Sony’s Best Priced 4K TVs
Sony just started shipping their first 2020 4K LED HDR TVs. The new models arrive in sizes from 43- to 85-inches, priced from $599.99 to $4,499.99. These LED backlit LCD TVs are designed for cost-conscious shoppers who want the best value for maximum screen size.
Sony’s 2020 4K LED TVs are divided into three series — X800H (good), X900H (better) and X950H (best). That’s “best” of this series, not best of Sony overall. Sony’s top-of-the-line models are split between their 8K LED TVs (Z8H) and OLED 4K TVs (A8H) due out summer/fall 2020. Shoppers should note the “H” in Sony’s model naming signifies a 2020 model, while the 2019 models are denoted by “G”.
X800H 4K HDR LED TVs (Good)
Choose Sony’s X800H (X80H/XH80) TVs for budget-priced 4K HDR color, contrast and clarity. See beautiful pictures, rich with real world detail and texture, powered by our 4K HDR processor X1™. Enjoy expanded, vivid color with the TRILUMINOS™ Display for a more true-to-life picture. Sony’s Android TV with Google Assistant makes life smart with access to favorite content and smart home devices. The X800H has compatibility with Alexa, Apple HomeKit and AirPlay 2.
- 85″ Class (84.6″ diagonal): $2,799.99 MSRP (Available now. Amazon)
- 75″ Class (74.5″ diagonal): $1,499.99 MSRP (Available now. Amazon)
- 65″ Class (64.5″ diagonal): $999.99 MSRP (Available now. Amazon)
- 55″ Class (54.6″ diagonal): $799.99 MSRP (Available now. Amazon)
- 49″ Class (48.5″ diagonal): $649.99 MSRP (Available now. Amazon)
- 43″ Class (42.5″ diagonal): $599.99 MSRP (Available now. Amazon)
For full X800H specifications and features, please visit: https://www.sony.com/electronics/televisions/xbr-x800h-series
X900H 4K HDR LED TVs (Better)
The X900H (X90H/XH90) aims to be the best-bang-for-the-buck when picture quality is most important. It is engineered with a Full Array LED, TRILUMINOS™ Display and X-Tended Dynamic Range technologies, which contribute to an experience that accurately portrays everything users watch and play. Acoustic Multi-Audio beautifully matches picture and sound with discretely mounted tweeters (only on 65″ class and larger). The X900H has compatibility with Alexa, Apple HomeKit and AirPlay 2.
- 85″ Class (84.6″ diagonal): $3,499.99 MSRP (Available to order in Summer 2020)
- 75″ Class (74.5″ diagonal): $2,499.99 MSRP (Available to pre-order now)
- 65″ Class (64.5″ diagonal): $1,599.99 MSRP (Available to pre-order now)
- 55″ Class (54.6″ diagonal): $1,199.99 MSRP (Available Summer 2020)
For full X900H specifications and features, please visit: https://www.sony.com/electronics/televisions/xbr-x900h-series
X950H 4K HDR LED TVs (Best)
The X950H (X95H/XH95) is the best of Son’y 4K LCD line, which improves contrast further thanks to Sony’s proprietary Picture Processor X1™ Ultimate. With advanced Full Array LED technology, customers will see crystal-clear 4K HDR images in everything they watch. Bright and dark scenes feel more natural, and colors are even more true-to-life with the TRILUMINOS™ display. Enjoy a stunning picture with the smooth motion of X-Motion Clarity with a flexible 2-way stand for a seamless viewing experience.
Acoustic Multi-Audio™ beautifully matches picture and sound with discretely mounted tweeters. The X950H delivers dazzling detail and color with HDR, Dolby Vision™, IMAX Enhanced™ and Netflix Calibrated Mode. Stay focused on the big picture with a slim and flush design and thin aluminum bezel. The X950H has compatibility with Alexa, Apple HomeKit and AirPlay 2, along with hands-free Google Assistant.
