Sony A80L 65" (OLED) vs Sony A95L 65"
The Verdict
Sony's flagship A95L elevates the premium OLED experience with quantum dot technology, delivering 1700 nits of peak brightness compared to the A80L's 1000 nits,a significant advantage for bright rooms and HDR content. Both TVs feature identical 8ms gaming latency and VRR support, making them exceptional for console gaming. Picture processing differs notably: the A95L includes the advanced Cognitive Processor XR and Filmmaker Mode for calibrated content, while the A80L relies on standard processing. Audio output edges toward the A95L with 60 watts versus 50 watts. At $500 more, the A95L justifies its premium through superior brightness, enhanced processor capabilities, and QD-OLED's superior contrast. However, the A80L remains an exceptional choice for darker viewing environments, delivering nearly identical picture quality at a more accessible price point. Choose the A95L for bright living spaces and demanding cinephiles; select the A80L for value-conscious buyers in controlled lighting.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Sony A80L 65" (OLED) if…
- →Sony's legendary image processing with XR Cognitive Processor is unmatched
- →Acoustic Surface Audio+ vibrates the screen as a speaker — immersive and unique
- →Superb motion handling makes it the best TV for film and sports content
Buy the Sony A95L 65" if…
- →QD-OLED achieves extraordinary color volume — widest color gamut of any OLED panel
- →Acoustic Surface Audio+ vibrates the screen itself as a speaker for perfectly matched audio
- →Cognitive Processor XR produces Sony's signature natural, cinema-accurate color tuning
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Sony A80L 65" (OLED)
Pros
- Sony's legendary image processing with XR Cognitive Processor is unmatched
- Acoustic Surface Audio+ vibrates the screen as a speaker — immersive and unique
- Superb motion handling makes it the best TV for film and sports content
- Google TV platform has the widest app selection of any smart TV OS
- Perfect blacks with no blooming — inherent OLED advantage
Cons
- Only 2 of 4 HDMI ports are HDMI 2.1 — limiting for multi-console setups
- Wi-Fi 5 in 2023 is a disappointing omission
- $1,999 is pricier than LG C3 and Samsung S90C at the same size
- Burn-in risk with OLED for static content use
Sony A95L 65"
Pros
- QD-OLED achieves extraordinary color volume — widest color gamut of any OLED panel
- Acoustic Surface Audio+ vibrates the screen itself as a speaker for perfectly matched audio
- Cognitive Processor XR produces Sony's signature natural, cinema-accurate color tuning
- Dolby Vision support distinguishes it from Samsung's QD-OLED which lacks DV
- Perfect black levels with infinite contrast ratio from OLED pixel-level control
Cons
- 2023 model — the 2024 A95L successor offers meaningfully improved brightness
- Only two of the four HDMI ports support full HDMI 2.1 bandwidth
- No Wi-Fi 6, limiting wireless performance compared to 2024 rivals
- QD-OLED burn-in risk requires pixel refresher intervals and care with static content
- At $2,499, pricing has been undercut by newer Mini-LED panels with more brightness
Full Specifications
| Spec | Sony A80L 65" (OLED) | Sony A95L 65" |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 300 x 300mm | 300 x 300mm |
| Weight | 44.1 lbs | 58.9 lbs |
| Dimensions | 57.1 x 33.3 x 2.1 inches | — |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | 57.1 x 35.0 x 11.8 inches | 57.3 x 37.5 x 10.7 inches |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 50 | 60 |
| Speakers | Acoustic Surface Audio+ (2 actuators + 2 subwoofers) | Acoustic Surface Audio+ |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 8 | 8 |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG, Filmmaker Mode |
| Size | 65" | 65" |
| Type | OLED (WOLED) | QD-OLED |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K) | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1000 | 1700 |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | Google TV | Google TV |
| Voice assistant | Google Assistant, Alexa (via Works with Alexa) | Google Assistant |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| USB ports | 2 | 3 |
| HDMI ports | 4 | 4 |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | — | Cognitive Processor XR |
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