Sony Bravia 7 (XR70) vs Sony X75WL

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BRAVIA 7 / XR70

Available screen sizes: 65”75”85”

Available screen sizes: 43”50”55”65”75”

Panel type: LCD VA

Resolution: 3840x2160

System: Google TV

Model year: 2024

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Panel type: LCD IPS

Resolution: 3840x2160

System: Google TV

Model year: 2023

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Overall rating

8.1

6.0

  • Movies and series in UHD quality

    7.6

    5.4

  • Classic TV, YouTube

    7.6

    5.3

  • Sports broadcasts (TV and apps)

    7.6

    5.5

  • Gaming on console

    8.4

    5.7

  • TV as a computer monitor

    7.6

    6.0

  • Watching in bright light

    8.4

    4.6

  • Utility functions

    9.5

    8.6

  • Apps

    10.0

    10.0

  • Sound quality

    7.8

    6.9

Advantages

  • High brightness

  • Good contrast

  • Great Dolby Vision support

  • Google TV – intuitive system, easy access to apps, backlit remote

  • Very good built-in speakers

  • Excellent digital processing

  • Good for gamers - HDMI 2.1, multiple features, low input lag

  • Google TV system with convenient voice control and access to apps

  • Ability to record to an external USB drive and connect peripherals

  • Good viewing angles thanks to IPS panel

  • Very good compatibility with PC (chroma 4:4:4, low input lag)

  • Pleasant, clear sound with gentle bass

  • Adjustable leg spacing

Disadvantages

No like
  • No extension coating for wide viewing angles at this price

  • Only 2 HDMI 2.1 ports - including one ARC

  • Very weak contrast

  • Average colour gamut coverage

  • Poor for gamers - lacks many features

  • Design - thick bezels will not appeal to most

Our verdict

Testing the Sony Bravia 7 quickly revealed that this television can really do quite a bit. Although it is the "lowest" model from the Japanese manufacturer in the new 2024 lineup, it doesn’t feel like a compromise at all. The picture impressed us with its depth of black and the detail in bright scenes – thanks to the Mini LED technology that makes a difference. When we watched movies in Dolby Vision, it was immediately evident how much HDR adds life to every scene. The intense colours and great dynamics made watching evening screenings a genuine pleasure for us. Using this television daily also surprised us positively. The Google TV system worked flawlessly, and the selection of apps was large enough that we easily found everything we wanted to watch. The backlit remote is a small but practical addition – in the evenings, we greatly appreciated not having to fumble around for the buttons. The older content we watched improved in quality thanks to advanced image processing. When we checked the TV for gaming, it also made a good impression on us. The 120 Hz refresh rate ensured smooth visuals, and the low input lag allowed us to enjoy fast-paced and dynamic gameplay. We particularly liked the Game Bar feature – easy access to settings during gameplay is something that every gaming enthusiast will appreciate. The television handled even more demanding titles excellently. However, not everything was perfect. Only two HDMI 2.1 ports, one of which is designated for eARC, could be an issue if someone plans to connect multiple devices at once. Additionally, when we watched the television at an angle, we noticed that the picture quality was not as good as when viewed head-on – the lack of a layer improving viewing angles was noticeable here. Nevertheless, the Bravia 7 is a television that pleasantly surprised us. It combines excellent picture quality with functionality that works well both in everyday use and during evening screenings or dynamic gaming sessions. The minor limitations are noticeable, but they do not overshadow the whole package, which definitely deserves the attention of buyers.

The Sony X75WL model is a 2023 television that is being continued into 2024 by the Japanese company Sony. It offers many positive features. For example, with the Google TV system, users can enjoy broad access to apps like Netflix, YouTube, or Amazon Prime Video and more! The apps are easily accessible, and full integration with the Play Store allows downloading many additional apps, including games and media players, etc. The built-in Google Assistant adds even more functionality, enabling users to control the television with voice commands. Daily usage is supported by features such as USB recording capability or connecting peripherals (e.g., mice and keyboards, headphones). All of this makes it a very functional device tailored to various users. Solid cooperation with PCs, thanks to 4:4:4 chroma support and low input lag, makes the Sony X75WL a great choice for an office or working from home. The sound quality is another plus—gentle bass and clarity will satisfy most users, especially those who appreciate audio quality without the need to invest in additional speakers. However, this model also has some drawbacks. Very weak contrast and average HDR effects mean it is not the best choice for night cinema sessions, where black depth and detail quality are crucial. Thicker bezels may not appeal to everyone. Despite the flaws, the Sony X75WL is a solid choice, especially for those looking for a versatile and functional television at an affordable price. However, if we are not strongly attached to the brand, we recommend considering competitive models (comparison visible below) that may offer a better quality-to-price ratio.

