Normal 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: This is the reference standard for picture quality among direct-view HDTVs and happens to be a great value.

Specs: CRT TV, 34 in, 16:9

The Bottom Line: Sony's KV-30HS420 entry-level 30-inch wide-screen HDTV delivers a lot of bang for your buck.

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 set is the new standard against which all other direct-view HDTVs will be measured.

Specs: CRT TV, 34 in, 1080i, 16:9, Black

The Bottom Line: One of the top-performing 34-inch, direct-view HDTVs gets a different name and a lower price.

Specs: CRT TV, 34 in, 1080i, 16:9, Silver

The Bottom Line: This set is a major improvement over earlier Sony 34-inch models in terms of both performance and price.

Specs: CRT TV, 34 in, 16:9, Silver

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: A reasonably priced, good overall performer, this HDTV misses our highest accolade by only a hair.

Specs: CRT TV, 34 in, 16:9, Silver