Sony A80L 65" (OLED) vs Vizio M-Series 55"
The Verdict
Sony's A80L delivers superior picture quality with its OLED panel, achieving perfect blacks, superior contrast, and 1000 nits peak brightness compared to Vizio's 800-nit Quantum LED. Sound is dramatically better on the Sony with 50 watts and Dolby Atmos versus the Vizio's 20-watt 2.0 setup. Gaming performance is identical (8ms input lag, 120Hz, VRR/ALLM), making them equally capable for console gaming. Vizio offers practical advantages: better value at $449 versus $1999, smaller footprint (55" vs 65"), and Wi-Fi 6 connectivity. The M-Series is exceptional for budget-conscious buyers seeking solid 4K gaming and streaming. However, the A80L's OLED technology, superior audio, and premium brightness deliver noticeably enhanced visual and audio experiences for the substantial price premium. Choose Sony for best-in-class image quality and audio; select Vizio for excellent value and gaming capability without the OLED cost.
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 Vizio M-Series 55" if…
- →120Hz with VRR and 4K@120Hz at under $450 is great for console gamers
- →Dolby Vision and HDR10+ dual support
- →Four HDMI 2.1 ports — enough for every console and streaming device
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
Vizio M-Series 55"
Pros
- 120Hz with VRR and 4K@120Hz at under $450 is great for console gamers
- Dolby Vision and HDR10+ dual support
- Four HDMI 2.1 ports — enough for every console and streaming device
- Wi-Fi 6 and Chromecast built-in for fast streaming
- Quantum color delivers better color volume than basic LED
Cons
- SmartCast OS is slow and has fewer apps than Google TV
- 800-nit brightness is adequate but not impressive for HDR
- No local dimming zones — contrast is limited
- Vizio's long-term software support and update track record is inconsistent
Full Specifications
| Spec | Sony A80L 65" (OLED) | Vizio M-Series 55" |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 300 x 300mm | 200 x 200mm |
| Weight | 44.1 lbs | 28.0 lbs |
| Dimensions | 57.1 x 33.3 x 2.1 inches | — |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | 57.1 x 35.0 x 11.8 inches | 48.3 x 30.4 x 10.6 inches |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 50 | 20 |
| Speakers | Acoustic Surface Audio+ (2 actuators + 2 subwoofers) | 2.0ch |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 8 | 8 |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG |
| Size | 65" | 55" |
| Type | OLED (WOLED) | Quantum LED |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K) | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz (native) |
| Brightness (nits) | 1000 | 800 |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | Google TV | SmartCast OS |
| Voice assistant | Google Assistant, Alexa (via Works with Alexa) | Google Assistant, Apple AirPlay 2, Chromecast |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| USB ports | 2 | 1 |
| HDMI ports | 4 | 4 |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | — | IQ Active Processor |
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