(Jun 26, 2009)
David Katzmaier
Senior Editor
It's easy to pick the very best, but when it comes to paying for a new HDTV, sometimes second or third best is all your wallet allows. And sometimes, you just want a TV that's "good enough" and won't drain the children's college funds. That's where this list comes in, which compiles our picks for the best buys among LCD TVs. "Cheap" doesn't necessarily have a bad connotation when you're talking about the models listed below--it just means they cost less than average yet still produce a decent picture.
Vizio SV470XVT
The Vizio SV470XVT represents a viable alternative for LCD TV bargain hunters who want 120Hz processing.
Price: $849.99 - $1,299.99 (check prices)
Review date: Aug 21, 2008
Very good
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LG LH30 series
While its black levels and uniformity mark the LG LH30 series as an entry-level display, its extensive picture controls allow the color accuracy of a flagship model.
Price: $805.97 - $1,099.00 (check prices)
Review date: Apr 28, 2009
Good
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Vizio VO32LF
The accurate color and deep feature set of Vizio's 1080p VO32LF make it one of the better small-screen LCDs.
Price: $449.99 - $818.99 (check prices)
Review date: Jan 22, 2009
Good
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Vizio VOJ370F
Accurate color performance helps the Vizio VOJ370F stand out from the midsize LCD pack.
Price: $619.99 - $749.00 (check prices)
Review date: Dec 19, 2008
Good
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LG 32LG30
LG's 32LG30 doesn't produce the deepest black levels, but its color accuracy after calibration will warm geeky hearts.
Price: $875.99 (check prices)
Review date: May 20, 2008
Good
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Sharp LC-52D65U
Excellent energy savings and decent picture quality make the Sharp LC-52D65U a solid value among bigger-screen LCDs.
Price: $1,269.99 - $1,397.99 (check prices)
Review date: Oct 24, 2008
Good
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