Sony A80L 65" (OLED) vs Sony Bravia 7 65"
The Verdict
Sony's flagship offerings showcase distinct strengths in different areas. The A80L delivers superior contrast and color accuracy through its WOLED panel, with perfect blacks and exceptional uniformity ideal for dark room viewing and cinema enthusiasts. Its Acoustic Surface Audio+ provides immersive sound through the display itself. Conversely, the Bravia 7's Mini-LED technology achieves remarkable brightness at 1800 nits,nearly double the A80L,making it superior for bright rooms and HDR peak performance. The Bravia 7 includes Wi-Fi 6, more robust 3.2ch speakers with 60W output, and Sony's advanced Cognitive Processor XR for superior upscaling and processing. Both feature identical 8ms input lag and 120Hz refresh rates for gaming. At $100 less, the Bravia 7 offers exceptional value with brighter, more versatile performance, though OLED purists preferring absolute black levels and thinner aesthetics may justify the A80L's premium. For most buyers seeking a bright, feature-rich TV, Bravia 7 delivers better overall value.
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 Bravia 7 65" if…
- →Cognitive Processor XR delivers excellent natural color accuracy and motion handling
- →All four HDMI 2.1 ports support 4K@120Hz for PS5 and Xbox Series X
- →Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos in a 65-inch Mini-LED at a mid-tier price
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 Bravia 7 65"
Pros
- Cognitive Processor XR delivers excellent natural color accuracy and motion handling
- All four HDMI 2.1 ports support 4K@120Hz for PS5 and Xbox Series X
- Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos in a 65-inch Mini-LED at a mid-tier price
- Google TV interface is well-organized with robust app and streaming support
Cons
- At $1,899 it is more expensive than competing Mini-LED sets from Samsung and TCL
- Mini-LED dimming zone count is lower than the Bravia 9, showing more bloom
- Input lag hovers around 8ms — competent but not class-leading for gaming
- No built-in Bravia Cam port for automatic picture calibration
Full Specifications
| Spec | Sony A80L 65" (OLED) | Sony Bravia 7 65" |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 300 x 300mm | 400 x 400mm |
| Weight | 44.1 lbs | 66.4 lbs |
| Dimensions | 57.1 x 33.3 x 2.1 inches | — |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | 57.1 x 35.0 x 11.8 inches | 57.2 x 37.5 x 11.8 inches |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 50 | 60 |
| Speakers | Acoustic Surface Audio+ (2 actuators + 2 subwoofers) | 3.2ch |
| 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) | Mini-LED |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K) | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1000 | 1800 |
| 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 6 (802.11ax) |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.2 |
| USB ports | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports | 4 | 4 |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | — | Cognitive Processor XR |
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