Sony A80L 65" (OLED) vs Vizio OLED 55"
The Verdict
Sony's A80L commands premium positioning with its larger 65-inch OLED panel delivering 1000 nits peak brightness versus Vizio's 600 nits on a 55-inch display, translating to noticeably superior contrast and HDR impact. Picture quality favors Sony with its proven color accuracy and processing prowess, though both use OLED technology for perfect blacks. Audio differentiation is stark,Sony's 50W Acoustic Surface Audio+ with dual subwoofers dominates Vizio's basic 30W 2.0 setup. Gaming performance nearly mirrors each other (8ms vs 10ms input lag), but Sony edges ahead with marginally better motion handling. Vizio does impress with Wi-Fi 6 connectivity and HDR10+ support, plus delivers legitimate value at $999 for a competent OLED experience. However, Sony's premium build quality, superior sound system, and commanding picture prowess justify the $1000 premium for serious home theater enthusiasts. Budget viewers should consider Vizio; AV perfectionists choose Sony.
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 OLED 55" if…
- →Most affordable 55-inch OLED at $999 — perfect blacks at a budget price
- →Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Dolby Atmos — supports all major formats
- →120Hz with VRR and ALLM — capable gaming display
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 OLED 55"
Pros
- Most affordable 55-inch OLED at $999 — perfect blacks at a budget price
- Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Dolby Atmos — supports all major formats
- 120Hz with VRR and ALLM — capable gaming display
- Infinite contrast ratio with pixel-perfect black levels
- 4x HDMI ports including HDMI 2.1 for next-gen consoles
Cons
- SmartCast OS is the weakest smart TV platform — buggy and slow
- Only 600 nits peak brightness — dimmer than LG and Samsung OLEDs
- Vizio has exited the TV market — long-term software support uncertain
- Image processing quality trails LG, Sony, and Samsung OLED models
- Build quality feels inferior to similarly priced LG A2 OLED
Full Specifications
| Spec | Sony A80L 65" (OLED) | Vizio OLED 55" |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 300 x 300mm | 300 x 300mm |
| Weight | 44.1 lbs | 33.5 lbs |
| Dimensions | 57.1 x 33.3 x 2.1 inches | 48.2 x 28.0 x 1.5 inches |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | 57.1 x 35.0 x 11.8 inches | 48.2 x 29.7 x 10.0 inches |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 50 | 30 |
| Speakers | Acoustic Surface Audio+ (2 actuators + 2 subwoofers) | 2.0ch |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 8 | 10 |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG |
| Size | 65" | 55" |
| Type | OLED (WOLED) | OLED |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K) | 3840 x 2160 (4K) |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1000 | 600 |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | Google TV | SmartCast (Chromecast built-in) |
| Voice assistant | Google Assistant, Alexa (via Works with Alexa) | Google Assistant, Alexa |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| USB ports | 2 | 1 |
| HDMI ports | 4 | 4 |
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