Sony X800D well - reviewed, 4k+HDR TV with low input lag

Yes, the TV automatically switches between SDR and HDR when I toggle the option in i.e. TLOU or Uncharted 4. Can also be confirmed in the action menu. Not sure about your model tho, there should be a way.

It's also easily apparent when looking at the game itself of course (Bright highlights and all that jazz).

Ah cool. Just realized I have ratchet and clank to test, and yeah definitely can tell it isn't enabled on HDMI 1 despite being enabled in the PS4 settings, but can tell it's enabled on HDMI 4.
 
So just from little I've heard this is the best low price entry tv that would take full advantage of the ps4 pro? For $650 at 49inches that sounds like a massive upgrade over my 47in 1080p vizio.
 
Really wish the 43 inch would go on sale sometime...

Same, does it not go on sale much because they realize it is a high demand item for the bedroom and most 40-43 inch TVs don't do HDR well? Meanwhile, there are a TON of alternatives at 55 and 65 inch sizes. I think 49 or 55 inch would really be too large for my home office/bedroom loft so I am stuck looking at 40-43 inch only.
 
Ended up buying the 49" for $650. Gonna start setting it up now.

Any guide for the best picture settings? I can't find game mode
 
this and PC RGB fixed the XB1S color issues I was having
bless you
No problem dude, I was having a hard time until I saw someone else post this bit of info so now I regurgitate it whenever I can lol

Ended up buying the 49" for $650. Gonna start setting it up now.

Any guide for the best picture settings? I can't find game mode

To get game mode, click the action menu button when on your TV not on an app, then goto picture adjustments. Other than this two more things, goto settings and turn on enhanced HDMI, also make sure your console is plugged into HDMI 2or3 to fully utilize HDR.
 
To get game mode, click the action menu button when on your TV not on an app, then goto picture adjustments. Other than this two more things, goto settings and turn on enhanced HDMI, also make sure your console is plugged into HDMI 2or3 to fully utilize HDR.

I did that but under picture mode, the only options i get are Vivid, Standard, Custom, Cinema Pro, Cinema Home, Sports, and Animation

Edit: Okay yeah I had to make sure I was on the HDMI input to be able to change it. Thanks.
 
I know this thread is more about the TV, but have any of you been hooking your new 4k HDR sets into receivers? I am planning on getting the 49" Sony 4k HDR set soon, and the eventual PS4 Pro, and am looking to find out if either of these receivers will pass through the 4k and HDR signals to the TV...

Onkyo TX-SR353 5.1-Channel A/V Receiver

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All HDMI terminals support the latest TV displays with four inputs handling HDCP 2.2 copy protection, HDR (High Dynamic Range), with BT.2020 support, and 4:4:4 color space encoded in content from movie studios, broadcasters, and streaming services for next-generation UltraHD.

OR.....

Sony 7.2 Channel Home Theater AV Receiver

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Experience the complete sound and vision experience with 4K/60p video support, including HDR for expanded dynamic range and HDCP 2.2 compatibility. Immerse yourself in 4K content distributed via satellite, Internet and UHD Blu-ray Discs, together with surround sound. SongPal enables intuitive operation from your smartphone. Wirelessly enjoy music thanks to NFC and Bluetooth®.


Any help would be greatly appreciated. Also, if anyone can recommend a really good 5.1 receiver I'd appreciate that as well, since I am most likely not going to take advantage of the extra channels on the 7/2 receivers.
 
So just from little I've heard this is the best low price entry tv that would take full advantage of the ps4 pro? For $650 at 49inches that sounds like a massive upgrade over my 47in 1080p vizio.

This is one of the better bang for the buck 4k and HDR televisions. At 49" for $650 is a great price. You won't see much 1080p difference over your Vizio but the goal is 4K and HDR so be prepared to be blown away coming from the Vizio.

Ended up buying the 49" for $650. Gonna start setting it up now.

Any guide for the best picture settings? I can't find game mode

You are possibly doing the picture menu when you are in apps ie. Netflix. They don't give you game mode for internal viewing like apps. Otherwise when you are viewing your console or set top cable box you will be able to select game mode.

Best settings really depends on what you like. Rtings goes for color accuracy and pitch black room viewing mostly for movies.
 
So just from little I've heard this is the best low price entry tv that would take full advantage of the ps4 pro? For $650 at 49inches that sounds like a massive upgrade over my 47in 1080p vizio.

I upgraded from a Plasma. No regrets.

Though the 43" is the $650 version. 49" is $799 IIRC.
 
