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Release date: 1 Mar 2019
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Sony KD-65XG8505 review

Sony KD-65XG8505. Display diagonal: 165.1 cm (65"), Display resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels, HD type: 4K Ultra HD, Display technology: LED, Screen shape: Flat, LED backlighting type: Edge-LED. Smart TV. Motion interpolation technology: Motionflow XR 800 Hz, Native aspect ratio: 16:9. Digital signal format system: DVB-C,DVB-S,DVB-S2,DVB-T,DVB-T2. Wi-Fi, Ethernet LAN. Product colour: Black

Step up to truly realistic pictures and sound


See how more exciting movies and shows can be when you combine the power of our 4K HDR Processor X1â„¢ with Acoustic Multi-Audioâ„¢.

Pictures and sound in perfect harmony


Be in the moment with true-to-life pictures and acoustics to match. Beautifully detailed images combine with our Sound-from-Picture Realityâ„¢ for a captivating audio-visual performance.

One chip, incredibly real


With Object-based HDR remaster, our 4K HDR Processor X1™ reproduces enhanced depth, textures and natural colours. You’ll see pure colours at higher brightness levels for exceptionally realistic pictures.

Sound-from-Picture Realityâ„¢


Our Acoustic Multi-Audioâ„¢ system adds two sound positioning tweeters in the rear of the TV to the bass reflex speakers for Sound-from-Picture Realityâ„¢. With action and sound precisely aligned, your viewing becomes so much more immersive.

Embrace the thrills of the cinema


Enjoy cinematic thrills at home. Dolby Visionâ„¢ brings scenes vividly to life for authentic viewing, while Dolby Atmosâ„¢ fills the room with immersive surround sound.

Rediscover every detail in 4K


With 4K X-Realityâ„¢ PRO, images are upscaled closer to true 4K quality for remarkable clarity. The picture is sharpened and refined in real time, revealing extra detail in the books and architecture of the library.

Life's brilliance, revealed with extra colours


See vivid real world colours all around you. A TRILUMINOSâ„¢ Display maps colours from a wider palette, faithfully reproducing every shade and hue in the umbrellas.

Watch Netflix in 4K HDR


Watch Lost in Space in 4K HDR today, with a premium Netflix subscription. Members will be able to enjoy more HDR content in the coming months.

Get started with just one button


Sony TVs have a dedicated Netflix button, so you can start streaming with just one click.

Beautiful from any angle


This 4K HDR TV has a clean, minimalist design that keeps you focused on what's important - the picture.

Try one month free


Watch TV shows, movies, and Netflix originals all on your Sony TV. Enjoy great shows without commercials, hidden fees, and no contracts. Start your free trial today, you can cancel any time.

Cables concealed, neat and tidy


Keep cables neatly hidden in the stand and held in place with the supplied cable holder.

Just talk, a fun way to explore new worlds


Find all the entertainment you can dream of, as fast as you can talk. With advanced voice control, Sony's Android TVâ„¢ lets you enjoy movies and shows from apps or broadcast in an instant.

Easy control with smart remote


Connect set top boxes and other devices via HDMI to your TV and control them all using one smart commander. A slimmer, more rounded design with built-in voice control microphone and enhanced button layout makes it really easy to use too.

Sony KD-65XG8505 specs

Packaging Data

Package type: Box
Package weight: 35 kg
Package height: 946 mm
Package depth: 179 mm
Package width: 1560 mm
Manual: True
Quick start guide: yes
Remote control included: yes
Cables included: AC
Desktop stand: yes

Ports & Interfaces

Common interface Plus (CI+): yes
RF ports quantity: 1
Headphone outputs: 1
Digital audio optical out: 1
Composite video in: 1
Component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) in: 1
USB 2.0 ports quantity: 3
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports: 1
DVI port: no
HDCP: yes
Audio Return Channel (ARC): True
PC in (D-Sub): no
HDMI ports quantity: 4

Weight & Dimensions

Stand width: 105.9 cm
Weight (without stand): 25.3 kg
Height (without stand): 83.6 cm
Depth (without stand): 5.2 cm
Width (without stand): 145 cm
Weight (with stand): 26.3 kg
Height (with stand): 899 mm
Depth (with stand): 316 mm
Width (with stand): 1450 mm

Management Features

On/Off timer: yes
Sleep timer: yes
On Screen Display (OSD): True
Electronic Programme Guide (EPG): True
Voice control: yes

Network

Browser supported: Vewd
Browsing: True
Web browser: yes
Bluetooth profiles: A2DP,AVRCP,HID,HOGP,SPP
Bluetooth: True
Bluetooth version: 4.2
Wi-Fi standards: 802.11a,802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n),Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Ethernet LAN: yes
Wi-Fi: True

Performance

USB recording: yes
4K Ultra HD upscaling: yes
Picture processing technology: Sony Dynamic Contrast Enhancer,Sony Live Colour,Sony TRILUMINOS Display,Sony X-Reality PRO
Subtitles function: yes
Teletext function: yes
High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology: Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG)
High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported: yes

TV Tuner

Analog signal format system: PAL,SECAM
Digital signal format system: DVB-C,DVB-S,DVB-S2,DVB-T,DVB-T2
Tuner type: Analog & digital

Power

Energy saving mode: yes
AC input frequency: 50 - 60 Hz
AC input voltage: 220 - 240 V
Power consumption (max): 221 W
Power consumption (standby): 0.5 W
Power consumption (typical): 127 W

Design

Panel mounting interface: 300 x 300 mm
VESA mounting: yes
Product colour: Black

Other Features

Energy efficiency class (old): A
HDD capacity: 16 GB
App store: Google Play Store
Annual energy consumption: 176 kWh
Cable management: yes
Built-in speaker(s): yes
Batteries included: yes
3D: False
Light sensor: yes
Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG): yes

Smart TV

Smart modes: Cinema, Custom, Game, Graphics, Photo, Standard, Vivid
Operating system installed: Android
Internet TV: True
Smart TV: True

Audio

Audio decoders: DTS,Dolby Digital
Audio decoding technologies: DTS Digital Surround,Dolby Digital Plus
RMS rated power: 20 W
Number of speakers: 2

Display

Peak luminance ratio: 84%
Display diagonal (metric): 164 cm
Motion interpolation technology: Motionflow XR 800 Hz
Supported graphics resolutions: 3840 x 2160
Native aspect ratio: 16:9
Screen shape: Flat
LED backlighting type: Edge-LED
Display technology: LED
Display technology: LED
Display resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels
HD type: 4K Ultra HD
Display diagonal: 165.1 cm (65")