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There’s big-screen TV and then there’s the Sony BRAVIA 5 K98XR55BP. With its truly cinematic screen, backed by extensive picture tech, TV simply doesn’t get more engulfing than this.
Welcome to the cinema, at home
Featuring a screen that’s the equal of many projector systems, the Sony BRAVIA 5 98” is a cinematic masterpiece. Making the most of its vast scale, Sony’s rich heritage in studio monitor design, brings further unique benefits to the picture quality. Mini LED technology, powered by Sony’s AI-enhanced XR Backlight Master Drive produces supremely rich and lifelike images. Audio is crisp and works seamlessly with Sony’s BRAVIA soundbar and speaker range. Factor in the fully equipped Google TV and game-changing play features and you’ve a TV that wants for nothing.
Mini LED with XR Backlight Master Drive for bright and beautiful images
Using its extensive professional studio knowledge, the Sony BRAVIA 5 K98XR55BP delivers images exactly as the creators intended. Featuring a bank of Mini LEDs, driven by Sony’s XR Backlight Master Drive, the full screen array is intensively controlled by AI-enhanced processing. This lets you enjoy incredible contrast, brightness and detail and makes the picture more lifelike and closer to the film makers’ intentions than ever.
Vivid yet lifelike colour
As well as being bright and detailed, this Sony BRAVIA 5 benefits from incredible, real-world colour. Sony’s expansive XR Triluminos Pro colour palette faithfully reproduces the slightest differences in shade, saturation and hue, making the colour as natural as possible.
Super-smooth motion, from everything you watch
Ideal for older movies and TV dramas, Sony’s XR Clear Image uses zone and frame analysis to minimise noise and blur, bringing the content as close to 4K clarity as possible. For blur-free viewing, Sony’s XR Motion Clarity technology keeps the action flowing smoothly. Using powerful processing to strike the perfect balance between ultimate detail and the smoothest motion, it’s ideal for action movies and fast-moving sports events.
Picture settings collaboration with the top studios
For the optimal picture, from a wide variety of studios, the BRAVIA 5 features a range of dedicated picture modes. IMAX Enhanced and Dolby Vision compatibility help deliver the famous cinematic vision that both names are associated with. Calibrated modes for Sony PICTURES CORE, Netflix and Prime Video take picture optimisation to the top brands in video streaming. Being Calman Ready, this TV is also ideal for those who wish to calibrate their TV to truly professional levels.
Acoustic Multi-Audio for dynamic sound
Sony’s unique Acoustic Multi-Audio speaker system enhances the sync between what you see and what you hear. Frame speakers pinpoint the sound to the action, heightening the sense of connection and realism. Front-facing speakers at the base of the TV, push the sound into the room, making you feel more immersed by the onscreen action.
Audio enhancements to suit your viewing
Ideal for countering muffled dialogue, Sony’s Voice Zoom 3 uses AI machine learning to make speech and commentary as clear as possible. Featuring 3D Surround Upscaling, this Sony TV takes a regular audio signal and creates a virtual surround sound effect – making you feel more immersed in the action. Combine this TV with compatible Sony soundbars, wearable speaker or selected headphones and enjoy Dolby Atmos / DTS:X and simulated surround sound via 360 Spatial Sound Mapping.
Timeless One Slate design
With its One Slate design incorporating a Flush Surface, the Sony BRAVIA 5 has a smooth, timeless style. The compact remote control is easy to clean and made from 80% recycled plastics. If you’re gaming, the PS Remote Play app lets you connect to your PS5 or PS4 remotely – perfect for when the console is in another room, and you don’t want to move it around.
Smart TV from Google TV
Using Google’s world-class interface, Google TV makes it easy to access this Sony TV’s Smart features. Providing access to over 400,000 movies and TV episodes and over 10,000 apps and games, Google TV covers all the Smart entertainment you need. With access to Netflix, YouTube, Amazon Prime, Apple TV and Disney+, all your favourite streaming services are covered. Customise your home screen with the apps you use the most, enjoy recommendations, curate your movie nights and even add to your watch list via your smartphone – Google TV makes sense of Smart TV.
