Sony Bravia A8G / AG8 4K OLED TV (2019)

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Product Overview

Sony A8G is a flagship 4K OLED TV in Sony's 2019 lineup. It is powered by a 10-bit OLED panel and available in 55" and 65" size classes.
Some highlights of the Sony A8G include a high screen-to-body ratio up to 94.92%, ultra-fast 1.0 ms response time, and high brightness. Additionally, it supports HDR formats including Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma). It covers 99% of DCI-P3 color space, which is excellent news for those who appreciate color accuracy. It performs exceptionally in delivering contrast.
Sony markets the A8G as AG8 in some markets.

Ratings

What we found**

Neofiliac score 92% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Gorgeous OLED panel
  • High screen-to-body ratio
  • Supports Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
  • Rich color reproduction
  • Ultra-fast response time
  • Exceptional 5000:1 contrast ratio
  • 10-bit display panel
Cons

    What external reviewers found***

    External score 84% (not directly comparable across industries)
    Pros
    • Great upscaling performance
    • Excellent picture quality
    • Excellent motion handling
    • Outstanding reflection handling
    Cons
    • Lacks hands-free Google Assistant
    • No remote control
    • No Netflix Calibrated Mode
    • Doesn't support FreeSync
    • High input lag
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    Specifications

    5565

    Connectivity

    Ports1x Ethernet RJ45, 4x HDMI 2.0 (eARC; CEC), 1x AV Composite In 3.5 mm jack, 1x 3.5 mm Audio Out, 1x Optical Audio Out, 1x Satellite In (Main; F-type female), 2x USB 2.0 (max 0.5 A), 1x RS232 (C), 1x USB 3.0 (max 0.9 A), 1x IR Out
    Wireless ConnectivityWiFi 5 + Bluetooth 4.1 + WiFi Direct + DLNA

    Construction

    CameraNo
    ColorsBlack
    Drivers | Subwoofer2 x 10
    Speakers2x 10W
    VESA Mount300 x 300 mm

    Dimensions

    Bezels94.34% screen-to-body ratio94.92% screen-to-body ratio
    Size | Depth2.01 in / 51 mm w/o stand, 11.42 in / 290 mm w/ stand2.01 in / 51 mm w/o stand, 11.42 in / 290 mm w/ stand
    Size | Height27.95 in / 710 mm w/o stand, 28.74 in / 730 mm w/ stand32.83 in / 834 mm w/o stand, 33.62 in / 854 mm w/ stand
    Size | Width48.39 in / 1229 mm57.09 in / 1450 mm
    Weight17.6 kg / 39 lbs w/o stand , 19.8 kg / 44 lbs w/ stand20.3 kg / 45 lbs w/o stand , 22.5 kg / 50 lbs w/ stand

    Display

    Aspect Ratio16:9
    Brightness350 nits700 nits (peak)
    Contrast Ratio5000:1 (static)
    Display Color Depth10 bits, 1073741824 colors
    Display Diagonal55" (54.65 in / 1388 mm)65" (64.53 in / 1639 mm)
    Display TypeOLED, LG Display
    Gamut99% DCI-P3, 75% Rec.202099% DCI-P3, 100% sRGB, 70% Rec.2020
    Input Lag20 ms45 ms
    Pixel Density81 ppi68 ppi
    Pixel Pitch0.315 mm0.372 mm
    Refresh Rate120 Hz
    Resolution4K (3840x2160)
    Response Time1 ms (min)
    Viewing Angle178° H / 178° V

    Function

    ChipsetMediaTek MT5891
    HDRDolby Vision, HDR10, HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)
    LicensesENERGY STAR, UL/cUL
    Operating Humidity10 % ~ 80 %
    Operating SystemAndroid 8.0 Oreo, Android 9.0 Pie
    Operating Temperature0 °C ~ 40 °C , 32 °F ~ 104 °F
    ProcessorARM Cortex-A53, 4 cores, 1100 MHz
    TunerAnalog (NTSC/PAL/SECAM), ATSC, Clear QAM
    VideoClearAudio+, Super Bit mapping 4K HDR, S-Force Front Surround sound, Triluminos Display, Clear Phase Speaker, Live Color Technology, Dynamic Contrast Enhancer, HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) 2.3, PVR, Object-based HDR remaster, Voice ...

