Sony BRAVIA 9 65XR90

Q: Is the Sony BRAVIA 9 suitable for gaming?

Yes, the 65-inch Sony BRAVIA 9 is an excellent TV for gaming. It offers very low response time for sharp, smooth images and supports Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and High Frame Rate (HFR) via its HDMI 2.1 ports. It also provides low latency for optimal responsiveness. Enjoy your PS5 or Xbox Series X games in 4K 120 fps with stunning image quality. {{IMAGE-106798}}

This product is no longer available for sale!

Specifications and features

Overview

The Sony BRAVIA 9 (65XR90) features a 65-inch Mini LED display using XR Backlight Master Drive technology for precise control of thousands of Mini LEDs. This boosts brightness, reaching roughly 50% more than the previous model, the X95L. The number of dimming zones is also increased by 325%, delivering better contrast with deeper blacks and brighter highlights while reducing haloing.

Modern living room with beige sofa, marble coffee table, flat-screen TV displaying abstract art, window with forest view

Rich, accurate colors thanks to the XR processor and XR Triluminos Pro technology

The 2nd-generation intelligent XR processor analyzes each frame with precision to optimize colors, contrast, and clarity. Combined with XR Triluminos Pro technology, it displays billions of colors with high fidelity, revealing subtle nuances in every scene exactly as the creator intended. Enjoy lifelike, detailed images with vibrant colors.

Comparison of images of a man on a motorcycle, blue and orange background, contrast and vibrant colors on the right

Wide viewing angle and reduced reflections for optimal visual comfort

Thanks to X-Wide Angle technology, the Sony BRAVIA 9 preserves color fidelity and brightness regardless of viewing angle. You can enjoy a great picture from any seat—ideal for group viewing. In addition, X-Anti Reflection effectively reduces screen glare, providing optimal visibility even in brightly lit rooms.

Two wall-mounted screens with futuristic images, one wide-angle, one anti-glare, brick and wood background, person in a suit

A cinematic, immersive audio experience with Acoustic Multi-Audio+ technology

The 65-inch Sony BRAVIA 9 features an innovative Acoustic Multi-Audio+ system with up-firing and side-firing speakers. Beam tweeters projecting sound toward the ceiling create an airy audio effect that makes it seem like the sound is coming from above. Combined with side tweeters that resonate the frame, they generate enveloping surround sound, just like in a movie theater. With a 2.2.2 configuration and a total output of 70W (10W x 6 + 5W x 2), enjoy an immersive audio experience perfectly synchronized with the picture, compatible with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X.

Wall-mounted flat screen, fighter jet, blue sound effects, sofa, potted plant, curtains, shouting character, soundbar

Advanced features to elevate all your content

The Sony BRAVIA 9 includes numerous technologies to optimize picture quality:

XR Clear Image: intelligently upscales your content to near-4K quality while reducing noise
XR Motion Clarity: analyzes motion across multiple frames for synchronized backlighting and sharp, bright images
XR 4K Upscaling: enhances your HD and Full HD content to near-4K quality
Netflix Calibrated Mode and IMAX Enhanced: faithfully reproduce the creators’ intent

Compatible with Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG, this TV reveals the full beauty of HDR content. It also supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X for strikingly spatial audio.

Man sitting, light shirt, glasses, bright screen, mixing console, smartphone, dark environment, side view

A Smart TV with Google TV for easy access to your favorite content

Powered by Google TV, the Sony BRAVIA 9 makes it easy to find your favorite movies, series, and apps. Access a wide selection from major streaming platforms like Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video, and YouTube. You can even control your TV with your voice via built-in Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa.

Google TV interface with app icons YouTube, Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Apple TV, Max, YouTube Music

Elegant design that enhances your living space

With its slim bezel and centrally mounted metal stand in dark silver finish, the 65-inch Sony BRAVIA 9 sports a clean, elegant look that fits perfectly in your living room. Its 164 cm (65-inch) screen diagonal offers an excellent balance of immersion and footprint. The TV measures 144.3 x 83.5 x 26.3 cm without the feet (weight: 32.4 kg) and 144.3 x 84.6 x 34.9 cm with the feet (weight: 34.8 kg). You can choose between four stand positions depending on your preferences and TV furniture. Cables can be neatly hidden behind the stand for a tidy, clutter-free setup.

Flat-screen television, mountainous landscape, adjustable positions, low stand, soundbar, labels "standard" and "new"

What the press says

The Sony Bravia 9 is a mini-LED TV that manages to outshine its high-end competitors in terms of overall brightness. Its excellent local dimming performance offers strong competition for OLED TVs, and its anti-reflective screen makes it an excellent option for sports. Sony’s move from OLED to mini-LED for its flagship TV is perfectly embodied by the Bravia 9, which is priced lower than other flagship OLED and mini-LED TVs.

Automatically translated — Show original (French)

Le Sony Bravia 9 est un téléviseur mini-LED qui parvient à surpasser ses concurrents haut de gamme en termes de luminosité globale. Son excellente gestion du local dimming constitue une solide concurrence pour les téléviseurs OLED, et son écran antireflet en fait une excellente option pour le sport. Le passage de Sony de l'OLED au mini-LED pour son téléviseur phare est parfaitement incarné par le Bravia 9, dont le prix est inférieur à celui des autres téléviseurs phares OLED et mini-LED.

