KDL-50W800Cby Sony

TECHWALLA
VERDICT
A solid product. Despite some flaws, it's still a good value.
80 %
TECHWALLA SCORE
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PROS

  • The KDL-50W800C features Google's Android TV, which comes with fast, accurate voice searching and Google Cast.
  • PlayStation 3 games can be streamed directly to the TV, though you need a PlayStation 3 or PlayStation 4 controller to play them.
  • This is one of the better-looking TVs in its class, thanks to a small bezel and minimalist chrome stand.

CONS

  • Colors look different off-axis, which means you'll need to be directly in front of the KDL-50W800C to see a perfect picture.
  • Android TV is full of Google Play options, so you need to sign in to your Google Play account to access apps, games, and content.
  • The KDL-50W800C screen isn't bright, so it's better in a room that's not full of windows.
The Sony KDL-50W800C 1080p LED HDTV is a good choice for people who want a Sony TV but don't want to pay a premium for 4K resolution. This TV is attractive for its class, with a thin bezel and a minimalist metal stand, and it features great picture quality--provided you're sitting directly in front of it in a dark room. As for connected features, it comes with Google's Android TV built-in, as well as the option to connect to the PlayStation Network and play streaming PlayStation 3 games.
Name KDL-50W800C 55EC9300 UN55JS8500 UNHU8550 UN65JS9500
Manufacturer Sony LG Samsung Samsung Samsung
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87%

Although this excellent TV has tons of great technology built in, it is not able to eliminate the Soap Opera effect (elimination of too much…

Although this excellent TV has tons of great technology built in, it is not able to eliminate the Soap Opera effect (elimination of too much natural background blur) when de-juddering the picture image.

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80%

There are no 3D glasses with this monitor. A minor issue and I don't know why Sony does not specifically mention which model type of 3D glas…

There are no 3D glasses with this monitor. A minor issue and I don't know why Sony does not specifically mention which model type of 3D glasses to use in BOLD, CAPITAL LETTERS!!

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74%

It can't get bright, so do not buy this TV if you have a lot of windows in your room.

It can't get bright, so do not buy this TV if you have a lot of windows in your room.

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100% Said they'd buy it again.
Positive Reviews
Great
by Michelle Baek8/24/2015
TV has amazing resolution and the Netflix button on the remote is super convenient.

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