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Sony KD70X690E 70 Inch 4K Ultra HD Smart LED TV 2017 Model
Last Updated: February 28, 2019 (Refresh Now)
7.1
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
277
Old Reviews
0
Unverified
40
Spam Test
PASS
4K
RESOLUTION
LED
TYPE
60 Hz
REFRESH RATE
Yes
HDMI
Review Analysis - 237 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Picture Quality
67quality, sony, tv, sound, picture and sound
+96%
-4%
" ... Beautiful picture and good audio from the set, but we are going to connect it to our home theater audio tomorrow. ... "
" ... Very happy with picture quality and price!! ... "
" ... Picture quality - just OK ... "
" ... Crisp picture and good color quality, glare is a serious problem but easy to manage if you set the room up right. ... "
" ... The picture is fantastic and the sound is great as well. ... "
" ... Picture is Amazing! ... "
" ... Picture is fantastic and sound is pretty good for a flat screen! ... "
" ... Great picture and sound quality! ... "
Price
31tv, money, value, waste, worth
+87%
-13%
" ... This is a great TV for the price. ... "
" ... I was excited when I came across this one for a reasonable price. ... "
" ... Great TV for the money ... "
" ... Great tv for the money. ... "
" ... I recommend this purchase for the price and size. ... "
" ... Fair price comparable to the discount stores. ... "
" ... This tv is perfect for the price. ... "
" ... Great TV - great price. ... "
Software Platform
30apps, netflix, sony, youtube, smart tv
+47%
-53%
" ... 2) No Web Browser ... "
" ... This tv is not worth purchasing it constantly freezes and loses network now I am not able to put in password for network without going thru whole set up process I purchased it 8 months ago and wish I could get my money back ... "
" ... The TV cannot connect to Wifi anymore and neither using USB to upgrade the software version. ... "
" ... The picture is cloudy, and it lacks the ability to download applications. ... "
" ... Started rebooting and then failed with a blink code. ... "
" ... Only 14 apps and no App store, 10 being absolutely useless,one of them for the South East Asian market, sorry but I don't speak Malaysian or any other exotic languages . ... "
" ... This tv is so bad, Sony has to fix all the technical bugs and issues when using Netflix and Youtube. ... "
" ... Once I turn on TV work for 30 to 40 minutes then it start freeze. ... "
Resolution
29tv, hdr, sony, picture, hd
+83%
-17%
" ... Excellent picture quality with 4k. ... "
" ... for under $1200 for 70 inch Sony 4K TV . ... "
" ... Yet to find out if 4K works well, since I don't have 4K contents. ... "
" ... It's like you can reach into the screen it's so sharp and clear even with non 4K content. ... "
" ... The 4K picture on this TV is absolutely stunning and I have not had any problems people have been experiencing below . ... "
" ... This is my first HD TV. ... "
" ... My regular old Vizio 1080p HDTV that cost half what this TV costs actually looks better than this "HDR" 4K TV does. ... I could have bought a plain old 4K TV for a fraction of the price I spend on this "HDR" 4K TV, and probably got local dimming to boot. ... "
" ... Purchased this television on black Friday 2017, thinking that a SONY television would be an upgrade to my old Plasma TV ... After filing a warranty claim with SONY, and uploading 7 pictures of the screen, I was told that the TV was "functioning within specifications" over and over. ... "
Sound Quality
27picture, tv, speakers, picture and sound, sounds
+96%
-4%
" ... I can sit at the sound board, mute the audio input (the sound board we have is analog, by the way), turn off the TV screen (TV still "on", however) and cue up what I want on the computer. ... Sound isn't super great as compared to the house system, but not bad. ... "
" ... There are way more brads which have better sound quality, more smart function and cheaper price compare this brand. ... "
" ... Sound is average. ... "
" ... Beautiful picture and quality tv it just the speakers are located at the bottom of television and it makes it sound low and muffled ... "
" ... Great picture and sound quality! ... "
" ... Great TV great sound nothing epic or something that makes you say WOW but good overall quality TV. ... "
