Sony Bravia 9 75" vs TCL 5-Series S555 65" (QLED)
The Verdict
Sony's Bravia 9 75" dominates with its premium Mini-LED display delivering 3300 nits peak brightness versus TCL's 800 nits, ensuring superior contrast, color accuracy, and performance in bright rooms. Its Cognitive Processor XR upscaling significantly enhances lower-resolution content, while the 4.2.2ch 85-watt audio system with Dolby Atmos creates immersive soundscapes that TCL's basic 2.0ch 24-watt setup cannot match. Both offer identical gaming specs (8ms input lag, VRR/ALLM), but Sony's larger 75" screen and Filmmaker Mode provide cinematic excellence. TCL's 5-Series S555 excels as a budget-friendly 4K option with respectable QLED panel technology and gaming performance at $599. However, the $2400 price difference reflects genuine quality gaps in processing, brightness, audio, and overall viewing experience. For serious home theater enthusiasts seeking premium picture quality and immersive sound, the Sony Bravia 9 is the clear choice. TCL suits budget-conscious buyers prioritizing basic 4K gaming and streaming.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Sony Bravia 9 75" if…
- →XR Backlight Master Drive with thousands of precise Mini-LED zones for exceptional contrast
- →Acoustic Multi-Audio+ uses speakers behind the screen to localize sound to on-screen action
- →Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos support for top-tier cinematic HDR
Buy the TCL 5-Series S555 65" (QLED) if…
- →65-inch 4K with 120Hz and VRR at $599 is outstanding value
- →Both Dolby Vision and HDR10+ support — rare at this price
- →QLED color enhancement produces vivid, saturated colors
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Sony Bravia 9 75"
Pros
- XR Backlight Master Drive with thousands of precise Mini-LED zones for exceptional contrast
- Acoustic Multi-Audio+ uses speakers behind the screen to localize sound to on-screen action
- Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos support for top-tier cinematic HDR
- Google TV is clean, feature-rich, and tightly integrated with Google ecosystem
- 85W output from a 4.2.2ch system is class-leading built-in audio
Cons
- Very high price at $2,999 for a Mini-LED panel that cannot match OLED black levels
- Input lag of ~8ms, while good, trails LG OLED panels for competitive gaming
- Sony's Bravia Cam (for auto-calibration features) is sold separately
- 75-inch size and 101 lbs makes installation and repositioning very challenging
TCL 5-Series S555 65" (QLED)
Pros
- 65-inch 4K with 120Hz and VRR at $599 is outstanding value
- Both Dolby Vision and HDR10+ support — rare at this price
- QLED color enhancement produces vivid, saturated colors
- Wi-Fi 6 and four HDMI ports (one HDMI 2.1) handle modern setups
- Google TV platform with Chromecast built-in
Cons
- Only 1 HDMI 2.1 port — the other 3 are HDMI 2.0
- 800 nits is decent but not as impressive as the 6-Series
- No Dolby Atmos — audio is basic
- Edge-lit local dimming with limited zones shows blooming
Full Specifications
| Spec | Sony Bravia 9 75" | TCL 5-Series S555 65" (QLED) |
|---|---|---|
| Body | ||
| VESA mount | 400 x 400mm | 300 x 300mm |
| Weight | 101.4 lbs | 42.3 lbs |
| Dimensions (w/ stand) | 66.8 x 44.7 x 13.4 inches | 57.2 x 35.6 x 12.3 inches |
| Dimensions | — | 57.2 x 33.0 x 3.2 inches |
| Audio | ||
| Output (watts) | 85 | 24 |
| Speakers | 4.2.2ch Acoustic Multi-Audio+ | 2.0ch |
| Dolby Atmos | ||
| Gaming | ||
| VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) | ||
| ALLM | ||
| Input lag (ms) | 8 | 8 |
| Display | ||
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG, Filmmaker Mode | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG |
| Size | 75" | 65" |
| Type | Mini-LED | QLED (VA LCD) |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) | 3840 x 2160 (4K) |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 3300 | 800 |
| Smart TV | ||
| Os | Google TV | Google TV |
| Voice assistant | Google Assistant | Google Assistant |
| Processor | ||
| Chipset | Cognitive Processor XR | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Ethernet | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.0 |
| USB ports | 2 | 1 |
| HDMI ports | 4 | 4 |
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