An outstanding picture quality with inky blacks, an elegant design, and top-notch features make the Bravia XBR-55HX929 a tough HDTV to beat, but you'll pay dearly for this 55-inch beauty.

Among the dozen or so new models in our ratings, there were two clear 4K TV standouts: the Samsung QN65Q7F and the Sony XBR-65X930E. Both are pricey—the Samsung costs $3,500 and the Sony $3,200 ...