Samsung UE65KS9000 65″ vs Sony KD65XD8599BU 65″ TV Comparison

Thanks for stopping by to read our review and product comparison of the Samsung UE65KS9000 and the Sony KD65XD8599BU which are available from at the best price from Currys at just £1999 and £1299.

Samsung UE65KS9000 65

Samsung UE65KS9000 65″
Sony KD65XD8599BU 65

Sony KD65XD8599BU 65″
Brand

Samsung

Sony

Key Features
  • 4k Ultra HD picture is up to 4 times the resolution of HD
  • HDR displays brighter colours and greater contrast
  • Access 4k content on Netflix & Amazon Prime
  • Tuner: Twin Freeview HD
  • Connectivity: HDMI x 4
  • 4k Ultra HD picture is up to 4 times the resolution of HD
  • HDR displays brighter colours and greater contrast
  • Access content on Netflix & Amazon Prime
  • Tuner: Twin Freeview HD & YouView
  • Connectivity: HDMI 2.0 x 4
  • Colour

    Silver

    Screen Type

    LED bottomlit

    LED edgelit

    Screen Size

    65″

    65″

    Resolution

    3840 x 2160

    3840 x 2160

    Motion Rate

    2400 PQI

    N/A

    Connections

    – HDMI x 4 – USB 2.0 x 3

    – HDMI 2.0 x 4 (ARC compatible x 1) – SCART x 1 – SVGA x 1 – Component input x 1 – Composite input x 1 – USB 2.0 x 2 – USB 3.0 x 1

    TV Tuner

    DVB-T2 Freeview HD Tuners x 2

    DVB-T2 Freeview HD Tuner x 2

    Programme Guide

    Yes

    7-day EPG and 7-day catch up with YouView

    Speakers

    4

    2

    Audio Power

    60 W

    20 W

    Sound Enhancement

    Dolby Digital Plus

    tbc

    Other Features

    Eco Sensor

    tbc

    Energy Rating

    A+

    A+

    On Mode Power Consumption

    118 W

    119 W

    Annual Power Consumption

    164 kWh

    165 kWh

    Box Content

    – Samsung UE65KS9000 Smart 4k Ultra HD HDR 65ѝ Curved LED TV – Remote controller – Samsung Smart remote control – User manual – E-manual – Power cable

    – Sony BRAVIA KD65XD8599BU Smart Ultra HD HDR 4k 65″ LED TV – Smart remote control – Table top stand – Operating instructions – Quick setup guide – AC power cable – IR blaster – AAA batteries x 2

    Dimensions

    – Unboxed: 835 x 1443 x 52 mm (H x W x D) – Unboxed on stand: 929 x 1443 x 405 mm (H x W x D) – Boxed: 195 x 1560 x 943 mm (H x W x D)

    – Unboxed: 842 x 1454 x 44 mm (H x W x D) – Unboxed with stand: 894 x 1454 x 279 mm (H x W x D) – Boxed: 959 x 1763 x 190 mm (H x W x D)

    Weight

    – Unboxed: 26.5 kg – Boxed: 38.6 kg

    – Unboxed: 20.3 kg – Unboxed with stand: 23.9 kg – Boxed: 35 kg

    Guarantee

    5 years

    5 years

    Brightness

    N/A

    N/A

    Review Score

    8.9 out of 10

    8.9 out of 10

    Price

    £1,999.00

    £1,299.00

    Buy

    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 UE65KS9000 and the Sony KD65XD8599BU 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 UE65KS9000 and the Sony KD65XD8599BU 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 UE65KS9000 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 KD65XD8599BU 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 UE65KS9000 and KD65XD8599BU

    The Samsung UE65KS9000 includes: – Samsung UE65KS9000 Smart 4k Ultra HD HDR 65ѝ Curved LED TV – Remote controller – Samsung Smart remote control – User manual – E-manual – Power cable.

    The Sony KD65XD8599BU includes: – Sony BRAVIA KD65XD8599BU Smart Ultra HD HDR 4k 65″ LED TV – Smart remote control – Table top stand – Operating instructions – Quick setup guide – AC power cable – IR blaster – AAA batteries x 2.

    UE65KS9000 and KD65XD8599BU Reviews

    Reading a customer review is one of the most influential factors for customers choosing an electrical item. When you click on the item above you will be directed to one of our trusted partners where you’ll be able to read tons of customer experiences, good or bad. We have also gathered the overall scores for each TV set based on verified owner reviews (verified by Revoo).

    Samsung UE65KS9000 Scored: 8.9 out of 10.

    Sony KD65XD8599BU Scored: 8.9 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 UE65KS9000 has an energy efficiency rating of A+ with an annual energy consumption of just 164 kWh, whereas the Sony KD65XD8599BU has a rating of A+ and an annual energy consumption of 165 kWh.

    Sony KD65XD8599BU 65″

    8.9 stars –
    based on 47 reviews
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