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Sharp Aquos LC-46D85U comparison

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Sharp Aquos LC-46D85U
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Sharp Aquos LC-46D85U
Sharp AQUOS LC-52D85U

Sharp AQUOS LC-52D85U
Sony KDL-46V5100
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Sony KDL-46V5100
Samsung LN46B650
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Samsung LN46B650
Samsung PN50B650
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Samsung PN50B650
Price $1,149.00 to $1,999.99 $1,179.00 to $2,499.99 $989.00 to $1,397.77 $1,099.95 to $1,359.99 $1,039.00 to $1,499.99
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Release date October 15, 2008 April 01, 2009 April 01, 2009
The Bottom Line The Sharp LC-46D85U's picture quality issues will give many potential buyers pause, but its dejudder-free 120Hz refresh rate might find some fans. CNET did not review the Sharp AQUOS LC-52D85U, but we did review a smaller model in the same series. The commendable picture quality of Sony's entry-level 120Hz-equipped LCD makes it a very good value. While not up to the picture quality of Samsung's topflight models, the feature-rich, uniquely styled LNB650 series still outperforms most LCDs on the market. Samsung's PNB650 series can't quite match the best plasmas on the market, but it comes close enough to offer a viable alternative.
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Features
Sound EffectsInfo unavailableInfo unavailableSRS TruSurround XT
SRS TruSurround HD
SRS TruSurround HD
Input Video FormatsInfo unavailableInfo unavailable480/60i
480/60p
720/60p
1080/24p
1080/60i
1080/60p
1080p
Info unavailable
Multi-channel PreviewInfo unavailableInfo unavailablePicture-in-picture (PIP)
Picture-in-picture (PIP)
Picture-in-picture (PIP)
Analog TV TunerNTSC
NTSC
Info unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailable
Weight51.8 lbs
62.6 lbs
56.2 lbs
53.8 lbs
84.2 lbs
Image Aspect Ratio16:9
16:9
16:9
16:9
Info unavailable
Digital TV TunerQAM
ATSC
QAM
ATSC
QAM
ATSC
Info unavailableQAM
ATSC
HDMI Ports Qty5
5
4
4
4
USB PortInfo unavailableInfo unavailable1 port(s)
Yes , 2 port(s)
Yes , 2 port(s)
Resolution1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
Motion Enhancement TechnologyInfo unavailableInfo unavailableMotionflow
Info unavailable600Hz sub-field driving
Sound Output ModeStereo
Stereo
Stereo
Stereo
Stereo
Speaker System2 speakers
2 speakers
2 speakers
Info unavailable2 speakers
Manufacturer Warranty1 year warranty
1 year warranty
1 year warranty
Info unavailableInfo unavailable
Enclosure ColorHigh-gloss black
Piano black
Piano black
Info unavailableInfo unavailable
RadioNone
None
None
None
None
Environmental StandardsYes
Yes
Yes
Info unavailableYes
TV Tuner1x analog
1x digital
Info unavailable1x analog/digital combo
Info unavailableInfo unavailable
Stereo Reception SystemInfo unavailableMTS
MTS
Info unavailableInfo unavailable
DVDNone
None
None
None
None
Dimensions (WxDxH)43.7 in x 12.8 in x 30 in - With stand and speakers
49.2 in x 13 in x 33.4 in - With stand and speakers
44.1 in x 12.7 in x 30.4 in - With stand
44.5 in x 10.9 in x 30.8 in - With stand
48.4 in x 11.4 in x 32.2 in - With stand
PowerAC 120 V
AC 120 V
AC 120 V
Info unavailableInfo unavailable
BatteryNone
None
None
None
None
Remote ControlRemote control - Infrared
Remote control - Infrared
Remote control - Infrared
Info unavailableRemote control - Infrared
VCRNone
None
None
None
None
TechnologyTFT active matrix
TFT active matrix
TFT active matrix
TFT active matrix
Plasma (PDP)
Diagonal Size46 in - Widescreen
52 in - Widescreen
46 in - Widescreen
45.9 in - Widescreen
50 in - Widescreen
Digital Television CertificationHDTV
HDTV
HDTV
HDTV
HDTV
Progressive ScanProgressive scanning (line doubling)
Progressive scanning (line doubling)
Progressive scanning (line doubling)
Progressive scanning (line doubling)
Info unavailable
HDCP CompatibleInfo unavailableInfo unavailableYes
Yes
Yes
Additional Features120Hz Fine Motion Enhanced Technology
Advanced Super View (ASV)
Spectral Contrast Engine UD (Ultra Dark)
LINK
120Hz Fine Motion Enhanced Technology
Advanced Super View (ASV)
Spectral Contrast Engine UD (Ultra Dark)
LINK
Bravia engine
Advanced Contrast Enhancer
Motionflow 120 Hz technology
LightSensor technology
VESA compatible
Bravia Sync technology
Info unavailableUltra FilterBright anti-glare technology
CinemaSmooth technology
Medi@2.0
USB 2.0
ToC design
Internet TV
LCD Backlight TechnologyInfo unavailableInfo unavailableWide Color Gamut-CCFL
Info unavailableInfo unavailable
PC InterfaceVGA (HD-15)
VGA (HD-15)
USB
VGA (HD-15)
USB
VGA (HD-15)
VGA (HD-15)
120HzYes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Info unavailable
Video InterfaceHDMI
S-Video
Component
Composite
HDMI
S-Video
Component
Composite
HDMI
S-Video
Component
Composite
HDMI
Component
Composite
HDMI
Component
Composite
DVRNone
None
None
None
Info unavailable
Product DescriptionSharp LC 46D85U - 46 in LCD TV
Sharp LC 52D85U - 52 in LCD TV
Sony KDL-46V5100 - 46 in LCD TV
Samsung LN46B650 - 45.9 in LCD TV
Samsung PN50B650 - 50 in Plasma TV
Product TypeLCD TV
LCD TV
LCD TV
LCD TV
Plasma TV
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