Best HDTVs (32 inches or less)

(Updated December 9, 2011 5:11 AM PST)
David Katzmaier
David Katzmaier
Senior editor
You want HDTV, but you don't want to take up half the room with a television screen. The list of our favorite televisions below includes only modestly sized sets with screens measuring 32 inches diagonally. It's all flat-panel LCDs of either 720p or 1080p resolution, and all can display HD sources. Going small doesn't mean you have to give up high-def.

Sony NSX-32GT1 (Google TV)

Easily the most capable Internet-connected TV ever made, Sony's NSX-GT1 series calls for a tech-savvy buyer who can live with Google TV's growing pains, a touchy remote, and so-so picture quality.

Price: $698.00 - $799.00 (check prices)

4 stars

Good

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Sony NSX-32GT1 (Google TV)

Samsung LN32D550

The Samsung LND550's mix of features, style and picture quality stands tall among the tough entry-level LCD TV crowd.

Price: $489.00 - $549.00 (check prices)

4 stars

Good

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Samsung LN32D550

Sony Bravia KDL-32BX420

If you don't expect the world from the entry-level Sony KDL-BX420 LCD, its picture quality may be a pleasant surprise.

Price: $448.00 - $529.99 (check prices)

4 stars

Good

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Sony Bravia KDL-32BX420

Vizio E3D320VX

The Vizio E3D0VX series has excellent features for the price, including 3D and robust streaming, but its 2D picture quality is a big Achilles' heel.

Price: $509.99 - $518.35 (check prices)

4 stars

Good

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Vizio E3D320VX

LG 32LK450

While the picture quality of the LG LK450 has its strengths, they're overcome by its grayish reproduction of black.

Price: $338.89 - $499.99 (check prices)

4 stars

OK

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LG 32LK450