Customer Ratings & Reviews

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I bought it on 11/28/2025. And started finding the Red thick vertical lines on the screen after less than 2 months usage, confirmed it's not issue of loosen HDMI or any inpurt port, because this lines are there no matter which page i am in.It's annoying.

The panel on this TV is magnificent. I truly have never seen a better picture on a display. If the only thing you care about is the panel you won’t be disappointed. The rest of the TV though does not measure up to that high bar. When removing the plastic packaging tape that wraps the TV the tape clung to and pealed away the plastic covering on the frame of mine leaving ugly defects along the bottom center of the screen. Sony refused to honor the warranty and I’m left with high-glare detatched plastic running along the bottom of the TV. Sony assures me this is not a manufacturing defect so expect the same on yours. The TV also struggles with my Sonos Arc Ultra - the TV sets the sound to 0 when I turn it on and Inhave to manually turn it back up every time. Once a week the TV stops emitting sound and I have to pop the back cable cover off the TV and unplug and replug it to get the sound bar working again. The bar works fine with other TVs. Overall fantastic panel shipped in a junk product.

Sony BRAVIA 8 II – 65” I’ve been using the Sony Bravia 8 II 65-inch for a little while now, and honestly this is one of those purchases where you immediately feel you upgraded your home, not just your TV. Movies, sports, and even regular YouTube videos look noticeably better compared to my previous LED TV What I loved 1. Picture quality is stunning The OLED panel with Sony’s XR processing is the real deal. Blacks are perfectly black — not grayish — and colors look natural instead of over-saturated. Skin tones especially look realistic (which many TVs struggle with). Watching Netflix Dolby Vision content genuinely feels cinematic. 2. Motion handling (amazing for sports) This is probably Sony’s biggest strength. Fast motion looks smooth without the weird soap-opera effect. I watched football and hockey — no blur, no jitter. Even panning shots stay clean. 3. Upscaling older content Cable TV and older 1080p content looks surprisingly sharp. Sony processing is better than most brands here — it doesn’t look artificially sharpened. 4. Sound is shockingly good for a TV The Acoustic Surface Audio+ (screen acting as speakers) actually works. Voices come directly from the screen so dialogue feels anchored to actors. For casual watching I rarely feel the need to turn on my soundbar. 5. Google TV is smooth & clean Fast interface, no lag so far, and recommendations are useful. Voice search works well too. 6. Gaming features PS5 pairs perfectly — auto HDR tone mapping and VRR works flawlessly. Input lag feels very low. ⸻ What could be better 1. Brightness is good — but not the brightest OLED In a very sunny room you’ll notice reflections. It’s perfectly fine most of the time, just not mini-LED level bright. 2. Stand position flexibility The feet placement is wide. If your TV stand is narrow, you may need a wall mount or a bigger console. 3. Premium price You definitely pay for Sony processing. Competitors may offer similar panels cheaper — but the image processing difference is visible. 4. Some settings tweaking needed Out of the box it looks good, but to get the best picture you’ll spend 15–20 minutes adjusting picture modes. ⸻ ⭐ Overall This TV feels tuned by people who care about movies rather than just brightness numbers. The picture looks real instead of flashy — and that’s why I kept noticing details in films I’ve already watched before. If you watch a lot of movies, sports, or play PS5 — it’s absolutely worth it. Final Rating: 5 / 5 ⭐ Not the cheapest OLED, but easily one of the most satisfying to actually watch every day.

