Best LCD TVs
Svelte and sexy LCD (liquid crystal display) flat-panels have been replacing bulky PC monitor tubes for the past several years. It was only a matter of time before those monitors grew up into bigger flat-panel TVs. Today's LCD TVs range from 15 to more than 52 inches. They can be small enough to replace your old tube or big enough to compete against plasma TVs. Here are our favorites.
Sony KDL-55XBR8
8.7 Excellent (reviewed 10/16/08)
Although not quite the best HDTV we've tested so far, the wallet-busting, LED-powered Sony KDL-55XBR8 comes mighty close.
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Samsung LN46A950
8.3 Excellent (reviewed 9/10/08)
Samsung's LED-backlit LN46A950 represents the peak of flat-panel LCD TV performance and picture quality, with a price to match.
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Samsung LN52A650
8.0 Excellent (reviewed 4/29/08)
If you don't mind its red frame, the Samsung LN52A650 LCD TV will reward you with a massive feature set and excellent picture quality.
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Sony KDL-52XBR7
8.0 Excellent (reviewed 12/9/08)
The 240Hz Sony KDL-52XBR7 breaks new refresh rate ground, but for most buyers the extra Hz won't be worth the high price.
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Sony KDL-52XBR6
8.0 Excellent (reviewed 10/8/08)
The 52-inch Sony KDL-52XBR6 LCD is a bit too expensive for the level of picture quality it delivers, but its styling and best-in-class black levels help its case.
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Samsung LN46A550
7.7 Very good (reviewed 8/8/08)
The midlevel Samsung LN46A550 LCD TV strikes an excellent balance between price and performance.
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Samsung LN46A750
7.7 Very good (reviewed 6/26/08)
The excellent picture quality and unique interactive features of the Samsung LN46A750 flat-panel LCD TV aren't quite worth the higher price tag.
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Samsung LN32A450
7.6 Very good (reviewed 4/22/08)
Solid picture quality propels the Samsung LN32A450 LCD TV to the front of small-screen class.
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Sony KDL-46Z4100
7.6 Very good (reviewed 8/8/08)
Sony's well-featured, smartly styled KDL-46Z4100 performs well enough, but its picture doesn't match that of the best LCD TVs.
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Hitachi UT37X902
7.3 Very good (reviewed 11/14/08)
A high price and a quirky, optional AV Center lessen the appeal, but the stunning design of the ultrathin Hitachi UT37X902 will draw buyers who want the ultimate in flat-panel chic.
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Vizio SV470XVT
7.3 Very good (reviewed 8/21/08)
The Vizio SV470XVT represents a viable alternative for LCD TV bargain hunters who want 120Hz processing.
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Panasonic TC-32LX85
7.3 Very good (reviewed 8/4/08)
The 32-inch Panasonic TC-32LX85 delivers surprisingly impressive picture quality for a small-screen LCD TV.
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Sony KDL-46W4100
7.3 Very good (reviewed 6/4/08)
Sony's midlevel KDL-46W4100 gets you solid dejudder video processing but otherwise its picture quality falls short of the top tier.
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LG 47LG60
7.3 Very good (reviewed 5/7/08)
A unique design and best-in-class calibration controls cannot quite make up for the lighter black levels of the LG 47LG60 47-inch flat-panel LCD TV.
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Vizio VOJ370F
7.0 Very good (reviewed 12/19/08)
Accurate color performance helps the Vizio VOJ370F stand out from the midsize LCD pack.
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Vizio VO32L
7.0 Very good (reviewed 9/29/08)
The Vizio VO32L's mostly solid image quality and fully packed connectivity package make it a top choice among small-screen LCDs.
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Westinghouse VK-40F580D
7.0 Very good (reviewed 7/7/08)
Perfectly acceptable image quality and a well-integrated DVD player make the Westinghouse VK-40F580D a solid choice for people going the combo route.
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Sony KDL-32M4000
7.0 Very good (reviewed 5/14/08)
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.
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Sharp LC-52D65U
6.9 Good (reviewed 10/24/08)
Excellent energy savings and decent picture quality make the Sharp LC-52D65U a solid value among bigger-screen LCDs.
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