Hands on: Sony Bravia 7 II review

Key Points:

• Sony has introduced the Bravia 7 II TV, featuring its first RGB LED technology called ‘True RGB,’ which promises up to four times the color volume of OLED and superior brightness compared to Mini LED displays.
• The Bravia 7 II comes with new design elements, including a ‘mirage stand’ to conceal cables and a rechargeable, backlit remote made from recycled plastic, though it uses a plastic bezel unlike the metal one on the higher-end Bravia 9 II.
• Key features include Sony’s X Wide Pro for consistent color at wide viewing angles, Dolby Vision support (but no HDR10+), and proprietary RGB Backlight Master Drive Pro for precise brightness and reduced blooming, competing with other brands launching RGB Mini LED TVs.
• Pricing in the UK reflects a rise due to the new technology, with new size options of 50-inch and 98-inch models added; the TV offers four HDMI ports, including two full bandwidth HDMI 2.1 sockets, though some competitors provide more HDMI 2.1 ports.
• Early impressions from a preview event highlight vibrant colors and impressive brightness, but a full review is pending to evaluate picture and sound quality comprehensively, with the audio system including AI-powered Voice Zoom 3 and 3D Surround Upscaling.