Full Review
Introduction
The Sony KDL-55EX720 ($2399 MSRP) is an LED-edgelit LCD capable of 3D display. These second-gen 3D TVs are finally coming down in price, but we’re still not sold on the whole headache & eyestrain thing. That said, this TV has a great core performance and outstanding streaming content, which might be enough to sway you.
Editorial Note: This is a review of the Sony Bravia KDL-55EX720. Test results are for this model, but should indicate the general performance of other sizes in the KDL-xxEX720 series. The KDL-xxEX720 series includes the following models: KDL-32EX720, KDL-40EX720, KDL-46EX720, KDL-55EX720 and KDL-60EX720. Read here for more details on series differences.
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Page 1
Tour & Design
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Page 2
Blacks & Whites
The TV has outstanding contrast ratio but terrible screen uniformity. Read More... |
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Color Accuracy
A great color performance, overall. Read More... |
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Motion
A strong motion performance and good resolution scaling. Read More... |
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3D
The 3D performance is improved, but we still have issues with this technology. Read More... |
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Viewing Effects
Average viewing angle for an LCD TV. Read More... |
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Calibration
Learn about the calibration settings for the Sony Bravia KDL-55EX720. Read More... |
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Connectivity
There are lots of ports for new devices, but scant options for older devices. Read More... |
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Audio & Menus
Rather good audio, but the redesigned menus are terrible! Read More... |
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Page 10
Multimedia & Internet
Another huge list of streaming movies and music, plus some great bonuses for 2011. Read More... |
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Power Consumption
Great power efficiency. Read More... |
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Vs Sony KDL-55NX810
 We compare the KDL-55EX720 to the KDL-55NX810. Read More... |
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Vs Samsung UN46C7100
 We compare the KDL-55EX720 to the UN46C7100. Read More... |
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Vs Panasonic TC-P50VT20
 We compare the KDL-55EX720 to the TC-P50VT20. Read More... |
Page 15
Conclusion
Read our final conclusion of the Sony Bravia KDL-55EX720. Read More... |
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Page 16
Series Comparison
Read about the difference between the models in the KDL-xxEX720 series Read More... |
Page 17
Photo Gallery
See photos of the Sony Bravia KDL-55EX720 Read More... |
Part 18
Comments
Read what people are saying about the Sony Bravia KDL-55EX720. Add your comments... |
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