How to enable VRR on the Sony X90J, X95J, A80J, A90J and Z9J

Sony has added Variable Refresh Rate support to the X90J, X95J, A80J, A90J and Z9J television series. To see how you can use this feature, you can take a look at this tutorial from Seeking Tech.

Before we start, it should be noted that this guide will be based on the following Sony Bravia television models:

  • 50″ X90J (XR-50X90J)
  • 55″ X90J (XR-55X90J)
  • 65″ X90J (XR-65X90J)
  • 75″ X90J (XR-75X90J)
  • 65″ X95J (XR-65X95J)
  • 75″ X95J (XR-75X95J)
  • 85″ X95J (XR-85X95J)
  • 55″ A80J (XR-55A80J)
  • 65″ A80J (XR-65A80J)
  • 77” A80J (XR-77A80J)
  • 55″ A90J (XR-55A90J)
  • 65″ A90J (XR-65A90J)
  • 83″ A90J (XR-83A90J)
  • 75″ Z9J (XR-75Z9J)
  • 83″ Z9J (XR-85Z9J)

What is the Variable Refresh Rate feature for X90J, X95J, A80J, A90J and Z9J?

Variable Refresh Rate, or VRR, sync the refresh rate of the input source to the refresh rate of your television set. As a result, this feature will help smooth out games that run at an inconsistent frame rate as well as eliminate screen tearing.

VRR is currently support by the latest graphics cards on the PC as well as the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S consoles. The PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Digital Edition will also support this feature if it hasn’t already by the time you are reading this article.

Updating the Sony X90J, X95J, A80J, A90J and Z9J to firmware version 6.5660

If you haven’t done so already, you will need to update the firmware of your television set in order to add Variable Refresh Rate support to your X90J, X95J, A80J, A90J or Z9J. The fastest way to do so is by connecting your Sony TV to the internet.

If you previously enabled the “Automatically check for update” feature, then you should get a notification. Otherwise, you need to the press the gear button on your TV remote to open the Quick Settings menu. Afterwards, you need to select Settings, then System, then System software update and, finally, Software update.

You can also update the firmware of your television set through the USB port although it is a lot more complicated than simply downloading the file directly on your TV.

Variable Refresh Rate was added to the X90J, X95J, A80J, A90J and Z9J on the firmware version 6.5660. Along with VRR support, this update also contains the following improvements:

  • Built-in mic sensitivity setting for TVs with built-in microphone
  • Dolby Atmos and 4K mirroring for AirPlay Mirroring
  • Improved audio output switching in Quick Settings
  • General performance improvements

During the firmware installation, make sure you don’t turn off your Sony television. Otherwise, you risk potentially damaging your TV.

How to enable VRR on X90J, X95J, A80J, A90J and Z9J

After updating the firmware of your television set to at least 6.5660, you then need to manually enable Variable Refresh Rate support by taking the following steps:

1. Once the firmware has been updated, you next to make sure you are connecting your PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Digital Edition, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X or compatible PC to a HDMI 2.1 port on your television.

2. You also need to be using a HDMI 2.1 cable. The PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Digital Edition and Xbox Series X come with HDMI 2.1 included in the box.

If you have a PC or Xbox Series S, however, then you might need to buy one. Microsoft’s Series X only comes with a HDMI 2.0 cable.

If you are looking for a HDMI 2.1 cable, then we recommend picking up the Monoprice 8K Certified Braided Ultra High Speed HDMI 2.1 Cable, which you can find on Amazon with this link. (#CommissionsEarned).

Once you are done setting everything up, press the gear button on your remote once again.

4. In the Quick Settings menu, select Settings.

5. Inside of Settings, select Channels & Inputs.

6. In the Channels & Inputs, select External inputs.

7. After getting to the “External inputs” menu, select HDMI signal format.

8. In the “HDMI signal format” menu, select the HDMI 2.1 port that is connected to your PS5, PS5 Digital Edition, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S or compatible PC.

9. In the next screen, you need to select Enhanced format (VRR).

10. You may also need to enable Variable Refresh Rate on the menus of your game console or PC.

By enabling Variable Refresh Rate, you should be able to get rid of a vast majority of frame rate and screen tearing issues on your Sony Bravia X90J, X95J, A80J, A90J or Z9J.

However, this format will also lock you into the Game Picture Mode in addition to restricting you from using picture quality features like black frame insertion and noise reduction.

Sony X80J and X90J wall mount specs

The X80J and X90J are new 4K Ultra HD smart television sets from Sony.

You can follow this guide to find the most suitable options if you want to mount these 2021 TVs on a wall.

