CNET Editor's rating: 7.6 out of 10
Reviewed by
David Katzmaier
Review date: 6/18/07
Release date: 4/1/07
The good: Flat-panel LCD HDTV produces deep black levels; accurate color after adjustment; clean image; numerous picture controls; beautiful styling.
The bad: Less shadow detail than some LCDs and plasmas; image discolors somewhat when seen from off-angle.
The bottom line: Although not quite the best of its breed, the Samsung LN-T4661F delivers very good picture quality with plenty of style and functionality.
Description:
The Samsung LN-T4661F is a 46-inch, LCD television.
Compared to other LCD TVs on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $1,460.
This TV is an LCD display, which is generally the best kind of flat-panel screen for viewing in brightly-lit rooms.
Pros:
Has a 46-inch screen size.
This is larger than the average TV on the market today, but is to be expected for a TV of this price.
With built-in HDTV compatibility, this television can display images that are significantly sharper and more realistic than regular television, as long as the source is high definition.
(It can easily render standard-resolution digital TV broadcasts and also depict the full resolution of widescreen DVD video.)
The 3:2 pulldown feature of this TV reduces artifacts that can occur when motion pictures are transferred to a digital format such as DVD.
Cons:
Has only a rear connector location.
Suitability:
An LCD TV, suited for home entertainment.
Also, a wide aspect display such as this one is well suited for DVD movies recorded in the popular 16:9 format, as well as high definition programming.
Value:
In view of its relatively inexpensive price, this TV has great features for the money.
Suggestions:
(1) For assistance in shopping for a new HDTV, read CNET editors'
Ultimate HDTV Buying Guide
.
(2) If donating or repurposing your old TV is not a viable option, CNET encourages households to recycle their electronics.
Please explore the following website to find a recycling center in your area
Electronics Take Back Coalition
.
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