I saw Sony's Bravia 9 II up close and it completely shattered my expectations — here’s why it’s the king of RGB TVs
The Sony Bravia 9 II has impressed with its advanced Mini-LED technology and True RGB capabilities. It offers a bright display with minimal blooming, enhancing the viewing experience. Available in various sizes, the pricing is more accessible than expected for a premium TV.
- ▪The Bravia 9 II features nearly 4,000 nits of brightness with virtually no light spillage.
- ▪It utilizes the RGB Backlight Master Drive Pro for improved color accuracy.
- ▪The TV will be available in June, ranging from a 65-inch model to a 115-inch display.
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TVs I saw Sony's Bravia 9 II up close and it completely shattered my expectations — here’s why it’s the king of RGB TVs Hands-On By Kate Kozuch published 27 May 2026 This is a Mini-LED miracle When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Future) Jump to: Price and availability Early test results Design Outlook Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Powered by True RGB, Sony’s answer to the RGB backlighting revolution sweeping the TV industry, the Bravia 9 II feels like a masterclass in Mini-LED.But the road here started with the original Bravia 9 and its groundbreaking 22-bit mini-LED driver.
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