I upgraded from a Plasma. No regrets.

Though the 43" is the $650 version. 49" is $799 IIRC.

its on sale for the same price as the 43.

Any help would be greatly appreciated. Also, if anyone can recommend a really good 5.1 receiver I'd appreciate that as well, since I am most likely not going to take advantage of the extra channels on the 7/2 receivers.

Both of these will work. I prefer Denon, and have been using the x1300. Was $500 bucks on sale.
 
So other than people telling those to use HDMI 2 or 3 for 4k w/HDR (HDMI 1 doesn't even do 4k @ 60, which would be a problem for games like Titanfall 2 or CoD Infinite Warfare).

When you set your Sony 800D in the setttings -> input -> enchance HDMI ports. It didn't work the first time. The PS4 still had the 2160p RGB setting greyed out. The 2160p YUV
setting was there, but that only does HDR up to 2k, not HDR up to 4k.

I had to try to toggle it on and off again in the TV's settings, then the PS4 showed both 2160p settings (YUV and RGB) available. From there of course, you put it on auto. And on auto, it seems the PS4 Pro wants RGB, you know that by checking the video output information. (which is super helpful and I'm glad Sony put it in there for the Pro).
 
Ah cool. Just realized I have ratchet and clank to test, and yeah definitely can tell it isn't enabled on HDMI 1 despite being enabled in the PS4 settings, but can tell it's enabled on HDMI 4.

You want to use HDMI 2 or HDMI 3 port. I think HDMI 4 is missing some enhanced feature or something.
 
Awesome, really really tempted to just pull the trigger. I guess the last thing I have to ask is how is the HDR quality on this set for those that have it? I've had a 1440 monitor for awhile on my pc so I'm used to slightly higher res so I'm more curious about the HDR enhancements. I should probably go in store to see some HDR displays but I'm pretty set on this one at 49in just based on the price and everyone's general compliments.
 
Awesome, really really tempted to just pull the trigger. I guess the last thing I have to ask is how is the HDR quality on this set for those that have it? I've had a 1440 monitor for awhile on my pc so I'm used to slightly higher res so I'm more curious about the HDR enhancements. I should probably go in store to see some HDR displays but I'm pretty set on this one at 49in just based on the price and everyone's general compliments.

It takes some calibrating, but it looks noticeably better than without HDR. Haven't seen any other sets to compare it with though.

The Man in the High Castle shows it off well if you have Amazon Prime. ("Free" for Prime users.)
 
What you mean by not a true 10 bit panel. I know it says 8 bit + frc but what does that mean and how does it still very a wide colour gamut?

Also checking the price of the Samsung, it's double the price of the Sony.shouldn't it be compared to Sonys higher end Tv's?


It's wizardry basically lol, FRC allows Sony to keep the cost down using an 8 bit panel while introducing more colors with "magic". It still has WCG.
 
It takes some calibrating, but it looks noticeably better than without HDR. Haven't seen any other sets to compare it with though.

The Man in the High Castle shows it off well if you have Amazon Prime. ("Free" for Prime users.)

Cool, it sounds like 4k and HDR are definitely worth the upgrade at this price. Is there a guide to what streamable content is 4k and HDR across hulu/netflix/HBO etc?
 
Just so confused by TVs just now. Waiting on black Friday in UK to see if any deals. But its the wonder of if its 8bit HDR or 10bit HDR.

You look at TV on websites and it says HDR. Look around to see any further details band nothing.

Just wait a bit longer if you already have a decent 1080p set. There is not much choice right now so you have to make compromises. Early 2017 we should see a good number of excellent sets to choose from
 
Bought this TV last night, and while the TV output is amazing, I am having a rough time getting the settings just right.

Still playing with the settings and seeing what works and what doesnt, but leaving on Auto for now.
 
I did that but under picture mode, the only options i get are Vivid, Standard, Custom, Cinema Pro, Cinema Home, Sports, and Animation

Edit: Okay yeah I had to make sure I was on the HDMI input to be able to change it. Thanks.
Lol no problem dude, glad to help!

When you set your Sony 800D in the setttings -> input -> enchance HDMI ports. It didn't work the first time. The PS4 still had the 2160p RGB setting greyed out. The 2160p YUV
setting was there, but that only does HDR up to 2k, not HDR up to 4k.

