Sony KD65SD8505BU 65″ vs Sony KDL65W857C 65″ TV Comparison
Thanks for stopping by to read our review and product comparison of the Sony KD65SD8505BU and the Sony KDL65W857C which are available from at the best price from Currys at just £1699 and £999.
Sony KD65SD8505BU 65″
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Sony KDL65W857C 65″
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Brand
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Sony |
Sony |
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Key Features
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Colour
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Black |
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Screen Type
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LED edgelit |
LED directlit |
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Screen Size
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65″ |
65″ |
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Resolution
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3840 x 2160 |
1920 x 1080 |
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Motion Rate
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N/A |
900 Hz |
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Connections
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– 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 |
– 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 3 |
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TV Tuner
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DVB-T2 Freeview HD Tuner x 2 |
DVB-T2 Freeview HD Tuner x 2 |
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Programme Guide
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7-day EPG and 7-day catch up with YouView |
Yes with YouView |
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Speakers
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2 |
2 |
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Audio Power
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20 W |
20 W |
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Sound Enhancement
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tbc |
tbc |
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Other Features
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tbc |
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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123 W |
123 W |
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Annual Power Consumption
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171 kW |
171 kWh |
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Box Content
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– Sony BRAVIA KD65SD8505BU Smart 4k Ultra HD HDR 65″ Curved LED TV – Voice remote control – AAA batteries x 2 – AC power cord – IR blaster – Operating instructions – Quick setup guide – Table top stand |
– Sony BRAVIA KDL65W857C Smart 3D 65″ LED TV – Standard remote control – Operating instructions – AC power cable – Batteries – Quick set-up guide – Screws |
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Dimensions
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– Unboxed: 841 x 1456 x 93 mm (H x W x D) – Unboxed with stand: 895 x 1456 x 287 mm (H x W x D) – Boxed: 988 x 1779 x 211 mm (H x W x D) |
– Unboxed: 843 x 1455 x 78 mm (H x W x D) – Unboxed with stand: 891 x 1455 x 265 mm (H x W x D) – Boxed: 943 x 1553 x 224 mm (H x W x D) |
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Weight
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– Unboxed: 29.4 kg – Unboxed with stand: 32.9 kg – Boxed: 43 kg |
– Unboxed: 23.4 kg – Unboxed with stand: 24.5 – Boxed: 35 kg |
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Guarantee
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5 years |
1 year |
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Brightness
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N/A |
N/A |
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Review Score
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9.4 out of 10 |
8.8 out of 10 |
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Price
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£1,699.00 |
£999.00 |
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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 Sony KD65SD8505BU and the Sony KDL65W857C 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 Sony KD65SD8505BU and the Sony KDL65W857C 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 Sony KD65SD8505BU offers a screen resolution of 3840 x 2160 with a screen that offers LED edgelit. The sound system integrated into the set has 2 speakers with a 20 W power output. It also benefits from DVB-T2 Freeview HD Tuner x 2 and a range of connectors. The Sony KDL65W857C offers 1920 x 1080 resolution on LED directlit. 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 KD65SD8505BU and KDL65W857C
The Sony KD65SD8505BU includes: – Sony BRAVIA KD65SD8505BU Smart 4k Ultra HD HDR 65″ Curved LED TV – Voice remote control – AAA batteries x 2 – AC power cord – IR blaster – Operating instructions – Quick setup guide – Table top stand.
The Sony KDL65W857C includes: – Sony BRAVIA KDL65W857C Smart 3D 65″ LED TV – Standard remote control – Operating instructions – AC power cable – Batteries – Quick set-up guide – Screws.
KD65SD8505BU and KDL65W857C Reviews
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Sony KD65SD8505BU Scored: 9.4 out of 10.
Sony KDL65W857C Scored: 8.8 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 Sony KD65SD8505BU has an energy efficiency rating of A+ with an annual energy consumption of just 171 kW, whereas the Sony KDL65W857C has a rating of A+ and an annual energy consumption of 171 kWh.
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