Samsung Direct View TVs (CRT)

Editors' Take: We preview Samsung's "thin tube" 30-inch direct-view HDTV.

Specs: CRT TV, 30 in, 16:9

The Bottom Line: Despite its budget price, this small wide-screen HDTV can produce a surprisingly good picture.

Specs: CRT TV, 26 in, 16:9, Silver

The Bottom Line: The TXN3098WHF performs decently and lowers the entry point for 30-inch wide-screen HDTVs to less than $1,000.

Specs: CRT TV, 30 in, 1080i, 16:9

The Bottom Line: This Samsung is an impressive performer and is currently the best value among 30-inch, wide-screen HDTVs.

Specs: CRT TV, 30 in, 16:9, Light gray

The Bottom Line: This Samsung is an impressive performer and one of the best values for a 32-inch, 4:3-aspect ratio, direct-view HDTV.

Specs: CRT TV, 32 in, 4:3

The Bottom Line: One of the least expensive HDTVs available, this 27-incher's small size and performance issues won't appeal to video purists.

Specs: CRT TV, 27 in, 4:3

The Bottom Line: This 30-inch set is an average-performing HDTV with enough charm to please most users.

Specs: CRT TV, 30 in, 16:9

The Bottom Line: While Samsung did everything right with this TV, we question the wisdom of buying a 27-inch HDTV.

Specs: CRT TV, 27 in, 4:3, Silver

Specs: CRT TV, 30 in, 1080i, 16:9, Silver