TV appearance

HDMI inputs
2 x HDMI 2.0, 2 x HDMI 2.1 (48Gbps)
4 x HDMI 2.0, 0 x HDMI 2.1
Other inputs
RCA (Chinch)
Outputs
Toslink (Optical audio), eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI)
Toslink (Optical audio), eARC (HDMI), ARC (HDMI)
Network Interfaces
Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi 5GHz, Ethernet (LAN) 100Mbps
Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi 5GHz, Ethernet (LAN) 100Mbps

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Contrast and black detail

7.7/10

2.4/10

Local dimming function: Yes, number of zones: 512 (32 x 16)

Local dimming function: No

Contrast:

Review Sony Bravia 7 (XR70) Contrast and black detail

Result

190,000:1

Review Sony Bravia 7 (XR70) Contrast and black detail

Result

14,700:1

Review Sony Bravia 7 (XR70) Contrast and black detail

Result

45,000:1

Review Sony Bravia 7 (XR70) Contrast and black detail

Result

4,400:1

Review Sony Bravia 7 (XR70) Contrast and black detail

Result

4,800:1

Review Sony X75WL Contrast and black detail

Result

1,100:1

Review Sony X75WL Contrast and black detail

Result

1,200:1

Review Sony X75WL Contrast and black detail

Result

1,300:1

Review Sony X75WL Contrast and black detail

Result

1,400:1

Review Sony X75WL Contrast and black detail

Result

900:1

Halo effect and black detail visibility:

The Sony BRAVIA 7 television with a VA panel and MiniLED backlighting technology offers excellent black quality. The tested 65-inch variant is equipped with 512 dimming zones, allowing for very good contrast, particularly during demanding movie scenes. Naturally, larger sizes of the television have more zones, which positively affects contrast and image depth. During tests, in scenes from the film "Oblivion," the BRAVIA 7 handled dark and bright areas exceptionally well, providing decent separation of lights (the light effect did not merge into a large blob) from deep blacks. However, as is often the case with televisions featuring local dimming, certain difficulties arise with small, bright light sources. In more challenging sections (e.g., scenes 4 and 5), it's noticeable that the television "struggles" to maintain high brightness for these elements, which impacts contrast – bright objects are either too dark (resulting in poor contrast) or exhibit a slight halo effect around them. In a scene from the film Sicario 2, the operation of the zones can be seen, causing the aforementioned effect, though it is minimal. Despite these minor imperfections, the overall impression is positive – the local dimming algorithm works quite well, ensuring that the picture maintains high contrast, and the quality of blacks and details is satisfactory.

The tested model Sony X75WL is equipped with an IPS panel, which unfortunately negatively affects the quality of black levels and contrast. Black is shallow, and details in dark scenes are practically invisible. In the film "Sicario 2" one cannot see any details in the shadows. All of this makes the picture look weak and lacking in depth. The IPS panel used cannot provide the level of contrast that more demanding users would expect, and the lack of detail in dark scenes significantly lowers the quality of the viewing experience. The X75WL television does not have local dimming capabilities, which further complicates achieving the appropriate black levels and contrast in this category.

