The SONY Bravia XR-55X90K is a premium 4K Smart TV with great picture quality, smooth performance, and smart features. I bought this TV a month ago, and here’s my real user experience after 1 week and 1 month of daily use.
Key Specifications
- Screen Size: 55-inch (54.6″ actual)
- Display Type: LED (Full Array Local Dimming)
- Resolution: 4K Ultra HD (3840 x 2160)
- HDR Support: Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG
- Processor: Cognitive Processor XR (Sony’s best)
- Operating System: Google TV (Android 11)
- Refresh Rate: 120Hz (Good for gaming)
- HDMI Ports: 4 (HDMI 2.1 for PS5/Xbox)
- Sound: 30W (2.0ch) with Dolby Atmos
- Smart Features: Google Assistant, Chromecast, Apple AirPlay
- Price in India: Around ₹90,000 – ₹1,00,000 (depends on offers)
1-Week User Experience
Good Things After 1 Week:
- Picture Quality is Super Sharp – 4K movies and YouTube videos look amazing. Colors are natural, not too bright like Samsung.
- Great for Gaming – I connected my PS5, and it runs 4K@120Hz smoothly. No lag in God of War & Spider-Man.
- Google TV Works Well – Apps like Netflix, Prime, Disney+ Hotstar open fast. Voice search with Google Assistant is helpful.
- Sound is Decent – Better than other TVs, but I still bought a soundbar for movies.
- No Ads! – Unlike some brands, Sony doesn’t force ads on the home screen.
Problems After 1 Week:
- Remote is Basic – No backlight, feels cheap for a ₹1L TV.
- Heats Up a Little – After 3-4 hours, the back gets warm (but not too hot).
- Local Dimming is Not Perfect – Sometimes, dark scenes show slight blooming (light leaks).
1-Month User Experience
Good Things After 1 Month:
- Still Fast & Smooth – No lag even after installing many apps.
- Great for Sports & Movies – Motion handling is excellent (no blur in cricket/football).
- Works Well with Soundbar – Connected via HDMI eARC, no sync issues.
- No Bugs or Crashes – Some Android TVs slow down, but this one is stable.
Problems After 1 Month:
- Google TV Needs Some Tweaks – Sometimes, apps take 2-3 seconds to load.
- Not the Brightest TV – In a very bright room, HDR movies look a bit dim.
- Remote Battery Drain – The remote eats up batteries faster than expected.
Should You Buy It?
Best For:
- Gamers (PS5/Xbox Series X users)
- Movie lovers (Netflix, Prime in 4K HDR)
- People who hate ads & bloatware
Avoid If:
- You want the brightest TV (Samsung QLED is better for bright rooms).
- You need a super-cheap TV (TCL & Hisense give cheaper options).
- You hate Google TV (some prefer LG’s webOS).
Final Verdict
Rating: 4.5/5
The Sony Bravia XR-55X90K is one of the best 55-inch TVs under ₹1 lakh. It’s perfect for gaming, movies, and daily use with no major issues. The only downsides are the remote quality & slight blooming in dark scenes. If you want a long-lasting, high-quality TV, this is a great choice.