Documentation

European product sheet
French Technical data sheet
French Durability index
French

Technical specifications

Screen and picture

Screen size: 65” (164 cm)
Resolution: 4K (3840 x 2160)
Screen technology: QLED
Backlight type: XR Mini LED
Picture processor: Cognitive Processor XR
High Dynamic Range (HDR): HDR-10, HLG, Dolby Vision
Contrast enhancement: XR Contrast Booster 20
Native panel (motion smoothness): 100 / 120 Hz
Motion enhancement: XR Smoothing / XR Motion Clarity
Color and calibration: XR Triluminos Pro
Picture modes: 13

Audio and sound

Output power: 10 W x 6 + 5 W x 2
Speaker position: bottom and rear of the TV
Speaker type: Acoustic Multi-Audio
Audio technologies
- Acoustic Centre Sync (S-Center Speaker In)
- 360 Spatial Sound Ready (via Bluetooth)
- Vertical Surround Engine
- S-Master Digital Amplifier
DTS audio formats: DTS Digital Surround, DTS Express, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS:X
Simulated surround sound: S-Force Front Surround
Dolby audio formats: Dolby Audio / Dolby Atmos
Voice Zoom V3: voice attenuation / amplification

Smart TV and connectivity

Main compatibilities: Google TV, OK Google, Works with Amazon Alexa, Works with Apple HomeKit, Google Play
Built-in microphone: TV
Screen sharing: Works with Apple AirPlay, Chromecast built-in
Perfect for PlayStation 5 - HDR and Auto Picture Mode
HDMI 2.1 / 4K 120 / eARC / VRR / ALLM
Wi-Fi (a/b/g/n/ac/ax) - Wi-Fi 6
Bluetooth (v5.3)
USB recording and time shift
Parental control
Internal memory (expandable via USB): 32 GB
Hearing-impaired and visually-impaired modes

Reception and tuners

Tuner: DVB-C, DVB-T/T2, DVB-S/S2
Number of DTT tuners: 2 digital / 1 analog
Number of satellite tuners: 2
CI+ slot / FRANSAT compatible

Connectivity

2 x USB
1 x optical digital audio out
4 x HDMI (2 x HDMI 2.1 / 2 x HDMI 2.0)
1 x LAN (RJ45 port)
2 x satellite antenna
1 x DTT antenna

Design and dimensions

Stand positions: 4 positions, centered or standard with or without soundbar
Stand and frame colors: dark silver / dark silver
Bezel design: flush bezels
Stand design: flat under the TV
TV without stand (W x H x D) / weight: 1443 x 835 x 48 (32.6) mm / 32.4 kg
TV with stand (W x H x D) / weight: 1443 x 846 x 349 mm / 34.8 kg
Packaging (W x H x D) / weight: 1574 x 1003 x 200 mm / 49 kg

Eco features

Light sensor
Eco rating: E
Power consumption on (standard mode) / standby: 366 W / 0.5 W
Annual SDR consumption: 80 kWh / 1000 h
Auto standby / clock
Eco control center
SORPLAS
AC power 220 V

Accessories and general information

Remote control RMF-TX920U (backlit)
Bravia Cam compatibility: CMU-BCM1
Wall mount (VESA) - 30 x 30 cm
Auto calibration with CalMAN
Netflix Calibrated Mode
IMAX certified
SONY PICTURES CORE (10 credits / 24 months)
Prime Video Calibrated Mode

Frequently asked questions

What are the differences between the Sony BRAVIA 9 and the Sony BRAVIA 7?

The Sony BRAVIA 9 stands out from the BRAVIA 7 with its Mini LED backlighting that delivers roughly 50% higher brightness and improved contrast thanks to 325% more dimming zones. It also features XR Contrast Booster 30 for even deeper blacks, compared to XR Contrast Booster 20 on the BRAVIA 7. Finally, the BRAVIA 9 has a more advanced audio system with up-firing beam tweeters.

Is the Sony BRAVIA 9 suitable for gaming?

Is the Sony BRAVIA 9 compatible with AirPlay and HomeKit?

Yes, the Sony BRAVIA 9 supports Apple AirPlay and HomeKit. You can easily stream content from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac directly to your TV. With HomeKit, you can control your TV from the Home app or via Siri.

How many HDMI inputs are available on the Sony BRAVIA 9?

The 65-inch Sony BRAVIA 9 is equipped with 4 HDMI ports, including 2 HDMI 2.1 ports to take full advantage of next-gen console features like 4K 120 fps, VRR, and ALLM. The other HDMI 2.0 ports let you connect your media devices such as a Blu-ray player, TV set-top box, or soundbar.

Is the Sony BRAVIA 9 energy efficient?

Despite its very high brightness, the 65-inch Sony BRAVIA 9 is quite energy efficient thanks to its latest-generation Mini LED backlight. It consumes about 20% less energy than the previous X95L model. You can monitor your electricity consumption directly from the Eco dashboard built into the Google TV interface and access settings and tips to reduce your usage even further.