HDR effect quality

6.8/10

4.3/10

Supported formats
HDR10, Dolby Vision, Dolby Vision IQ, HLG
HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG
Color gamut coverage
DCI P3: 96.0%, Bt.2020: 79.0%
DCI P3: 80.0%, Bt.2020: 59.0%

Luminance measurements in HDR:

Review Sony Bravia 7 (XR70) Brightness measurement

Result

1322 nit

Review Sony Bravia 7 (XR70) Brightness measurement

Result

624 nit

Review Sony Bravia 7 (XR70) Brightness measurement

Result

1133 nit

Review Sony Bravia 7 (XR70) Brightness measurement

Result

457 nit

Review Sony Bravia 7 (XR70) Brightness measurement

Result

989 nit

Review Sony X75WL Brightness measurement

Result

285 nit

Review Sony X75WL Brightness measurement

Result

308 nit

Review Sony X75WL Brightness measurement

Result

343 nit

Review Sony X75WL Brightness measurement

Result

345 nit

Review Sony X75WL Brightness measurement

Result

358 nit

Scene from the movie “Pan” (about 2800 nits)

Scene from the movie “Billy Lynn” (about 1100 nits)

Static HDR10

Dynamic: Dolby Vision

Dynamic: Dolby Vision

HDR luminance chart:

Sony X75WL

Sony Bravia 7 (XR70)

Now that we know the TV handles contrast well, let’s check how it performs in terms of HDR effects. The luminance graph shows very high capabilities for this model – 1500 nits is truly an impressive result. HDR effects are particularly striking in scenes where most of the screen is covered in light, such as in the 1st, 3rd, and 5th test scenes. Minor imperfections, typical of this technology, are still visible with very small light effects, as seen in the scene from the film "Sicario 2," where brightness drops to 500 nits. Although these aren't staggering results, they can be considered decent. Additionally, it's worth praising the TV for its high coverage of a wide colour gamut – DCI-P3 at 96%, which allows for vibrant, saturated colours.

The luminance chart for the X75WL Sony television showed a maximum value of 350 nits, which unfortunately is not an impressive result. The television does not surprise with its brightness, and all the HDR scenes we tested lacked depth and the appropriate lighting effect that should accompany HDR content. Additionally, the tragic coverage of the DCI-P3 colour palette makes it difficult for the television to reproduce rich colours, which significantly affects the overall viewing experience of HDR content. The lack of adequate brightness and poor colour coverage means that HDR effects are very limited in this model.

Factory color reproduction

6.7/10

6.9/10

Factory Mode

After calibration

Factory Mode

After calibration

The IMAX Enhanced mode on the Sony BRAVIA 7 TV is definitely the best mode available on this model, although it is not without its flaws, as its name might suggest. The biggest issue is white balance – both in HD and 4K HDR content, there is a noticeable dominance of the red colour, which causes the image to take on pinkish hues. This is particularly evident on the test image with snow, where the pinkish tint becomes very noticeable. Errors in the Colour Checker test also confirm these deviations – although they are not catastrophic, there is a tendency to lean towards warmer tones. In terms of brightness characteristics, the gamma remains at a decent level with a slight spike but without major issues. However, the biggest challenge is with 4K material. It is clear that the EOTF curve is significantly above the reference graph, making the image appear overly bright.

Colour reproduction tests for the model Sony X75WL are conducted in film mode, which offers the best picture settings but also has its flaws. The biggest issue with the X75WL Sony is the white balance – for both HD and 4K HDR content – which is characterised by a dominance of blue. As a result, the entire image feels too cool. The colour checker confirms these errors, showing that colours lean towards cooler shades. Regarding brightness characteristics, the contrast gamma is at quite a decent level; however, the same cannot be said for the EOTF curve. There are significant issues with maintaining the appropriate brightness – the image is either too bright or too dim, which affects the visual perception of the content.

Color reproduction after calibration

9.1/10

7.1/10

Sony BRAVIA XR70 offers a wide range of tools that allow you to customise the image to your own preferences, enabling significant adjustments to the settings. White balance has been freed from the red colour dominance issue – snow no longer takes on pink hues, which was previously noticeable. Although there are slight deviations in the final part of the white balance chart regarding a drop in blue colour, they are acceptable and difficult to notice in everyday use. The Colour Checker test confirms that colour reproduction errors are no longer as pronounced and rarely exceed a value of 2, which is a very good result. As for brightness, gamma, although it didn't require major improvement, has been slightly adjusted. However, the most significant change has been noted in the EOTF curve – the television no longer has issues with excessively brightening the entire image in 4K materials. However, upon closer examination and incorporating the EOTF characteristics in film materials, some limitations of the television become apparent due to the previously discussed dimming algorithm. Some small elements may be slightly more illuminated, but these errors are minor enough that most users won't notice them. Overall, the calibration results are very, very positive.

