Sony Bravia 7 65-Inch Mini LED TV Review: Specifications 

• Model: K-65XR70
• Display: 65-inch Mini LED backlight, XR Triluminous Pro (Quantum Dots), Local Dimming   
• Panel Type: VA LCD
• Display Resolution: 3840 x 2160 – 4K UHD
• Panel Refresh Rate: 120Hz
• Supported HDR Formats: HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision
• Speakers: 40W, Acoustic Multi-audio, Sound positioning tweeter
• Audio formats: Dolby Atmos, Dolby Audio, DTS Digital Surround, DTS Express, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS:X
• Software: Google TV with Sony customizations (Android TV 12)
• Screen Mirroring: Chromecast built-in, Apple AirPlay 
• HDMI Ports: 4 HDMI ports (2 HDMI 2.1)
• Processor: XR Processor
• Storage: 32GB 
• Other connectivity options: 2x USB ports (500mA, 900mA), Dual-band Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, AV, RF, Ethernet, headphone
• Price: Rs. 1,69,990 (Buy Now)

Sony Bravia 7 Video Review

Sony Bravia 7 65-Inch Mini LED TV Review: Design and Build

The Sony Bravia 7 K-65XR70 has a very premium design and feels quite substantial. There are no distractions on the front – the bezels are extremely narrow on three sides and the thicker brushed metal bottom bezel has Sony branding towards the right corner. The back of the TV also has a clean look, with Sony’s signature checkerboard pattern. The TV doesn’t ship with a stand in the box. After purchase, you can request a table-top installation for Rs. 2500 or a wall-mount installation for Rs. 1000. The metallic tabletop stand that we opted for feels very premium and is also height-adjustable. The power chord has a tie for power cable management. 

Ports are side-facing and easily accessible. Out of 4 HDMI ports, you can access full HDMI 2.1 bandwidth on two ports due to the limitations of the MediaTek chipset. One of these two can be used for eARC output to external sound systems. While LG and Samsung offer four HDMI 2.1 ports in comparable models, two should meet the needs of most users. Personally, I’ve never found a need for more than two HDMI 2.1 ports.

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Sony’s eco remote is made of flame retardant and recycled Sorplas plastic. It’s an ergonomic remote that is comfortable to hold and operate and has all the necessary buttons.  

Sony Bravia 7 65-Inch Mini LED TV Review: Display Quality

Our review sample employs a good-quality VA LCD panel with a mini LED backlight. On a 10% Window, the Bravia 7 can get almost 2000 nits bright, even in the Professional mode with an accurate white point! This enables the TV to deliver impactful HDR.

Gamut’s coverage is also impressive. The panel can reproduce almost 100% of Rec. 709 colour space used for SDR content. As for HDR, the Bravia 7 supports 97% DCI-P3 coverage and 79% of BT2020 coverage in UV terms. 

One of the most impressive features is how Sony handles the mini LED backlight and the local dimming to enhance contrast while minimising dimming-related artefacts like halos and blooming. Even with subtitles enabled in dark scenes, the blooming was minimal.

The LED LCD panel is reflective, which helps create a sense of depth if you are watching in a relatively dark ambience (as is recommended for HDR).  

The colour volume measures the range of colours a TV can produce at different brightness levels. The colour volume we measured exceeded our expectations for an LED LCD panel. The TV can reproduce 100% of Rec. 709 and nearly 90% of the DCI-P3 color volume.

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We did notice a loss of luminance and shifting of colours off-axis. While this is common for affordable VA panels, wider viewing angles are expected in the premium segment. 

Sony Bravia 7 65-Inch Mini LED TV Review: SDR and HDR

We tested the colour accuracy of the display using Spectracal C6 HDR2000 Colourimeter, Videoforge Pro pattern generator, and Calman Ultimate software. All measurements are taken in the Professional mode which is meant for purists. 

The great thing is that the colour temperature in both the Professional mode and Cinema mode is close to standard D65. The Cinema mode is tuned for viewing in a causal viewing environment and the professional mode is most accurate and meant for dark environments.

The colour accuracy in both the SDR and HDR mode is excellent on Bravia 7. Since the TV supports auto-cal, enthusiasts can calibrate it further for a tighter response. 

In SDR, we recorded an average delta error of just 1.8 and a maximum delta error of 4.3 out of the box, which is indeed impressive. By default, the maximum brightness is limited to 105 nits in Professional mode for SDR, but you can increase it to approximately 600 nits. This is because SDR content is mastered at 100 nits and it won’t make any sense to go any brighter. 

Skin tones are accurate and the TV can render dark and mixed SDR scenes rather well. Critical memory colours like skin tones, colours of the sky and foliage are rendered accurately. 

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The TV supports Dolby Vision and HDR10. Dark scenes in HDR are rendered beautifully. The TV also handled high dynamic range scenes with both bright highlights and shadows like the above scene from Crimilar Records nicely. 

In HDR10 we recorded an average Delta Error of just 2.2, which is again excellent. Peak brightness can go close to 2000 nits in HDR on a 10% window and the full field brightness goes up to 800 nits. 

Sony Bravia 7 has a Prime Calibrated Mode that is enabled by default. The mode may appear dim at the start but is actually quite accurate. There is also a Netflix Calibrated Mode which isn’t enabled by default. Motion clarity felt really impressive while watching content and also while gaming. Sony also does a great job when it comes to upscaling legacy content.

Overall, if you are looking for reliable colour accuracy out of the box, the Bravia 7 Mini LED TV certainly won’t disappoint. 

Sony Bravia 7 65-Inch Mini LED TV Review: Performance and Software 

Sony Bravia 7 is a snappy TV as you’d expect at this price point. The content we played almost instantly switched to high-resolution settings and playback controls worked smoothly. We did not notice any unexpected jitters while switching between apps. The XR processor is backed by 32GB of storage, which gives some assurance that the performance shall remain snappy after a period of use even for demanding users. 

Casting and screen mirroring work seamlessly across Android and iOS devices since the TV supports Apple Airplay, Apple Homekit and Chromecast Built-in. The far-field microphones work well and the Bravia 7 could consistently respond to our voice prompts. You can enable the microphone from the Privacy option under settings.

The software is based on Google TV and is perhaps the best version of Google TV that we have experienced. Sony has invested considerable effort in offering a wide range of customization options on the Bravia 7, with default settings optimized to provide the best experience for everyday users who may prefer not to risk toggling the wrong options. So, both casual viewers and tech enthusiasts can enjoy a tailored experience, with the flexibility to tweak further if desired. 

There are several preloaded Sony apps, which are well-designed. The Sony Bravia Core app offers a vast selection of titless from Sony Pictures. For 24 months, you will receive 10 free credits to stream movies in 4K Blu-ray quality with IMAX Enhanced visuals. Additionally, you can register your Bravia TV to enjoy a three-month free subscription to Sony Liv.

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Sony Bravia 7 65-Inch Mini LED TV Review: Gaming and Audio 

We tested the gaming prowess of the Sony Bravia 7 with Sony PS5 and games like Ghost of Tsushima, Witcher 3 and Spiderman 2. The TV has a low latency game mode and supports HDMI 2.1 gaming features like ALLM and VRR (HDMI 3 and 4). The gameplay was perfectly smooth. In dark sequences HDR impact fell a tad short of what you’d get on an OLED TV, but it was still pretty awesome for an LED LCD TV. The TV can render bright HDR games beautifully.

Sony has always done well with audio quality on its premium TVs. The audio from the Bravia 7 is well-balanced, rich and vibrant. The soundstage is wide and dialogues were crystal clear on both low and high volumes. Sony’s Acoustic Audio Tuning feature offers the option to calibrate audio specifically for your room setup, tailoring the sound to your unique space. In our testing, however, the difference was subtle, though it may provide a more noticeable enhancement in certain settings.

Sony Bravia 7 65-Inch Mini LED TV Review: should you buy it?

The Sony Bravia 7 Mini LED TV strikes a compelling balance between performance and pricing for those looking for a 65-inch or larger TV in the premium segment. With its refined mini LED backlighting and Sony’s XR image processing, this TV offers high peak brightness for an impactful HDR experience along with excellent colour accuracy. You also get rich and clear audio, along with well-designed software. Solid build quality and a gaming experience that hits the mark, are other perks that make Bravia 7 very appealing.

The closest competitors to the Bravia 7 are LG QNED 90T and Samsung Neo QNED 85D, both of which we have had some experience with but haven’t tested thoroughly to give a final verdict.

Blaupunkt 65-inch QLED 4K Google TV review: Specifications

• Model number: 65QD7030
• Display Panel Size: 65-inch 
• Display Panel Type: LED LCD (IPS – level)
• Display Panel Resolution: 3840 x 2160 – 4K UHD
• Display Refresh Rate: 60Hz
• Supported HDR Formats: Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10
• Speakers: 60W 
• Audio formats: Supports Dolby Atmos, Dolby Audio
• Software: Google TV ( Android TV 11)
• HDMI Ports: 3x HDMI 
• Other connectivity options: 2 USB 2.0 ports, Dual Band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet, AV Input, Digital Audio, Antenna
• Built-in RAM and storage: 2GB + 16GB
• Price: Rs. 46,999

Blaupunkt 65-inch QLED 4K Google TV review: Design and Build 

This Blaupunkt TV features a fairly standard design and is similar to the other TVs manufactured by SPPL. The stand is made of metal and can effectively support the TV on a table. All frequently used ports are side-facing, making them easily accessible. The metal chassis on the rear is solid and durable, while the narrow bezels on the front are non-distracting. Overall, the design is quite appropriate for the price.

The remote control is again the standard TV remote that we get from SPPL brands like Blaupunkt, Thomson and Kodak. It can connect to the TV via IR or Bluetooth. The build quality of the remote feels a bit flimsy but it is quite comfortable to use. There are dedicated keys to summon Google Assitant, to change user profiles and to switch inputs. The white colour of the D-PAD and Home button further makes the remote easier to use in the dark. The best part is that you get a customizable ‘Daily Key’ as the fourth App hotkey that you can map to any app of your choice or set two button combinations targeting different apps and functions. 

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Blaupunkt 65-inch QLED 4K Google TV review: How good is the display panel quality?

Our review sample features a decent-quality IPS-level panel for the price. We recorded a native contrast ratio of 1234:1, and the panel is tuned for typical indoor viewing environments. Like most affordable LED LCD TVs, the black floor is elevated, and the panel closely follows the BT.1886 gamma curve. While you can find TVs with VA LCD panels offering better contrast in this budget, they come at the expense of viewing angles. The display on our review unit, however, has wide viewing angles, making it suitable for installation in a spacious area where multiple family members can watch from different angles.

The panel can reproduce almost 100% of Rec. 709 colour space used for SDR content. HDR capabilities are also better than what we usually see in this price segment. The display panel supports 95.7% DCI-P3 coverage and 75% of BT2020 coverage in UV terms. 

We recorded a peak brightness of roughly 450 nits in standard mode and around 350 nits in relatively colour-accurate movie mode, which is fairly standard in this budget. 

The Gamut rings give a better indication of the colour volume a TV panel can support. We recorded 100% sRGB, 80% Display P3 and roughly 56% of BT2020 colour volume on this TV, which again points the use of a good quality LCD panel for the price. Overall, the display panel quality is better than we usually see in this budget

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Blaupunkt 65-inch QLED 4K Google TV review: SDR and HDR Picture Quality

We tested the colour accuracy of the display using Spectracal C6 HDR2000 Colourimeter, Videoforge Pro pattern generator, and Calman Ultimate software. All measurements are taken in Movie mode which is the most colour-accurate preset on the TV for SDR and HDR10 content. 

Starting with SDR, we recorded an average delta error of 4, which is slightly above the perceptible threshold of 3. Skin tones appear natural, but the white point is cooler than the standard D65. While most general consumers are accustomed to cooler whites, this should not be an inconvenience; however, it does affect the overall score negatively. There is a 20-point white balance correction toggle under advanced picture settings, but it didn’t prove effective in fixing the white point. The TV can render dark and mixed SDR scenes quite nicely. 

The TV supports Dolby Vision and other popular HDR formats. Once again, the colour temperature in the Movie present is cooler than standard. We recorded an average Delta Error of 4 and a maximum error of 10.2. 

Colours in HDR content are great, but due to limited contrast and peak brightness, the overall HDR impact is mediocre. The TV also struggled to render scenes with both bright highlights and shadows effectively. The performance in bright Dolby Vision scenes is decent and the dark scenes are rendered brighter than expected due to raised black level. 

Blaupunkt 65-inch QLED 4K Google TV review: Performance and software

This Blaupunkt TV offers decent performance configuration for the price which includes quad-core processor, 2GB RAM and 16GB storage of which 11GB is free for users. It is not however a snappy TV and feels sluggish while multitasking – say when you are playing content and are trying to switch picture modes simultaneously. Or when you are trying to fast-forward a movie.    

Blaupunkt uses the familiar Google TV interface with minimal customisations. The software is based on Android 11 and standard Google TV perks like Google Assistant, Integration with the Google Home app, Chromecast Built-in, and others work well. There are several preloaded apps on the TV and some of them like the File Manager are useful. 

We didn’t face any issues casting from popular apps on Android phones and iPhones. Apple Airplay is not supported on the TV, so screen mirroring from Apple devices will not be as seamless. Voice commands via remote control worked well.  

Blaupunkt 65-inch QLED 4K Google TV review: Gaming and Audio

The TV lacks gamer-centric features like VRR and ALLM but delivers a decent casual gaming experience. In our testing with the PS5, gameplay was generally smooth. The HDR experience, however, was not very impactful.

The audio quality from the TV is decent, especially considering its price point. The balanced sound profile adequately works for a range of content including movies, TV shows and casual music listening. Dialogue clarity is average and sometimes it was hard to understand the content in scenes with complex soundscapes. While the audio is decent for the price, you will need to invest in an external sound system if you are particular about audio nuances. 

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Blaupunkt 65-inch QLED 4K Google TV review: Verdict 

The Blaupunkt QLED QD7030 TV features a large 65-inch display at a very reasonable price, though it does come with a few trade-offs. These flaws, however, seem excusable for the price. The display performs well for SDR content, offering good colour accuracy and wide viewing angles. HDR performance is somewhat underwhelming due to limited brightness and contrast, which is common among affordable TVs. The design is appealing, and the build quality feels quite reassuring.

You get 2GB of RAM and a sufficient 16GB of storage, but the performance can feel sluggish, especially when switching between apps. The TV is responsive in casual gaming, and the experience with consoles is decent, despite lacking gaming features like ALLM and VRR. Overall, this TV offers a balanced feature set that caters well to everyday users, but it may not meet the expectations of more demanding users. If a large 65-inch screen is your priority and you’re constrained by a budget of under Rs. 50K, it’s worth considering.

If you’d prefer a VA LCD panel, you can consider the Acer Super Series QLED TV in the same budget. Or, if you’d rather prefer a matte finish affordable QLED display, you may also consider the Coocaa 65-inch Y73 Pro QLED TV. 

One such contender is the Acer Super Series 55-inch QLED, which boasts a 4K display, Dolby Vision, 80W audio, and a high refresh rate—all at a competitive price. But how does it perform in real-world use? Can it deliver a premium experience at a fraction of the cost? Let’s find out in this review.

Acer Super Series 55-Inch QLED TV Review: Specifications 

• Model: AR55QDXGU2875AT
• Display: 55-inch, QLED  
• Panel Type: VA LCD
• Display Resolution: 3840 x 2160 – 4K UHD
• Panel Refresh Rate: 60 Hz (native), 120Hz with VRR (simulated)
• Supported HDR Formats: HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision
• Speakers: 80W HiFi Pro speaker 
• Audio formats: Dolby Atmos 
• Software: Google TV with Android TV 14
• Screen Mirroring: Chromecast built-in, FastCast 
• HDMI Ports: 3x HDMI 2.1 ( eARC, ALLM, DSC )
• Processor: Dual AI Processor – (2x Cortex-A75 + 2 x Cortex-A55), IMG BXE GPU
• RAM and Storage: 2GB + 16GB 
• Other connectivity options: USB 2.0,  USB 3.0, Dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.2, AV, RF, Ethernet, headphone
• Price: Rs. 36,999 (Buy Now)

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Acer Super Series 55-Inch QLED TV Review: Design and Remote

The TV has a premium design for the price. The bezels on the side are narrow and the grey strip on the bottom has Acer branding and doesn’t feel distracting. The good thing is that the feet are metallic which adds to the appeal and is not something that we usually see in this price segment The frequently needed ports are side-facing but are located at a distance from the edges, so they may be a tad difficult to access when the TV is wall-mounted.

The remote Acer bundles with this TV is quite ergonomic and the build quality is at par with what we usually see with affordable TVs. Apart from hotkeys for four popular apps, you get a dedicated button to toggle ‘User profile’ for different family members. The ‘Smart’ button gives access to some useful Acer add-ons including Music Mode, FastCast, Sleep Timer, Night Mode, and World Clock. Music Mode turns off the display while keeping the audio playing in the background. This is a great option for times when you wish to use your TV audio setup for music. Acer has also added a dedicated menu button for additional controls when you play content via USB drives. 

Acer Super Series 55-Inch QLED TV Review: Display Quality, SDR and HDR  

Our review sample employs a good-quality VA panel for the price. We recorded a native contrast of 4425:1 and for SDR, the panel is tuned for normal indoor viewing environments and closely follows the Gamma 2.2 curve. As with all VA panels, the high contrast comes at an expense. We noticed a shift in colours off-axis or when viewing TV from a wide angle but this is something normal consumers might not notice.

