Sony KD-55XH8096BU review
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- 55 inches
- LCD
- 4K Ultra-HD
There’s a big step up in features from Sony’s most basic 4K sets to this mid-range 55-inch KD-55XH8096BU (also known as the KD55XH8096BU). More advanced HDR formats, the Android operating system and an app store: those will help it to a higher score, but it needs to look and sound good too. Is this just a basic TV with a few more features? Let’s find out.
What's included:- Pros and cons
- What is it?
- What’s it like to use?
- Is Sony a good TV brand?
- Should I buy it?
First reviewed by Which?
April 2020
Released
April 2020
Technical specifications
General
- Manufacturer guarantee1 year
- Manufacturer guarantee termsSony offers a one-year guarantee with its sets. Some retailer guarantees can be five or six years, so it's worth checking this before you buy.
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