X75WL Sony is one of those cases where image calibration may not be heavily spectacular, but it provides a very good improvement in colour perception. The white balance, both for HD and 4K materials, has been significantly improved – we no longer have a strong dominance of cooler shades. The gamma curve also appears more stable, which translates to better image quality. However, the biggest issue remains the EOTF curve, which is responsible for brightness in 4K materials. Due to the technological limitations of the television (IPS panel and lack of local dimming technology), it's hard to talk about significant improvement, as we can't squeeze more out of this model. Despite these limitations, the tonality of the image has been significantly improved.

Smoothness of tonal transitions

9/10

8.1/10

The Sony XR70 TV handles gradation exceptionally well. In the test sequence, only a few scenes show slight problems with tonal transitions in darker areas, but most of these issues disappear when the gentle gradation option is activated. Overall, the TV offers excellent gradation that will satisfy even the most demanding users.

In the X75WL model, the smoothness of tonal transitions performs very well. The gradation in the shadows is good, without visible issues, which positively impacts the image quality in darker areas. In brighter scenes, slight smoothness issues can be noticed, but they are not distinctly noticeable and shouldn't affect the viewing comfort. In a scene with an intense red colour, slight cuts are visible; however, they do not detract from the overall enjoyment of watching.

Image scaling and smoothness of tonal transitions

8.5/10

6.1/10

Image without overscan on the SD signal
OK
OK
Smooth transition function
OK
No

Smooth transition function

Image without overscan on the SD signal

Since we know that the television handles high-quality content very well, it's worth checking how it performs with lower-quality material. Here, the television shows its potential, and the graphics processor used works remarkably well. On the test screen with the light bulb, there are no issues with colour blending, and the gentle gradation function works very well – we recommend setting it to "Medium".

When it comes to digital processing, or the so-called upscaling, the television sharpens the image quite significantly, which leads to a slight jaggedness, for example on branches in the background, but it doesn't remove desired details. Despite this, the overall appearance is really attractive and may appeal to most users. However, if you prefer a softer, more plastic image, you can reduce this effect in the settings by adjusting the sharpness level to your liking.

In the case of low-quality tonal transitions, the Sony X75WL television performs poorly. The lack of any feature to improve tonal transitions results in noticeable imperfections in colour gradation. However, it can be noted that the digital processing is quite good – the image is displayed without overscan, and the overall presentation is relatively good thanks to the added slight sharpness, which some users may appreciate.

Blur and motion smoothness

8.3/10

4.9/10

Maximum refresh rate of the panel
120Hz
60Hz
Film motion smoothing option
OK
OK
Blur reduction option
OK
OK
BFI function 60Hz
Yes, 120Hz (double contours)
Yes, 120Hz (double contours)
BFI function 120Hz
Yes, 120Hz
-
Brightness drop with BFI
1%
-%

Blur (native resolution, maximum refresh rate):

Blur (BFI function enabled):

The Sony BRAVIA 7 TV with a 120 Hz panel will satisfy most users in terms of motion fluidity. Additionally, Sony offers a Motion Flow feature that allows for the selection of three different picture settings, adjusting them to personal preferences: Smoothness – Film: This setting improves motion fluidity, giving the image a more cinematic or theatrical quality. Smoothness – Camera: This setting provides even greater fluidity, useful for watching dynamic scenes like sports broadcasts. Clarity: This setting focuses on minimising noise and motion artifacts, resulting in a more stable and clear image.

The X75WL Sony television features a 60 Hz panel, making it more suitable for watching movies than for fast-paced gaming. This model includes a motion smoother called Motionflow, which allows the user to adjust the picture on a 10-point scale. Smoothness adds intermediate frames, thus increasing motion fluidity, and the image becomes more theatrical while minimising the judder effect. Clarity reduces motion blur, which is especially useful during fast-paced scenes, such as sports or dynamic action in films. With this feature, the user can tailor the fluidity and sharpness of motion to their own preferences.

Console compatibility and gaming features

8.1/10

3.6/10

  • ALLM
    Yes
    Yes
  • VRR
    Yes
    No
  • VRR range
    48 - 120Hz
    No
  • Dolby Vision Game Mode
    Yes
    Warning Tak (wysoki input lag)
  • Correct implementation of HGIG
    No
    No
  • 1080p@120Hz
    Yes
    No
  • 1440p@120Hz
    No
    No
  • 4K@120Hz
    Yes
    No
  • Game bar
    Yes
    Yes

Sony Bravia 7 has significantly improved its capabilities in terms of compatibility with consoles compared to earlier models. The TV supports variable refresh rate (VRR), which eliminates screen tearing, and it syncs with graphics cards to ensure smooth display. The automatic low latency mode (ALLM) effectively reduces input lag, which is crucial in dynamic games. Dolby Vision with low latency further delivers impressive HDR effects that look great during gameplay.

Sony Bravia 7 also offers a Game Bar feature, providing quick access to settings and monitoring parameters while gaming. An interesting option is the ability to enable a virtual on-screen reticle, which can give a slight advantage in shooter games. However, compared to the Bravia 9 model, the HGIG feature in the Bravia 7 doesn't perform as well, which may be noticeable for more demanding gamers – particularly as the HGIG mode is becoming increasingly popular among gamers as the preferred method for reproducing HDR effects.

A downside is the lack of support for 1440p@120 Hz resolution, which could make gaming easier for users with less powerful graphics cards. Additionally, the Sony Bravia 7 is equipped with two HDMI 2.1 ports, one of which is often used to connect an audio system via eARC, limiting the number of available ports for connecting next-gen consoles.

X75WL is not the best TV for gamers. It only has the ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) feature and a basic Game Bar, which are not sufficient to satisfy more demanding users. In this price range, one would expect support for features such as VRR or 120 Hz refresh rates – although in FULLHD, which are already standard – unfortunately, they are lacking here. This is a big downside for Sony, as the competition offers much more for gamers in a similar budget.

Input lag

9.7/10

8.5/10

SDR

1080p60
20 ms
14 ms
1080p120
10 ms
2160p60
20 ms
14 ms
2160p120
10 ms

HDR

2160p60
20 ms
13 ms
2160p120
10 ms
4320p60

Dolby Vision

2160p60 DV
20 ms
133 ms
2160p120 DV
11 ms

Sony BRAVIA 7 delivers outstanding results in terms of input lag, especially with 120 Hz materials, where the delay is around 11 ms – this is an excellent result that will satisfy even the most demanding gamers. The Dolby Vision mode also deserves recognition, as it is usually associated with higher input lag, yet here it performs really well, providing a comfortable gaming experience. However, we deducted 0.3 points for results above 20 ms for 60 Hz content, although we believe that for most users, this difference is more of a placebo effect.

Sony KD-43X75WL offers very low input lag at 14 ms, which is a big advantage for gamers expecting a quick response from the TV to commands from the controller. However, input lag of 130 ms in Dolby Vision mode completely disqualifies this mode from use during gaming. This means that users using Dolby Vision need to reckon with significant delay, which greatly affects comfort and precision during gameplay.

Compatibility with PC

7.6/10

6/10

Chroma 444 (maximum resolution and refresh rate)
Yes
Yes
Font clarity
Very Good
Very Good
Readability of dark text and shapes
Good
Very Good
Input lag in PC mode (4K, maximum refresh rate)
11ms
12ms
Matrix subpixel arrangement
BGR
RGB
Max refresh rate
120Hz
60Hz
G-Sync
Yes
No

The Sony BRAVIA 7 television works well with computers, providing clear and legible fonts. An input lag of 11 ms is also an excellent result that will satisfy users using the television for gaming and work. However, it should be mentioned that in the case of grey letters, some slight fading of certain pixels can be observed, which somewhat affects the readability of darker fonts, for which we deducted a few points.

Model Sony X75WL works well as a computer monitor. Thanks to support for 4:4:4 chroma, the readability of fonts is very good, making working with text on this television comfortable. Additionally, low input lag ensures smooth and responsive operation, making the experience of using this model with a computer enjoyable and convenient. The television is equipped with a 60 Hz panel and does not support G-Sync, which may be a downside for PC gamers. As a result, its rating in this category is lower – it performs well for everyday computer use, but in games, especially fast-paced ones, the lack of fluidity is a drawback that is crucial for smooth gameplay.

