Sony KD-43X85J

Name: Sony KD-43X85J
Brand: Sony
SKU: 882332
Price: 799 EUR
Availability: SoldOut
Rating: 8.7 (147 reviews)

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Key specs

	Screen size	43 inches
	Image quality	Good
	Smart platform	Google TV
	Refresh rate	100 Hz
	Screen type	LED-LCD
	Sharpness	4K (UHD)

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Pros and cons

According to our television expert

The Triluminos screen provides a bright, detailed color representation.
Thanks to the 100Hz refresh rate, fast-moving images are displayed clearly.
The Google TV operating system brings together television, apps, and the internet in a clear overview.
The TV doesn't have a rotatable stand to turn it toward your viewing position.

Description

With the Sony KD-43X85J, you can enjoy beautiful, bright colors and smooth moving images. The TV has a Triluminos screen, which displays bright colors intensely. As a result, you can see rich, pure colors in a field of flowers or mountain landscape, for example. Do you prefer something with more action? You can see fast and smooth movements thanks to the 100Hz refresh rate. That's nice when you're watching an exciting fight scene or car race. In addition, you can easily choose from live television, apps, or the internet on the Google TV smart platform. This menu provides a clear overview of all the available applications and functions of the TV. You can listen to Spotify, watch the news, or lie down and watch Netflix.

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Manual(5.08 MB)
Remote
Batteries (2x AAA)
Leg stands
Power cord

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Sound quality

Review is 10 out of 10.

Image quality

Review is 10 out of 10.

Design

Review is 10 out of 10.

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Review is 8,4 out of 10.

Beautiful TV with many possibilities

Image quality
Sound
Chromecast built-in
Getting out of the box difficult to do alone

Ordering and delivery process by Coolblue was, as is now known, very smooth and friendly. Tip from the delivery person to leave the box intact and keep it for a while if the TV needs to be exchanged. Unpacking was a bit more difficult, because you actually have to do that with two people, if you want to be careful. The legs are easy to click under, place and connect the TV and you go through the installation process automatically and fairly quickly. I went from 32" TV of over 10 years old to 43". A big improvement and yet not too big a black screen in your living room. Image quality is beautiful and although this type is 50hz, it doesn't bother me. A big advantage for me personally and the decisive factor to buy this TV and not, for example, the x85j of 100 hz, is that the 80j has an IPS (ADS) panel type. As a result, the viewing angle is much larger than the almost standard VA panels nowadays (certainly in 43"). Please note: with the x80j series, only the 50" variant seems to have a VA panel type. With VA, the viewing angle is smaller, but the black values are better. For me personally, viewing angle is more important than blackness of the image. In the store I was able to see the comparison and then the choice for IPS panel was not difficult! Sound is also fine for the regular TV viewer. I also like the design of the x80j better than other series from Sony. the 80j may have a slightly thicker edge around the screen (a few mm), but the edge has a nice matt finish and sleek straight. The 85j shines and has a corner, so that dust will be more visible. This also looked cheaper (plastic). The legs also have a nice matte finish and feel very solid. Thanks to the built-in chromecast, you can cast immediately. Remote control is ok. However, the buttons are a bit small and the number keys are at the top instead of at the bottom, which would have been nicer. I'm still missing a button to quickly zap to the previous channel, but maybe I haven't discovered it yet. I am curious how long the remote control will last, but that is mainly due to the small (vulnerable?) buttons. As far as software is concerned, it is still being discovered. I find the process of adding apps a bit tricky, but once you get used to it, it's not that bad. And you don't often do that once they're installed. Voice calls are well monitored. Also a nice feature! So far very happy with it.

Review by:
Peter
Date:
16 December 2021
Translation:
Automatically translated from Dutch

Review is 8,8 out of 10.

Great TV and highly recommended

Excellent photo quality
Excellent sound quality
Deep colors
Manual

The Sony X80J 55" Smart TV (Google TV) shows what Sony stands for. The set-up process went without problems and is even easy for a layman to go through. The remote control is neat and clear. The power adapter is built into the TV This saves space behind your TV cabinet. The legs of the TV are easy to install, but I prefer mounting it on the wall. If you leave the TV on its legs, it tilts back a bit. My first impression of the design of this TV is that it looks cheap, not something I'm used to from Sony.

First of all, I was amazed at the image that was conjured up even with SD channels. A huge difference with the previous Sony that was already 5 years old. Thanks to the Motionflow XR, the picture quality of this TV is so beautiful and you can enjoy smooth and sharp details, even with fast-moving images. In a word breathtaking. Together with the Dolby Vision which brings the scenes to life and Dolby Atmos which provides the room with surround sound, it is like being in your own cinema. You're not watching a movie, you're in the middle of it.

