Samsung The Frame 55" vs Sony Bravia 8 65"
The Verdict
The Samsung The Frame 55" and Sony Bravia 8 65" sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Samsung The Frame 55" is the cheaper of the two at $1,299 versus $1,700, a difference of about $401. The Sony Bravia 8 65" is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Samsung The Frame 55" stands out for art mode displays curated artwork when idle, blending seamlessly into home decor, while Sony Bravia 8 65" is praised for sony xr processor for cinematic picture quality. Use the side-by-side spec table below to compare cameras, displays, battery life and connectivity in detail and decide which one fits your priorities.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Samsung The Frame 55" if…
- →Art Mode displays curated artwork when idle, blending seamlessly into home decor
- →Matte anti-glare display surface reduces distracting reflections in bright rooms
- →Slim One Connect box keeps all cables hidden for a clean, cord-free wall mount
Buy the Sony Bravia 8 65" if…
- →Sony XR Processor for cinematic picture quality
- →Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos
- →Google TV with Apple AirPlay 2
Pros & Cons
Samsung The Frame 55"
Pros
- Art Mode displays curated artwork when idle, blending seamlessly into home decor
- Matte anti-glare display surface reduces distracting reflections in bright rooms
- Slim One Connect box keeps all cables hidden for a clean, cord-free wall mount
- Customizable bezels available in multiple colors and materials
- Magnetic slim cable minimizes visible wiring between the TV and One Connect box
Cons
- QLED panel cannot match the contrast or black levels of an OLED at this price
- Not gaming-focused — limited to 60Hz input lag in game mode and no VRR
- Art Mode and frame customizations add cost through accessories and subscriptions
- Brightness falls short of the QN90D for peak HDR performance
- At $1,299, cheaper QLED panels with better picture quality are available
Sony Bravia 8 65"
Pros
- Sony XR Processor for cinematic picture quality
- Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos
- Google TV with Apple AirPlay 2
- Acoustic Surface Audio for immersive sound
- BRAVIA Theater compatibility
Cons
- $1700 for 65-inch OLED
- 120Hz vs 144Hz on LG/Samsung competitors
- Only Wi-Fi 6 (not 6E or 7)
Full Specifications
| Spec | Samsung The Frame 55" | Sony Bravia 8 65" |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 400 x 400mm | 300 x 300 |
| Weight | 38.8 lbs | 19.0 kg |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | 48.4 x 30.8 x 7.3 inches | — |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 40 | 50 |
| Speakers | 2.0ch | — |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 15 | — |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Quantum HDR, HDR10+, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG |
| Size | 55" | 65 inches |
| Type | QLED | OLED |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) | 3840 x 2160 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1500 | — |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | Tizen OS | Google TV |
| Voice assistant | Bixby, Alexa, Google Assistant | Google Assistant, Alexa, Apple AirPlay 2 |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | Quantum Processor 4K Lite | XR Processor |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| USB ports | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports | 4 | 4 |
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