Sony has expanded its flagship BRAVIA 9 II lineup with the largest model yet, the 115‑inch K‑115XR90M2. Announced for the Chinese market at 149,999 yuan (approximately US$20,900), the TV goes on sale August 10.
RGB LED Technology
The key feature is the new RGB LED Backlight Master System Pro, which provides independent control of red, green and blue LEDs for more precise colour reproduction and higher brightness.
- Wider colour gamut
- More accurate colour rendering
- Improved gradation of tones
- Higher peak brightness
- More efficient power consumption
The TV is driven by Sony’s Cognitive Processor XR, which analyses the image using AI algorithms and optimises the RGB backlight performance.
Picture Quality Improvements
Sony claims significant improvements over previous generations:
- +200 % colour volume
- +300 % grey‑scale control accuracy
- +30 % maximum brightness
- 100 % coverage of the BT.2020 colour space
The new RGB LED system also markedly reduces the halo effect typical of LCD panels with local dimming.
Audio Performance
The BRAVIA 9 II features a multi‑channel sound system engineered by Sony:
- 10 full‑range and tweeter drivers
- Two dedicated subwoofers
- Four digital S‑Master amplifiers
Supported audio formats include:
- Dolby Atmos
- DTS:X
- AI‑enhanced voice
- Wireless Sony speaker connection without a soundbar
Gaming Optimization
Sony has traditionally focused on gaming capabilities:
- HDMI 2.1
- 4K at 120 Hz
- VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
- ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
- Automatic HDR calibration for PlayStation 5 Pro
- Game Enhancer 2.0 mode
- Dolby Vision Gaming
AI Features
The BRAVIA 9 II received L3 AI Smart Terminal certification – the highest level for smart TVs in the Chinese market.
AI capabilities include:
- Voice assistant
- Natural‑language content search
- Personalised recommendations
- Intelligent home screen
- Automatic settings adjustment based on usage scenario
The TV uses Tencent Hunyuan and DeepSeek language models to process voice commands and recommendations.
Android TV Experience
The set runs on Android TV 2026.
Features include:
- Fast system startup
- Bluetooth remote with backlighting
- NFC for instant content casting
- 4K video streaming support
- Control via the BRAVIA Connect app
Price and Availability
The 115‑inch Sony BRAVIA 9 II K‑115XR90M2 is priced at 149,999 yuan (about US$20,900). Sales start on August 10.
Xpert Take
The introduction of the 115‑inch BRAVIA 9 II shows Sony’s bet on RGB LED as an alternative to traditional Mini‑LED and OLED solutions in the premium TV segment. Independent control of colour LEDs improves colour fidelity, raises peak brightness and reduces the halo artefacts common to LCD panels.
However, the manufacturer’s claims of superiority over QD‑OLED or Mini‑LED should be treated cautiously until independent testing confirms contrast, colour accuracy and black‑level performance. Despite this, the BRAVIA 9 II already looks like one of Sony’s most technologically advanced TVs, aimed at premium home‑theatre enthusiasts and users who demand top‑tier picture and sound quality.
