Sony M9 (IPS FALD)
Sony M9 (IPS FALD)
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CASUAL GAMING: Good—7.3/10
COMPETITIVE GAMING: Poor—5.7/10
PRODUCTIVITY: Best in Class—9.6/10
MEDIA CONSUMPTION: Good—7.5/10
RESOLUTION: Very Good—8.0/10
BRIGHTNESS: Good—7.1/10
CONTRAST: Good—7.1/10
COLOR VOLUME: Good—7.0/10
REFRESH RATE: Fair—6.6/10
RESPONSE TIME: Good—7.6/10
TEXT QUALITY: Very Good—8.0/10
The Sony M9, with its higher price, excels in productivity and media consumption thanks to its large screen, high resolution, and superior color performance, making it ideal for tasks that require color accuracy, like photo editing. It also offers a decent gaming experience with its variable refresh rate abilities, but due to its focus on image quality over speed, it isn't the top choice for competitive gaming where fast response times and higher refresh rates are key. HDR performance is strong, benefiting both gaming and media with brighter and more vibrant content. Adjustable stand and multiple connectivity options, including HDMI 2.1, add to its versatility, although the premium price may influence those seeking budget-friendly options. Give Feedback
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Evaluation
Pros
- High resolution with vivid colors
- HDR gaming and media consumption compatible
- Good for digital photo editing
- Adjustable stand for ergonomics
- Multiple HDMI 2.1 ports for connectivity
Cons
- Not ideal for competitive gaming
- Lower color gamut for HDR video editing
- Limited refresh rate for gaming
- Moderate ghosting in fast-paced visuals
Ratings by Category
Productivity:4.9
The productivity score is based on a variety of factors like resolution, screen size, pixels per inch, ergonomics and screen coating.
Media Consumption:4.2
The media comparison score is based on a variety of factors like resolution, contrast, brightness and screen coating
Casual Gaming:4.1
The casual gaming score is based on a variety of factors including refresh rate, resolution, contrast, brightness, color gamut and screen coating.
Full Specs
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| Price | $649 | ||
Screen Size | 27" | ||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | ||
Screen Type | LED | ||
Screen Sub-type | IPS FALD | ||
Local Dimming Zones | 96 | ||
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | 1000:1 | ||
SDR Peak Brightness | 432 nits | ||
HDR Peak Brightness | 695 nits | ||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | Yes | ||
sRGB Color Gamut | 100 % | ||
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | 8 ms | ||
Variable Refresh Rate | 24 - 144 Hz | ||
Strobing / BFI | No | ||
Persistence Blur Score  | 6.6/10 | ||
Ghosting Score | 7.6/10 | ||
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | 163 PPI | ||
Coating | Matte | ||
Text Clarity Score | 8/10 | ||
Image Clarity Score | 8/10 | ||
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 1 | ||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 0 | ||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 2 | ||
Micro HDMI Ports | 0 | ||
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | 0 | ||
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