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Best LED TVs

(Updated May 14, 2013 2:30 AM PDT)

David Katzmaier

Senior editor

An LED TV is a kind of LCD TV that uses light-emitting diodes instead of the standard fluorescent backlight to illuminate the screen. Some LED TVs are extremely thin and some exhibit better picture quality than standard LCD TVs do, and most are more energy-efficient. However, they're also more expensive. Check out LED-based LCD TVs explained for more information, and our list of Best LCD TVs to the left for cheaper alternatives.

Sony KDL-HX850 series

The Sony HX850 is a smart-looking Smart TV with sparkling picture quality, making it a front-runner for plasma-phobic videophiles.

Price: $1,815.00 - $2,799.00 (check prices)

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Vizio E320i-A0

For people seeking integrated Smart features, the Vizio E320i-A0 is the strongest value we've seen yet among 32-inch TVs.

Price: $282.90 - $288.00 (check prices)

4 stars Very good Read full review

Vizio E1i-A3 series

The Vizio E1i-A3 series is the best value yet among big-screen LED TVs.

Price: $998.00 - $1,280.85 (check prices)

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Sharp LC-LE650U series

The Sharp LE650 series sets the big-screen LCD TV value bar high with very good picture quality for the price.

Price: $1,120.00 - $1,499.99 (check prices)

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Philips PFL5097 series

The Philips PFL5907 series has commendable picture quality and features, making it one of the better LED TV values.

Price: $824.35 - $1,009.98 (check prices)

4 stars Very good Read full review

LG LM7600 series

If you've been holding out for an LED TV with picture quality that mostly lives up to its stunning design and cutting-edge features, the LM7600 series deserves a look.

Price: $959.00 - $999.00 (check prices)

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Sony XBR-HX950 series

Although it's priced higher and performs worse than the best plasmas, the Sony XBR-HX950 is still one of the top-performing LED TVs ever.

Price: $2,999.99 - $3,059.18 (check prices)

4 stars Very good Read full review

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