Sony has always been at the apex or thereabouts of the best television pyramid with the
Bravia line of LED TVs especially offering highly desirable screens. The 2014 line of Bravia televisions is no different and the
55 inch W800B 3D LED TV is the jewel in the crown.
The W800B sports an unmistakably stylish Sony design, with its near-invisible jet black frame standing on a solid silver stand. The bezel features a thin, attractive black aluminum frame that wraps around the edges of the television, giving the illusion that the TV is “all screen.”
All the connection ports are at the rear of the W800B, where two analog audio inputs, a component/composite input, four HDMI inputs, an Ethernet connection, a digital audio jack, a subwoofer out, two USB 2.0 inputs, and a headphone jack are located. Also included in the box are a standard Sony remote control and a pair of active 3D glasses. Once on, the W800B features a straightforward smart TV platform with a decent selection of apps, features, and the all-important internet connectivity.
Picture quality is where the W800B excels in. Remarkable video clarity is the name of the game with the W800B, and high-definition content looks jaw-droppingly awesome on the Sony screen. The W800B supports video resolutions up to 1080p, with an aspect ratio of 16:9. The dynamic contrast ratio is more than one million to one, which result in dark blacks, bright whites and vivid all-around color. The W800B also boasts an impressive refresh rate of 240Hz to keep your movie playback smooth and seamless. It also has decent 3D features up its sleeves with 2D to 3D conversion working like a charm.
The built-in Wi-Fi connects the W800B to many online streaming services, and the web browser lets you surf the internet from the couch. The W800B also sports a comb filter and noise reduction, which ensure that you do not lose video quality during playback. The Energy Star certification means you do not have to worry about the inverter battery running out during load shedding hours. Sound quality on such a slim screen is also admirable with decent sound clarity for movie viewing. The W800B is also a delight for gamers, with its ability to handle fast-paced action at high-refresh rates ideal for your shiny new PlayStation 4.
Retailing for approximately Rs 200,000 and packed with solid features and pleasing design, the Sony Bravia 55W800B is surely a bang-for-the-buck for all the big screen loving gadget-aficionados.
Yantrick’s Verdict: The Sony Bravia 55W800B is a stellar TV, high on performance and with a great set of features and applications, ideal to hold the mantle as the centerpiece of any living room.