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Sony KD-55X8505C

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Pros

  • the X85C also boasts excellent HD upscaling
  • The dimensionalisation is excellent
  • intuitive and engaging way to navigate TV and radio content

Cons

  • narrow even by VA LCD standards
  • Crosstalk was generally faint and non-intrusive
  • the lack of local dimming

Key specs

  • Flat
  • 55 in
  • 3840, 2160 px
  • LED
  • 60 Hz
  • yes
  • yes

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Sony KD-55X8505C - Pros & Cons

Sony KD-55X8505C

Pros

  • the X85C also boasts excellent HD upscaling
  • The dimensionalisation is excellent
  • intuitive and engaging way to navigate TV and radio content
  • Shadow detail and contrast are great
  • the airy spheres looking clean and free of crosstalk
  • The picture is superbly detailed and very sharp - edges are nicely
  • Motion is fine for the most part
  • The picture is nicely upscaled and the colours are just as nicely handled
  • the picture is superbly detailed and razor sharp
  • Colours are rich
  • but skin tones remain convincing

Cons

  • narrow even by VA LCD standards
  • Crosstalk was generally faint and non-intrusive
  • the lack of local dimming
  • Selector Viewing Distance Calculator Input Lag Database
  • home cinema system
  • The Pro setting looks dull in comparison
  • exacts a brightness penalty
  • 3D may not be fashionable
  • the result is a little shy on absolute detail
  • a bit too punchy for that
  • desert looks suitably grainy

Sony KD-55X8505C - Technical Overview

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IconScreen size
55 in
Best:
Axen 8682442100917
Screen size: 123 in
IconRefresh rate
60 Hz
Best:
Panasonic TC-P55VT60
Refresh rate: 3000 Hz
IconResolution
3840 x 2160 px
Best:
Samsung QE82Q800TATXXU
Resolution: 7680 x 7320 px

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Sony KD-55X8505C - Full Specifications

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Display
Panel designFlat
Screen size55.0 in
Resolution3840 x 2160 px
Screen TechnologyLED
Aspect ratio16:9
Refresh rate60.0 Hz
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Viewing distance
Optimal88.0 in
Minimum66.0 in
Maximum138.0 in
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Ergonomics
Vesa mountyes
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Connectivity
HDMI portyes
Number of HDMI ports4
Number of USB ports3
USB 2.0 ports3
Component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) inyes
Number of component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) inputs1
Composite port inyes
Number of composite Inputs1
DVI portno
Digital Audio Ports2
Analogue 3.5mm portyes
Digital coaxial portyes
Digital optical portyes
MHLyes
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Body without stand
Height28.43 in
Width48.66 in
Weight43.87 lb
Depth2.36 in
Colour of productBlack
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Shipping
Height6.65 in
Width52.36 in
Depth32.99 in
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Frame interpolation
TechnologyMotionflow XR 800 Hz
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Video
File formats supportedH.265
Video quality standards
  • 1080i
  • 1080p
  • 480i
  • 480p
  • 720p
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Audio properties
Built-in speaker(s)yes
Audio decodersDolby Digital
Voice controlyes
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Features
Operating SystemAndroid TV
Internet features
  • Netflix
  • Web Browser
  • YouTube
Smart Tvyes
Picture-in-Pictureyes
Parental controlyes
Sleep timeryes
Multiple languagesyes
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3d technology
3D Supportyes
3D Technology typeActive 3D
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Network
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)yes
DLNAyes
NFCyes
Ethernetyes
USByes
Bluetoothyes
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Body with stand
Height29.88 in
Width48.66 in
Weight46.3 lb
Depth8.74 in
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Energy efficiency
Energy classA
Annual Energy Use160.0 kWH/year
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Power
Power Consumption Max229.0 W
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Tuner
Tuner typeAnalog & Digital
CI+yes

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Sony KD-55X8505C Sony - Editorial Reviews (9)

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Sony KD-55X8505C Sony KD-55X8505B
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Published: 05.08.2014
Sony KD-55X8505B
4.0

Sony's X8505 step-down 4K TV might not be the glorious example of the type that the X9005 is, but it still has plenty to recommend.

Sony KD-55X8505C Sony KD-55X8505B 4K TV
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stuff.tv/my/
Published: 04.09.2014
Sony KD-55X8505B 4K TV
4.0

Sony’s entry-level 4K TV isn’t the best, but it’s still pretty darn good and that price tag makes it a bit of a bargain

Sony KD-55X8505C Review: The Magnificent Sony X85D 4K HDTV | LiveatPC.com - Home of PC.com Malaysia
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LiveatPC.com
Published: 27.06.2016
Review: The Magnificent Sony X85D 4K HDTV | LiveatPC.com - Home of PC.com Malaysia

V – 8/10 P – 9/10 F – 9/10 D – 10/10 U – 9/10 Total – 9 Verdict: One of the best slim 4K HDTV’s currently out there. Gone are the days of the bulky and obsolete CRT and plasma TV monitors in modern households as LED and LCD TVs are the way to […]

Sony KD-55X8505C Sony X850C Review (XBR55X850C, XBR65X850C, XBR75X850C)
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RTINGS.com
Published: 01.03.2017
Sony X850C Review (XBR55X850C, XBR65X850C, XBR75X850C)
3.9

The Sony X850C 4k TV has good overall picture quality, except when viewed at an angle - the colors lose saturation. The blacks are great and it doesn't have much...

Sony KD-55X8505C Sony KD-55S8005C curved 4K UHD 3D LED Android TV
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Sony KD-55S8005C curved 4K UHD 3D LED Android TV

Consumer overview of the amazing 55 inch curved 4K UHD 3D LED Android Smart TV - Sony KD-55S8005C.

Sony KD-55X8505C Home review
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whathifi
Published: 23.07.2014
Home review
4.0

Sony shows that you don’t need to pay a fortune to get a good 4K TV

Sony KD-55X8505C Sony KD-55X8505C 4K TV Review
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HDTV Test
Sony KD-55X8505C 4K TV Review

Sony's KD-55X8505C is good value for money, especially after the latest firmware update that adds HDR support & 4:4:4 chroma at 4K@60Hz.

Sony KD-55X8505C Sony KD-55X8505C review
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Home Cinema Choice
Published: 07.10.2015
Sony KD-55X8505C review

Superb motion-handling makes this affordable 55in 4K/Ultra HD TV a real action hero The 55in KD-55X8505C is the honey trap for Sony’s 2015 4K UHD models. Priced considerably below the ultra-slim X90C and the hi-res audio-capable X93C/X94C behemoths, this is UHD for the brand-buying mainstream.

Sony KD-55X8505C Sony KD-55X8505B 4K TV review | Stuff
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Published: 05.10.2021
Sony KD-55X8505B 4K TV review | Stuff

Sony’s entry-level 4K TV isn’t the best, but it’s still pretty darn good and that price tag makes it a bit of a bargain

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