- Conclusion Get the lowdown
- Features How it compares
- Performance Real world benchmarks
- Differences Technical showdown
- Reviews Word on the street
- Competition Others to consider
- Discussion Answers and opinions
Sony BRAVIA NX720 Series
- 55" 1080p LED-backlit
- 3D 240 Hz
- Internet enabled
Released January, 2011
Rated 79% by by c|net (Oct, 2011)Sony's least expensive TV with that lovely Monolithic styling, it still costs a mint but will reward investors with some of the best 2D images we've seen on any LCD with an edge-lit LED backlight.
Conclusion Check out the Sony BRAVIA NX720 Series
First reviewed December, 2011
Features Key features of the Sony BRAVIA NX720 Series
55”
LED-backlit
Rated 80% by by Sean-Christmann (Nov, 2011)The integration with different tv services like netflix and other internet channels is awesome.
size
55"
32"
32"
BRAVIA NX720 Series by c|net (Oct, 2011)We performed a hands-on evaluation of the 55-inch Sony KDL-55NX720, but this review also applies to the other screen sizes in the series.
BRAVIA NX720 Series by badger (Oct, 2011)Also, the screen size was more important to me and all the Sony TV's bigger than 55 inches and with 240 Hz processor or greater is like double the price of this TV.
thickness
BRAVIA NX720 Series by spirytus--196-proof (Apr, 2012)The picture, its colors, and depth are incredible!
BRAVIA NX720 Series by c|net (Oct, 2011)We also love the low-profile swivel stand with its thin metal base, although it feels a bit wobblier than some TVs during swivels.
Performance Real world tests of Sony BRAVIA NX720 Series
power consumption
BRAVIA NX720 Series by c|net (Oct, 2011)Power consumption: We did not test the power consumption of this size in the Sony KDL-NX720 series, but we did test the 55-inch model.
BRAVIA NX720 Series by c|net (Oct, 2011)Power consumption: The KDL-55NX720 is the second-most efficient TV we've tested this year after the power-miser HX929, and posted the same awesome 0.005 watt/square inch number.
black levels
BRAVIA NX720 Series by Dan (Jan, 2012)The monolithic design is very nice as well, although it increases the amount of reflection, it is bright enough and has great black levels with accurate colors.
BRAVIA NX720 Series by Sony-Reviewer (Jun, 2011)Black levels, picture consistency and amazing crispness have been achieved through the OptiContrast panel and X-Reality Engine.
contrast ratio
BRAVIA NX720 Series by Christopher-M.-Blount (Jul, 2011)The colors are accurate and the contrast ratio is very good.
Our analysis How does it stack up against its top 10 competitors
pros
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Edge-lit LED -
Amazon Instant Video, Hulu Plus, Netflix, YouTube -
Picasa -
Pandora -
Facebook, Twitter -
AVCHD, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 -
MP3 -
JPEG -
video chat with friends from the comfort of your living room -
BRAVIA Sync -
backlight zones are selectively turned off to enhance the picture's contrast -
enjoy realistic 3D videos at home -
access streaming content over the Internet -
2 -
easier to share and enjoy your digital photos, music and video -
2.22 -
0.0002 cd/sq. m. -
70 Watts -
0.86 -
keep an eye on two channels at once -
4 -
2 -
1 -
1 -
1,200 lines -
240 Hz -
1 -
33.02 mm -
1 -
28 mm -
82.71% -
99 dollars
cons
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TDGBR250B, 99 dollars -
1080i content may show some visual artifacts -
limited color calibration controls; might not display the best picture -
0.3083/0.62 -
0.1597/0.06 -
need to use a wired connection to access streaming content -
None
Reviews Word on the street
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 |  Rated by 115 users at amazon.com Rated 80% by by Anthony-Bar (Apr, 2012) Rated 60% by by hikergirlgvs (Nov, 2011) Rated 100% by by PKP (Dec, 2011) |
Panel
Sony BRAVIA NX720 Series 55" | Rated 80% by by E.-Fritz (May, 2011)I could not view the 3D feature (no glasses available and they are not included with the set), but it was very good in previous models.
Sony BRAVIA NX720 Series 55" | Rated 100% by by Jetnfast (Aug, 2011)The 240 motion flow refresh rate was excellent and brought the scenes to life like I have never seen before, even better than I remember in the movie theater.
Sony BRAVIA NX720 Series 55" | Rated 80% by by S (Oct, 2011)Sony has a great picture and excellent 3D!!!! You wont go wrong with this TV.
3d
Sony BRAVIA NX720 Series 55" | Rated 100% by by badger (Oct, 2011)Although I have not checked out the 3D, I heard it might make a difference if you are concerned about high quality 3D output.
Sony BRAVIA NX720 Series 55" | Rated 100% by by M.-Krawitz (Nov, 2011)I'm a 50-year-old coot and don't need 3D, plus, some people said 3D made them nauseous, so it's fine with me.
Sony BRAVIA NX720 Series 55" | Rated 100% by by Mark-Kraffert (Nov, 2011)3d is amazing, water splashed out of the TV when watching Narnia.
Picture quality
Sony BRAVIA NX720 Series 55" | Rated 100% by by Jon-electronics (Jan, 2012)The Sony Bravia NX720 delivers vivid picture quality in high def that exceeds expectations and is superior to all competition.
Sony BRAVIA NX720 Series 55" | Rated 100% by by Goonie-NYC (Mar, 2012)The pictures are crisp, and I mean CRISP.
Sony BRAVIA NX720 Series 55" | Rated 100% by by J.-Romano (Feb, 2012)Once I got the TV hooked up and seen the picture quality, I thought I made a big mistake.
Content
Sony BRAVIA NX720 Series 55" | Rated 80% by by Tr3 (Dec, 2011)But other than that, the delivery was actually early and watching sports and movies is more of a pleasure than ever.
Sony BRAVIA NX720 Series 55" | Rated 100% by by Sony-Reviewer (Jun, 2011)Blu-ray movies are awesome with this TV but DVD movies are no less.
Sony BRAVIA NX720 Series 55" | Rated 100% by by Peter-L-Xerri (Apr, 2012)I haven't experimented with all of the features on the set yet, I am too busy enjoying the fabulous picture on movies and video games.
Apps
Sony BRAVIA NX720 Series 55" | Rated 100% by by ucla (Apr, 2012)The built in wifi allows you to browse the net and watch netflix, amazon, hulu etc. you can even stream content from your pc.
Sony BRAVIA NX720 Series 55" | Rated 100% by by SmartShopper (Mar, 2012)The apps such as Facebook and Pandora are a nice feature and are a great addition for someone who wants that in a tv.
Sony BRAVIA NX720 Series 55" | Rated 100% by by Alexander-Posso--Mike (Feb, 2012)The color definition is very very good, combined with the 3D, and your browser Opera.
Competition What else you should consider
 | 1 | Sony BRAVIA HX750 Series OK calibrated gamma HX750 Series 46" vs NX720 Series 55" |
 | 4 | Sony HX850 3-way tie: Supports local dimming HX850 vs BRAVIA NX720 Series |
 | 5 | Sony BRAVIA NX810 Series 4-way tie: Fastest refresh rate NX810 Series 46" vs NX720 Series 55" |
 | 6 | LG SL90 Rated the best by consumers LG SL90 vs Sony BRAVIA NX720 Series |
 | 7 | LG LV2400 Lightest LG LV2400 vs Sony BRAVIA NX720 Series |
 | 8 | Sony HX750 OK webcam HX750 vs BRAVIA NX720 Series |
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