I had to try to toggle it on and off again in the TV's settings, then the PS4 showed both 2160p settings (YUV and RGB) available. From there of course, you put it on auto. And on auto, it seems the PS4 Pro wants RGB, you know that by checking the video output information. (which is super helpful and I'm glad Sony put it in there for the Pro).
I had the same issue, so I just forced the power off to my TV by holding power button on remote for like 10 seconds and powering off the ps4 and it resolved it.
 
I know this thread is more about the TV, but have any of you been hooking your new 4k HDR sets into receivers? I am planning on getting the 49" Sony 4k HDR set soon, and the eventual PS4 Pro, and am looking to find out if either of these receivers will pass through the 4k and HDR signals to the TV...

Onkyo TX-SR353 5.1-Channel A/V Receiver

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OR.....

Sony 7.2 Channel Home Theater AV Receiver

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Any help would be greatly appreciated. Also, if anyone can recommend a really good 5.1 receiver I'd appreciate that as well, since I am most likely not going to take advantage of the extra channels on the 7/2 receivers.

As long as it has 2.2 it will pass HDR signal.

I am using this and it works just fine.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00YAO43YG/?tag=neogaf0e-20
 
It's wizardry basically lol, FRC allows Sony to keep the cost down using an 8 bit panel while introducing more colors with "magic". It still has WCG.

It is a 10 bit panel, not 8 bit. Rtings made a mistake when they first reviewed and people have just run off of that. The televisions with 8 bit panels are the X700D and the Samsung 6300 which do not have wide color gamuts but can still give you HDR10 etc.

The X800D has a 10 bit panel, not 8 bit with FRC.
 
I know this thread is more about the TV, but have any of you been hooking your new 4k HDR sets into receivers? I am planning on getting the 49" Sony 4k HDR set soon, and the eventual PS4 Pro, and am looking to find out if either of these receivers will pass through the 4k and HDR signals to the TV...

Onkyo TX-SR353 5.1-Channel A/V Receiver

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OR.....

Sony 7.2 Channel Home Theater AV Receiver

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Any help would be greatly appreciated. Also, if anyone can recommend a really good 5.1 receiver I'd appreciate that as well, since I am most likely not going to take advantage of the extra channels on the 7/2 receivers.


Why the hell does the onkyo only allow banana for two inputs......da fuq is that! Banana clip or die, is easily take the Sony one even if I never use 7.1. The system will automatically detect whether or not it will use 5.1 or 7.1
 
Why the hell does the onkyo only allow banana for two inputs......da fuq is that! Banana clip or die, is easily take the Sony one even if I never use 7.1. The system will automatically detect whether or not it will use 5.1 or 7.1

You have to upgrade to the 500 series for Onkyo to be any good. Their ultra cheap receivers generally suck. Even the mid range Onkyo's aren't very good nowadays, especially with their utter crap advertising practice - i.e, advertising the watts per channel at 6 ohms when everyone actually uses 8 ohms. Suddenly their 140 watt per channel receiver becomes 80 watts per channel, while competitors like Yamaha or Denon offer 90-100 watts per channel (8 Ohm) for a similar price range.
 
You have to upgrade to the 500 series for Onkyo to be any good. Their ultra cheap receivers generally suck. Even the mid range Onkyo's aren't very good nowadays, especially with their utter crap advertising practice - i.e, advertising the watts per channel at 6 ohms when everyone actually uses 8 ohms. Suddenly their 140 watt per channel receiver becomes 80 watts per channel, while competitors like Yamaha or Denon offer 90-100 watts per channel (8 Ohm) for a similar price range.


Pretty sad to hear, my $300 onkyo receiver I bought years ago (only 1080p 3D one) was absolutely outstanding. 7 HDMI inputs, Spotify built in, fantastic setup and sound. Kind of disappointing to hear how they have fallen
 
Is the 49 inch worth it? It is currently the same price $649.99 and I a purchased the 43 inch last week. I love it and tend to sit straight in front of it when playing? Awesome picture equality and the best TV I have owned.

Whats are the drawbacks/advantages to the IPS panel? Is it anything that adjusting picture setting could not fix?
 
So in The Last of us on the darker sections like downtown it's very bright/grey instead of being dark. It's this way in HDR and non HDR. Is this just the game or are my settings out of whack?
 
Just so confused by TVs just now. Waiting on black Friday in UK to see if any deals. But its the wonder of if its 8bit HDR or 10bit HDR.

You look at TV on websites and it says HDR. Look around to see any further details band nothing.

X800D is 10bit, it has very wide color gamut.
 
