Which is better for gaming?

The 65-inch XR8B. Its 120 Hz panel and PS5 auto modes give smoother motion and automatic picture switching. The BRAVIA 8 II lists 60 Hz.

Which has better sound?

The XR8B lists Dolby Atmos and five speakers. The BRAVIA 8 II lists sound-from-screen audio but no Dolby Atmos. Both work well with a soundbar over HDMI ARC.

Is the BRAVIA 8 II worth stepping up to?

Only if you want a 55-inch size or Sony's newest 2025 processing. For 65 inches and gaming, the XR8B is the stronger set.

Do both run Google TV?

Yes. Both use Google TV, with Netflix and the major apps. The XR8B page cites 700,000+ movies and shows across 10,000+ apps.

Which is easier to set up?

The BRAVIA 8 II has no reported setup issues. XR8B owners say setup is not fully seamless and some QR codes fail, so plan to finish setup on the TV.

Both are OLED with similar panel life. The XR8B's 120 Hz panel is the better fit if you watch a lot of sports or game, which is where motion handling shows.

Sony BRAVIA 8 II OLED vs Sony BRAVIA XR8B 65" OLED TV

Both are Sony OLEDs on Google TV, so the picture and platform feel similar. The BRAVIA 8 II is the step-up set: it lists a 60 Hz panel, while the 65-inch XR8B lists 120 Hz, which matters for gaming and fast motion. The XR8B is the safer pick for most people at 65 inches; the BRAVIA 8 II is worth it if you want Sony's 2025 processing and the 55-inch size.

Choose the Sony BRAVIA 8 II if you want a 55-inch OLED and Sony's newest 2025 processing, and you do not need a 120 Hz panel.
Choose the Sony 65-inch XR8B if you want a 65-inch OLED with a 120 Hz refresh rate for gaming and sports.

Prices

Sony BRAVIA 8 II OLED: $1,998.00 at Amazon (last seen Nov 9)
Sony BRAVIA XR8B 65" OLED TV: $1,698.00 at Walmart (last seen Nov 10)
Difference: the Sony BRAVIA XR8B 65" OLED TV is $300.00 cheaper than the Sony BRAVIA 8 II OLED at the latest prices (Nov 9 and Nov 10)