9.7 out of 10

Sony KDL-40X3500

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Best Price: £535

  • User Score (20)
    9.4 9.4 from 20 reviewers
  • Expert Score (9)
    8.9 8.9 from 9 reviewers
  • Design (1)
    8.4 8.4 from 1 reviewers
  • Features (2)
    9.9 9.9 from 2 reviewers
  • Ease of use (7)
    9.2 9.2 from 7 reviewers
  • Sound quality (7)
    10 10 from 7 reviewers
  • Buzz Index: 5/5
  • Activity: 1/5

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Review Summary

The Sony KDL-40X3500, according to rumours, boosts all of the latest technologies such as 100Hz motion, true HD 1080p panel and 1080p/24 support. It has been noted that the KDL40X3500 shares quite a few similarities with the cheaper W3000 series, in terms of connectivity and user interface. A few advantages or features that have been appreciated the most are the fact that the 100Hz motion works without introducing nasty interpolation artifacts. It has excellent blacks and shadow detail with accurate colours together with excellent decoding. A certain reviewer praised the Sony KDL-40X3500 by saying that due to excellent blacks and shadow detail, accurate colours, exquisite high-def resolution and above all motion interpolation that works, Sony KDL40X3500 is the best (picture-wise) LCD TV that he has tested so far. Hdtvtest.co.uk concluded that just like the W3000 series, this television delivers excellent black level and shadow detail, accurate colours and exquisite HD detail. But because of better motion resolution afforded by Motionflow 100Hz, the Sony KDL40X3500 supersedes the KDL40W3000 as the best. Reviewers and users were found to complain about its average video processing. Its auto- dimming unless the Game/Text Mode is engaged is also something they complained about. The price set for this LCD in the market is also higher than competing models with similar specs which is somehow not affordable to some.

  • 6.2 Mega Pixel resolution from Sony’s 10 Bit LCD panel for stunning picture quality
  • BRAVIA Engine Pro for greater picture definition
  • Live Colour Creation and x.v.Colour technology produ…

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  1. Sony Bravia KDL-40X3500

    Reviewer: CNET
    3 weeks ago
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    Although it doesn't have the sharpest image or the deepest blacks, this TV is still a powerhouse of performance when considered as a whole. Both the picture and sound will please most potential owners and the design will sell it to people who want something slightly different in their lounge Read more

  2. Sony KDL40X3500

    Reviewer: HDTVTest
    06 November 2007

    Due to excellent blacks and shadow detail, accurate colours, exquisite high-def resolution and above all motion interpolation that works, Sony KDL40X3500 is the best (picture-wise) LCD TV I've tested so far. Read more

  1. Reviewer: woz, Recommended Buys UK
    03 August 2008
    Overall 10
    10
     

    The Best LCD by far!!!! Read more

  1. Sony KDL40X3500 Review

    Please discuss the Sony KDL40X3500 review in this thread. Warmest regards Vincent

    forum.hdtvtest.co.uk: 06 November 2007 Read more

  2. LE40F86BD - LE40F86BDX Whats the difference?

    Much appreciated Vincent, just one further question. If you could afford either, which LCD would you buy LE40F86BD or Sony KDL40x3500? Alan.

    forum.hdtvtest.co.uk: 10 February 2008 Read more

  3. Sony KDL40W3000 Review

    Hi, new to the forums! I was just about to purchase this TV but noticed some people are waiting for the Sony KDL40X3500 review? As ever, I am confused at to what the differences are supposed' to be? Anybody help? Thanks, Rob.

    forum.hdtvtest.co.uk: 01 November 2007 Read more

  4. Plz help me choose my new hdtv

    forum.hdtvtest.co.uk: 07 September 2007 Read more

  5. Sony KDLX3500 / 5 Year Warranty Price Crash

    But the prices have tumbled - look at this!!! Sony KDL40X3500 / 5 Year Warranty £1699 Sony KDL46X3500 / 5 Year Warranty £2049 Sony KDL52X3500 / 5 Year Warranty £2799 Bargains to be had if this TV is anything like it is cracked up to be - see also review: HDTV Review

    forum.hdtvtest.co.uk: 17 October 2007 Read more

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