Sony - 43" class BRAVIA 3 II 4K HDR LED Google TV with Gemini (2026)

This is a SUBSTANTIAL upgrade from the 2024 Bravia 3, which felt like a budget model. Despite this being considered entry level (I purchased the 43" version), it feels like an expensive, premium television. The remote feels sleek, the XR processor runs at IMMACULATE speeds, the picture quality is clear, the FOUR 2.1 HDMI ports are PERFECT for numerous consoles, the HDR, VRR, and ALLM gaming features work like a charm, and the Google operating system WITH Gemini is awesome for streaming. Paired with the PlayStation 5, it gives you all the immersion you'll ever need out of your Sony console. Blooming is hardly noticeable despite the lack of local dimming zones. The colors won't pop like an OLED or QLED, yet it manages to do a phenomenal job for vibrant videos and cleans up low bitrate shows. I've been enjoying the additional 5 Sony Pictures Core credits aswell. They managed to put in all the necessary features of a high-end model into a smaller, affordable device. It's perfect for a bedroom, guest room, or a living room! When toggling off ambient light sensor, you get to feel the maximum brightness. The 120hz refresh rate is EXTREMELY noticeable during fast paced games. No complaints thus far.

I am pleased with the picture quality, sound, and brightness of the Sony Bravia 3. The remote control worked perfectly for nearly two weeks as I switched from the Sony channels to my Verizon cable channels until now. It takes nearly 5 minutes for my television to turn on. What is the problem? How can this be fixed?

I really like the picture quality I get from playing on my PS5. Huge upgrade from a 27 inch 4K monitor. I don’t compete in multiplayer games so a small screen wasn’t necessary for me. Sounds good with the speakers it has but I do have a Bose sound bar hooked up to this as well. 4 HDMI ports is wonderful very helpful. The remote control is easy to use. Only real complaint is price. If you can accept the cost of it I would say you’re going to be satisfied if you want to upgrade from a small PC monitor to a bigger TV.

This is my 4th Sony tv purchase and couldn’t be happier. The report seems a little cheaper in quality and makes a loud clicking noise when pressing buttons. The volume has a big jump from lever 4 to 5. Not a big enough issue for me, and I’m still super happy.

I was very excited to see Sony come out with this TV, as I have been in the market for a newer 120hz TV without breaking the bank. Set up was a little frustrating, as the QR code for Google TV did not work, which meant I had to type everything out on the remote. I'm still currently in the "figuring out" phase to see which settings work best for the PS5, DirecTV etc, but I can say the graphics on the PS5 are much smoother. Color on the TV is great, only downside I would say is I don't like the sound quality coming from the TV. Excited to see the TV's full potential as I perfect the settings, but nonetheless a great value for what you're getting.