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Name: Sony - 55" Class (54.6" Diag.) - LED - 2160p - Smart - 3D - 4K Ultra HD TV
Brand: Sony
SKU: 2698063
Price: 253.33 USD
Rating: 4.5 (2161 reviews)

Sony - 55" Class (54.6" Diag.) - LED - 2160p - Smart - 3D - 4K Ultra HD TV

Model:: XBR55X850C; |
SKU:: 2698063

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Questionwhat is the difference between xbr850c and xbr850b?I somehow am feeling xbr850b has more features than xbr850c i.e. Skype integrated, webcam etc. What am I missing? is this tv better than xbr850b? Any more killer features? I am planning to buy ont this week am not able to find the XBR850b.
Asked 10 years ago by Rajiv.
- Answer Main difference between B and C is that B has the skype, webcam, 2d to 3d conversation. Those features are nice and all but the C has the X1 chip which blows the B models picture clarity and 4k upconversion quality out of the water. The picture on the C model is outstanding. Plus the C model uses the google OS, so sideloading is possible. I was able to load Kodi aka XBMC. Now this is an ultimate media tv.
  Answered 10 years ago by ruskirn
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QuestionI am Apple iPhone, iPad, and Mac user so will this TV be an issue for me since it comes with Android?I am Apple iPhone, iPad, and Mac user so will this TV be an issue for me since it comes with Android and I no longer wish to use an Android system but I do prefer the Sony name. Sure wish this was just a Smart TV without Android.
Asked 10 years ago by BB.
- Answer I am an iMac, IPhone and IPad user and the tv isn't a problem for me...
  Answered 9 years ago by Lithosfamly
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QuestionDoes the XBR55X850C have SKYPE capability?I know the older B series had SKYPE preinstalled however can I just download SKYPE from the google playstore and purchase the Sony webcam and use SKYPE that way?
Asked 10 years ago by Aki.
- Answer Skype capability was eliminated this year. Unless they decide to make an android update that allows the tv to work with Skype from the google play store, it currently isn't available. The reason is because Sony's research showed that no one was really using Skype on last year's models, so instead of focusing on that this year, they simply took it out of the equation. From my understanding, Samsung has done this too with their new models.
  Answered 10 years ago by chadlawson
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QuestionWhich sound bar works best with this TVJust got the TV..great so far. Is a sound bar necessary? Which one do you recommend ? Thanks!! Cari
Asked 10 years ago by Cari.
- Answer Hello Cari! This unit comes with 2 Full Range 10 watt speakers built-in, it also allows you to increase the output by adding a wireless subwoofer as an optional device model SWF-BR100. For more information, please visit the following link: https://us.en.kb.sony.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/47236/kw/wireless%20subwoofer/p/61659,95543,95552,95756/c/65,66/related/1 ~Jeannette
  Answered 10 years ago by SonyListens
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Questionwhat is the refresh rate?I won't upgrade til the Sony 4Ks are upgraded to 240, vs 120. Sony doesn't list the refresh in its spec list anymore --why is that??
Asked 10 years ago by DonSanAnto.
- Answer Don, Yeah as the Sony rep said the TV is native at 120Hz. The Motionflow is nice, but is hard to quantify measurement in anything that isn't Hertz. That said, I've been very happy with the refresh on it - there's a lot of motion blur control as well. Maybe it's because I don't see much of a need beyond 120 Hz for 2D images considering nothing is really shot or edited beyond 60fps and it's rare to see games go above 60fps unless you're using a PC.
  Answered 10 years ago by awh11
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Questionwhat are the differences between the 850c and the 810cI am looking at the 55" class Sonys - 850c and 810c - what does the former have to cost $200 more, and what does that mean in viewer performance?
Asked 10 years ago by joe.
- Answer The external bezel is much much better. The 850c also has the x1 processor as well as the triluminous color and hdr. After we got it setup we are totally satified. The extra $200 is a complete no brainer. Spend it and you will not have to upgrade again for over a 5 year period and maybe longer if it lasts longer.
  Answered 10 years ago by gzubeck
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QuestionI am reading all thing about tv not bright enough for bright room an hdr ,is that right
Asked 10 years ago by Mark.
- Answer there are brightness adjustments and you can make it very bright. believe it or not ,the back light adjustment controls brightness better than the brightness control.
  Answered 10 years ago by tonyd
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QuestionHDRIs this tv firm ware be able to upgrade to the new hdr standard
Asked 10 years ago by peach.
- Answer Yes, Sony has just announced that they will be releasing firmware that will support HDR 4K for the X850C series of TV's in the next few months.
  Answered 10 years ago by Mark
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QuestionWhat model active 3D glasses is ,most compatible with this TV.I need to get the correct glasses for my TV.
Asked 10 years ago by Mike.
- Answer Hi Mike, the TDG-BT500A is the compatible 3D glasses for this TV. Dave
  Answered 10 years ago by SonyListens
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QuestionIs the 55" Sony XBR55X850C wall mountable?
Asked 10 years ago by Mimi.
- Answer I mounted mine to the wall with a 26" dual arm swivel mount (heavy) with the supplied lag bolts. Any wall mount will do, as long as it is rated for a TV of this size, and you be sure to hit the studs in your wall. I recommend Amazon, as they have the good mounts for literally a 1/4 of the cost as major retailers.
