Our verdict
Sony's Bravia 2 II is an LED-backlit LCD TV that aims to make ordinary broadcasts and streaming look clear on a large 65-inch screen. It runs Google TV, so streaming apps are built in. Sony's X-Reality PRO processing cleans up older or poorer-quality programmes, which helps with everything you watch on live TV. It has four HDMI connections, including eARC for sending full-quality sound to a soundbar. The trade-offs: the screen refreshes at a standard 50 or 60 times a second (50/60Hz), so there is no 120Hz mode for smoother games on a PS5 or Xbox Series X, bright scenes have less impact than on brighter TVs or OLED rivals, and the two 10W speakers are modest for a screen this size. Our price check found it at £1,099 for the 65-inch model on 1 August 2026.
Buy it if
- You want a large, clear picture for everyday television and streaming
- You watch a lot of older or lower-quality programmes that benefit from clean-up processing
- You have compared it with similarly priced alternatives and the drawbacks suit your routine
Skip it if
- You play a PS5 or Xbox Series X and want the smoothest gaming
- You watch in a bright room and want punchy bright scenes
- You expect good sound without buying a soundbar
How it would fit your home
Everyday television
Sony's picture processing is at its most useful with live TV, catch-up and older programmes that are not high quality.
Sport and family viewing
Smoother movement helps when the ball moves fast, and a 65-inch screen fills a family living room.
Premium console gaming
If you want the smoothest gaming, a TV with a higher refresh rate and newer HDMI ports is a better match.
The details, in plain English
Watching television and films
The clearest benefit is a clear picture that suits a large screen. Sony's X-Reality PRO is picture processing that cleans up older or poorer-quality programmes, so live TV and older shows look tidier. Smoother movement helps with sport and games. Bright scenes have less impact than on brighter TVs or OLED rivals, so it suits normal lighting better than a very sunny room.
Connections and gaming
There are four HDMI connections, enough for a set-top box, a console and a soundbar, and the eARC one sends full-quality sound to a soundbar. The screen refreshes at 50 or 60 times a second (50/60Hz). A PS5 or Xbox Series X can output up to 120Hz for smoother motion in supported games, which this TV cannot show, so it is a weaker fit for keen gamers. For casual gaming and everyday viewing it is fine.
Sound
The two 10W built-in speakers are unlikely to match the size of the picture. That is common for slim TVs. If you care about film soundtracks or hearing dialogue clearly, budget for a soundbar. A soundbar connected through HDMI is the usual fix, and it adds to the £1,099 price. Plan for that cost if sound matters to you, and listen to a demonstration in a shop if you can.
Value at 65 inches
At £1,099 for 65 inches, this is a mid-priced TV. Compare it with similarly priced alternatives at the same 65-inch size, then weigh brightness, refresh rate and sound against what you will use every day. Sony's own picture processing and smoother movement are the reasons to choose it, and price is the reason to compare it with other 65-inch models. Weigh what you watch most, then decide whether brightness or gaming matters more.
Strengths and drawbacks
What it does well
- A clear 4K picture suited to a large 65-inch screen
- X-Reality PRO processing cleans up older or poorer-quality programmes
- Google TV built in, so streaming apps are ready to use
- Four HDMI connections, including eARC for a soundbar
What to watch out for
- A 50/60Hz screen: no 120Hz mode for the smoothest console games
- Bright scenes have less impact than on brighter TVs or OLED rivals
- Two 10W speakers are modest for a 65-inch picture
We compare the Bravia 2 II at 65 inches so screen size cannot disguise a price difference. Screen type, brightness and motion handling then decide the better fit.
Make the Sony Bravia 2 II easier to live with
Add-ons that answer a drawback we named above. Check compatibility with your exact model before buying.
Solves: two 10W speakers are modest for a 65-inch picture
Sonos Beam (Gen 2) Reviewed by us
A reviewed dialogue-focused soundbar can address the named weak built-in sound. Judge voices at your normal volume and include its cost before choosing the TV.
Check first: No separate bass box included; use compatible TV ARC/eARC or the manufacturer’s optical adapter. Confirm the TV’s exact outputs and plan the occupied HDMI socket.
Solves: two 10W speakers are modest for a 65-inch picture
Hisense HS3100 Reviewed by us
A lower-recorded-cost reviewed soundbar with a centre speaker and included subwoofer can help voices and film weight if there is room for the bass box.
Check first: Needs floor space and a separate socket for the bass box. Check HDMI ARC or optical output; the review says it is not a very loud large-room system.
Alternatives we have reviewed
| Product | Our verdict | Price | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
 Sony Bravia 2 II (this one) | A sensible 65-inch TV for everyday viewing and sport, but a weak fit for premium console gaming and bright-scene impact. | £1,09965-inch model, Price recorded 1 Aug 2026 | Check price |
 Sony Bravia 3 | Consider the Bravia 3 for everyday viewing and Google TV, but not if 4K 120Hz gaming is the reason you are upgrading. | £1,299RRP · 65-inch model, RRP recorded 12 Oct 2026 | Check price |
 Sony Bravia 5 | Worth considering for Sony's XR processor and natural-looking picture, provided you check that the 65-inch model and its two HDMI 2.1 sockets suit your setup. | £1,699RRP · 65-inch model, RRP recorded 12 Oct 2026 | Check price |
 Hisense E7Q Pro | A value pick for gamers who want a big screen and several fast HDMI inputs, so long as you accept weaker built-in sound and brightness than dearer sets | £1,199RRP · 65-inch model, RRP recorded 12 Oct 2026 | Check price |
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Where our findings come from
Research-based review. We checked the exact product against the official and independent sources listed below. Specifications and measurements come from those sources, and we have not tested this TV ourselves. Our search of Sony UK's page did not return detailed specifications, so check them before you buy.