- 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
Compare with...
- Sharp Elite Pro-X5FD Series
- LG LW6500
- LG LW5600
- Vizio E3D Series
- Panasonic VIERA ST30
- 55" 1080p LED-backlit
- 3D
- Internet enabled
Released October, 2010
Rated 100% by by David-B.-Vargas--DDDL (May, 2011)Yes, it suffers from clouding wich is normal for an edge lit TV this size, but unless you enjoy watching your screen with a permanent black image on it, you never notice it on regular viewing.
- 46" 1080p LED-backlit
- 3D 480 Hz
- Internet enabled
Released January, 2011
Rated 75% by by c|net (Jul, 2011)Update August 30, 2011: We've had the chance to test the 3D picture quality of the XBR-HX929 with new glasses, and the short story is that the issues we saw originally are still there, putting a fly in the ointment of the TV's excellent overall performance.
Conclusion Which is better for you?
Features Key features of the Vizio XVT3D Series compared to the Sony BRAVIA XBR HX929 Series
“55
LED-backlit
Rated 80% by by Gordon8452 (Jan, 2011)So I went with the vizio, for the price you get a ton of features, full array local dimming, and 3d.
46”
LED-backlit
Rated 75% by by c|net (Jul, 2011)If you keep your neck straight and turn on MotionFlow, the HX929 delivers very good 3D performance.
size
55"
46"
XVT3D Series by c|net (Feb, 2011)This review will apply only to the 65-inch XVT3D650SV since it basically stands alone in Vizio's lineup, with no other screen sizes that have identical features.
BRAVIA XBR HX929 Series by Island-BoundAs much as I liked the Samsung, I looove the 929 even more and would gladly give up the 4" in screen size over the picture the 929 is capable of producing.
thickness
XVT3D Series by dark_knight (Dec, 2011)The colors are realistic, the black has depth, the contrast is great( I believe it is 10mill).
BRAVIA XBR HX929 Series by Keith-Hollister (Jan, 2012)Watching Avatar on this set was eye opening - the opening scene of the spaceship approaching Pandora is amazing in the sense of depth, contrast, vividness of color and inky blacks.
Performance Real world tests of Vizio XVT3D Series vs Sony BRAVIA XBR HX929 Series
power consumption
XVT3D Series by K.-Brantley (Mar, 2011)Might be worth shopping around for the best price.-TV has a game mode (but read below, it doesn't make a huge difference because there is still some input lag).
BRAVIA XBR HX929 Series by c|net (Jul, 2011)We did not test the power consumption of this size in the Sony XBR-HX929 series, but we did test the 55-inch model.
Differences What are the advantages of each
Advantages compared to the Sony BRAVIA XBR HX929 Series
| Bigger | 55" | vs | 46" |
|---|---|---|---|
| Around 20% bigger | |||
| 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 | |||
| More local dimming zones | 120 | vs | 105 |
| 15 more local dimming zones | |||
Advantages compared to the Vizio XVT3D Series
| Has native 24p support | 4:4 Pulldown @ 96Hz | vs | None |
|---|---|---|---|
| Very few TVs have native 24p support | |||
| Supports Skype | Yes | vs | No |
| Somewhat common; video chat with friends from the comfort of your living room | |||
| Has CEC | BRAVIA Sync | vs | None |
| Very few TVs support CEC; control all your devices with one remote | |||
| Is DLNA DMP | Yes | vs | No |
| Somewhat common; easier to share and enjoy your digital photos, music and video | |||
| Cheaper 3D glasses | TDGBR250/B, 69 dollars | vs | VSG102, 111 dollars |
| Around 40% cheaper 3D glasses | |||
| More composite A/V inputs | 2 | vs | 1 |
| Twice as many composite A/V inputs | |||
| More highly reviewed by consumers | 81.7% | vs | 74.82% |
| Around 10% more highly reviewed by consumers | |||
| Lighter | 19,413 g | vs | 30,998 g |
| Around 40% lighter | |||
| Slimmer | 38 mm | vs | 76 mm |
| Around 50% slimmer | |||
Reviews Word on the street
Vizio XVT3D Series | Sony BRAVIA XBR HX929 Series | ||
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 |  Rated by 377 users at amazon.com Rated 100% by by A.-Peterson (Nov, 2011) Rated 100% by by A.-Peterson (Nov, 2011) Rated 100% by by Brian-C-Keele (Nov, 2011) | Rated by 124 users at amazon.com Rated 100% by by moman (Mar, 2012) Rated 100% by by Amazon-Jeff (Nov, 2011) | |
Competition What else you should consider
 | 2 | LG LW6500 Highest contrast ratio |
 | 3 | LG LW5600 2-way tie: OK component A/V inputs |
 | 5 | Panasonic VIERA ST30 Most even colors at default settings |
 | 6 | Sony BRAVIA NX700 Series 5-way tie: Most composite A/V ports |
Discussions Get involved, ask your question about the Vizio XVT3D Series and Sony BRAVIA XBR HX929 Series
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