Sony Bravia LED strip replacement cost varies by model, size, and whether you buy parts only or pay for full labour in a service shop. In practice, the same set of LED strips can be under $10 on bulk‑import sites but $50–$150 when bought as an official‑style “kit” for a specific Sony model.
General cost bands by size (parts only, online)
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32–43 inch Sony Bravia models
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Generic LED‑strip kits for 32–43 inch Sony‑style sets often run around $3–$8 per strip or $10–$25 per full strip set when bought from low‑cost import suppliers.
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Higher‑quality, model‑specific kits (e.g., for KD‑43X75 or similar 43″ models) can be $15–$35 for a complete strip set.
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48–55 inch Sony Bravia models
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LED‑strip sets for 48–55 inch Sony TVs (e.g., XBR‑55X800G, XBR‑55X850G) are commonly listed in the $20–$60 range for parts‑only online kits.
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Some US‑oriented parts shops list Sony‑model‑specific strips (e.g., XBR‑55X800G kit) around $50–$80 for a complete set of 8–10 strips.
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60–65 inch and 70–75 inch Sony Bravia models
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Large‑screen Sony models (e.g., XBR‑65X930D, XR‑75X90K) use more strips and higher‑spec bars, so generic strip‑sets start around $20–$40, while exact‑model kits can reach $70–$150+.
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For flagship 75‑inch sets (e.g., XR‑75X90K), Sony‑branded or OEM‑style strip sets are sometimes priced $75–$120, depending on the exact part number and strip‑count.
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Labour and “full‑job” cost in repair shops
When you pay a technician rather than DIY, the bill is usually parts + labour:
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In many markets, generic LED‑strip kits are bought for $10–$40, and the labour to remove the back panel, swap strips, and test is added on top.
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In Nairobi‑style repair shops, total LED‑strip replacement for 43–55 inch Sony Bravia sets is often quoted in the KSh 6,000–12,000 range, which includes both parts and labour. Larger 60–65 inch jobs can run KSh 10,000–20,000 for the same job, reflecting more strips and more delicate work.
Key cost‑drivers by model
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Part number and exact model – the same size (e.g., 55″) can have several different LED‑strip assemblies (e.g., XBR‑55X800G vs XBR‑55X850G vs KD‑55X8500F), each with its own strip‑set price.
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OEM vs generic strips – Sony‑branded or OEM‑style strips are pricier but usually more reliable; generic third‑party strips may be 30–60% cheaper but can have brightness or compatibility quirks.
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Strip count and layout – edge‑lit vs full‑array mini‑LED or local‑dimming models need more strips and higher‑precision replacement, so the per‑strip cost and labour time go up.
If you share your exact Sony Bravia model number (for example “KD‑55X8500F” or “XR‑65X90K”), the cost band can be mapped more precisely to those online‑retail and local‑repair ranges you see above.