Conclusion Get the lowdown
Features How they compare
Performance Real world benchmarks
Differences Technical showdown
Reviews Word on the street
Competition Others to consider
Discussion Answers and opinions

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Sony BRAVIA XBR HX929 Series
LG LM7600
Panasonic Viera ST50
Samsung 8000 Series (2012 LCD)
Sony BRAVIA HX750 Series

Sony HX850

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Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD)

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Ranked #1 and #4 in Latest AVCHD TVs with Active 3D

46" 1080p LED-backlit
3D
Internet enabled

Released January, 2012

If you can't bear to buy a plasma like the amazing Panasonic ST50, you will pay more for the HX850 but I think you'd be quite happy with it.

Rated 80% by by c|net (May, 2012)

from $2,400

55" 1080p LED-backlit
3D 240 Hz
Internet enabled

older Released February, 2011

I was happy to find out the HDMI-CEC (Anynet+) function was compatible with my ONKYO receiver.

Rated 100% by by _jr_ (Jul, 2011)

Conclusion Which is better for you?

Sony HX850

Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD)

75%

98%

FeaturesView Details

28%

100%

Popularity

100%

PerformanceView Details

85%

82%

ReviewsView Details

Winner

Samsung8000 Series (2011 LCD)

Overall Score

Features Key features of the Sony HX850 compared to the Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD)

“46

LED-backlit

The TV is encircled by a thin, attractive sliver of aluminum.

Rated 80% by by c|net (May, 2012)

Back view of Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD)

55”

LED-backlit

I love the HDMI-CEC (Anynet+) so I can control things like my PS3 with just my remote.

Rated 80% by by Bi-Er-Deng (Mar, 2012)

size

HX85046"

8000 Series (2011 LCD)55"

I performed a hands-on evaluation of the 55-inch KDL-55HX850, but this review also applies to the other screen size in the series.

HX850 by c|net (May, 2012)

We performed a hands-on evaluation of the 55-inch Samsung UN55D8000, but this review also applies to the other screen sizes in the series.

8000 Series (2011 LCD) by c|net (Apr, 2011)

thickness

Sony HX850

35 mm

HX850 35 mm

Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD)

30 mm

8000 Series (2011 LCD) 30 mm

The Gorilla Glass2 is incredibly thin.

HX850 by Tim-D.-Hendon (Jul, 2012)

There is no denying that this TV looks beautiful with it's thin edge and it's slim design makes it look fantastic when you out it on the wall.

8000 Series (2011 LCD) by Stephen-Gates--Steve-G

Performance Real world tests of Sony HX850 vs Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD)

Differences What are the advantages of each

Full specs comparison

Sony HX850

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Advantages compared to the Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD)

Has a VESA mount	300 mm x 300 mm	vs	None
Very few TVs have a VESA mount; easily mount your TV on a wall using standardized hardware

More highly reviewed by consumers	84.85%	vs	82%
Almost the same

Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD)

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Advantages compared to the Sony HX850

Bigger	55"	vs	46"
Around 20% bigger

Has CEC	Anynet+	vs	None
Very few TVs support CEC; control all your devices with one remote

Has built-in Ethernet	Yes	vs	No
Somewhat common; access streaming content over the Internet

More USB ports	3	vs	2
1 more USB ports

Supports picture-in-picture	Yes	vs	No
Somewhat common; keep an eye on two channels at once

Reviews Word on the street

	Sony HX850		Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD)
	Rated 80% Read the review (May, 2012) Unlike Samsung and Panasonic, Sony's 2012 3D TVs like the HX850 don't support the Full HD 3D standard, so this set is incompatible with other makers' 2012 active glasses that do, such as the Panasonic TY-ER3D4MU ($55) and Samsung SSG-4100GB ($20).		Rated 81% Read the review (Apr, 2011) While Samsung's Movie mode delivered the most accurate picture prior to our adjustments, it was still overly blue with too-bright gamma and crushed shadow detail, albeit with extremely dark blacks.

	Rated 89% by 71 users at amazon.com UPDATE: Just watched Resident Evil in 3D using the PS3 blu ray; amazing. Rated 100% by by Huskerhawk (Aug, 2012) I used some of the picture tweaks found at Cnet and adjusted them for some personal taste (backlight, sharpness, motion). Rated 100% by by H.-Chow (Jan, 2013) I am very happy to enjoy the wonderful performance of this TV. Rated 100% by by Marmayogi--Yogi (Dec, 2012)		Rated 82% by 491 users at amazon.com I really can't say enough about the quality of the design, the clarity of the picture, the ease of the setup (everything is plug n play). Rated 100% by by Sim (Feb, 2012) The picture quality is just amazing... In fact, I watched several episodes of NCIS (from 2003) on USA HD... The quality was far superior to anything I've seen before. Rated 100% by by Rohit (Dec, 2011) Whoever is looking at this TV for home, I would certainly recommend to also think of a good set of surround speakers to really make it count. Rated 80% by by Arijit-Chowdhury