As a movie-phile. loved the Tv, but. excellent picture quality. I had a sony Z9D prior to this. So i was used to super high brightness and very good deep blacks. straight out of the box, colors are vibrant, contrast is clean, and imiage processing was awesome. playing 4K moves through the UPB 700 from sony was breathtaking. i didn't see a need to calibrate the tv. peak brightness on scenes was superb. streaming through an apple tv 4K latest gen, was also very good. it read dolby vision content, and played back no issues. rendering the low nitrate content was also very good. hard to tell you were streaming 4K dolby vision content. streaming SDR content was all very good. it did a very good job at cleaning up and upscaling the content. The interface is one of my favorites. i can access the settings very quickly and out fuz if i needed to adjust anything. it was also great that i could use the tv panel sound and paired to with my surround so i could add more clarity with the center channel i have hooked up. As for why i had to change and go for the LG G5. it's because of the lack of HDMI 2.1 ports. it only had 2 compared to 4 on the LG. i had to unplug and plug things in like the blue ray, apple tv, and xbox so i can take full advantage of 120 frames while gaming, full spectrum bandwidth while streaming for dolby vision and dolby atmos for my older marantz reviver.

The Sony Bravia 8 II OLED 4K TV delivers stunning picture quality with rich colors, deep blacks, and excellent motion handling. Its immersive sound stands out, though brightness and limited HDMI 2.1 ports may disappoint some users. Overall, it’s a premium choice for movie lovers seeking cinematic visuals and strong built-in audio.

I purchased a 65-in Sony Bravia 8i and I can only say this TV is nothing short of spectacular. I have a 65-in Panasonic z95b in the living room and this Sony TV in the bedroom and I love it just as much as the Panasonic. It's not quite as bright as the Panasonic, but the qd OLED colors are absolutely stunning. I do love the Google OS much better than the Amazon OS. It is neat seeing how even though both TVs are OLED the difference between qdoled and the primary four stack OLED.. I will say the Panasonic has more three-dimensionality but the Sony has a unique look to it when watching movies and TV shows that I feel you only get from the Sony. The QD OLED oled colors are unmatchable and I was debating between the Sony and the Samsung s95f and I'm glad I went with Sony as I just feel like it's a more premium television and I prefer the glossy panel over the matte. I also believe the Sony like the Panasonic will last much longer than the Samsung or LG oleds due to a better cooling system. I feel like This TV will last much longer before burn in is an issue then the Samsung or LG G5. The sound is extremely good for television speakers also much better than the Samsung or LG. It doesn't match or come near the Panasonic but that's to be as expected as that TV comes with its own soundbar and speakers going up the left and right side as well as on top. Overall, I am more than happy with the Sony Bravia 8 Mark II and would recommend this TV to anybody as Sony just makes some of the best TVs for Cinema watching. I will say however, if your preference or main use is gaming then I would go with LG G5 or Samsung s95f or even Panasonic z95b unless you are only gaming on a console, In which case the 120 HZ panel is all you can get out of PlayStation 5 or Xbox series x and the Sony does match that

I almost bought the A95L a couple years ago, but my "tech guy" son told me to hold out for the successor—and boy, am I glad I did! The Bravia 8 Mark 2 is absolutely breathtaking. The QD-OLED panel is a game-changer. The blacks are perfectly "inky," and the reds are deep and true, not washed out like on other screens. Whether it’s movies, sports, or gaming, everything looks incredibly vibrant and lifelike. If you’re looking for a beautiful TV, stop searching and go check this one out. You’ll see exactly what I mean!

