can tinker with the picture settings in the settings menu). Brightness is also a strong suit here. My primary location for the TV is inside a home gym that gets a ton of light from outside. The TV has no issue overcoming that ambient light whatsoever. The images never appeared washed out either. I'm not sure if that's a mini-led thing, or just this particular TV...but it works well. The Bravia 5 has a native, real-life 120hz panel (meaning the image refreshes really fast). This is primarily good for fast action scenes, but I don't think movies typically film at that standard. What does produce 120hz images is the modern video game consoles. I happen to have a PS5 that I hooked up and WOW. The smoothness of the gameplay was noticeable. I never had a complaint about it on my older OLED TV, but seeing the difference is crazy. The Bravia 5 also has some PS5-specific features like frame matching and different color mapping. If you're a hardcore gamer, these features might mean more to you than they do to me. Just trust that the Bravia 5 is a gamers dream! 4k, HDR, high refresh rate. It's all there! The contrast is a *slight* letdown, but that's probably more of a symptom of coming from an OLED panel. OLED TVs have the best contrast among any TVs out there, and the mini-LED just can't match it. That's not to say the mini-LED is bad, no way! It's just a bit behind the OLED curve in this one spot. Something that the Bravia did one-up the OLED TV on was sound quality. While my OLED TV claims to support Atmos sound, it's really just an upward firing speaker that handles everything. Not ideal. I'm not sure where the speakers are on the Bravia 5, but I can say that the sound is much clearer and a even a bit more defined. I can actually hear the variations in the tone of someone's voice, which is something my OLED doesn't handle well. Think Kevin Hart going from normal voice to his amped-up, squeaky voice. It works well. Is it going to take the place of a true 5.1.2 Atmos sound system with amps and receivers? No. But it's very doable for built-in speakers. Honestly, I think it's the best built-in speakers I've experienced on a TV, but that's not saying much due to my lack of options. Look, overall, I feel like this TV really is excellent. It's a bit on the pricey side ($1200 for 55" at time of writing) for a midrange TV, but it's from top-tier brand and it's definitely more premium than cheaper brands and models. However, at this price it's worth considering an OLED model, which would probably add a few hundred bucks to the total but would also provide the best contrast on the market. I think it all depends on how much TV you watch and how dedicated you are to your experience. For most, I believe the Bravia 5 will provide a perfectly premium TV experience without breaking the bank for an OLED.
Sam FisherReviewed in the United States on May 13, 2025
TL;DR: The Sony Bravia 5's mini-LED display and XR processor deliver stunning picture quality for movies and TV, but the limited HDMI 2.1 ports are a bummer for serious gamers with multiple consoles. The built-in sound is decent, but a dedicated sound system is still recommended for the best audio experience. Overall, a great TV for most users, especially if picture quality is a top priority. Full Review: Just got my hands on the new Sony Bravia 5, and right out of the box, the picture quality really stood out. Sony’s calling it a mini-LED, and honestly, it’s not just a fancy name—they’ve seriously stepped it up. Compared to my old set, the difference is obvious. The brightness and contrast are immediately noticeable. Bright scenes have this vibrant punch, while darker ones actually look rich without turning into a blurry mess. It’s clear they’ve fine-tuned things to make visuals more dynamic. I’ve seen it side by side with other brands, and the Bravia 5 holds its own—especially with color. Everything just feels more vivid. That’s probably Sony’s XR processor doing its thing, keeping the lighting balanced and details sharp. Design-wise, it’s pretty straightforward. It’s not the thinnest out there, but it looks sleek and modern enough. I like that the stand can be raised—makes space for a soundbar without blocking the screen. Small touch, but really practical. Sony’s XR tech also seems to be working behind the scenes depending on what you’re watching. Whether it’s a movie night or a live game, it adjusts on the fly and keeps things smooth. It also supports Dolby Vision, HLG, and HDR10, which covers most of what you’d need if you care about picture fidelity. For gamers, it supports 4K at 120Hz, which is ideal for newer consoles. The PlayStation 5 integration is a nice bonus—adjusts things automatically. But there’s a bit of a catch: only two HDMI 2.1 ports. And if you’re using a soundbar through eARC, you’re down to one. Not a huge issue if you’re just using one console, but anyone with a more involved setup might feel the pinch. Audio-wise, it’s alright. Sony’s Acoustic Multi-Audio system gives the illusion that sound’s coming from the screen itself, which is pretty cool. It can also team up with a soundbar, though I haven’t tried that yet. For everyday use, the built-in speakers do fine. But if you care a lot about sound, you’ll probably want to add a proper system. All in all, the Bravia 5 is a strong choice. The mini-LED panel and XR processing really deliver when it comes to visuals. The limited HDMI 2.1 ports might annoy some gamers, but for most folks wanting a quality all-around TV, it’s definitely worth a look. --- Product: Sony BRAVIA 5 55 Inch TV, Mini LED, 4K Smart Google TV, XR Processor with AI Technology,120hz Television with Dolby Vision/Atmos, Exclusive Features for PlayStation®5, K-55XR50, 2025 Model (55 inch) ASIN: