Samsung UE55KS9000 55″ vs Sony KD55XD8577SU 55″ TV Comparison
Thanks for stopping by to read our review and product comparison of the Samsung UE55KS9000 and the Sony KD55XD8577SU which are available from at the best price from Currys at just £1599 and £899.
Samsung UE55KS9000 55″
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Sony KD55XD8577SU 55″
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Brand
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Samsung |
Sony |
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Key Features
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Colour
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Silver |
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Screen Type
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LED bottomlit |
LED edgelit |
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Screen Size
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55″ |
55″ |
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Resolution
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3840 x 2160 |
3840 x 2160 |
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Motion Rate
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2400 PQI |
N/A |
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Connections
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– HDMI x 4 – USB 2.0 x 3 |
– HDMI 2.0 x 4 (ARC compatible x 1) – SCART x 1 – SVGA (via HDMI) x 1 – Component input x 1 – Composite input x 1 – USB 3.0 x 1 – USB 2.0 x 2 |
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TV Tuner
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DVB-T2 Freeview HD Tuners x 2 |
DVB-T2 Freeview HD Tuner x 2 |
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Programme Guide
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Yes |
7-day EPG and 7-day catch up with YouView |
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Speakers
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4 |
2 |
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Audio Power
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60 W |
20 W |
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Sound Enhancement
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Dolby Digital Plus |
Clear Audio + |
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Other Features
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Eco Sensor |
tbc |
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Energy Rating
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A+ |
A |
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On Mode Power Consumption
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85 W |
103 W |
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Annual Power Consumption
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118 kWh |
143 kWh |
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Box Content
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– Samsung UE55KS9000 Smart 4k Ultra HD HDR 55ѝ Curved LED TV – Remote controller – Samsung Smart remote control – User manual – E-manual – Power cable |
– Sony BRAVIA KD55XD8577SU Smart 4k Ultra HD HDR 55″ LED TV – Smart remote control – User manual – AC power cable – AAA batteries x 2 – IR blaster – Table top stand |
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Dimensions
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– Unboxed: 713 x 1226 x 52 mm (H x W x D) – Unboxed on stand: 800 x 1226 x 376 mm (H x W x D) – Boxed: 172 x 1328 x 812 mm (H x W x D) |
– Unboxed: 717 x 1231 x 44 mm (H x W x D) – Unboxed with stand: 770 x 1231 x 263 mm (H x W x D) – Boxed: 825 x 1552 x 182 mm (H x W x D) |
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Weight
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– Unboxed: 18 kg – Boxed: 20 kg |
– Unboxed: 15.1 kg – Unboxed with stand: 18.6 kg – Boxed: 27 kg |
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Guarantee
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5 years |
5 years |
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Brightness
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N/A |
N/A |
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Review Score
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9.5 out of 10 |
8.5 out of 10 |
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Price
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£1,599.00 |
£899.00 |
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Buy
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Getting the best TV for your budget
Clearly you want to get the most for your money. That’s the very reason for this comparison. Chances are you’ve nailed down your decision between the Samsung UE55KS9000 and the Sony KD55XD8577SU and now just need to know which one to go for. The feature list above provides a side-by-side comparison of the two televisions to help you make that final decision. Features will of course be an important part of that decision, such as the screen resolution, whether it offers 4K and features such as smart TV functionality. We only provide comparisons on TV’s that we recommend, and also from suppliers that we trust.
What do the Samsung UE55KS9000 and the Sony KD55XD8577SU offer
It’s pretty obvious at this point that both televisions are great value for money. The feature list above really helps to clarify that. But there are of course some features that one set has, and the other won’t. The Samsung UE55KS9000 offers a screen resolution of 3840 x 2160 with a screen that offers LED bottomlit. The sound system integrated into the set has 4 speakers with a 60 W power output. It also benefits from DVB-T2 Freeview HD Tuners x 2 and a range of connectors. The Sony KD55XD8577SU offers 3840 x 2160 resolution on LED edgelit. As part of the kit you get DVB-T2 Freeview HD Tuner x 2, 2 speakers with an audio output of 20 W.
Total Dimensions and unit Weight
Before you go ahead and click the buy button just make sure that you properly measure the area, surface or wall that your TV will be mounted or stood. It’s all very well going for a huge screen but it needs to be practical too, so ensure you have sufficient space first.
Box content for UE55KS9000 and KD55XD8577SU
The Samsung UE55KS9000 includes: – Samsung UE55KS9000 Smart 4k Ultra HD HDR 55ѝ Curved LED TV – Remote controller – Samsung Smart remote control – User manual – E-manual – Power cable.
The Sony KD55XD8577SU includes: – Sony BRAVIA KD55XD8577SU Smart 4k Ultra HD HDR 55″ LED TV – Smart remote control – User manual – AC power cable – AAA batteries x 2 – IR blaster – Table top stand.
UE55KS9000 and KD55XD8577SU Reviews
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Samsung UE55KS9000 Scored: 9.5 out of 10.
Sony KD55XD8577SU Scored: 8.5 out of 10.
Energy efficiency rating
Thanks to the introduction of LED technology in televisions over recent years, many of our TV sets now offer an A+ energy rating. The energy rating is important for those that are conscious of their environmental impact, and those that need to consider ongoing running costs. The Samsung UE55KS9000 has an energy efficiency rating of A+ with an annual energy consumption of just 118 kWh, whereas the Sony KD55XD8577SU has a rating of A and an annual energy consumption of 143 kWh.
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