" ... The picture is fantastic and the sound is great as well. ... I honestly do not feel the need for a sound bar. ... "
" ... They helped with the audio hook-up and even though the sound was fine just with the TV I will begin researching all the new sound systems that are available. ... "
Display Clarity
24tv, black, television, several, picture
+54%
-46%
" ... Picture quality is good however keep having problems with the TV screen. ... "
" ... Overall this was a great purchase and a great upgrade from my 40” Black Friday tv from ages ago ... "
" ... Great screen for the price ... "
" ... 60" Screen size is really great. ... "
" ... The glare is minimal and the smoothness of the refresh rate is perfect. ... "
" ... It is really a nice television with great screen and sound quality. ... "
" ... Excellent television for general purpose viewing. ... "
" ... A 60” 4K display for under 700$? ... "
Device Compatibility
24smart, monitor, wi, though, television
+67%
-33%
" ... If you have a smart phone, you can install Sony's media remote application (as long as your phone and television are connected to the same network). ... This television also immediately recognized and was able to access local media available via DLNA media server (enabled in a Buffalo Technology NAS device. ... which is labeled with its ARC capability). ... "
" ... I can say I would probably miss some of the features my Samsung smart TV has if I were to have this for my personal TV at home. ... "
" ... all you need to do with a 4K like this is to hook it up to an AppleTV, Xbox, or a Roku, or myriad devices that enable both “smart” features and platform-appropriate programming. ... Good for Sony for getting away from the Android racket, at least on this TV. ... until that point the set worked with the iPhone and with Google phones. ... "
" ... Was very impressed with the tv. ... "
" ... Really great TV ... "
" ... PLEASE EXCHANGE WITH A GOOD TV. ... "
" ... Very happy with the TV. ... "
" ... Use it has an office monitor. ... "
Apps
21youtube, netflix, app, pre, pandora
+48%
-52%
" ... 1) You can not stream YouTube for more then 5 minutes. ... "
" ... The picture is cloudy, and it lacks the ability to download applications. ... "
" ... Only 14 apps and no App store, 10 being absolutely useless,one of them for the South East Asian market, sorry but I don't speak Malaysian or any other exotic languages . ... "
" ... so I used the Photo Sharing app on my iPhone which worked, but afterwards, when I tried to use the TV the next day, it was stuck on useless screens and the apps did not work anymore. ... I could not get into Youtube or Netflix . ... "
" ... Only has Netflix and YouTube which would be fine if either worked with any consistency. ... "
" ... One complaint is the amazon app. ... "
Product Reliability
213 months, months, last, sony, ups
+33%
-67%
" ... Had TV for 3 days and sent it back. ... "
" ... TV only lasted 7 months before sound stopped working. ... "
" ... TV stopped working after nine months. ... "
" ... I bought this in March of 2018, only 3 months ago, and I have a blue vertical line I can't get rid of. ... "
" ... I have this TV for a little over a month now and this has happened about 10 times already. ... "
" ... I've only had the tv for 3 months now I have a massive black line on the top of the tv the only way to move it up is when I zoom then I can't see the people s face ... "
" ... I dislike this product because it stop working tonight ... "
" ... It broke after only a few days (maybe 15 hours of use, power light blinking 6 times) and I had to put it back in the original box and bring it up to a UPS drop off point to return it. ... "
Marketplace
18amazon, good, thanks, service, seller
+78%
-22%
" ... Well Amazon did it's magic. ... "
" ... I got it at almost half off during Amazon's black Friday deals. ... "
" ... Thanks for your excellent service! ... "
" ... Picture is bright and great. ... "
" ... The picture is great and the stand is very sturdy. ... "
" ... I saw this on amazon's Black Friday deal and got it for 648$ and I am very please thus far. ... "
" ... Thanks for your excellent service! ... "
" ... The picture is pretty good. ... "
Setup
15set, took, tv, trial, technicians
+100%
" ... Easy to install ... "
