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Release date: Feb. 17, 2018
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Sony KD-43XF8577 review

Sony KD-43XF8577. Display diagonal: 109.2 cm (43"), Display resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels, HD type: 4K Ultra HD, Display technology: LED, Screen shape: Flat. Smart TV. Motion interpolation technology: Motionflow 1000 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: Silver

Everything you watch is sharper and more refined


See how our processor, picture upscaling and colour reproduction technologies come together for amazingly realistic 4K HDR entertainment on this large screen TV.

One chip, incredibly real


With Object-based HDR remaster and Super Bit Mapping 4K HDR technology, 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.

Rediscover every detail in 4K


With 4K X-Reality 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 TRILUMINOS Display maps colours from a wider palette, faithfully reproducing every shade and hue in the umbrellas.

Discover thrilling 4K HDR entertainment


This TV brings you the excitement of movies and games in 4K HDR. It handles a variety of HDR formats, including HDR10 and Hybrid Log-Gamma.

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, this 4K HDR TV with Android TVâ„¢ brings you movies and TV shows from apps or broadcast in an instant.

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.

Our Android 4K TVs are recommended by Netflix


Netflix have created an easy way for you to identify TVs with better performance, easier app access, and new features that make for a better smart TV. Netflix Recommended TVs help you to enjoy popular shows and movies with a dedicated button and voice control.

Designed to keep your focus on the picture


No distractions, just beautiful pictures. The narrow, exquisitely designed aluminium frame keeps you focused on the screen, while cables stay cleverly hidden at the back and the front.

TV How-to videos


Got questions about how to set-up and use your TV? Or how to connect it to other equipment? Our video tutorials will take you through step by step.

Enjoy HDR gaming


Sony’s 4K HDR televisions make excellent partners for PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®4 Pro consoles. Immerse yourself in a responsive, fun-filled gaming experience with intensely vibrant colours.

Sony KD-43XF8577 specs

Packaging Data

Package type: Box
Package weight: 16 kg
Package height: 695 mm
Package depth: 148 mm
Package width: 1070 mm
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 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity: 1
USB 2.0 ports quantity: 2
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports: 1
DVI port: no
HDCP: yes
PC in (D-Sub): no
HDMI ports quantity: 4

Weight & Dimensions

Stand width: 69.5 cm
Weight (without stand): 10.8 kg
Height (without stand): 56.9 cm
Depth (without stand): 5.8 cm
Width (without stand): 96.5 cm
Weight (with stand): 11.3 kg
Height (with stand): 628 mm
Depth (with stand): 279 mm
Width (with stand): 965 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
Miracast: True
Bluetooth profiles: A2DP,AVRCP,HID,HOGP,SPP
Bluetooth: True
Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE): True
Bluetooth version: 4.1
Wi-Fi standards: 802.11a,Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Ethernet LAN: yes
Wi-Fi: True

Performance

USB recording: yes
4K Ultra HD upscaling: yes
Picture processing technology: Sony Live Colour,Sony TRILUMINOS Display,Sony X-Reality PRO
Subtitles function: yes
Teletext function: yes
Game mode: 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 Hz
AC input voltage: 220 - 240 V
Power consumption (max): 143 W
Power consumption (standby): 0.5 W
Power consumption (typical): 76 W

Design

Housing material: Aluminium
Panel mounting interface: 100 x 200 mm
VESA mounting: yes
Product colour: Silver

Other Features

Energy efficiency class (old): B
User memory: 16 GB
App store: Google Play Store
Annual energy consumption: 105 kWh
Cable management: yes
Built-in speaker(s): yes
Batteries included: yes
3D: False
Light sensor: yes
Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG): yes

Smart TV

Video apps: Netflix
Smart modes: Animation, Cinema, Custom, Game, Graphics, Sports, Standard, Vivid
Screen mirroring: yes
Operating system installed: Android
Internet TV: True
Smart TV: True

Audio

Sound modes: Cinema, Music, Speech, Sports, Standard
Audio decoders: DTS,Dolby Digital
Audio decoding technologies: DTS Digital Surround,Dolby Digital Plus,Dolby Digital Pulse
RMS rated power: 20 W
Number of speakers: 2

Display

Peak luminance ratio: 77%
Display diagonal (metric): 108 cm
Motion interpolation technology: Motionflow 1000 Hz
Native aspect ratio: 16:9
Screen shape: Flat
Display technology: LED
Display technology: LED
Display resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels
HD type: 4K Ultra HD
Display diagonal: 109.2 cm (43")