The Best HDTV According to Buyers – August 2009

HDTV (High Definition TV) is now becoming a popular format across the US and is rapidly moving in to more homes across the country. With so many choices it is sometimes overwhelming to find the best HDTV that suits you. We have created this brief HDTV comparison for you to find out what is currently selling best along with a description of each. One of the more unique ones is the Philips 21:9 aspect ratio TV (pictured to the left) that really brings the cinema in to your home. However, due to it’s uniqueness it didn’t make it in to the top 5 we have listed below (which was compiled using data from Amazon’s best sellers).

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Samsung LN52B750 52-Inch 1080p LCD

In 1st place on the list is the Samsung LN52B750. This HDTV measures 52″ diagonally and supports 1080p full HD. It has four HDMI connectors (allowing 4 HD devices to be plugged in to it) as well as two component, one PC and two composite video input. Sound is produced by two 10W speakers that are at the bottom of the screen and supply SRS TruSurround HD audio. The screen features Auto Motion Plus that provides a refresh of 240Hz with a 2ms response time to help remove motion blur. A 150,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio is also achieved on the Samsung screen. The HDTV also has Medi@2.0 that lets you use internet features on the TV.

Cost: $2,299.00 with Free Shipping (Price reflects a current 21% saving from the usual $2900 price tag.)

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Samsung PN42B450 42-Inch 720p Plasma Screen

In second place we have another Samsung HDTV. This time it’s the PN42B450 42 inch plasma screen. This screen measures 42 inches and runs at a resolution of 720p. The HDTV has three HDMI inputs, two component and one composite input. Two 10W bottom speakers provide SRS TruSurround HD giving a rich experience. The screen uses E-Panel technology with 600Hz subfield motion and a very impressive .001ms response time.

Overall another stunning HDTV and well worth looking at if you are after a Plasma screen rather than an LCD screen.

Cost: $679.00 with Free Shipping (Price reflects a current 15% saving from the usual $799.99 price tag.)

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Samsung LN46B750 46-inch LCD HDTV

3rd in the best HDTVs comparison list is yet again, another Samsung. This time it’s an LCD screen that measures 46 inches diagonal. It supports FullHD at a 1080p resolution. Four HDMI connectors, two component, one PC and two composite video inputs can be found on this High Def TV allowing for a good amount of devices to be connected simultaneously. This screen also features the same 10W SRS TruSurround speakers providing HD audio. The refresh rate is 240MHz and it has a 2ms response time with a 150,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio. A wide Colour Enhancer 3 is utilised allowing for a high contract picture. Also, this TV supports Medi@2.0 allowing for internet connectivity.

The only real difference with the Samsung screens is size and type, ie, Plasma or LCD.

Cost: $1,799.00 with Free Shipping (Price reflects a current 25% saving from the usual $2,399.99 price tag.)

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Panasonic VIERA X1 Series TC-L32X1 32-inch LCD

In 4th place we have the Panasonic VIERA X1. It is a 32 inch LCD screen and represents one of the smaller screens in the top 5. The 32″ LCD is HD supporting resolutions of up to 720p. A unique feature of the VIERA X1 HDTV is an included universal iPod dock allowing you to easily connect an iPod or iPod video up to the TV to playback your audio and video. The VIERA also has an image viewer built in allowing you to insert your cameras SD card to playback all your pictures on screen. If you have other Panasonic devices such as a DVD or Blu-Ray player then this HDTV also has a remote control which can control everything from the 1 remote control. This screen has three HDMI inputs as well as a PC input.

Cost: $427.45 (Price reflects a current 29% saving.)

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Panasonic VIERA G10 TC-P54G10 54-inch Plasma

Next in the list is the Panasonic VIERA G10. This HDTV is a 54-inch Plasma screen that supports full HD which is 1080p. It has a native contrast of 40,000:1 and a dynamic contrast of 2,000,000:1 (impressive!) with infinite black and whitest of whites. This is a serious HDTV for those who love that perfect picture quality. The VIERA G10 has three HDMI inputs as well as a PC input and is a THX certified display.

The G10 HTDV is the largest in the top 5 and doesn’t come cheap at just short of $1600 (special offer).

Cost: $1577.88 (Price reflects discount.)

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Choosing the best HDTV for you

When choosing the best HDTV for your needs it is important to first think of what you actually need. Start off by looking at the size of screen you want. You don’t want it too small that you can’t see it, but you don’t want it too large that it overtakes your living room. The top 10 list has screens varying from just 26 inches all the way up to 52″ with the majority of them being between 40 and 50 inches. Once you know how big you want your HDTV to be you need to check how many devices you will be connecting to the screen. Do you have a PS3, XBOX, Satellite Receiver, Blu-Ray Player? Most screens come with several inputs so this should cause you a problem. Also you need to choose between LCD or Plasma. Plasma is capable of giving deeper blacks and is popular among those who love watching films. LCD accounts for a larger section in the market vs Plasma. Finally, you need to look at what TV you like and what looks good in your home. That part is personal preference. Good luck in choosing the right HDTV for you.

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