Viewing angles

3.4/10

6.8/10

Brightness drop at an angle of 45 degrees
61%
67%

The Sony BRAVIA 7 TV has poor viewing angles, which is typical for VA panels. The picture quickly loses quality when viewed from a greater angle – colours become washed out and contrast decreases. Considering the price of the device, it's a shame that a coating wasn't applied to enhance the viewing angles, which would certainly improve the viewing experience from different spots in the room.

The viewing angles on the model KD-43X75WL are quite good, thanks to the IPS panel used. The picture remains relatively faithful even when viewed at an angle, which can be beneficial in situations where the television is viewed from different spots in the room. Nevertheless, we have seen better models with this type of panel that offer more uniform colour and contrast quality at wider angles.

TV efficiency during daytime

8.4/10

4.6/10

Matrix coating
Satin
Satin
Reflection suppression
Good
Average
Black levels during daytime
Good
Good

Matrix brightness

Average luminance SDR

Sony X75WL: 334 cd/m2

Sony Bravia 7 (XR70): 1014 cd/m2

BRAVIA 7 performs exceptionally well in bright surroundings. The satin finish effectively reduces reflections, while causing minimal side blur, resulting in very good visibility during the day. A brightness level of 1000 cd/m² in SDR mode is astonishing and ensures that the picture remains clear even in brightly lit rooms.

The performance rating of the television Sony X75WL during the day is average. The matte coating on the panel moderately suppresses reflections, which means that in a bright room, glare can be visible and interfere with image reception. Additionally, with a brightness level of 330 cd/m², it is not sufficient to provide a clear picture in very sunny environments, limiting its use in well-lit rooms.

Details about the matrix

Backlight Type
Mini-LED QLED
White LED
Software version during testing
112.624.060.1eua
PKG6.7546.0865EUA
Image processor
Mt5897 6gb ram
MT5895 3GB RAM

Subpixel Structure:

Panel uniformity:

Sony Bravia 7 (XR70)

Sony X75WL

TV features

9.5/10

8.6/10

  • System
    Google TV
    Google TV
  • TV reception
    DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-S, DVB-S2, DVB-C
    DVB-T, DVB-T2, DVB-S, DVB-S2, DVB-C
  • Recording to USB (terrestrial TV)
    Yes
    Yes
  • Recording programming
    Yes
    Yes
  • Picture in Picture (PiP)
    No
    No
  • Screen mirroring (Windows Miracast)
    Yes
    Yes
  • AirPlay
    Yes
    Yes
  • Voice search in native language
    Yes
    Yes
  • Ability to connect a keyboard and mouse
    Yes
    Yes
  • Possibility to connect Bluetooth headphones to the TV
    Yes
    Yes
  • Possibility to simultaneously use Bluetooth headphones and the TV speaker
    Yes
    No
  • Audio only mode
    Yes
    Yes
  • RF remote control (no need to aim at the screen)
    RF
    RF
  • Backlit remote control
    Yes
    No
  • Teletext
    Yes
    Yes

Sony Bravia 7 runs on the Google TV system, which offers an intuitive and fast interface, providing easy access to a plethora of applications. Google Assistant supports Polish language, making the use of the television even more convenient and personalised. The interface is clear, and access to features and applications is quick and seamless. It's worth mentioning the remote, which is rechargeable via USB-C port. Additionally, the remote is backlit, making it significantly easier to use at night.

Sony Bravia 7 offers a wide range of capabilities that will satisfy most users. The ability to record programs and easily connect devices via Bluetooth are major pluses. Unfortunately, it lacks the Picture-in-Picture (PiP) feature, which could be useful for watching two video sources simultaneously.

XR70 stands out with its practical and elegant design. The television is equipped with a 4-position stand, allowing it to be adapted to various spaces and settings – this is particularly useful when flexibility in interior arrangement is desired. Additionally, the slim aluminium frame gives the device a modern and stylish appearance. Although it is not as slim as some competing Korean models, it still looks very attractive and sturdy.

