Best rear projection HDTVs
When you want to go big, nothing beats a rear-projector. These giant boxes have gotten less boxy over the last couple of years, but they still provide the most screen real estate for your buck. All of the ones on this list incorporate microdisplay technology such as DLP, LCD, and LCoS for sharper, brighter images than CRT. All are wide-screen, for that great cinematic picture, and our list includes 50-inch sets all the way up to 65-inch behemoths. HDTV was made for big screens, and a rear-projector is a great way to enjoy it.
Samsung HL61A750
8.0 Excellent (reviewed 7/18/08)
Samsung's HL61A750 61-inch rear-projection HDTV delivers excellent overall picture quality, and, compared to flat-panel options, it's a real bargain.
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Sony KDS-55A3000
7.7 Very good (reviewed 11/28/07)
The SXRD-based Sony KDS-55A3000 exhibited excellent color accuracy and stellar performance in general, making it the year's best performer in the rear-projection HDTV category.
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Samsung HL-T5687S
7.6 Very good (reviewed 7/19/07)
Although we couldn't quite ignore its uneven screen uniformity, the Samsung HL-T5687S still makes a compelling alternative to flat-screen wallet-busters at this size.
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Mitsubishi WD-65734
7.2 Very good (reviewed 9/18/07)
Its performance isn't the best among rear-projection HDTVs, but the Mitsubishi WD-65734's excellent feature set and highly adjustable picture help make up the difference.
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Mitsubishi WD-65833
6.8 Good (reviewed 12/5/07)
The DLP-based Mitsubishi WD-65833 turned in a disappointing performance, especially for the company's flagship rear-projection HDTV.
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