Best For
Best for Gaming
Haier 43S800QT
Better Picture Quality
Sony KD-43X80CJ
Better Sound Experience
Sony KD-43X80CJ
Best Smart TV Storage
Haier 43S800QT
Best Value
Haier 43S800QT
The Sony KD-43X80CJ and Haier 43S800QT are both 43-inch 4K smart TVs with Google TV, Dolby Vision support, and 60Hz panels, but they target different buyers. Sony focuses on picture processing, color accuracy, and premium audio technologies with its 4K HDR Processor X1, TRILUMINOS PRO, Dolby Atmos, and DTS support. Haier, on the other hand, offers a QLED panel, HDMI 2.1 ports, VRR, ALLM, and a larger 32GB storage capacity, making it more appealing to gamers and value-conscious users. Choosing between them depends on whether you prioritize picture refinement or gaming-friendly features.
Verdict
The Sony KD-43X80CJ is the better choice for users who value superior picture processing, more natural colors, better HDR optimization, and a premium entertainment experience. The Haier 43S800QT stands out for gamers thanks to HDMI 2.1, VRR, and ALLM support, while also offering a QLED display and larger internal storage at a competitive price. For overall viewing quality, Sony wins, while Haier offers stronger value for gaming-focused buyers.
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| Model No |
KD-43X80CJ |
43S800QT |
| TV Type |
Smart TV |
Smart TV |
| Screen Size |
43 Inch (109.22 cm) |
43 Inch (109.22 cm) |
| Resolution |
4K 3840 x 2160 |
4K 3840 x 2160 |
| Aspect Ratio |
16:9 |
16:9 |
| Motion Rate |
60 Hz |
60 Hz |
| Viewing Angle |
178°/178° |
178°/178° |
| USB |
| USB Version |
: 2.0 |
| Supported Audio Formats |
: MP3 AUDIO, WMA |
| Supported Video Formats |
: WMV, PS, MPG, M2TS, MPEG, DIVX, MPEG-PS, MP4 |
| Supported Picture Formats |
: JPEG, GIF, PNG, TIFF, RAW |
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| USB Version |
: 2.0 |
| Supported Audio Formats |
: MP3, AAC, WMA, PCM |
| Supported Video Formats |
: MKV, DivX, MP4, AVI, ASF, MOV, FLV, DAT, VOB |
| Supported Picture Formats |
: JPG |
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| Video |
| Backlight Module |
: Direct LED |
| Dolby Vision |
: Yes |
| HDR10 |
: Yes |
| HLG |
: Yes |
| Sensor |
: Light |
| Backlight Dimming Type |
: Frame Dimming |
| Clarity Enhancement |
: 4K X-Reality™ PRO |
| Picture Processor |
: 4K HDR Processor X1™ |
| Colour Enhancement |
: TRILUMINOS PRO™ Live Color™ Technology |
| Motion Enhancer |
: Motionflow™ XR 240 ( Native 60 Hz ), Auto Mode |
| Contrast Enhancement |
: Object-Based HDR Remaster Dynamic Contrast Enhancer |
| Picture Mode |
: Vivid, Standard, Cinema, Game, Graphics, Photo, Custom, Dolby Vision Bright, Dolby Vision Dark |
| Video Signal Support |
: HDMI™ signal: 4096 x 2160p (24, 60 Hz), 3840 x 2160p (24, 30, 60 Hz), 1080p (30, 60 Hz), 1080/24p, 1080i (60 Hz), 720p (30, 60 Hz), 720/24p, 480p |
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| Backlight |
: 4K UHD QLED |
| MEMC |
: Yes |
| DBX-TV |
: Yes |
| 4K HDR |
: Yes |
| Dolby Vision |
: Yes |
| Micro Dimming |
: Yes |
| Response Time |
: 6.5 ms |
| No. of Picture Mode Settings |
: 5 Modes |
| Panel Type |
: 4K QLED |
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| Audio |
| Audio Output Power |
: 10 W + 10 W |
| DTS Digital Surround |
: Yes |
| Dolby™ Audio, Dolby™ Atmos |
: Yes |
| Acoustic Auto Calibration |
: Room Compensation |
| Speaker Configuration |
: Full Range ( Bass Reflex ) x 2 |
| Speaker Type |