Mounting Specs

You can find the mounting specifications for the various screen sizes and model numbers for the X80J and X90J below:

43” X80J (KD-43X80J)

  • Dimensions Without Stand: 38.27” x 22.32” x 2.76”
  • Weight Without Stand: 22.1 lbs.
  • VESA: 200 mm x 200 mm

50” X80J (KD-50X80J)

  • Dimensions Without Stand: 44.33” x 25.71” x 2.76”
  • Weight Without Stand: 27.1 lbs.
  • VESA: 200 mm x 200 mm

55” X80J (KD-55X80CJ)

  • Dimensions Without Stand: 48.94” x 28.31” x 2.80”
  • Weight Without Stand: 34.6 lbs.
  • VESA: 300 mm x 300 mm

55” X80J (KD-55X80J)

  • Dimensions Without Stand: 48.94” x 28.31” x 2.80”
  • Weight Without Stand: 34.6 lbs.
  • VESA: 300 mm x 300 mm

65” X80J (KD-65X80CJ)

  • Dimensions Without Stand: 57.56” x 33.15” x 2.80”
  • Weight Without Stand: 47.6 lbs.
  • VESA: 300 mm x 300 mm

65” X80J (KD-65X80J)

  • Dimensions Without Stand: 57.56” x 33.15” x 2.80”
  • Weight Without Stand: 47.6 lbs.
  • VESA: 300 mm x 300 mm

75” X80J (KD-75X80J)

  • Dimensions Without Stand: 27.01” x 38.15” x 2.83”
  • Weight Without Stand: 69.7 lbs.
  • VESA: 300 mm x 300 mm

75” X80J (KD-75X80J)

  • Dimensions Without Stand: 27.01” x 38.15” x 2.83”
  • Weight Without Stand: 69.7 lbs.
  • VESA: 300 mm x 300 mm

50” X90J (XR-50X90J)

  • Dimensions Without Stand: 44.06” x 25.55” x 2.76”
  • Weight Without Stand: 29.8 lbs.
  • VESA: 200 mm x 200 mm

55” X90J (XR-55X90J)

  • Dimensions Without Stand: 48.54” x 27.99” x 2.8”
  • Weight Without Stand: 38.36 lbs.
  • VESA: 300 mm x 300 mm

65” X90J (XR-55X90J)

  • Dimensions Without Stand: 57.17” x 32.83” x 2.8”
  • Weight Without Stand: 50.49 lbs.
  • VESA: 300 mm x 300 mm

For the uninformed, VESA is a measurement of the horizontal and vertical distances between four mounting screw holes located on the back of your X80J and X90J TV.

VESA Mounting Pattern (example from different TV).

Official X80J and X90J Wall Mount

Sony has an official wall mount that is compatible with the 55”, 65” and 75” models of the X80J and X90J.

The SU-WL855 Ultra Slim Wall-Mount Bracket provides an ultra slim profile as your Sony 4K TV will be sitting at just 0.86” away from the wall. It also has the ability to swivel at up to 21 degrees to the left or up to 21 degrees to the right.

For installation, this mounting bracket features a magnetic locking system with lateral shift bracket to make mounting your X80J or X90J easier than normal.

If you are interested, you can purchase the first-party mount on Amazon via the following link:

If you have a 43” or 50” X80J/X90J, or would like to check out a few alternatives to the aforementioned official mounts, then you can check out our third-party recommendations below.

Compatible fixed wall mount

If you are looking for a mount to simply keep your X80J or X90J in place at one fixed position, then we recommend the SANUS Universal Low Profile Fixed TV Mount Bracket, which has the model number of OLL15-B1.

This mount features a slim profile as your Sony 2021 TV will be sitting just 1” away from the wall.

The OLL15-B1 fits the 200 mm x 200 mm and 300 mm x 300 mm VESA spacings. The product also has a weight handling capacity of up to 130 pounds. So, it is compatible with the 43-inch, 50-inch, 55-inch, 65-inch and 75-inch screen sizes of the X80J and X90J.

You can install this mount on either concrete or studs (the spacing for studs should be 16 inches or 24 inches apart).

If you are interested, you can purchase our recommendation on Amazon with the following link:

Compatible tilt wall mount

If you are planning to mount your X80J or X90J on the higher side of a wall above your normal viewing level, then you should consider getting a tilting wall mount.

If you are interested in doing so, we recommend taking a look at the BLUE STONE Tilt TV Wall Mount Bracket, which has a model number of 103M. With this bracket, your 4K Sony television set will sit 2.8” away from the wall. This distance allows you to tilt your X80J or X90J upwards at a maximum of 5 degrees or downwards at a maximum of 15 degrees.

The 103M supports both the 200 mm x 200 mm and 300 mm x 300 mm VESA patterns along with having a weight limit of 165 pounds. So, it should hold all screen sizes from the X80J and X90J TVs.

You will be able to install this BLUE STONE product on a concrete wall or a wall with studs (the studs can be spaced apart at 16 inches, 18 inches or 24 inches).

The product comes with a bubble level tool as well as an extra HDMI cable.

You can find our recommended tiling mount on Amazon via the following link:

Compatible full motion wall mount

You may also want to consider swiveling your X80J and X90J if you want to view your TV from various positions.

If you are interested in this feature, then we recommend getting the ECHOGEAR Full Motion TV Wall Mount, which has a model number of EGLF2. With this mount, your X80J or X90J is able to extend from its 2.8” profile to a maximum of 22 inches. The extra room will allow you to swivel up to 65 degrees to the left or up to 65 degrees to the right.

Furthermore, you can also tilt your Sony 2021 4K television set at a maximum of 5 degrees upwards or a maximum of 15 degrees downwards.

The EGLF2 can hold up to 125 pounds in addition to supporting the 200 mm x 200 mm and 300 mm x 300 mm VESA spacings. Thus, it should be compatible with every screen size from the X80J and X90J.

This ECHOGEAR can be installed on concrete or studs that have spacing between 16 inches to 24 inches. You can also level your screen post-installation.

If you are interested, you can purchase our recommended articulating mount on Amazon with the following link: