Sony BRAVIA 9 II Review
Exceptional daylight punch with refined image control.
At a Glance
A flagship RGB Mini-LED built to overpower difficult ambient light.
Sony BRAVIA 9 II Specifications
The 65-inch Sony BRAVIA 9 II is a 4K True RGB LED Google TV with XR Processor with AI, Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos and DTS:X.
Display
| Screen Sizes | 65, 75, 85 and 115 in; reviewed size 65 in |
| Panel Technology | True RGB / RGB LED LCD |
| Resolution | 4K UHD |
| HDR Formats | HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision |
| Processor | XR Processor with AI |
Gaming
| HDMI 2.1 Ports | 2 HDMI inputs support VRR-class HDMI 2.1 gaming features (HDMI 3/4) |
| VRR | Yes, HDMI 3/4 |
| ALLM / Game Mode | Yes, HDMI 1/2/3/4 |
Audio
| Audio Formats | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X |
| eARC | Yes |
Smart Platform
| Smart TV Platform | Google TV with Gemini |
| Casting & Assistants | Google Cast; Apple AirPlay 2; Apple HomeKit |
Connectivity
| HDMI Inputs | 4 HDMI inputs |
Dimensions & Weight
| Dimensions | With stand: 57 x 35.75 x 13.5 in (1445 x 906 x 341 mm) |
| Weight | Without stand: 58.6 lb (26.6 kg); with stand: 67.5 lb (30.6 kg) |
| VESA Mount | 300 x 300 mm |
Measured Performance
| HDR Peak Brightness | 4,414 |
From independent lab testing. Results vary by picture mode and screen size.
Summary
The reviewed 65-inch configuration supports VRR on HDMI 3 and 4 and ALLM on all four HDMI inputs. Google Cast, AirPlay 2 and HomeKit are included for casting and smart-home integration.
Should You Buy the Sony BRAVIA 9 II?
The Sony BRAVIA 9 II ranks #4 of 10 in our Best TVs for Bright Rooms ranking, with a CORE score of 91/100. It is strongest on daytime brightness and daylight picture quality, where it ranks 1st of 10 on both.
Buy it if
- You want a TVs for bright room for very bright rooms with large windows.
- You want a TVs for bright room for sports and daytime broadcast viewing.
- You need flagship LCD brightness.
Skip it if
- Value and total cost is your top priority. The TCL QM9K scores 96 there, against 70 for the Sony BRAVIA 9 II.
- You want to spend less. The Samsung S90H (#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 TVs for bright rooms. The rank shows where the Sony BRAVIA 9 II places among the 10 models in our Best TVs for Bright Rooms ranking.
Technical Assessment
Performance
Measured HDR output reaches well into flagship territory and the matte treatment substantially reduces glare compared with glossy alternatives. Sony’s processing remains a strength for broadcast and lower-quality sources, although its viewing angle is not as forgiving as OLED for very wide seating arrangements.
Reliability and Ownership
The BRAVIA 9 II is a new 2026 flagship with limited multi-year field history.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Extremely high measured brightness
- Effective matte anti-glare treatment
- Excellent processing and local-dimming control
Cons
- Premium pricing is difficult to justify on value alone
- Viewing angle is narrower than the OLED leaders
- Long-term reliability evidence is still immature
What Reviewers and Owners Say
- Product-specific professional testing retained for bright-room performance, picture quality, motion, processing or value where applicable.
Sony BRAVIA 9 II Alternatives
TCL QM9K
Choose it for stronger value and total cost: it scores 96 there, against 70 for the Sony BRAVIA 9 II.
Samsung S95H
Choose it for stronger viewing flexibility: it scores 99 there, against 83 for the Sony BRAVIA 9 II.
LG G6
Choose it for stronger viewing flexibility: it scores 95 there, against 83 for the Sony BRAVIA 9 II. It is also a lower-priced option.
How We Evaluate
Last updated October 1, 2026.