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Sony BRAVIA 3 II 55"

Strong processing and Google TV simplicity

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Piqelo Score68% confidence · Last published · revalidating
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Finding its place in your everyday viewing

The useful question is how a TV fits the things you actually watch. The 55-inch Sony BRAVIA 3 II is strongest when ordinary streams and broadcast TV need a little cleanup.

The everyday attraction

Series reviews find good processing helps lower-quality streams and broadcasts look cleaner. Series reviews find straightforward setup and Google TV make everyday use approachable.

The compromise to understand

The built-in speakers lack bass and are better suited to normal TV than cinematic sound.

The Piqelo verdict

Sony BRAVIA 3 II 55″ is most appealing when its picture strengths match the things you watch. Consider the audio setup alongside the screen when planning your viewing experience.

Current reference price~$699
DisplayLED / LCD
Refresh120Hz
PlatformGoogle TV
Buying verdict

Why it stands out

Strongest case

Strong processing and Google TV simplicity

Know before buying

Price premium for modest panel performance

Piqelo Score 76 · 68% confidence · Last published · revalidating
Score profile

Where the evidence is strongest

Picture
58
Brightness
68
Glare control
72
Gaming
81
Motion
72
Processing
100
Reliability
82
Value
72
Owner experience

What real owners add

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68% confidence2 expert sources0 independent owners
Research trail

Evidence behind this review

RTINGSProfessional review

Well-processed entry Sony with decent bright-room usability; lack of local dimming limits blacks and cinematic HDR.

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Tom's GuideProfessional review

Excellent processing, color accuracy and gaming features for the price; black levels and bass are the clear compromises.

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Specifications

Relevant differentiators

Display technologyLED / LCD
Resolution4K UHD (3840×2160)
Refresh rate120Hz
Screen finishGlossy
HDMI4K 120 Hz (HDMI 1/2/3/4)
VRRYes · HDMI 1–4
ALLMYes
eARCYes
Dolby VisionYes
HDR10+No
Smart platformGoogle TV
ProcessorXR Processor
Audio20W · X-Balanced speakers · Dolby Atmos · DTS:X
Gaming featuresVRR · ALLM · PS5 Auto HDR Tone Mapping
Available sizes55" · 65" · 75"

Manufacturer specifications remain separate from independent measurements. Unknown values are intentionally omitted.

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