- 85″ Class (84.6″ diagonal): $4,499.99 MSRP (Available now)
- 75″ Class (74.5″ diagonal): $3,499.99 MSRP (Available to pre-order now)
- 65″ Class (64.5″ diagonal): $1,999.99 MSRP (Available to pre-order now)
- 55″ Class (54.6″ diagonal): $1,399.99 MSRP (Available to pre-order now)
- 49″ Class (48.5″ diagonal): $999.99 MSRP (Available now)
For full X950H specifications and features, please visit: https://www.sony.com/electronics/televisions/xbr-x950h-series
Specifications Compared
| X800H | X900H | X950H | |
| “good” | “better” | “best” | |
| Model Year | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 |
| Screen | 43” | – | – |
| 49” | – | 49” | |
| 55” | 55” | 55” | |
| 65” | 65” | 65” | |
| 75” | 75” | 75” | |
| 85” | 85” | 85” | |
| Display Type | LCD | LCD | LCD |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 |
| 3D Capability | – | – | – |
| Backlight Type | Edge LED 43/49” Direct LED | Direct (Full Array LED) | Direct (Full Array LED) |
| Backlight Dimming | Frame Dining | Local Dimming | Local Dimming |
| HDR | Yes (HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision) | Yes (HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision) | Yes (HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision) |
| Picture Processor | X1™ | X1™ | X1™ Ultimate |
| Clarity Enhancement | 4K X-Reality™ PRO | 4K X-Reality™ PRO | 4K X-Reality™ PRO |
| – | – | Dual database processing | |
| – | – | Object-based Super Resolution | |
| Color Enhancement | Live Color™ Technology | Live Color™ Technology | Live Color™ Technology |
| TRILUMINOS™ Display | TRILUMINOS™ Display | TRILUMINOS™ Display | |
| – | Precision Color Mapping | Precision Color Mapping | |
| – | – | Super bit mapping™ HDR | |
| Contrast Enhancement | Dynamic Contrast Enhancer | Dynamic Contrast Enhancer | Dynamic Contrast Enhancer |
| Object-based HDR remaster | Object-based HDR remaster | Object-based HDR remaster | |
| – | X-tended Dynamic Range™ PRO | X-tended Dynamic Range™ PRO | |
| Motion Enhancer | Motionflow™ XR 240 (native 60 Hz) | X-Motion Clarity, Auto mode | X-Motion Clarity, Auto mode |
| Audio Power Output | 10 W + 10 W | 10 W + 10 W | 10 W + 10 W (49/85”) |
| 10 W + 10 W + 5 W + 5 W | |||
| Speaker Type | Bass Reflex Speaker (49”) | Bass Reflex Speaker (43/49”) | |
| Bass Reflex Speaker; X-Balanced (55”+) | Bass Reflex Speaker; X-Balanced (55”) | ||
| Acoustic Multi-Audio; Sound Positioning Tweeter, X-Balanced Speaker (65”+) | Acoustic Multi-Audio; Sound Positioning Tweeter, X-Balanced Speaker (55/65/75”) | ||
| Acoustic Multi-Audio; Sound Positioning Tweeter (85”) | |||
| Sound Processing | No | No | No |
| Simulated Surround Sound | – | – | Yes |
| OS | Android™ | Android™ | Android™ |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi Certified 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi Certified 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi Certified 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| Ethernet Ports | 1 (side) | 1 (side) | 1 (side) |
| 1 (bottom) 43/49” | 1 (bottom) 49/85” | ||
| HDMI Inputs | 4 (4 side) | 4 (4 side) | 4 (4 side) |
| 4 (3 side, 1 bottom) 43/49” | 4 (1 Side, 3 Bottom) 49/85” | ||
| USB Ports | 2 (side) | 2 (side) | 2 (side) |
| 2 (side), 1 (bottom) 49/85” | |||
| USB HDD Recording | No | No | No |
| Frame Color | Black | Black | Black (49/85”) |
| Dark Silver (55/65/75”) | |||
| Stand Design | Metal Blade Stand | Metal Blade Stand | Metal Blade Stand (49/85”) |
| Premium Blade Stand (55/65/75”) |
Price Comparison
| X800H | X900H | X950H | |
| 43” | $599.99 | ||
| 49” | $649.99 | $999.99 | |
| 55” | $799.99 | $1,199.99 | $1,399.99 |
| 65” | $999.99 | $1,599.99 | $1,999.99 |
| 75” | $1,499.99 | $2,499.99 | $3,499.99 |
| 85” | $2,799.99 | $3,499.99 | $4,499.99 |