I always thought the image of my old Sony TV was perfect, but live TV in 4k really takes it a step further and to think that this is not yet in HDR. With TRILUMINOS PRO™ and 4K HDR Processor X1™, more than a billion colors come to life and you can definitely see it. Enjoy lifelike colors. Everything is an experience and so intense, really beautiful. For HDR content, we went to look at some Netflix series and Disney + series. We were amazed at what we got to see. I even found the maximum brightness a bit too high. I have therefore set this a bit lower, because at night the bright areas in a film are otherwise too bright.

I have paired my Google Assistant device for hands-free TV control. But personally I think this service doesn't work very well. You have to record short sentences for it to work. But this is nice but not important to me.

Streaming movies from my iPhone is so easy with the Chromecast built into the TV. Without compromising on quality, you can cast your favorite videos, games and apps from your mobile to the TV with the Chromecast built-in.

All in all, this TV is highly recommended.

Review by:
JoDo71
Date:
7 May 2021
Translation:
Automatically translated from Dutch

Review is 7,2 out of 10.

Good value for money

Chosen because ziggo app can be installed on this TV

Review by:
Anton
Date:
19 February 2022
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Insure your television

Coolblue takes care of everything, from taking out an insurance to repairs
For almost all accidents (such as a fall while moving houses)
More coverage in case of damage than your standard warranty
No deductible

How do I insure my television?

First, add your television to your shopping cart. On the next page, choose the Protection Plan below. You always have a 30-day return window and pay no deductible in case of damage.

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Specifications

Product

Product
	Product number	882332
	Manufacturer code	KD43X85JAEP
	Brand	Sony
	Processing of your defect	Via Coolblue
	Old product returned for free

Key properties

Key properties
	Image quality	Good
	Screen type	LED-LCD
	Screen size	43 inches
	Sharpness	4K (UHD)
	Refresh rate	100 Hz
	Color depth	17 million colors (8-bit)
	Recommended for television use	Optimal gaming, Stream series and movies, Watch standard channels

Screen extended

Screen extended
	Quality viewing angle	Standard
	Pixel structure	RGB
	Local dimming
	Type local dimming	Backlit
	HDR support
	Type of HDR	Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG
	Input lag	15 ms
	Neo QLED	No
	Sony Triluminos

Smart TV

Smart TV
	Smart TV
	Smart platform type	Extensive
	Smart platform	Google TV
	Guaranteed support with updates	24 months after release date
	Not supported popular apps	KPN
	Built-in WiFi
	Bluetooth
	DLNA
	AirPlay
	AirPlay version	AirPlay 2
	Chromecast built in
	Media player

Audio

Audio
	Built-in soundbar
	Number of speakers	2
	Continuous/nominal total output capacity (RMS)	20 W
	Subwoofer
	Sony Acoustic Surface
	Dolby Atmos support

Special properties

Special properties
	Sleep timer
	Light sensor
	Best tested
	Pivotable stand

Controls

Controls
	Controls via app
	Controlled via Android app
	Controlled via Apple app
	Voice control

Properties for use CI+ module

Properties for use CI+ module
	CI/CI+ slot
	Digital tuner
	Digital video signal	Cable (DVB-C), Digitenne (DVB-T), Digitenne (DVB-T2), Satellite (DVB-S), Satellite (DVB-S2)
	DVB-T Twin tuner
	DVB-S Twin tuner

Connectors

Connectors
	Antenna connector
	Female HDMI Type A port version	2.0b, 2.1
	Number of Female HDMI type A 2.1 ports	2
	HDMI eARC
	Digital optical connector
	Headphone jack
	USB port
	Component video connector
	Composite connector
	Network connector
	RCA connector
	VGA connector

Mount TV

Mount TV
	VESA mount option
	VESA mount	200x200mm
	Including TV mount

Energy consumption in kilowatt-hour

Energy consumption in kilowatt-hour
	Energy label	G
	Energy consumption per 1000h	64 kWh
	Energy consumption HDR per 1000h	95 kWh

Physical size and properties

Physical size and properties
	Color	Black
	Height	56,3 cm
	Width	96,4 cm
	Depth	6,9 cm
	Weight	10,2 kg
	Height including stand	62,8 cm
	Width including stand	96,4 cm
	Depth with stand	28,6 cm
	TV stand type	2 stands
	Leg stands adjustable in height
	Leg stands adjustable in width
	Stand height	6,5 cm
	Space between leg stands	66,5 cm
	Total weight including stand	10,7 kg
	Year introduced	2021
	Product line	X85J

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