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UNLIMITED long distance $21.95/mo32-inch HDTV showdown: 2008 edition
We review predominantly big-screen flat-panel HDTVs here at CNET, and in fact, 32 inches is as low as we'll go. However, in 2008 we've checked out our share of 32-inch, entry-level sets from several manufacturers, so here they are in one easy-to-compare format. Our favorite overall so far is the Samsung LN32A450, while our budget pick is the Toshiba 32CV510U. If you really want to save cash, the Insignia isn't the worst choice you can make. The Sony scored second highest, but we think shoppers in that price range will prefer the Samsung, whereas the Sharp came up shortest of our expectations. Update 05-21-08: We've also added an LG that falls squarely into the middle of the pack, but offers plenty of picture tweaks for geekier buyers. Read the full reviews for details.
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Samsung LN32A450 |
Sony Bravia KDL-32M4000 |
LG 32LG30 |
Toshiba Regza 32CV510U |
Insignia NS-LCD32-09 |
Sharp LC-32D44U |
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| Review date | April 22, 2008 | May 14, 2008 | May 20, 2008 | May 12, 2008 | April 02, 2008 | April 08, 2008 |
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| CNET editors' rating |
7.6 Very good |
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6.9 Good |
6.6 Good |
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5.9 Average |
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7.9 Very good |
9.0 Spectacular (
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7.7 Very good (
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8.0 Excellent (
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5.0 Average (
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9.0 Spectacular (
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| Review summary | Solid picture quality propels the Samsung LN32A450 LCD to the front of small-screen class. | While it's blessed with attractive looks and a solid picture, the higher price of Sony's KDL-32M4000 will turn off many 32-inch LCD comparison shoppers. | LG's 32LG30 doesn't produce the deepest black levels, but its color accuracy after calibration will warm geeky hearts. | Toshiba's 32-inch 32CV510U LCD, with its picture quality and feature set, makes a solid choice for mainstream HDTV shoppers. | The bargain Insignia NS-LCD32-09 32-inch LCD performs better than its basement price would indicate. | While stylish and well featured for an entry-level HDTV, the 32-inch Sharp LC-32D44U's picture quality falls short of expectations. |
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| Product Description | Samsung LN32A450 - 32 in LCD TV | Sony KDL-32M4000 - 32 in LCD TV | LG 32LG30 - 32 in LCD TV | Toshiba 32CV510U - 31.5 in LCD TV | Insignia NS-LCD32 - 32 in LCD TV | Sharp LC 32D44U - 32 in LCD TV |
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| Product Type | LCD TV | LCD TV | LCD TV | LCD TV | LCD TV | LCD TV |
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| Diagonal Size | 32 in - Widescreen | 32 in - Widescreen | 32 in - Widescreen | 31.5 in - Widescreen | 32 in - Widescreen | 32 in - Widescreen |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 31.4 in x 9.9 in x 22.7 in - With stand | 31.9 in x 3.9 in x 21.3 in - Without stand | 31.6 in x 3.1 in x 21.4 in - Without stand | 31 in x 3.4 in x 20.7 in - Without stand | 31.8 in x 11.7 in x 24 in - With stand | 30.6 in x 3.7 in x 20.6 in - Without stand |
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| Weight | 28 lbs | 30.9 lbs | 26.2 lbs | Info unavailable | 46.3 lbs | 25.4 lbs |
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| Digital Television Certification | HDTV | HDTV | HDTV | HDTV | HDTV | HDTV |
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| Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 1366 x 768 | 1366 x 768 | 720p | 1366 x 768 | 1366 x 768 |
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| Display Format | 720p | 720p | 720p | 720p | 720p | 720p |
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| Input Video Formats | 480i , 480p , 576i , 576p , 720p , 1080i | 480i , 480p , 720p , 1080i , 1080p | 480i , 480p , 720p , 1080i , 1080p | 480i , 480p , 720p , 1080i , 1080p | 480p , 720p , 1080i | 480i , 480p , 720p , 1080i |
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| Video Interface | HDMI , S-Video , Component , Composite | HDMI , S-Video , Component , Composite | HDMI , S-Video , Component , Composite | HDMI , S-Video , Component , Composite | HDMI , S-Video , Component , Composite | HDMI , S-Video , Component , Composite |
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| PC Interface | VGA (HD-15) | VGA (HD-15) | VGA (HD-15) | VGA (HD-15) | VGA (HD-15) | VGA (HD-15) |
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| HDCP Compatible | Yes | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Yes | Yes | Info unavailable |
