Resolution: 4K
Size: 55in (also available in 65in, 77in, 83in)
HDR Formats: HLG, HDR10, Dolby Vision
Operating system: Google TV
The A80L brings plenty of improvements over the A80K: as well as a new Game Menu, updated processor, more credits for Sony's streaming service and more screen sizes, you get a serious picture upgrade. A surprisingly large step up for this step-down model.
For
- Detailed, dynamic picture
- Subtle and authentic
- Atmospheric sound
Against
- Sound could be bassier
- Lacks shadow detail in SDR
- Only two HDMI 2.1s
Resolution: 4K
Size: 55in (also available in 65in, 77in)
HDR Formats: HLG, HDR10, Dolby Vision
Operating system: Google TV
Last year's model is this year's bargain. While 2022's A80K nigh-on identical to its successor in terms of specs, it can't match its newer sibling for picture quality. Thanks to hefty discounting it's a smart choice for sure, but it's smarter still to wait for the A80L's price to drop.
For
- Refined, natural picture
- Fantastic depth
- Excellent sound
Against
- Narrow soundstage
- Lacks brightness
- Only two HDMI 2.1s
