Looking for a name brand 4K TV with good performance, plenty of features – with a small – yet decent sized picture screen, and with the added bonus of being part of Sony’s premium XBR Series lineup of televisions, all at a cost that won’t break the bank? Then have a look at the XBR49X830C.
Sony’s XBR900C certainly makes a statement with its form factor showcasing its stunning appearance. But what about performance? Can this set provide a picture image that is equally stunning as its design? Or is it just another attractive looking display in the ever expanding 4K UHD landscape. Well, let’s have a look and find out.
Although 4K Ultra HD TVs are getting most of the spotlight in the television industry, 1080p Full HD models remain very popular among consumers, especially for those who aren’t ready or simply not interested in 4K technology.
The 850C Series of Sony’s 4K lineup represents class leading performance and features in the very popular 65″ screen size category of HDTVs. This series is also available in 55″ and 75″ models, and this review can be applied to those units as well.
HDTVs and More typically focuses on reviewing and writing articles about flat panel televisions as the primary means of enjoying a video/media presentation in your home. These displays are available in a variety of screen sizes, ranging anywhere from a very small 27-inches, and all the way up to a large, and I mean very large, 90-inches or more.
Last year Sony made a huge impression on the HDTV industry with their top premium models (950B and 900B). These two displays to this day have provided some of the best 4K images available. In fact, the XBR950B was rated HDTVs and More’ top HDTV pick for 2014.
Sony’s XBR65X800B is part of the company’s premium XBR lineup. This new model was released in December 2014/January 2015; however, it technically isn’t part of their upcoming 2015 model releases which will hit the streets this spring. Nor is it officially part of last year’s 2014 model line.
HDTV’s are one of the best selling consumer electronic products on the market. And with the recent introduction of 4K Ultra HD displays, this trend will continue for the foreseeable future.
The XBR850B is a 55″ 4K UHD TV that is part of Sony’s premium XBR HDTV line-up. This model ranks just below the XBR900B and XBR950B. The 900B and 950B are excellent performing 4K displays, and after reviewing these two models back in June (see here), I consider these two of the best HDTV’s currently on the market. So how well does the 850B stack up against it more expensive counterparts in the XBR Series? Continue reading to learn more.
Sony’s KDL-W850B is one of two models in the company’s W850B Series. This product line is part of Sony’s premium tier of 1080p televisions, and is actually their second best model falling just below the W950B Series.