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Best HDTVs (33 - 43 inches)
HDTV was made for bigger screens, and at sizes between 33 and 43 inches, the extra detail of high-def has a good opportunity to strut its stuff. The models on this list include a mix of plasmas and LCDs but projection models are still scarce at this size. If you have the room and are going to watch HDTV channels, stepping up to a bigger screen is worth it.
Panasonic TH-42PX80U
7.3 Very good (reviewed 4/30/08)
Panasonic's TH-42PX80U 42-inch plasma sets the picture quality-to-value standard for entry-level flat-panel HDTVs.
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Westinghouse VK-40F580D
7.0 Very good (reviewed 7/7/08)
Perfectly acceptable image quality and a well-integrated DVD player make the Westinghouse VK-40F580D a solid choice for people going the combo route.
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Philips 42PFL7432D
6.9 Good (reviewed 12/13/07)
Although its black-level performance hampers its picture quality against similarly priced flat-panel LCDs, the Philips 42PFL7432D has its share of strong points.
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Toshiba 40RF350U
6.5 Good (reviewed 12/11/07)
Although the compact Toshiba 40RF350U is one of the most distinctive-looking 40-inch LCD TVs available, its picture quality has some issues.
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Vizio GV42LF HDTV
6.5 Good (reviewed 8/9/07)
The Vizio GV42LF HDTV maintains the balance between competitive pricing and good performance.
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Philips 42PFL5603D
6.2 Good (reviewed 5/30/08)
Although it has its share of picture-quality problems, the Eco-friendliness of Philips' 42PFL5603D flat-panel LCD will win the day for consumption-conscious shoppers.
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