Share content via Google Cast and AirPlay 2
Featuring built-in Google Cast and Apple AirPlay 2, you can share what’s on your smartphone or tablet’s screen with everyone in the room. Ideally suited to Android and Apple devices, these technologies let you wirelessly stream video content directly to the TV.
Game on
Now with Game Menu 2, the BRAVIA 5 makes gaming a breeze. All your gaming essentials are in one place, and with Gaming Multi-View, you can game on one side of the screen, while watching a YouTube walkthrough video on the other – it’s a real game-changer. With HDMI 2.1 support (via two of the sockets), this Sony is also covered for gaming essentials. Support for 4K/120Hz, VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) and ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) ensures responsive gameplay and vibrant colour. Connect to your PS5 and you get to unlock exclusive features. Auto HDR Tone Mapping and Auto Genre Picture Mode mean your PS5 is served better than ever by this Sony TV.
Sony PICTURES CORE for cinematic streaming
Sony’s PICTURES CORE is a premium streaming app that’s a cut above the rest. With hundreds of movies, from classics to the latest releases, PICTURES CORE has something for everyone. Compatible with resolution up to 4K HDR, detail is pin-sharp. Sony’s Pure Stream system streams movies at up to 80Mbps – similar to a 4K UHD Blu-ray player – against the average of 15-25Mbps. It’s also compatible with IMAX Enhanced, giving you the most cinematic sound and vision.
Upgrade to your own private cinema, with the Sony BRAVIA 5 K98XR55BP.
Please note, this Smart TV features third party Apps. These Apps may be modified or withdrawn at any time. There may also be a delay in launching some of the featured Apps. Catch-up TV Apps may vary by region. The function and availability of apps is not covered by the manufacturer’s or Richer Sounds’ guarantee.
Please note, this TV does not feature the Freeview Play catch-up service.
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Welcome to the cinema, at home
Featuring a screen that’s the equal of many projector systems, the Sony BRAVIA 5 98” is a cinematic masterpiece. Making the most of its vast scale, Sony’s rich heritage in studio monitor design, brings further unique benefits to the picture quality. Mini LED technology, powered by Sony’s AI-enhanced XR Backlight Master Drive produces supremely rich and lifelike images. Audio is crisp and works seamlessly with Sony’s BRAVIA soundbar and speaker range. Factor in the fully equipped Google TV and game-changing play features and you’ve a TV that wants for nothing.
Mini LED with XR Backlight Master Drive for bright and beautiful images
Using its extensive professional studio knowledge, the Sony BRAVIA 5 K98XR55BP delivers images exactly as the creators intended. Featuring a bank of Mini LEDs, driven by Sony’s XR Backlight Master Drive, the full screen array is intensively controlled by AI-enhanced processing. This lets you enjoy incredible contrast, brightness and detail and makes the picture more lifelike and closer to the film makers’ intentions than ever.
Vivid yet lifelike colour
As well as being bright and detailed, this Sony BRAVIA 5 benefits from incredible, real-world colour. Sony’s expansive XR Triluminos Pro colour palette faithfully reproduces the slightest differences in shade, saturation and hue, making the colour as natural as possible.
Super-smooth motion, from everything you watch
Ideal for older movies and TV dramas, Sony’s XR Clear Image uses zone and frame analysis to minimise noise and blur, bringing the content as close to 4K clarity as possible. For blur-free viewing, Sony’s XR Motion Clarity technology keeps the action flowing smoothly. Using powerful processing to strike the perfect balance between ultimate detail and the smoothest motion, it’s ideal for action movies and fast-moving sports events.
Picture settings collaboration with the top studios
For the optimal picture, from a wide variety of studios, the BRAVIA 5 features a range of dedicated picture modes. IMAX Enhanced and Dolby Vision compatibility help deliver the famous cinematic vision that both names are associated with. Calibrated modes for Sony PICTURES CORE, Netflix and Prime Video take picture optimisation to the top brands in video streaming. Being Calman Ready, this TV is also ideal for those who wish to calibrate their TV to truly professional levels.
Acoustic Multi-Audio for dynamic sound
Sony’s unique Acoustic Multi-Audio speaker system enhances the sync between what you see and what you hear. Frame speakers pinpoint the sound to the action, heightening the sense of connection and realism. Front-facing speakers at the base of the TV, push the sound into the room, making you feel more immersed by the onscreen action.
Audio enhancements to suit your viewing
Ideal for countering muffled dialogue, Sony’s Voice Zoom 3 uses AI machine learning to make speech and commentary as clear as possible. Featuring 3D Surround Upscaling, this Sony TV takes a regular audio signal and creates a virtual surround sound effect – making you feel more immersed in the action. Combine this TV with compatible Sony soundbars, wearable speaker or selected headphones and enjoy Dolby Atmos / DTS:X and simulated surround sound via 360 Spatial Sound Mapping.
Timeless One Slate design
With its One Slate design incorporating a Flush Surface, the Sony BRAVIA 5 has a smooth, timeless style. The compact remote control is easy to clean and made from 80% recycled plastics. If you’re gaming, the PS Remote Play app lets you connect to your PS5 or PS4 remotely – perfect for when the console is in another room, and you don’t want to move it around.
Smart TV from Google TV
Using Google’s world-class interface, Google TV makes it easy to access this Sony TV’s Smart features. Providing access to over 400,000 movies and TV episodes and over 10,000 apps and games, Google TV covers all the Smart entertainment you need. With access to Netflix, YouTube, Amazon Prime, Apple TV and Disney+, all your favourite streaming services are covered. Customise your home screen with the apps you use the most, enjoy recommendations, curate your movie nights and even add to your watch list via your smartphone – Google TV makes sense of Smart TV.
Share content via Google Cast and AirPlay 2
Featuring built-in Google Cast and Apple AirPlay 2, you can share what’s on your smartphone or tablet’s screen with everyone in the room. Ideally suited to Android and Apple devices, these technologies let you wirelessly stream video content directly to the TV.
Game on
Now with Game Menu 2, the BRAVIA 5 makes gaming a breeze. All your gaming essentials are in one place, and with Gaming Multi-View, you can game on one side of the screen, while watching a YouTube walkthrough video on the other – it’s a real game-changer. With HDMI 2.1 support (via two of the sockets), this Sony is also covered for gaming essentials. Support for 4K/120Hz, VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) and ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) ensures responsive gameplay and vibrant colour. Connect to your PS5 and you get to unlock exclusive features. Auto HDR Tone Mapping and Auto Genre Picture Mode mean your PS5 is served better than ever by this Sony TV.
Sony PICTURES CORE for cinematic streaming
Sony’s PICTURES CORE is a premium streaming app that’s a cut above the rest. With hundreds of movies, from classics to the latest releases, PICTURES CORE has something for everyone. Compatible with resolution up to 4K HDR, detail is pin-sharp. Sony’s Pure Stream system streams movies at up to 80Mbps – similar to a 4K UHD Blu-ray player – against the average of 15-25Mbps. It’s also compatible with IMAX Enhanced, giving you the most cinematic sound and vision.
Upgrade to your own private cinema, with the Sony BRAVIA 5 K98XR55BP.
Please note, this Smart TV features third party Apps. These Apps may be modified or withdrawn at any time. There may also be a delay in launching some of the featured Apps. Catch-up TV Apps may vary by region. The function and availability of apps is not covered by the manufacturer’s or Richer Sounds’ guarantee.
Please note, this TV does not feature the Freeview Play catch-up service.