Model KD-43X75WL runs on the Google TV system, which is an extension of Android TV and offers a wide range of features that make using the television easier. Google TV allows access to personalised recommendations based on user preferences and viewed content, making it even easier to find interesting shows. The system also provides smooth access to popular applications such as Netflix, YouTube, or Amazon Prime Video, as well as full integration with the Google Play Store, enabling the download of additional applications and games. With the built-in Google Assistant, the television can be controlled using voice commands, which is convenient and practical.

The television also offers a range of practical user features. The ability to record programs onto an external USB drive allows for easy preservation of favourite content for later, which is particularly useful in the case of live broadcasts. The model KD-43X75WL also enables connection of various peripheral devices, such as keyboards, mice, or Bluetooth headphones, increasing its functionality. The remote included in the package operates via radio communication, meaning there is no need to aim at the screen to change channels or adjust the volume, which is a significant convenience for daily use.

In terms of appearance, the model Sony X75WL presents itself solidly, though it cannot be called the sleekest television on the market. The bezels around the screen are not the thinnest, but the overall look is aesthetically pleasing. It's worth noting the metal legs included with the package, which deserve praise for their sturdiness. These legs have adjustable options, allowing for modification of their spacing even for very narrow furniture.

Playing files from USB

8.6/10

8.7/10

Supported photo formats:

JPEG
Yes
Yes
HEIC
Yes
Yes
PNG
No
No
GIF
No
No
WebP
No
No
TIFF
No
No
BMP
No
No
SVG
No
No

Maximum photo resolution:

4 Mpix
Yes
Yes
6 Mpix
Yes
Yes
8 Mpix
Yes
Yes
10 Mpix
Yes
Yes
12 Mpix
Yes
Yes
16 Mpix
Yes
Yes
20 Mpix
Yes
Yes
24 Mpix
Yes
Yes
28 Mpix
Yes
Yes
32 Mpix
Yes
Yes

The built-in player handles most popular video and audio formats, allowing you to enjoy a wide range of content without any issues. Although there are minor shortcomings when displaying photos, thanks to the Google TV system, you can easily install other apps that effectively solve this problem and expand the multimedia capabilities of the television.

The built-in multimedia player in the Sony X75WL model performs quite well, opening most popular video, audio, and photo formats. However, if we encounter issues playing less popular files, we can easily solve this problem by installing another player available on Google Play Store, which allows for a more comprehensive utilisation of the television's capabilities.

Apps

10/10

10/10

OK
Disney_Plus
OK
Amazon_Prime_Video
OK
Viaplay
OK
Player_TVN
OK
Polsat_Box_Go
OK
Canal_Plus_Online
OK
TVP_VOD
OK
Apple_TV_Plus
OK
SkyShowtime
OK
Rakuten
OK
CDA_Premium_Browser
OK
Spotify
OK
Tidal
OK
Netflix
OK
YouTube
OK
MAX
OK
Kodi
OK
Disney_Plus
OK
Amazon_Prime_Video
OK
Viaplay
OK
Player_TVN
OK
Polsat_Box_Go
OK
Canal_Plus_Online
OK
TVP_VOD
OK
Apple_TV_Plus
OK
SkyShowtime
OK
Rakuten
OK
CDA_Premium_Browser
OK
Spotify
OK
Tidal
OK
Netflix
OK
YouTube
OK
MAX
OK
Kodi

Sound

7.8/10

6.9/10

  • Subjective sound quality:
    7.8/10
    6.9/10
  • Dolby Digital Plus 7.1:
    Yes
    Yes
  • Dolby True HD 7.1:
    No
    No
  • Dolby Atmos in Dolby Digital Plus (JOC):
    Yes
    Yes
  • Dolby Atmos in Dolby True HD:
    No
    No
  • DTS:X in DTS-HD MA:
    Yes
    Yes
  • DTS-HD Master Audio:
    Yes
    Yes

Although the Sony Bravia 7 TV is only equipped with a 2-channel speaker system (2.0), each channel has two speakers with a total power of 40 W. This results in really good quality sound, and the bass is noticeable, making watching movies and listening to music more enjoyable.

The sound in the model X75WL is very pleasant, and for this class and size of Sony television, it's quite impressive. You can hear a subtle bass, and the sound feels clear, which positively impacts the reception of multimedia content. The television handles both dialogues and sound effects well.