Overview

The Toshiba 40E220U is a sub-$500 television with a lot to offer the bargain-minded consumer. It has fairly deep black levels, a better selection of inputs than most competing sets, and rich, vibrant colors. Image processing is quite good, with crisp pictures and very good off-axis performance. On the downside, the Toshiba's shadow detail isn't as good as its competitors', uniformity is lacking, and the design is a little dated. While there are plenty of options at this price level, the Toshiba offers a no-frills television with a fine picture.