The panel can reproduce almost 100% of Rec. 709 colour space used for SDR content. HDR capabilities are also better than what we usually see in this price segment. The display panel supports 91.68% DCI-P3 coverage and 68.44% of BT2020 coverage in UV terms. We recorded a peak brightness of roughly 450 nits in standard mode and around 350 nits in relatively colour-accurate movie mode with a warm colour temperature. 

The colour volume is at par with what we get with most QLED panels. Overall, the display quality is impressive at this price point.

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Acer Super Series 55-Inch QLED TV Review: SDR and HDR Picture Quality

We tested the colour accuracy of the display using Spectracal C6 HDR2000 Colourimeter, Videoforge Pro pattern generator, and Calman Ultimate software. All measurements are taken in Movie mode which is the most colour-accurate preset on the TV for SDR and HDR10 content. 

Motion smoothing or MEMC is enabled by default and if you are a purist, we recommend that you disable it from the Advanced Picture mode settings to avoid the soap-opera effect. 

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Coming to SDR, we recorded an average delta error of 2.9, which is excellent and below the humanly perceptible value of 3. 

Skin tones are mostly accurate and the TV can render dark and mixed SDR scenes quite nicely. 

In bright SDR and HDR scenes, the whites appear a tad too warm as is also indicated by the average colour temperature of 5895 K which is warmer than standard D65 or 6500K. In standard mode, you can make some adjustments to the colours but we’d recommend that only if you know what you are doing. 

HDR performance turned out better than we expected for the price, especially with Dolby Vision. Dark scenes in Dolby Vision were handled surprisingly well. This is important because a good portion of Dolby Vision content that I run into these days is graded to highlight deep, prominent shadows. 

In HDR10 we recorded an average Delta Error of 3, which is better than what we usually see in this budget. Once again the movie mode is warmer than the standard D65 out of the box. Critical memory colours like the colour of the sky, skin tones and foliage are rendered accurately. 

There is also an AI mode that works for SDR and HDR10. We didn’t notice any immediate difference with the AI mode enabled in our viewing environment, but our test scores did point to subtle adjustments.  

Overall, this Acer Super Series TV punches above its weight when it comes to picture quality and we quite like the overall SDR and HDR performance, especially considering the price. 

Acer Super Series 55-Inch QLED TV Review: Performance and Software 

This TV has a ‘Dual AI Processor’, which is a quad-core processor backed by 2GB RAM and 16GB storage. The performance is not snappy but it is once again decent for the asking price. The Google TV software is based on the latest Android 14 TV software with some customisations on top. 

Acer has added a few useful apps like FastCast, File Manager and more which proved useful. FastCast presents a unified interface to cast or mirror screens from Windows PC, iPhones, Android phones and other devices. 

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You can cast from popular apps like YouTube to the TV directly from your Android or iOS phone using Chromecast Built-in. FastCast also presents a convenient way to screen mirror your Windows PC, Android or iOS devices to your TV. You will however need to download separate apps on your devices for this to work. Apple AirPlay but Fastcast serves as a workable alternative which is not as seamless as AirPlay. 

We like that you can zoom out of the picture and sound adjustment settings as an overlay and switch between different modes while observing their effects. The input key lets you access and switch between different inputs with ease. Content in a USB drive can be accessed from the Media Player. 

Acer Super Series 55-Inch QLED TV Review: Gaming and Audio 

The Acer Super Series QLED TV supports useful gaming features like HDMI 2.1 connectivity with ALLM and DSC. The gaming experience with the console and PC exceeded our expectations. The gameplay felt smooth and responsive.

The TV has an 80W Audio System with Dolby Atmos. For a capable Dolby Atmos experience, you will need an external speaker system as it is often hard for native TV speakers to deliver a convincing surround sound experience. Once you disable Dolby Atmos, the audio is quite loud and clear. The dialogue clarity is also decent. 

Acer Super Series 55-Inch QLED TV Review: Should you buy it?

This Acer Super Series QLED TV certainly exceeded our expectations and is an option we can recommend to consumers looking for premium features at a value price. This TV uses a good quality VA QLED panel and punches well above its weight in terms of picture quality with accurate colours and skin tones. We also quite like the Dolby Vision HDR experience on the TV. On the downside, the default Movie mode, which is often a convenient option for purists, feels a little too warm in SDR and HDR10. For gamers, the inclusion of HDMI 2.1 and features like ALLM and DSC are important additions. The TV doesn’t support Apple AirPlay but FastCast serves as an alternative.