Sony BRAVIA 9 II Review
A reference-level RGB Mini-LED for bright-room picture quality and processing, with weaker gaming breadth and value.
At a Glance
Sony BRAVIA 9 II is a premium RGB Mini-LED focused on brightness, image processing and bright-room picture control. It is particularly compelling for films, sports and broadcast content, although two HDMI 2.1 inputs and flagship pricing reduce its gaming and value appeal.
Sony BRAVIA 9 II Specifications
65-inch 4K LCD television with RGB LED local dimming, a 120 Hz native panel, XR Processor, Dolby Vision and Google TV.
Display
| Screen Sizes | Reviewed size 65 in |
| Panel Technology | LCD with RGB LED backlight and local dimming |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 |
| Native Refresh Rate | 120 Hz native |
| HDR Formats | Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HLG |
| Processor | XR Processor |
Gaming
| HDMI 2.1 Ports | 2 HDMI inputs support 4K/120, VRR and eARC-class HDMI 2.1 features |
| VRR | VRR supported on HDMI 3/4 |
| Max Gaming Refresh | 4K/120 Hz |
| ALLM / Game Mode | ALLM supported |
Audio
| Speakers | 8 speaker units, 80 W total output |
| Audio Formats | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, DTS-HD Master Audio and DTS-HD High Resolution Audio |
| eARC | eARC/ARC supported |
Smart Platform
| Smart TV Platform | Google TV |
| Casting & Assistants | Chromecast built-in, Apple AirPlay and voice search |
Connectivity
| HDMI Inputs | 4 HDMI inputs |
| USB | 2 USB ports |
| Other Ports | Ethernet, digital optical/S-Center hybrid output, RF input and RS-232C |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 |
Dimensions & Weight
| Dimensions | 57 x 35.75 x 13.5 in with stand |
| Weight | 67.5 lb (30.6 kg) with stand; 58.6 lb (26.6 kg) without stand |
| VESA Mount | 300 x 300 mm |
Warranty & Support
| Warranty | 1-year hardware warranty |
| Support | US manuals, firmware updates, troubleshooting and repair support |
Measured Performance
| HDR Peak Brightness | 3,989 nits in a 10% HDR window |
From independent lab testing. Results vary by picture mode and screen size.
Summary
The reviewed model provides four HDMI inputs, with HDMI 3 and 4 carrying the 4K/120 and VRR feature set. Its built-in audio uses eight speaker units with 80 W of output.
Should You Buy the Sony BRAVIA 9 II?
The Sony BRAVIA 9 II ranks #4 of 10 in our Best 4K TVs ranking, with a CORE score of 90/100. It is strongest on motion processing & upscaling and smart TV usability, where it ranks 1st of 10 on both.
Buy it if
- You want a 4K TV for premium movie and sports viewing.
- You want a 4K TV for bright rooms.
- You prioritize processing and image fidelity.
Skip it if
- Gaming & connectivity is your top priority. The LG G6 OLED scores 98 there, against 78 for the Sony BRAVIA 9 II.
- You want to spend less. The LG C6 OLED 2026 (#5) is a lower-priced option.
How the Sony BRAVIA 9 II Scored
CORE scores every model in this category on the factors below, listed from most to least important for 4K TVs. The rank shows where the Sony BRAVIA 9 II places among the 10 models in our Best 4K TVs ranking.
Technical Assessment
Performance
The BRAVIA 9 II is one of the strongest non-OLED pictures available, with enormous HDR headroom and excellent anti-reflection behavior. Sony’s processing remains a major strength, but its two HDMI 2.1 inputs and 120Hz ceiling make the gaming proposition less complete than LG, Samsung and TCL flagships.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Outstanding RGB Mini-LED picture quality with very high HDR brightness
- Motion processing and upscaling are among the strongest in the field
- Anti-reflective treatment is excellent for bright rooms
Cons
- Gaming connectivity is limited to two HDMI 2.1 ports and 120Hz
- Value is weak at its flagship asking price
- Off-angle contrast still cannot fully match OLED
What Reviewers and Owners Say
- Testing finds very high RGB Mini-LED brightness, strong black-level control, excellent anti-reflection behavior and elite processing; gaming is limited by two HDMI 2.1 ports and 120Hz.
Owners rate the Sony BRAVIA 9 II 4.8 out of 5 on average, across 21 ratings at a major US retailer.
Sony BRAVIA 9 II Alternatives
LG G6 OLED
Choose it for stronger gaming & connectivity: it scores 98 there, against 78 for the Sony BRAVIA 9 II. It is also a lower-priced option.
Samsung S95H OLED
Choose it for stronger gaming & connectivity: it scores 98 there, against 78 for the Sony BRAVIA 9 II.
LG C6 OLED 2026
Choose it for stronger value & total cost of ownership: it scores 90 there, against 70 for the Sony BRAVIA 9 II. It is also a lower-priced option.
How We Evaluate
Last updated September 28, 2026.