Weekly Rankings by The Resi: January 8, 25th Edition
In the world of electronics, the Value Electronics TV Shootout is a highly anticipated event, attracting industry professionals every year. This year, the week ending August 1, 2025, saw the latest instalment of this significant competition.
The much-anticipated event took place at Value Electronics' showroom in Scarsdale, NY, where four flagship OLED TVs were pitted against each other. The contenders were the Sony BRAVIA 8 II, Samsung S95F OLED, Panasonic Z95B OLED, and LG G5 OLED. Each TV was professionally calibrated, and the experts judged them based on picture quality under both Standard Dynamic Range (SDR) and High Dynamic Range (HDR) conditions.
The competition was fierce, but the Sony BRAVIA 8 II OLED (model K65XR80M2) emerged victorious, earning the title of “King of TV.” This marked Sony’s seventh consecutive win in this annual competition.
Sony excelled in the SDR category and achieved the highest composite average score, securing its position as the top TV of the event. While Panasonic's Z95B did outperform others in the HDR category specifically, Sony's balanced excellence across categories ensured its dominance. The competition was close, with Sony’s overall score of 4.02 narrowly beating Samsung’s 3.99 and Panasonic’s 3.95, while LG finished fourth.
This win continues Sony's dominance in the Value Electronics shootout circuit, where it has now won for seven years running. The electronics industry will be eagerly awaiting next year's event to see if Sony can maintain its streak.
As the industry continues to evolve, so too do the products and technologies involved. For instance, Screen Innovations will be sharing at the 2025 CEDIA, and ASCENDO has evolved its infrasonic subs with 64- and 100-inch models. Meanwhile, Daisy has expanded to New Jersey, and Resideo is separating its ADI business, creating two independent public companies.
In the realm of audio, Onkyo has added a CD player to its Icon Series Hi-Fi lineup, and the SVS SB-5000 R|Evolution subwoofer has been reviewed. Furthermore, Tom Conrad has been named as the CEO of Sonos, encouraging us all to remember that while we may strive to be gurus, it's essential to remain guides in this ever-evolving industry.
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Technology played a significant role in the highly anticipated Value Electronics TV Shootout, as four flagship OLED TVs, including the Sony BRAVIA 8 II, were pitched against each other, showcasing the latest advancements in gadgets. The event saw Sony securing its seventh consecutive win, highlighting the company's dominance in the industry.
In the evolving electronics sector, Sony's BRAVIA 8 II OLED emerged victorious, demonstrating the importance of technology in delivering exceptional picture quality under various dynamic range conditions. Companies like Screen Innovations, ASCENDO, Daisy, Resideo, Onkyo, and even the audio equipment manufacturer SVS, are also leveraging technology to introduce new products and services, further pushing the boundaries of audio-visual entertainment.
