Samsung The Frame 65" (2023) vs Sony Bravia 8 65"
The Verdict
The Samsung The Frame 65" (2023) and Sony Bravia 8 65" sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Samsung The Frame 65" (2023) is the cheaper of the two at $1,499 versus $1,700, a difference of about $201. The Sony Bravia 8 65" is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Samsung The Frame 65" (2023) stands out for art mode displays artwork when off — blends into any room as wall 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 65" (2023) if…
- →Art Mode displays artwork when off — blends into any room as wall decor
- →Matte anti-reflection screen eliminates glare and reduces fingerprints
- →Customizable bezels match any interior style — looks like a picture frame
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 65" (2023)
Pros
- Art Mode displays artwork when off — blends into any room as wall decor
- Matte anti-reflection screen eliminates glare and reduces fingerprints
- Customizable bezels match any interior style — looks like a picture frame
- One Connect box hides all cables for truly clean wall mounting
- 4K@120Hz with VRR keeps it relevant for gaming
Cons
- Picture quality trails Samsung's Neo QLED and OLED models at similar prices
- Art Store subscription ($6/mo) needed for the full artwork gallery
- 1000 nits brightness is average for HDR performance
- Contrast and black levels lag behind OLED and Mini-LED alternatives
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 65" (2023) | Sony Bravia 8 65" |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 200 x 200mm | 300 x 300 |
| Weight | 47.6 lbs | 19.0 kg |
| Dimensions | 57.1 x 32.7 x 1.0 inches | — |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | 57.1 x 35.6 x 7.7 inches | — |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 40 | 50 |
| Speakers | 2.0ch | — |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 10 | — |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Quantum HDR, HDR10+, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG |
| Size | 65" | 65 inches |
| Type | QLED | OLED |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K) | 3840 x 2160 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1000 | — |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | Tizen OS | Google TV |
| Voice assistant | Bixby, Alexa, Google Assistant | Google Assistant, Alexa, Apple AirPlay 2 |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| USB ports | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports | 4 | 4 |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | — | XR Processor |
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