Sony KD-65X80J review
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- 65 inches
- LCD
- 4K
Considering it’s Sony’s cheapest 65-inch 4K TV for 2021, the KD-65X80J has more in common with high-end sets than you’d expect. Dolby Vision advanced HDR and Dolby Atmos overhead sound processing are a far cry from the truly basic entry-level Sony TVs of old. Let’s see how it did in our tests.
What's included:- Pros and cons
- What is it?
- • Screen size: 65-inch
- What’s the picture quality like?
- What’s the sound quality like?
- What’s it like to use?
- How are the smart features?
- Is there anything else I should know?
- Is Sony a good TV brand?
- Should I buy it?
First reviewed by Which?
July 2021
Released
April 2021
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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