$400 - $500 HDTV Sets

The Bottom Line: Although not as feature-heavy as some models in its class, Samsung's LNB360 series takes the picture quality cake among entry-level LCDs.

Specs: LCD TV, 32 in, 30000:1, 1366 x 768, 16:9

The Bottom Line: Although it costs a tad more than bargain-basement models, the Sony KDL-L5000 series makes up for it with above-basement design and picture quality.

Specs: LCD TV, 21.6 in, 8000:1, 800:1, 1366 x 768, 16:9, Black

The Bottom Line: Although it costs a tad more than bargain-basement models, the Sony KDL-L5000 series makes up for it with above-basement design and picture quality.

Specs: LCD TV, 32 in, 13000:1, 3000:1, 1366 x 768, 16:9, Black

The Bottom Line: Although it's not the best iPod-friendly TV we've tested, the Panasonic TC-LX1 provides a convenient, affordable gateway to access video and music based on your iPod or iPhone.

Specs: LCD TV, 37 in, 12000:1, 1366 x 768, 16:9

The Bottom Line: The dock on JVC's LT-P300 series of LCD TV provides a well-designed and easy way to enjoy iPod and iPhone content in the living room.

Specs: LCD TV, 31.5 in, 500, 1920 x 1080, Gloss black

The Bottom Line: 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.

Specs: LCD TV, 31.5 in, 500, 50000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Gloss black

The Bottom Line: CNET did not review the LG 26LG30, but we did review a larger model in the series.

Specs: LCD TV, 26 in, 500, 5000:1, 1366 x 768, 16:9, Gloss piano black

The Bottom Line: While it's blessed with attractive looks and a solid picture, the higher price of Sony's KDL-32M4000 will turn off many 32-inch LCD comparison shoppers.

Specs: LCD TV, 32 in, 9000:1, 2500:1, 1366 x 768, 16:9, Gloss piano black

The Bottom Line: Solid picture quality propels the Samsung LN32A450 LCD TV to the front of small-screen class.

Specs: LCD TV, 32 in, 10000:1, 1366 x 768, 16:9

The Bottom Line: The inexpensive ViewSonic N3235w offers decent picture quality, but its lightweight jack pack falls short of the competition.

Specs: LCD TV, 32 in, 500, 1200:1, 1360 x 768, 16:9, Gloss piano black