$500 - $600 TVs

The Bottom Line: While its light shade of black won't win over bargain home theater sticklers, the LG H20 series' features and adjustability stand out among the entry-level crowd.

Specs: LCD TV, 37 in, 450, 30000:1, 1366 x 768, 16:9, Glossy black

The Bottom Line: While no style maven or template for reference color, the Toshiba AV502U series can do black levels better than most inexpensive LCDs.

Specs: LCD TV, 37 in, 720p, High-gloss black

The Bottom Line: The Philips PFL6704D series falls short of the competition's performance, but it does have a cool design and relatively accurate color.

Specs: LCD TV, 32 in, 500, 1920 x 1080

The Bottom Line: CNET did not review the Hitachi UT32X812, but we did review a larger model in a different series.

Specs: LCD flat panel display, 32 in, 1366 x 768, 16:9, Crystal black sapphire with chrome trim

The Bottom Line: CNET did not review the Samsung LN32A550, but we did review a larger model in the series.

Specs: LCD TV, 32 in, 15000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9

The Bottom Line: The Vizio VP422 is a 42-inch plasma with a rock-bottom price tag and picture quality that, while certainly not perfect, should satisfy casual viewers.

Specs: Plasma TV, 42 in, 1500 cd/m2, 30000:1, 1024 x 720, 16:9

The Bottom Line: CNET did not review the Toshiba 37CV510U, but we did review a smaller model in the series.

Specs: LCD TV, 37 in, High-gloss black

The Bottom Line: CNET did not review the 42-inch LG 42LG30, but we did review a smaller model in the series.

Specs: LCD TV, 42 in, 500, 12000:1, 1366 x 768, 16:9, Gloss piano black

The Bottom Line: CNET did not review the Samsung LN37A450, but we did review a smaller model in the series.

Specs: LCD TV, 37 in, 10000:1, 1366 x 768, 16:9

The Bottom Line: While CNET has not reviewed the Samsung HP-T4254, we have reviewed the similar Samsung HP-T5064.

Specs: Plasma TV, 42 in, 15000:1, 1024 x 768, 16:9