    Performance

    Energy EfficiencyB
    Memory | Capacity4 GB
    Power Consumption176 W (average) / 355 W (max) / 10 W (eco) / 0.5 W (sleep)230 W (average) / 466 W (max) / 0.5 W (sleep)

    Production

    AccessoryIR extender cable
    Debut2019
    Model NameXBR-55A8GXBR-65A8G

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    External Reviews

    pcmag[1]

    Reviewer score 89%
    Reviewers from pcmag have found the following***:
    The Sony A8G looks very good and offers plenty of features thanks to Android TV. At $2,500 for 65 inches, it's one of the most economical OLED models you can get. Its brightness and color performance lag a bit behind LG's OLED C9P series, however.
    Find the original article here.
    Pros
    • Low input lag
    • Excellent picture quality
    • Android TV
    Cons
    • Lacks hands-free Google Assistant

    pcmag[2]

    Reviewer score 89%
    Reviewers from pcmag have found the following***:
    The Sony A8G looks very good and offers plenty of features thanks to Android TV. At $2,500 for 65 inches, it's one of the most economical OLED models you can get. Its brightness and color performance lag a bit behind LG's OLED C9P series, however.
    Find the original article here.
    Pros
    • Low input lag
    • Excellent picture quality
    • Android TV
    Cons
    • Lacks hands-free Google Assistant

    rtings[3]

    Reviewer score 78%
    Reviewers from rtings have found the following***:
    The Sony A8G OLED is an excellent TV for almost any usage. It has great viewing angles and outstanding reflection handling, so it looks great in almost any room. Like all OLEDs, though, it truly shines in a dark room, thanks to perfect, uniform blacks. Fast-moving objects in games and movies look great, due to the nearly-instantaneous response time.
    Find the original article here.
    Pros
    • Outstanding reflection handling
    • Excellent black uniformity
    • Great upscaling performance
    Cons
    • High input lag
    • Doesn't support FreeSync

    techradar[4]

    Reviewer score 83%
    Reviewers from techradar have found the following***:
    The A8G/AG8 uses Sony's Acoustic Surface Audio technology instead of traditional down-firing speakers to add sound to its excellent picture performance. Sony remains the king of upscaling - taking old DVD HD/SDR footage and making it look modern - and always impresses with its natural visuals and frame-perfect motion handling. LG's B9 and C9 OLED TVs use the same exact panels with a slightly different processor, exterior and speaker design and WebOS instead of Android TV.
    Find the original article here.
    Pros
    • Excellent picture quality
    • Excellent upscaling
    • Excellent motion handling
    Cons
    • No Netflix Calibrated Mode
    • No remote control

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    References

    1. ^ Sony 55-Inch A8G (XBR-55A8G) Review. [pcmag]. https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/sony-55-inch-a8g-xbr-55a8g. 2019-08-14. Retrieved 2022-01-15.
    2. ^ Sony 65-Inch A8G (XBR-65A8G) Review. [pcmag]. https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/sony-65-inch-a8g-xbr-65a8g. 2019-08-21. Retrieved 2022-01-15.
    3. ^ Sony A8G OLED TV Review. [rtings]. https://www.rtings.com/tv/reviews/sony/a8g-oled. 2019-06-21. Retrieved 2022-01-15.
    4. ^ Sony A8G/AG8 OLED TV review. [techradar]. https://www.techradar.com/reviews/sony-a8gag8-oled-tv. 2020-03-04. Retrieved 2022-01-15.

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