Just wait a bit longer if you already have a decent 1080p set. There is not much choice right now so you have to make compromises. Early 2017 we should see a good number of excellent sets to choose from

there are a decent number of good sets. Of course things should be more mature next year, but then prices will be high until around this time next year, and brexit might mean higher prices generally. I'd argue now is a pretty ok time to buy something.

~£1000 - Sony 55"X800/X850; Samsung 55"KS7000; panasonic 58" DX750

~£1500 - Sony 55" XD93

~£2000 - LG 55" OLED B6; Panasonic 58" DX902
 
Thanking you, was waiting for Amazon to hopefully have a deal on this TV :D. Just ordered

I think I remember someone on here saying the 49" is worse because it has an IPS panel vs a VA panel for the 43".

But I don't know why that is. Viewing angles maybe? I'm not sure whether to order it. I'm still hoping the 43" goes on sale.

Edit: Some site says viewing angles good on IPS so I don't know. VA apparently has better blacks but IPS has better colour re-production.
 
I think I remember someone on here saying the 49" is worse because it has an IPS panel vs a VA panel for the 43".

But I don't know why that is. Viewing angles maybe? I'm not sure whether to order it. I'm still hoping the 43" goes on sale.

Edit: Some site says viewing angles good on IPS so I don't know. VA apparently has better blacks but IPS has better colour re-production.

Yeah I'd read about that but I won't be using the TV from an angle and wanted to step up from the 42" I'm using ATM

I always thought IPS was better mostly from the New 3DS where people played the panel lottery to try get IPS screens
 
Yeah I'd read about that but I won't be using the TV from an angle and wanted to step up from the 42" I'm using ATM

I always thought IPS was better mostly from the New 3DS where people played the panel lottery to try get IPS screens
In the case of 3DS it is TN vs IPS, here it's VA 'vs' IPS. VA has better blacks but worse viewing angle, IPS the opposite (in a nutshell).

Viewing angle of the 43" is a non issue for two people watching though. And for anything beyond that, the TV is too small anyway imo
 
Yeah I'd read about that but I won't be using the TV from an angle and wanted to step up from the 42" I'm using ATM

I always thought IPS was better mostly from the New 3DS where people played the panel lottery to try get IPS screens
If viewing angles are a priority, you'll want an IPS panel, which is the XBR49X800D. VA panels like in the XBR43X800D will generally have deeper blacks and a much better contrast ratio but a poorer viewing angle. If you get a poor IPS panel like the Sony XBR55X700D, you may notice grayish blacks more.
 
Are people sharing settings for this set? I've got the 49 inch IPS.
Quickest way into settings for each input is press 'Action Menu' on remote when on that input, scroll down a few to 'Picture'.

Xbox One S is on HDMI 2
PS4 Pro is on HDMI 3

Regular non-HDR gaming
Picture mode - Game
Auto Picture Mode - Off
Brightness - 25
Colour - 50
Light sensor - Off

Brightness - 25
Contrast - Max
Gamma - 0
Black level - 51
Black adjust - Off
Adv contrast enchancer - Off

Colour - 50
Hue - 0
Colour temperature - Neutral
Adv colour temperature - (no change)
Live Colour - Off

Sharpness - 40
Reality Creation - Off

Motionflow - Off

HDR mode - Auto
HDMI video range - Auto
Colour space - Auto

HDR gaming
Picture mode - Game
Auto Picture Mode - Off
Brightness - Max
Colour - 50
Light sensor - Off

Brightness - Max
Contrast - Max
Gamma - 0
Black level - 51
Black adjust - Off
Adv contrast enchancer - Off

Colour - 50
Hue - 0
Colour temperature - Neutral
Adv colour temperature - (no change)
Live Colour - Off

Sharpness - 40
Reality Creation - Off

Motionflow - Off

HDR mode - Auto
HDMI video range - Auto
Colour space - Auto
 
Canadian here, may buy the 49" in the states. Not sure if it will fit in my car...can anyone provide the box dimensions please?

And are sqauretrade warranties worth it? Knowing I will have no manuf warranty by importing this...
 
So in The Last of us on the darker sections like downtown it's very bright/grey instead of being dark. It's this way in HDR and non HDR. Is this just the game or are my settings out of whack?
It's either a bug or strange artistic decision with the game.

You actually see the transition between normal and grey-wash effect at the start of Downtown when starting the generator and going down the lift with Tess and Ellie.
 
So how are people who bought this tv liking it? I'm thinking of picking up the 43 inch but wanted to hear peoples impressions for console and PC gaming.
 
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