: Bass Reflex Speaker X-Balanced Speaker |
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| Audio Power Output ( RMS ) |
: 20 W |
| Automatic Volume Control |
: Yes |
| Dolby Digital Decoder |
: Dolby Atmos |
| Speaker Type |
: Stereo Speaker |
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| Connectivity Options |
| HDMI™ Connections |
: 4 ( Side ) |
| USB |
: 2 ( Side ) |
| Ethernet Inputs |
: 1 ( Side ) |
| Digital Audio Outputs |
: 1 ( Side ) |
| RF ( Terrestrial / Cable ) Connection Inputs |
: 1 ( Side ) |
| Headphone Outputs |
: 1 ( Side ) |
| RS-232C Inputs |
: 1 ( Side ) |
| Apple Homekit |
: Yes |
| Apple Airplay |
: Yes |
| Chromecast Built-IN |
: Yes |
| HDMI Audio Return ChannelEL (ARC) |
: Yes ( eARC / ARC ) |
| Composite Video Iinputs |
: 1 ( Side, Mini Jack ) |
| USB Drive Format Support |
: FAT16 / FAT32 / exFAT / NTFS |
| HDCP |
: HDCP 2.3 ( For HDMI™ 1/2/3/4) |
| WI-FI Standard |
: Wi-Fi Certified 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth Version |
: 4.2, HID ( Mouse / Keyboard Connectivity ) / HOGP ( Low Energy Device Connectivity / SPP ( Serial Port Profile ) / A2DP ( Stereo Audio ) / AVRCP ( AV Remote Control ) |
| USB Playback Codes |
: MPEG1: MPEG1/MPEG2PS: MPEG2/MPEG2TS (HDV, AVCHD): MPEG2, AVC/MP4 (XAVC S): AVC, MPEG4, HEVC/AVI: Xvid, MotionJpeg/ASF(WMV): VC1/MOV: AVC, MPEG4, MotionJpeg/MKV: Xvid, AVC, MPEG4, VP8.HEVC/WEBM: VP8/3GPP: MPEG4, AVC/MP3/ASF (WMA)/LPCM/WAV/MP4AAC/FLAC/JPEG, WEBM: VP9/AC4/ogg/AAC/ARW ( Screen Nail Only ) |
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| HDMI 2.1 |
: 4 |
| USB 2.0 |
: 2 |
| Bluetooth |
: Yes |
| Ethernet / LAN |
: Yes |
| Headphone Output |
: Yes |
| Google Chromecast Built-In |
: Yes |
| Wireless ( Built In Or Dongle ) |
: Yes |
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| Smart TV Features |
| Operating System |
: Android TV™ |
| SMART TV |
: Google TV™ |
| ROM |
: 16 GB |
| Google Play Store |
: Yes |
| Electronic Program Guide ( EPG ) |
: Yes |
| Auto Calibration with CalMAN® |
: Yes |
| Internet Browser |
: Vewd ( Not Pre-Installed ) |
| Closed Captions ( Analog / Digital ) |
: ( Analog ) Closed Caption ( Digital ) Closed Caption |
| Text Input Language |
: ENGLISH / FRENCH / GERMAN / HEBREW / ITALIAN / RUSSIAN / SPANISH / VIETNAMESE / JAPANESE |
| Display Language |
: AFRIKAANS, AMH, ARABIC, ASSAMESE, AZE, BEL, BULGARIAN, BENGALI, BOSNIAN, CATALAN, CZECH, DANISH, DEU, GREEK, ENGLISH, SPANISH, ESTONIAN, BAQ, PER, FINNISH, FRENCH, GLG, GUJARATI, HINDI, CROATIAN, HUNGARIAN, INDONESIAN, ISL, ITALIAN, HEBREW, JAPANESE, KAZAKH, KANNADA, KOR, KIR, LAO, LITHUANIAN, LATVIAN, MACEDONIAN, MALAYALAM, MON, MARATHI, MAY, BUR, NOB, NEP, NLD, ORIYA, PANJABI, POLISH, PORTUGUESE, ROMANIAN, RUSSIAN, SOL, SLOVENIAN, ALB, SERBIAN, SWEDISH, SWAHILI, TAMIL, TELUGU, THAI, TGL, TURKISH,UKRAINIAN, URD, UZB, VIETNAMESE, SIMPLIFIED CHINESE, TRADITIONAL CHINESE ,ZULU |
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| Operating System |
: Google TV |
| RAM |
: 2 GB |
| ROM |
: 32 GB |
| Smart TV |
: Yes |
| Google Play Store |
: Yes |
| One Touch Button |
: Yes |
| Mobile Remote App |
: Yes |
| Android Devices IoT Hub |
: Yes |
| Hands Free Voice Control |
: Yes |
| Bluetooth Voice Remote Control |
: Yes |
| AI Smart Voice By Google Assistant |
: Yes |
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| Other Features |
| Bezel Design |
: Narrow Bezel |
| Bezel Colour |
: Black |
| Stand Colour |