" ... The two technicians were very polite and asked and answered all of the questions that I had with my new TV. ... Through the installation delay I remain a loyal Amazon and Sony customer. ... "
" ... Set up and programing was very easy (took less than 30 min's). ... "
" ... If you follow the instructions on the box it comes out easily and safely. ... Setup was a breeze, only requiring a Philips Head screwdriver to mount the base. ... "
" ... Called it in for service, waiting for technician to call. ... "
" ... Set-up was relatively easy. ... "
" ... Couldnt ask for more. ... "
" ... Setting up the TV is simple too. ... "
Color
15color, blacks, vivid, settings, scene
+67%
-33%
" ... Sony is 2nd to NONE in deep rich BLACKS and vibrant color spectrums! ... "
" ... Wish the colors were a tad better but im happy overall with the purchase. ... "
" ... Amazing color, picture, and features. ... "
" ... Watching Jessica Jones on Netflix, even if only for the saturation, contrast, and vividness was a delight. ... "
" ... Just like being in the movie myself, great picture and color. ... "
" ... The TV has a great picture, blacks are really good. ... "
" ... Crisp picture and good color quality, glare is a serious problem but easy to manage if you set the room up right. ... "
" ... Crisp picture and good color quality, glare is a serious problem but easy to manage if you set the room up right. ... "
Ease of Use
12set, took, super, programing, min
+100%
" ... They give you a set date and time for delivery and very easy to set up. ... "
" ... Easy to hook up the Wifi. ... "
" ... It is easy to use after a setup. ... "
" ... Super packaging, easy to unpack and set up. ... "
" ... Set up and programing was very easy (took less than 30 min's). ... "
" ... Easy to install ... "
" ... Set up and programing was very easy (took less than 30 min's). ... "
" ... I couldn't believe it was so easy! ... "
Remote
12tv, control, button, click, universal
+50%
-50%
" ... Used to have to find the xbox remote, turn it on, change input on the tv etc to get started and now it's just a click of a button amazing, But other reviews complaining about the speakers are correct, they rattle even at low volumes. ... "
" ... 3) Remote is crappy ... "
" ... No remote button or even the power buttons on the TV can bring it back. ... "
Ports
10hdmi, via, arc, input, hdmi ports
+40%
-60%
" ... The TV cannot connect to Wifi anymore and neither using USB to upgrade the software version. ... "
" ... My only gripe with this TV is that it only has 3 HDMI inputs. ... "
" ... second week and one of the HDMI port stops working ... "
" ... First thing, had to unplug the power, and plug it back in to get it to come on, then whenever would first turn it on, it would have a pink screen, had to change channel then back to get it to go away. ... "
" ... The only issue sometimes I have is the fact the Tv will HDMI is doesn’t support the direct tv program content . ... "
Returns
9returned, refund, amazon, unit, seller
+11%
-89%
" ... I returned it for another. ... Returned the second one for a full refund. ... "
" ... I returned the product ... "
" ... I returned it after 1 day, don't buy it. ... "
" ... At least the seller accepted my return though, and I should get a refund once they receive it. ... "
" ... At least the seller accepted my return though, and I should get a refund once they receive it. ... "
Product As Described
9good, pretty, amazing
+89%
-11%
" ... It has a great picture! ... "
" ... The picture is great and the stand is very sturdy. ... "
" ... The picture is pretty good. ... "
" ... Picture is bright and great. ... "
" ... First let me state, the picture is exquisite!!!! ... "
" ... Just an amazing picture. ... "
Delivery
9delivery, delivered, shipping, days, arrived
+78%
-22%
" ... great delivery guys who unpacked it, set in place and made sure it powered up. ... "
" ... It was packaged well, and was well-protected in the box. ... "
" ... I really liked the delivery and removal of packing material. ... "
" ... Set was delivered 5 days late!! ... "
" ... Been a couple days works great with great delivery service. ... "
" ... Shipping was fast. ... "
Capacity
7tv, room, bedroom, mostly
+100%
