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• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.8 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 4 reviews

The Bottom Line: With flagship-level picture quality for a midlevel price, the Panasonic ST50 series sets the value standard among videophile-grade TVs. Read review

Specs: Plasma TV, 55 in, 3D Compatible, 1080p, 600 Hz, Wi-Fi, Skype, FOX sports, SHOUTcast, AccuWeather, VIERA Connect, Hulu Plus, MLB.tv, Pandora, YouTube

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.2 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Panasonic TC-P50UT50 plasma TV nearly matches the world-beating picture quality of the ST50 series, at an even lower price. Read review

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.5 stars Spectacular

  Overall score: 9.4 (4.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 11 reviews

The Bottom Line: The overpriced Sharp Elite LED-based LCD produces the best overall picture quality of any TV we've reviewed since 2008. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 60 in, 3D Compatible, 1080p, 240 Hz, Full-array with local dimming, Wi-Fi, CinemaNow, Netflix, Blockbuster, Pandora, Napster, Facebook, Twitter, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.3 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 14 reviews

The Bottom Line: One of the best-performing LED-based LCDs we've ever tested, the expensive local-dimming Sony XBR-HX929 competes well with the top plasmas. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 55 in, 1080p, 3D Compatible, 960 Hz, Intelligent Peak LED Backlight, Wi-Fi, BRAVIA Internet Video, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  2.5 stars Average

  Overall score: 5.8 (2.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 4 reviews

The Bottom Line: Although blessed with a unique design and plenty of useful extras, the disappointing picture quality of the LG LM6700 series makes it a questionable value. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 47 in, Edge Light w/ local dimming, Wi-Fi, Smart TV

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.6 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 4 reviews

The Bottom Line: The expensive Samsung PNE8000 series comes through with stellar picture quality, but its main appeal is to people who crave the latest gadgetry in their plasma TV. Read review

Specs: Plasma, 59 in, 1080p, 3D Compatible, 600 Hz, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Samsung SmartTV

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.9 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 11 reviews

The Bottom Line: Solid overall 2D and 3D picture quality, as well as a wealth of features and beautiful looks, mark the Samsung UND6400 as one of the better edge-lit LED-based LCD TVs we've tested. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 46 in, 1080p, 3D Compatible, 120 Hz, Edge Light w/ local dimming, Bluetooth, Samsung Smart TV, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.1 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 27 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Samsung UND8000 TV delivers best-in-class looks and features, but its picture quality--thanks to uneven screen uniformity--is ultimately not as good as that of many less expensive models. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 55 in, 3D Compatible, 1080p, 240 Hz, Wi-Fi, Samsung Smart TV, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 13 reviews

The Bottom Line: For people craving a colossal flat-screen TV who don't want a plasma or a projector, the 70-inch Sharp LC-70LE73U series LED-based LCD offers very good picture quality, especially in bright rooms. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 70 in, 1080p, 120 Hz, Full array, Wi-Fi, AQUOS Net, Netflix, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.8 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: With flagship-level picture quality for a midlevel price, the Panasonic ST50 series sets the value standard among videophile-grade TVs. Read review

• CNET Editor rating:
  2.5 stars Average

  Overall score: 5.8 (2.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: Although blessed with a unique design and plenty of useful extras, the disappointing picture quality of the LG LM6700 series makes it a questionable value. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 55 in, Edge Light w/ local dimming, Wi-Fi, Smart TV

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.9 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 12 reviews

The Bottom Line: Albeit expensive and plagued by 3D image issues, the beautifully styled Sony KDL-NX720 has better picture quality than most other edge-lit LED-based LCD TVs. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 55 in, 3D Compatible, 1080p, 240 Hz, Edge-lit, Wi-Fi, Skype, Bravia Internet Video and Qriocity, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.6 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 18 reviews

The Bottom Line: While passive 3D has its flaws, the LG LW5600's 2D picture quality is very good for an edge-lit LED-based LCD TV, especially in bright rooms. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 47 in, 1080p, 3D Compatible, 120 Hz, Edge Light with local dimming, Smart TV with NetCast and Web browser, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.3 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 4 reviews

The Bottom Line: If you don't expect the world from the entry-level Sony KDL-BX420 LCD, its picture quality may be a pleasant surprise. Read review

Specs: LCD TV, 40 in, 1080p, 60 Hz, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.7 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 4 reviews

The Bottom Line: With image quality every bit as good as many expensive LED models, the Samsung LND630 is a great choice for a no-frills LCD TV. Read review

Specs: LCD TV, 46 in, 1080p, 120 Hz, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.1 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: With decent picture quality and great pricing, the Sharp LC-LE640U series makes a strong case for mainstream TV shoppers who want to go bigger. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 60 in, 1080p, Edge-lit, Wi-Fi, Ethernet, AQUOS Net, Twitter, Facebook, Vudu, YouTube, Netflix, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.5 stars Spectacular

  Overall score: 9.4 (4.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 6 reviews

The Bottom Line: The overpriced Sharp Elite LED-based LCD produces the best overall picture quality of any TV we've reviewed since 2008. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 70 in, 3D Compatible, 1080p, 240 Hz, Full-array with local dimming, Wi-Fi, CinemaNow, Netflix, Blockbuster, Pandora, Napster, Facebook, Twitter, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.8 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: With flagship-level picture quality for a midlevel price, the Panasonic ST50 series sets the value standard among videophile-grade TVs. Read review

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.5 stars Spectacular

  Overall score: 9.0 (4.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 33 reviews

The Bottom Line: With picture quality that's nearly the equal of the tough competition, as well as best-in-class design and features, the Samsung PND8000 makes a strong case for being the best overall plasma TV of 2011. Read review

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.6 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The expensive Samsung PNE8000 series comes through with stellar picture quality, but its main appeal is to people who crave the latest gadgetry in their plasma TV. Read review

Specs: 3D, 51 in, 1080p, 3D Compatible, 600 Hz, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Smart Hub, Samsung Smart TV

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.8 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: With flagship-level picture quality for a midlevel price, the Panasonic ST50 series sets the value standard among videophile-grade TVs. Read review

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.6 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The expensive Samsung PNE8000 series comes through with stellar picture quality, but its main appeal is to people who crave the latest gadgetry in their plasma TV. Read review

Specs: 3D, 64 in, 3D Compatible, 1080p, 600 Hz

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.2 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The Panasonic TC-P50UT50 plasma TV nearly matches the world-beating picture quality of the ST50 series, at an even lower price. Read review

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.2 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 5 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Samsung LND550's mix of features, style and picture quality stands tall among the tough entry-level LCD TV crowd. Read review

Specs: LCD TV, 40 in, 1080p, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.2 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The Panasonic TC-P50UT50 plasma TV nearly matches the world-beating picture quality of the ST50 series, at an even lower price. Read review

Specs: Plasma TV, 60 in, 1080p, 600 Hz, Ethernet, Skype, FOX sports, SHOUTcast, AccuWeather, VIERA Connect, Hulu Plus, MLB.tv, Pandora, YouTube