  Answered 10 years ago by Cazmatt
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QuestionTwin Picture?Has anyone had any luck with "Twin Picture" (P&P) on this model? I have followed all setup instructions,queried multiple forums, connected 3 HBMI sources as well as one Coaxial connected HD antenna, and still get a message that the feature requires a software update, and directs me to the reference guide. All sw/fw is up-to-date, and now that football and the MLB post season are nigh, the life expectancy of this model in my home, without this feature, is growing short. Anyone?
Asked 10 years ago by Dubious Sony Owner.
- Answer Hi Dubious Sony Owner, the Twin-View (PIP/PAP) feature is currently not available on Android TVs. A software update is being worked on to add this feature to the TV in the future. While the date for this update is not currently available, we recommend setting the Automatic software download On in the menu of the TV, to ensure that you receive the software update as soon as it becomes available. For more information please visit the following website: https://us.en.kb.sony.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/57885/kw/Android%20TV%20PIP%20PAP/c/65,66/related/1.Dave
  Answered 10 years ago by SonyListens
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Question55X850C wall mount screw sizeI'm trying to wall mount my new 55X850C and see it doesn't come with screws, any idea what size I need?
Asked 10 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer Hi, the wallmount screw size is M6. NOTE: The length of the screw for Wall-Mount Bracket differs depending on the Wall-Mount Bracket thickness. Dave
  Answered 10 years ago by SonyListens
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QuestionVoice SearchWe heard this TV has a voice search feature. Does it; and if so how do we use it? Is there a manual that explains all the features?
Asked 9 years ago by Techman.
- Answer It comes along with a tiny remote on top of the fully functional remote. The smaller remote has a Google mic icon on top of it and helps you with voice search.
  Answered 9 years ago by PASAM
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QuestionDoes this have a coaxial connectionI have a Denon AV Surround receiver AVR-5700 model that I use the coaxial input on My LG42L60 flat Screen So I need to know if I can connect to the Sony Model ?
Asked 10 years ago by Christopher.
- Answer Hello Christopher, thank you for your message. In regards to your question, unfortunately does not have coxial connection. For more information about inputs & outputs, check the link below: https://docs.sony.com/release/specs/XBR55X850C_mksp.pdf. - Oscar.
  Answered 10 years ago by SonyListens
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QuestionWhat is the stand width on the xbr-55x850c?What is the stand width on the xbr-55x850c? I have a swivel stand with a narrow width (26").
Asked 10 years ago by Paul.
- Answer The STAND at it's widest is 25 inches (left to right) and 9 inches deep (front to back.)
  Answered 10 years ago by Anonymous
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QuestionHow do I get an owner's manual for the TV I just bought? Didn't come with the tvJust had 850c delivered. No owner's manual. How do I get one?
Asked 10 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer You can't. Sony website has the same packaged materials that you received available online. People are ticked off because of the lack of a complete manual.
  Answered 10 years ago by NavySubmariner
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QuestionShould i return it and buy the Samsung UN55JS8500FXZA?. it is on saleI just bought this TV on Memorial Day. I still have it in the box and now i am thinking of returning and paying more money for the Samsung UN55JS8500FXZA. I am not that technologically savvy and if the Samsung is easier to set up and looks a lot better, I would rather pay more to get the better TV. I am worried because of the lack of ability to watch 4k, this is why i bought it. If i cant watch Amazon Prime or Netflix on 4k. I am Sony Fan.
Asked 10 years ago by Corta033.
- Answer This Sony TV XBR55X850C do support Netflix 4K streaming. Amazon Prime 4k, not available as of this moment. -Ely
  Answered 10 years ago by SonyListens
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QuestionIs this TV dual voltage (supports 220-240V/50Hz)?Confused about the spec - says 110-240V with cUL. May get assigned overseas so this is important
Asked 9 years ago by Lou.
- Answer Hi Lou, Yes. This specific model is dual voltage. Thanks, >Joffrey
  Answered 9 years ago by SonyListens
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Question3D glassesWhat kind of glasses do I need? it would be helpful to have it listed under accessories for this tv.
Asked 10 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer Hi! You need to have TDG-BT500A for this TV. Thanks! ^Ron
  Answered 10 years ago by SonyListens
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QuestionMonster CablesDoes this TV require a special monster cable? I have one for my current LED TV but want to know if a different one is required for this 4K Ultra HD TV.
Asked 10 years ago by Naomi.
- Answer Absolutely no. There is no such thing as a special monster cable. Any HDMI cable that's listed as 2.0 compliant will work just fine. Anyone that says there is, is just trying to sell you an overpriced cable.
  Answered 9 years ago by teach
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Sony - 55" Class (54.6" Diag.) - LED - 2160p - Smart - 3D - 4K Ultra HD TV

Q: QuestionDoes the XBR55X850C have SKYPE capability?I know the older B series had SKYPE preinstalled however can I just download SKYPE from the google playstore and purchase the Sony webcam and use SKYPE that way?