" ... Since buying a house, my wife and I have wanted to buy a larger TV for our family room, which has a built-in entertainment center. ... (Now residing in the living room) ... "
" ... My regular TV that I watch mostly in my living room is a OLEG tv, supposedly the top standard of today. ... "
" ... Great for living room at price ... "
" ... I would definitely recommend this TV for anyone looking for a similar application, such as as school or in a large conference room in a business. ... "
" ... We use it in the living room mostly for streaming. ... "
" ... It continues to dazzle and amaze despite now being transferred into my bedroom. ... "
Screen Protection
7several, thin, side, see, lines
+14%
-86%
" ... then while routinely wiping the screen down with a soft cloth after spraying it wil water, I heard a pop, which I paid little attention to until later, when there was a streak of annoying light along the right side of the screen. ... When I looked at it closely I could see that there was a gap of abouit 1/8" along the fight side between the screen and the frame. ... "
" ... My first order of this TV, the screen came with several cracks which all convened to one spot at the bottom of the screen. ... The second one came, powered it on, and I see a flickering screen with several black lines. ... "
" ... I set it up on the wall and turned it on to find that the screen is broken. ... "
" ... I noticed it has several pixels that do not work in an odd shaped group just off center of the screen. ... "
" ... I read the reviews regarding the 'cloudiness' of the screen, but figured it wouldn't be a big issue. ... "
" ... -scratches on the left side ... "
Video Playback
6netflix, tv, movies, fine, youtube
+67%
-33%
" ... movies and TV. ... "
" ... TV is fine, watching netflix is great. ... "
" ... Video/audio quality in the applications I use (Netflix, Pandora, Amazon video) were fine. ... "
Network
6third, signal, satellite, party, ironically
+50%
-50%
" ... This tv is not worth purchasing it constantly freezes and loses network now I am not able to put in password for network without going thru whole set up process I purchased it 8 months ago and wish I could get my money back ... "
" ... It's just a few feet from the router and still can't connect. ... "
Features
4smart
+75%
-25%
" ... Have not used the "smart" features yet, but this weekend will give them a go. ... "
" ... There is a lot of reviews on this tv about not having certain features that it claims. ... "
Wifi
4update, wi fi, wi, connect, youtube
+75%
-25%
" ... At first i opted out of the "smart" capabilities, changed my mind later and set it up for the internet (wifi). ... "
" ... The television's integrated WiFi immediately recognized and connected to the router (it will also connect via Ethernet, which I did not try). ... "
" ... Easy to hook up the Wifi. ... "
Camera
4good
+100%
" ... My granddaughters love the cameras. ... "
" ... It also does not have a camera and other things that spy on you so I appreciate that as well. ... "
" ... They said it take a week to replace it after I send pictures and they verify the pictures. ... "
Build Quality
4sony, really, picture, looks
+75%
-25%
" ... The picture is great and the stand is very sturdy. ... "
" ... The Japanese Sony Company still corners the market on Television design quality and longevity regardless of where it is manufactured. ... "
" ... Overall this is a great TV other than the strong plastic smell right out of the box. ... "
Lagging
3reset, 15
-100%
" ... It starts as a slight delay and gets worse until the tv is turned off and restarted. ... "
" ... Nothing works when it freezes. ... "
" ... Some time video start in 5, 10, 15 minutes and freeze with in 15 second. ... I do not ave time to do factory reset every time. ... "
Cleaning
3side, along
+33%
-67%
" ... then while routinely wiping the screen down with a soft cloth after spraying it wil water, I heard a pop, which I paid little attention to until later, when there was a streak of annoying light along the right side of the screen. ... "
Design
3thin, really, look
+100%
" ... Looks great for Formula One, baseball. ... "
" ... The bezel is very thin for a TV and it looks very classy. ... "
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Specifications
Connectivity
HDMI: Yes
Display
Resolution: 4K
Type: LED
Refresh Rate: 60 Hz