LG QNED80 55" vs Sony Bravia 9 75"
LG's QNED80 delivers impressive value for budget-conscious buyers seeking solid 4K performance at 55 inches, featuring quantum dot technology, 700-nit brightness, and respectable gaming credentials with 10ms input lag. Sony's Bravia 9 represents a premium flagship experience, commanding over 4x the price with a massive 75-inch mini-LED panel achieving exceptional 3300-nit brightness, superior Cognitive Processor XR performance, and cinema-grade audio with Dolby Atmos through 4.2.2 speakers. Gaming performance favors Sony with 8ms input lag, while the LG holds its own for casual gamers. Picture quality diverges sharply—Sony's mini-LED backlighting and advanced processing crush the LG's single-zone capabilities. Audio quality is dramatically different: LG's 20W stereo versus Sony's 85W immersive sound system. For casual viewing and budget-conscious buyers, the LG QNED80 offers genuine value; serious cinephiles, gamers, and those seeking theater-grade performance should invest in the Bravia 9, though it operates in an entirely different market segment.
Full Specifications
| Spec | LG QNED80 55" | Sony Bravia 9 75" |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 300 x 300mm | 400 x 400mm |
| Weight | 28.4 lbs | 101.4 lbs |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | 48.5 x 30.7 x 9.3 inches | 66.8 x 44.7 x 13.4 inches |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 20 | 85 |
| Speakers | 2.0ch | 4.2.2ch Acoustic Multi-Audio+ |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 10 | 8 |
| Display | ||
| HDR | HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG, Filmmaker Mode |
| Size | 55" | 75" |
| Type | QNED (Quantum Dot NanoCell) | Mini-LED |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz (native) | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 700 | 3300 |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | webOS 24 | Google TV |
| Voice assistant | ThinQ AI, Alexa, Google Assistant | Google Assistant |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | α8 AI Processor 4K | Cognitive Processor XR |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.2 |
| USB ports | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports | 4 | 4 |
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Pros & Cons
LG QNED80 55"
Pros
- 120Hz native panel with VRR at a mid-range price
- Dolby Vision support for superior HDR compared to HDR10+ only TVs
- webOS 24 is one of the best smart TV platforms available
- Four HDMI ports with ALLM for multi-device setups
- Quantum Dot + NanoCell technology improves color accuracy
Cons
- Not OLED — contrast and black levels are significantly behind
- 700-nit brightness is modest for HDR highlights
- 20W speakers are underwhelming — needs a soundbar
- Edge-lit LED can show uneven backlighting in dark scenes
Sony Bravia 9 75"
Pros
- XR Backlight Master Drive with thousands of precise Mini-LED zones for exceptional contrast
- Acoustic Multi-Audio+ uses speakers behind the screen to localize sound to on-screen action
- Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos support for top-tier cinematic HDR
- Google TV is clean, feature-rich, and tightly integrated with Google ecosystem
- 85W output from a 4.2.2ch system is class-leading built-in audio
Cons
- Very high price at $2,999 for a Mini-LED panel that cannot match OLED black levels
- Input lag of ~8ms, while good, trails LG OLED panels for competitive gaming
- Sony's Bravia Cam (for auto-calibration features) is sold separately
- 75-inch size and 101 lbs makes installation and repositioning very challenging
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