Q: QuestionWhich sound bar works best with this TVJust got the TV..great so far. Is a sound bar necessary? Which one do you recommend ? Thanks!! Cari

Q: Questionwhat is the refresh rate?I won't upgrade til the Sony 4Ks are upgraded to 240, vs 120. Sony doesn't list the refresh in its spec list anymore --why is that??

Q: Questionwhat are the differences between the 850c and the 810cI am looking at the 55" class Sonys - 850c and 810c - what does the former have to cost $200 more, and what does that mean in viewer performance?

Q: QuestionI am reading all thing about tv not bright enough for bright room an hdr ,is that right

Q: QuestionHDRIs this tv firm ware be able to upgrade to the new hdr standard

Q: QuestionWhat model active 3D glasses is ,most compatible with this TV.I need to get the correct glasses for my TV.

Q: QuestionIs the 55" Sony XBR55X850C wall mountable?

Q: Question55X850C wall mount screw sizeI'm trying to wall mount my new 55X850C and see it doesn't come with screws, any idea what size I need?

Q: QuestionVoice SearchWe heard this TV has a voice search feature. Does it; and if so how do we use it? Is there a manual that explains all the features?

Q: QuestionDoes this have a coaxial connectionI have a Denon AV Surround receiver AVR-5700 model that I use the coaxial input on My LG42L60 flat Screen So I need to know if I can connect to the Sony Model ?

Q: QuestionWhat is the stand width on the xbr-55x850c?What is the stand width on the xbr-55x850c? I have a swivel stand with a narrow width (26").

Q: QuestionHow do I get an owner's manual for the TV I just bought? Didn't come with the tvJust had 850c delivered. No owner's manual. How do I get one?

Q: QuestionIs this TV dual voltage (supports 220-240V/50Hz)?Confused about the spec - says 110-240V with cUL. May get assigned overseas so this is important

Q: Question3D glassesWhat kind of glasses do I need? it would be helpful to have it listed under accessories for this tv.

Q: QuestionMonster CablesDoes this TV require a special monster cable? I have one for my current LED TV but want to know if a different one is required for this 4K Ultra HD TV.

QuestionDoes the XBR55X850C have SKYPE capability?I know the older B series had SKYPE preinstalled however can I just download SKYPE from the google playstore and purchase the Sony webcam and use SKYPE that way?

QuestionWhich sound bar works best with this TVJust got the TV..great so far. Is a sound bar necessary? Which one do you recommend ? Thanks!! Cari

Questionwhat is the refresh rate?I won't upgrade til the Sony 4Ks are upgraded to 240, vs 120. Sony doesn't list the refresh in its spec list anymore --why is that??

Questionwhat are the differences between the 850c and the 810cI am looking at the 55" class Sonys - 850c and 810c - what does the former have to cost $200 more, and what does that mean in viewer performance?

QuestionI am reading all thing about tv not bright enough for bright room an hdr ,is that right

QuestionHDRIs this tv firm ware be able to upgrade to the new hdr standard

QuestionWhat model active 3D glasses is ,most compatible with this TV.I need to get the correct glasses for my TV.

QuestionIs the 55" Sony XBR55X850C wall mountable?

Question55X850C wall mount screw sizeI'm trying to wall mount my new 55X850C and see it doesn't come with screws, any idea what size I need?

QuestionVoice SearchWe heard this TV has a voice search feature. Does it; and if so how do we use it? Is there a manual that explains all the features?

QuestionDoes this have a coaxial connectionI have a Denon AV Surround receiver AVR-5700 model that I use the coaxial input on My LG42L60 flat Screen So I need to know if I can connect to the Sony Model ?

QuestionWhat is the stand width on the xbr-55x850c?What is the stand width on the xbr-55x850c? I have a swivel stand with a narrow width (26").

QuestionHow do I get an owner's manual for the TV I just bought? Didn't come with the tvJust had 850c delivered. No owner's manual. How do I get one?

QuestionIs this TV dual voltage (supports 220-240V/50Hz)?Confused about the spec - says 110-240V with cUL. May get assigned overseas so this is important

Question3D glassesWhat kind of glasses do I need? it would be helpful to have it listed under accessories for this tv.

QuestionMonster CablesDoes this TV require a special monster cable? I have one for my current LED TV but want to know if a different one is required for this 4K Ultra HD TV.