“What’s the difference between this and the Bravia 5”
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Hi Rick, We appreciate your question. We're happy to clarify that for you! When comparing the K-55XR8B and the BRAVIA 5, you're looking at two great TVs, but the true distinction lies in the core display technology and what each is intended to be the best at. The K-55XR8B is an OLED TV. The key advantage here is that every single pixel is self-illuminating. This means when a pixel is supposed to show black, it turns completely off. This unique capability gives the XR8B perfect black levels and virtually infinite contrast. For cinematic viewing, especially in a dimmer room, the OLED is unmatched because of the incredible detail it maintains in dark shadows. In contrast, the BRAVIA 5 is a Mini LED television. While it still uses our top-tier processing, it's a traditional LCD screen with a radically improved backlight made of thousands of tiny LEDs. The critical difference here is brightness. Because it uses a powerful, dedicated backlight, the BRAVIA 5 can achieve significantly higher peak brightness levels than the OLED. For additional specifications of the XR8B, please visit the following link: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/televisions-projectors-oled-tvs-android-/k-55xr8b/specifications So, in short: the XR8B is better for contrast and perfect blacks, while the BRAVIA 5 is better for superior brightness. Both are solid choices; your final decision will ultimately depend on the specific features you prioritize and, of course, your budget. Thanks for considering Sony products! Best regards, Estefany
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