Sony · Updated July 2026
Sony Bravia 8 II OLED 65": price, specs & release date
Sony Bravia 8 II OLED 65", released 2025. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: rtings.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Sony Bravia 8 II OLED 65" is listed at $2999 on rtings.com as of 2026-07-27, #10 cheapest of 13 TVs (median $2499); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 47/100 pay-blind standing, #11 of 13 in class.
Verified Jul 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
- Best for Excellent, natural QD-OLED color and deep blacks / contrast; Class-leading built-in sound for a TV.
- Skip if Brightness trails rival flagship OLEDs (LG G5, Samsung S95F) is a dealbreaker.
Price history
$2999Is the Sony Bravia 8 II OLED 65" a good buy?
At $2999, the Sony Bravia 8 II OLED 65" is the most expensive of the 13 TVs we track, where the median is $2499. On the spec sheet, its refresh of 120 Hz is below the median of the 13, its screen of 65 in is at the median of the 19, and its resolution of 3840x2160 is at the median of the 15. By release date, it is among the newer of the 19 we date.
Evidence of Record
Our data- Independent labsmeasured it
- 2
- Physical metricsrecorded
- 7
- Outlets on record2 tested · 1 mention-only
- 3
Two independent labs measured this product across 7 physical metrics — brightness, dimensional accuracy, rec. 709 gamut and 4 more. With a second lab on record, each figure comes from more than one independent hands-on source — a measure of how much evidence exists, not a rating of the product.
brightness · dimensional accuracy · rec. 709 gamut · uhda-p3 gamut coverage · rec. 2020 gamut · latency · bt.2020 gamut coverage
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Sony Bravia 8 II OLED 65"
Three whitelisted testers rate the Bravia 8 II an outstanding cinema and audio TV: rich, accurate QD-OLED color, deep blacks and class-leading built-in sound. Tom's Guide and TechRadar lab-tested the set (Tom's Guide the 65-inch); What Hi-Fi is a hands-on 55-inch review with no lab numbers published. All flag lower brightness than the LG G5/Samsung S95F and weak gaming (16.3 ms lag, only two HDMI 2.1 ports).
Based on 3 reviews · 2 lab-tested · 2025-06-27–2025-09-10
Tested by Tom's Guide, TechRadar, What Hi-Fi
Consistently praised
- Excellent, natural QD-OLED color and deep blacks / contrast · 3 sources
- Class-leading built-in sound for a TV · 2 sources
- Strong wide-gamut color volume (Rec. 2020 coverage) · 2 sources
Commonly flagged
- Brightness trails rival flagship OLEDs (LG G5, Samsung S95F) · 3 sources
- Weak gaming: high 16.3 ms input lag and only two HDMI 2.1 ports · 3 sources
- Pricey / tough value versus rivals · 3 sources
Where reviewers disagree Verdict polarity splits on how much the mediocre lab numbers matter. Tom's Guide, weighting its bench (SDR 270 nits, Delta-E 3.5), calls the set 'tough to recommend' over cheaper, more capable rivals, while TechRadar and What Hi-Fi judge the same TV 'one of the best OLED TVs' of 2025, prioritizing real-content picture and class-leading sound over peak-nits competitiveness.
The sources (3)
SDR brightness (10% window, 65-inch): 270 nits · HDR brightness (10% window, 65-inch): 1,633 nits · Delta-E color accuracy (65-inch, lower better): 3.5 · Rec. 709 gamut coverage (65-inch): 99.99% · UHDA-P3 gamut coverage (65-inch): 100% · Rec. 2020 gamut coverage (65-inch): 90.55% · Input latency (65-inch, Leo Bodnar 4K): 16.3 ms
it definitely has great contrasts, gorgeous color volume, and excellent off-axis viewing
As with most Sony TVs, its input latency is also laughably bad. This is not a TV that you'll want for gaming.
Its lower color accuracy, minimal luminance, and limited gaming features make it tough to recommend over more capable, but less expensive sets.
Peak HDR brightness (10%, Cinema mode): 1,439 nits · Peak HDR brightness (10%, Standard mode): 1,067 nits · Fullscreen brightness (Cinema mode): 183 nits · Fullscreen brightness (Standard mode): 250 nits · UHDA-P3 gamut coverage (Cinema mode): 99.9% · BT.2020 gamut coverage (Cinema mode): 87.5% · Color point accuracy Delta-E (Cinema mode): 2.6 · Grayscale accuracy Delta-E (Cinema mode): 5.4 · Input lag (Game Mode, Leo Bodnar 4K): 16.3 ms
The built-in sound is a clear notch above what you get on most other TVs, even some pricey ones
still fall short compared to other 2025 flagship OLED TVs we've tested, such as the LG G5 and Samsung S95F
I measured input lag in Game Mode on the Bravia 8 II at 16.3ms, a notably higher level than on other TVs we've recently tested
The Sony Bravia 8 II is a truly exceptional TV.
our previous experience with the G5 tells us that it will win for sheer brightness and spectacle, but that the Bravia 8 II should be more considered and consistent
Specifications
| Price (US) | $2999 — current on record (was $3498) |
|---|---|
| Brand | Sony |
| Released | 2025 |
| Screen (in) | 65 |
| Panel type | QD-OLED |
| Resolution | 3840x2160 |
| Refresh (Hz) | 120 |
| HDR formats | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG |
| HDMI 2 1 ports | — |
| Smart OS | Google TV |
Source: rtings.com (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by valueelectronics.com. VERIFIER-CORRECTED. The original entry FABRICATED a 'correction' from QD-OLED to WRGB OLED — this is wrong. The Sony Bravia 8 II (K65XR80M2, 2025) is genuinely QD-OLED: it uses Samsung Display's latest-generation QD-OLED panel and is Sony's QD-OLED flagship succeeding the A95L (confirmed by SamMobile, FlatpanelsHD, TechRadar, Tom's Guide, Best Buy, Amazon, Value Electronics). The original researcher confused it with the 2024 WRGB Bravia 8 — the whole point of the 'II' is the switch to QD-OLED. Panel reverted to QD-OLED. Price corrected to $3,498 MSRP (the $3,299 figure was a Best Buy strikethrough, not the true list). 120Hz, Dolby Vision (no HDR10+), Google TV confirmed. HDMI 2.1 count left null (2x HDMI 2.1 typical for Sony, not verified to exact count).
Is the Sony Bravia 8 II OLED 65" worth it vs cheaper TVs?
Sony Bravia 8 II OLED 65" against its closest cheaper and pricier TVs on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 13 ranked
| Product | Price | Screen (in) | Panel type | Resolution | Refresh (Hz) | HDR formats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony Bravia 8 II OLED 65" this | $2999 | 65 | QD-OLED | 3840x2160 | 120 | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG |
| Sony Bravia 9 65" | $2799 | 65 | Mini LED QLED | — | 120 | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG |
| LG G6 OLED 65" | $3299 | 65 | OLED evo (Primary RGB Tandem 2.0) | 3840x2160 | 165 | Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10, HLG |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Sony Bravia 8 II OLED 65"?
Three whitelisted testers rate the Bravia 8 II an outstanding cinema and audio TV: rich, accurate QD-OLED color, deep blacks and class-leading built-in sound. Tom's Guide and TechRadar lab-tested the set (Tom's Guide the 65-inch); What Hi-Fi is a hands-on 55-inch review with no lab numbers published. All flag lower brightness than the LG G5/Samsung S95F and weak gaming (16.3 ms lag, only two HDMI 2.1 ports). Praised: Excellent, natural QD-OLED color and deep blacks / contrast; Class-leading built-in sound for a TV; Strong wide-gamut color volume (Rec. 2020 coverage). Flagged: Brightness trails rival flagship OLEDs (LG G5, Samsung S95F); Weak gaming: high 16.3 ms input lag and only two HDMI 2.1 ports; Pricey / tough value versus rivals. (From 3 tester reviews, 2 lab-tested.)
How much does the Sony Bravia 8 II OLED 65" cost?
The Sony Bravia 8 II OLED 65" has a US price of $2999, as of 2026-07-27.
How does the Sony Bravia 8 II OLED 65" compare on price?
At $2999, the Sony Bravia 8 II OLED 65" is the most expensive of the 13 TVs we track, where the median is $2499.
Has the Sony Bravia 8 II OLED 65"'s price dropped?
Yes — since 2026-06-27 the Sony Bravia 8 II OLED 65" has fallen 14.3%, from $3498 to $2999.
What is the lowest price the Sony Bravia 8 II OLED 65" has been?
The lowest we have recorded for the Sony Bravia 8 II OLED 65" is $2999 on 2026-07-27 — which is its current price.
Is now a good time to buy the Sony Bravia 8 II OLED 65"?
At $2999, the Sony Bravia 8 II OLED 65" is at the lowest price we have recorded since 2026-06-27.
When was the Sony Bravia 8 II OLED 65" released?
The Sony Bravia 8 II OLED 65" was released 2025.
What are the Sony Bravia 8 II OLED 65"'s key specs?
Sony Bravia 8 II OLED 65" (Sony): screen in 65, panel type QD-OLED, resolution 3840x2160, refresh hz 120, hdr formats Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.
Price of record: $2999 at rtings.com, 2026-07-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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