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| Technology | TFT active matrix | TFT active matrix | Info unavailable | TFT active matrix | Info unavailable | TFT active matrix |
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| LCD Backlight Technology | Wide Color Gamut-CCFL | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable |
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| Progressive Scan | Progressive scanning (line doubling) | Progressive scanning (line doubling) | Progressive scanning (line doubling) | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Progressive scanning (line doubling) |
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| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 | 16:9 | 16:9 | 16:9 | 16:9 |
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| Digital TV Tuner | ATSC | QAM , ATSC | QAM , ATSC | QAM , ATSC | QAM , ATSC , 8-VSB | QAM , ATSC |
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| Analog TV Tuner | NTSC | NTSC | NTSC | NTSC | NTSC | NTSC |
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| Additional Features | On-screen menu , DNIe (Digital Natural Image engine) | Clock , V-Chip , Hotel mode , On-screen menu , Channel labeling , Parental control , Contrast enhancer , 3:2 pull down compensation , Ambient light sensor (ALS) , Digital MPEG Noise Reduction Circuit | V-Chip , On-screen menu , Channel labeling , Parental control , XD Engine technology , Video noise reduction , Digital MPEG Noise Reduction Circuit , Intelligent Room Illumination Sensor (IRIS) | CineSpeed , DynaLight , Game mode , REGZA LINK , PixelPure4G , 14 Bit REGZA Video Processor | On-screen menu , Channel labeling | V-Chip , On-screen menu , Parental control , 3:2 pull down compensation |
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| Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | Stereo | Stereo | Stereo | Stereo |
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| Speaker System | 2 speakers | 2 speakers | 2 speakers | 2 speakers | 2 speakers | 2 speakers |
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| Sound Effects | SRS TruSurround XT | Info unavailable | SRS TruSurround XT | Info unavailable | SRS TruSurround | Info unavailable |
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| Stereo Reception System | MTS | MTS | MTS | Info unavailable | MTS | MTS |
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| VCR | None | None | Info unavailable | None | Info unavailable | None |
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| DVD | None | None | None | None | Info unavailable | None |
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| USB Port | Yes | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable |
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| Radio | None | None | None | None | Info unavailable | None |
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| Remote Control | Remote control - Infrared | Remote control - Infrared | Universal remote control - Infrared | Universal remote control - Infrared | Remote control - Infrared | Remote control - Infrared |
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| Battery | None | None | None | None | None | None |
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| Environmental Standards | Yes | Yes | Yes | Info unavailable | Yes | Info unavailable |
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| Enclosure Color | Info unavailable | Gloss piano black | Gloss piano black | High-gloss black | High-gloss black | High-gloss black |
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| TV Tuner | Info unavailable | 1x analog/digital combo | 1x analog , 1x digital | 1x analog/digital combo | 1x analog , 1x digital | 1x analog , 1x digital |
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| Multi-channel Preview | Info unavailable | Picture-in-picture (PIP) | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable |
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| DVR | Info unavailable | None | None | None | Info unavailable | None |
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| Power | Info unavailable | AC 120 V | AC 120/230 V | AC 120 V | Info unavailable | AC 120 V |
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| Manufacturer Warranty | Info unavailable | 1 year warranty | 1 year warranty | Info unavailable | 1 year warranty | 1 year warranty |
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| Product name | Samsung LN32A450 | Sony Bravia KDL-32M4000 | LG 32LG30 | Toshiba Regza 32CV510U | Insignia NS-LCD32-09 | Sharp LC-32D44U |
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| Full specifications | Full Specifications | Full Specifications | Full Specifications | Full Specifications | Full Specifications | Full Specifications |
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