: Black |
| Stand Design |
: Slim Blade Stand |
| Sleep Timer |
: Yes |
| On / Off Timer |
: Yes |
| Voice Search |
: Yes |
| Closed Caption |
: Yes |
| Accessibility Shortcut |
: Yes |
| Text Magnification |
: Yes |
| Audio Description ( Audio Key ) |
: Yes |
| Screen Reader |
: Yes |
| ECO Friendly |
: Yes |
| TV System ( Analog ) |
: M |
| TV System ( Digital Cable ) |
: Clear QAM |
| Tuner Channel Coverage (Digital Cable) |
: CATV: 1-135 |
| TV System ( Digital Terrestrial ) DVB-T/T2 |
: ATSC / ATSC 3.0 ( NEXTGEN TV ) |
| Tuner Channel Coverage ( Analog ) |
: VHF: 2-13 / UHF: 14-69 / CATV: 1-135 |
| Tuner Channel Coverage ( Digital Terrestrial ) |
: VHF: 2–13 / UHF: 14–69 ( 14–36 For ATSC 3.0 ) |
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| Design |
: Bezel-Less Slim Design |
| Color |
: Grey |
| Energy Saving Mode |
: Yes |
| Variable Refresh Rate ( VRR ) |
: Yes |
| Auto Low Latency Mode ( ALLM ) |
: Yes |
| Country of Origin |
: India |
| Warranty |
: 32 Months* |
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| General Details |
| Power Requirements |
: AC 110-240 V, 50/60 Hz |
| Annual Energy Consumption* |
: 106 kWh |
| Standby Power Consumption |
: 0.5 W |
| Power and Energy Saving |
: Yes |
| Dynamic Backlight Control |
: Yes |
| Power Saving Mode / Back Light Off Mode |
: Yes |
| Weight Of TV Without Stand |
: 10 Kg |
| Weight Of TV With Stand |
: NA |
| Weight Of Package Carton |
: 14 Kg |
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| Power Supply ( Voltage, Hz ) |
: AC 100V-240V 50/60Hz |
| Power Consumption |
: 120 W |
| Power Consumption Standby |
: ≤0.5 W |
| Weight Without Stand |
: 7.45 Kg |
| Weight With Stand |
: 9.82 Kg |
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| Supplied Accessories |
| Standard Remote Control |
: Yes |
| Batteries |
: Yes |
| User Manual |
: Yes |
| AC Power Cord |
: Yes |
| Quick Setup Guide |
: Yes |
| Table Top Stand |
: Yes |
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| Remote Control |
: Yes |
| Batteries |
: Yes |
| Power Cord |
: Yes |
| User Manual |
: Yes |
| Registration Card |
: Yes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which product is better for gaming?
The Haier 43S800QT is better for gaming thanks to HDMI 2.1 connectivity, Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), and Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), which help deliver smoother gameplay and lower input lag.
Does Sony KD-43X80CJ support Dolby Atmos?
Yes, the Sony KD-43X80CJ supports Dolby Atmos and also includes DTS Digital Surround for a more immersive audio experience.
Which TV offers better picture quality?
The Sony KD-43X80CJ generally delivers better picture processing with its 4K HDR Processor X1 and TRILUMINOS PRO technology, resulting in more accurate colors and enhanced HDR performance.
Which TV has more internal storage?
The Haier 43S800QT offers 32GB of internal storage, which is double the 16GB available on the Sony KD-43X80CJ.
Is the Haier 43S800QT a QLED TV?
Yes, the Haier 43S800QT uses a 4K QLED panel, providing improved color volume and brightness compared to standard LED displays.
Which TV is the better overall choice?
For movie lovers and users seeking the best overall viewing experience, the Sony KD-43X80CJ is the stronger option. For gaming and value-focused buyers, the Haier 43S800QT is an excellent alternative.
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