Sony Launches Bravia 6 OLED TVs From $1,300, Bringing 83-Inch Model Back

Q: Why might Sony's new budget-friendly Bravia 6 OLED actually outshine its premium flagship models in connectivity?

Because the Bravia 6 is rumored to offer four HDMI 2.1 ports, it could be more practical than some of Sony’s pricier TVs for people with multiple modern devices. That matters because several premium Sony models, including high-end OLEDs and even the Bravia 9 II, have been criticized for offering only two HDMI 2.1 inputs. For buyers with a PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, gaming PC and an eARC soundbar or AV receiver, two ports can become a bottleneck, forcing cable swapping or compromises. The Bravia 6 is reportedly built around MediaTek’s Pentonic 800 chip, which supports a full set of four HDMI 2.1 connections. If that specification is confirmed, the lower-cost model would actually be better equipped for next-generation connectivity than some flagship sets. In practical terms, that could make the Bravia 6 especially appealing to gamers and home-theater users who want 4K/120Hz, variable refresh rate and eARC support across several devices at once. Its simplified design drops some premium extras, such as Acoustic Surface Audio+, but on pure port flexibility it may outperform Sony’s top-tier models. So while flagship TVs may still lead on panel technology, processing or built-in audio, the Bravia 6 could outshine them in a key everyday area: giving users enough high-bandwidth HDMI inputs to connect everything without hassle.

3 articles · Updated · FlatpanelsHD · Aug 27

Sony’s new Bravia 6 OLED line spans five sizes from 48 to 83 inches, with U.S. pricing from $1,300 to $4,000 and the 83-inch option returning after disappearing from Sony’s OLED range.
The mid-range set is aimed at making OLED more affordable, using WOLED panels and sitting below Sony’s flagship Bravia 8 II QD-OLED and Bravia 9 II/7 II RGB LED models.
Four HDMI 2.1 ports headline the upgrade list, paired with 4K120, VRR, ALLM and eARC support for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X users.
Google TV, Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos and DTS:X round out the package, while Sony said it remains committed to a full TV lineup despite speculation it could be moving away from OLED.