With the exception of a cheap TCL and a Samsung Frame for guest rooms, I've stuck with Sony TVs for the last 15+ years for the picture calibration, ergonomics and overall quality. There's a reason Sony TVs are noticeably heavier than their Samsung equivalent - they are built to a higher standard. Out of over a dozen units across my family, not a single TV has failed - even my 2009 XBR9 is still going strong. So disclaimer that I have a bias towards the brand. I have also purchased 4 other Sony OLEDs - the A8H, A9S, A80J and A80K, and have seen the incremental improvements over time. I pulled the trigger on this despite the mixed RTINGS review and general consensus that the latest LG and Samsung flagships have some brightness and feature advantages. Initially, I was struck by how nuanced and film-like the picture was - it really looked quite different from any other TV I've used before - but SDR was shockingly dim in Cinema/Professional modes. It turns out there is a critical setting you MUST change - Peak Luminance. Make sure this is set to "High" before you evaluate! I have been using Professional mode with settings close to the RTINGS calibration, with a couple tweaks to taste. Once set up, the picture quality is shockingly cinematic, natural and refined. Motion is buttery smooth without resorting to any interpolation processing gimmicks. Dolby Vision content on Netflix has a film-like warmth and subtlety to it, with impressive dynamic range between dark and bright scenes. It's not just that brightness and shadow detail are better than my other OLEDs, which they are, but it captures the "feel" of different scenes much more completely. Dusk and nighttime scenes really feel like dusk and night rather than just being dim, and daytime scenes have a realistic brilliance to them. And different films/shows look more differentiated from each other, giving a stronger sense of the aesthetic the director was aiming for. It reminds me a lot of upgrading to very high-end loudspeakers (I'm a wacko audiophile) that have better frequency response and resolution - not everything sounds better (in fact, bad recordings often sound worse), but you can hear so much more range and detail to everything. While I've never used a mastering monitor before, Sony's claims that this is the closest they've gotten to studio quality in a consumer TV resonate - it feels like you are that much closer to the original source. My other OLEDs, while still great, look decidedly more "ordinary" now. It's my first QD-OLED so I can't say how it compares to other brands or the A95L, but I will say it handles my very bright living room well - it's very watchable in daylight (not direct sunlight mind you) with minimal glare and washout and wide viewing angles. By comparison, an older X900F LCD I had was literally unwatchable in the same conditions. I'm using a Sennheiser Amber soundbar, so can't comment on built-in sound quality. Android TV UI isn't as fast as e.g. a Google TV 4K Streamer, but quite snappy which is a relief given my A8H has become borderline unusable with Android 11. Hopefully the cpu/ram in the Bravia 8 II will be sufficient for a while. All in all, a great TV that I plan to keep for a long time. Recommended!

This TV looks incredible, colors are super vibrant and the blacks are really deep, so everything from movies to games just pops. Setup was quick and Google TV is easy to use, plus it runs really smooth. Definitely a great upgrade if you want a high-end OLED.

So far I am happy with this purchase. The different brands have their various pros and cons. The Sonys have better motion handling than Samsung and support dolby vision. I would have knocked it down a star for how expensive it is when you can buy another brand's 2024 model for a third of the price... but the current pricing is in line with the top tvs of the other manufacturers. Personally, I think the 65 inch should be more like $2300, though. The Sony oddly does not have nearly as high of a max brightness as the other brands, but it outdoes them in clarity and crispness of the picture, which I care more about. Most people will still want a sound bar of speaker system, but the onboard audio on the 65 inch is probably the best onboard audio of any current tvs on the market. The one thing I wish they had done better at is the out of the box calibration. Some professional review sites showed it not having very great out of the box calibrations like some monitors have been having.

This Tv is replacing my xbr55 which was a great tv that lasted 8 years. First Oled, chose Oled for movies. it’s got a great picture but I do wish it had alittle more settings options for custom adjustment. 2 hdmi 2.1 ports is just enough for sound system and Blu-ray player. 3 or 4 would be nice at this price point but it makes up for it with picture quality.i almost went with the a95L oled but 77” was more then I needed for a small room. Specs on both TV’s are very close, only real difference is the Bravia 8II has an updated processor.

I’ve owned this TV for about a week and I feel confident that, despite the high price tag, this was an excellent purchase. The picture quality is simply superb across all types of content I’ve played on it, including 4K Blu-Ray films like Oppenheimer, streaming shows like The Last of Us, or live sports. It works flawlessly with my Apple TV and Sonos audio system. And it’s bright. Picture quality remains clear and enjoyable in our brightly lit living room. Genuinely, I love this TV. $3500 for a 65” TV is expensive, but it’s worth it when I know this screen will be with us for a long time to come.

Got this tv thinking my original Sony TV couldn't be repaired. Best Buy repaired my original Sony OLED so I returned this Sony Bravia 8 II. I have bought and recommended countless Sony products and wouldn't give up any Sony product I have, they all last forever and far outperform my expectations every time. I wanted to keep this TV the moment I turned it on, so returning this Bravia 8 II was honestly heartbreaking. Would definitely recommend this TV for any home theater setup, and hope to get one myself someday.

This TV is amazing and so worth the money! I had a Sony Bravia TV for eight years prior to buying this one and the picture quality was excellent. This new Bravia II model is far superior which I didn't think was possible. Looking at the Sony models side by side in the store helped me to make my decision to spend the extra money. Also, I got a great Black Friday deal. The technology and picture quality is far superior to all of the other competitors. The install was very easy and the intuitive technology made my Sonos surround sound system setup a breeze. I highly recommend this TV.

The Sony Bravia 8 II has an outstanding picture — deep blacks, vibrant colors, and impressive clarity that make everything look lifelike. Motion is smooth, and the overall viewing experience is excellent. I used Best Buy’s Geek Squad for delivery and setup since it’s a large 65-inch TV, and I’m glad I did. They handled everything carefully, made sure it was in perfect condition, and had it up and running quickly. The Google TV interface is easy to navigate, and my Sonos Playbar pairs perfectly for great sound. The design is sleek and modern, and I couldn’t be happier with the result. Highly recommend both the TV and the Geek Squad setup service.

We just recently had the Sony Bravia 8 and came across this one so we decided to go ahead and upgrade. We could tell straight away that this TV is a fair bit brighter and the colors are a lot stronger and more vivid. On the floor in Best Buy you could really see the difference side-by-side and you could tell a bigger difference when you’re at home.

Worth the wait. I'm a Movie guy and not into gaming so what I look for in a TV is more on the 'movie theatre' experience. Amazing performance. A tree is a tree and the black/dark scenes are just that, no strange weird shading or discoloration when a screen is attempting to project Black. Sometimes I spend 10 to 15 minutes just watching my Google Photos because it's just fun and satisfying to watch the screen saver high def pictures. I can see the whiskers on my Pomchi. No buyers remorse, no looking at other reviews, case closed. Best purchase of the year and I feel my hard earned money was put to good use.

This TV is incredibly bright! I upgraded from a 2019 OLED C9 seeking a brighter display. After comparing this TV to LG’s 2025 flagship, I chose the Sony based on the reputation of the Sony A95L, and I have no regrets. The colors from its QD-OLED panel are striking, the vibrant visuals are perfect for gaming. It took a day to adjust to the warmer tones (slightly magenta?), but they quickly feel natural. Compared to an LG C3, the colors really pop. It’s an outstanding TV. The only drawbacks are its premium price and that only two of the four HDMI ports are 2.1. If you have multiple consoles and a soundbar, consider an HDMI switch to avoid cable swapping. Overall, it’s a fantastic TV!

This tv is fantastic. The picture quality and overall functionality are excellent. The sound is perfect without the need for a soundbar. This is my second Sony (other is 85” flagship from a few years ago). I was hesitant to go with OLED but it performs great even in our well lit room. If you haven’t tried it yet, check out any YouTube ultra hd 10k videos in a pitch black room. We sometime just put on the nature videos and get mesmerized by the amazing picture. 4 instead of 5 stars is just due to the price and my most recent purchase of a $250 (on sale) 65” Pioneer that we use on our back deck. The picture quality on the pioneer isn’t as bright or rich as the Sony but it is still an excellent picture, motion is excellent without jitter, sound is excellent, and just blows my mind that for less than 10% of the Sony’s price I have an excellent VALUE tv. I even splurged for the extra 3 years coverage for all of $59 so if it lasts beyond that it’ll further cement this commentary. I love my Sony but before I’d buy again I’d do a closer look at bang for the buck. I stayed away from the TCLs of late because I don’t like their motion of sports and such but if I can find a bargain that handles it well like this pioneer it may change my purchasing decision in the future.