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• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: Although it's priced higher and performs worse than the best plasmas, the Sony XBR-HX950 is still one of the top-performing LED TVs ever. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 55 in, 3D Compatible, 1080p, 240 Hz, Full-array with local dimming, Smart TV, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The Sony W900A LED-based LCD TV should have great picture quality thanks to the company's proven local-dimming scheme. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 55 in, 1080p, Edge-lit with local dimming, Wi-Fi

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.5 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 15 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, 240 Hz, Full-array with local dimming, Wi-Fi, Smart TV, BRAVIA Internet Video, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Panasonic has never been about flashy features, but things have changed with this year's products. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 55 in, 1080p, 240 Hz, Edge-lit with local dimming, Wi-Fi, Viera Connect

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: LED-LCD, 55 in, 1080p, 240 Hz, Edge-lit with local dimming, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Smart Hub, EPA Energy Star

• 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: Class-leading quality from off-angle can't excuse the expensive Panasonic TC-LWT50's disappointing picture when seen from the sweet spot. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 55 in, 1080p, 3D Compatible, Edge Light with local dimming, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Skype, SHOUTcast, AccuWeather, VIERA Connect, MLB.tv, Pandora, YouTube

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.4 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 34 reviews

The Bottom Line: It costs a mint, but Samsung's local dimming, LED-based UNB8500 series delivers the best picture quality of any LCD we've tested. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 55 in, 1080p, 240Hz, Edge Light with local dimming, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Panasonic has joined LG's Smart TV alliance, and in doing so has taken a page out of the Korean giant's book, releasing a smart tv that's loaded with extras. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 55 in, 1080p, 3D Compatible, Edge-lit, Wi-Fi, Viera Connect

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.3 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 9 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Sony KDL-EX500 LCD TV incorporates respectable image quality with essential features at a wallet-friendly price. Read review

Specs: LCD TV, 55 in, 120Hz

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.6 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 41 reviews

The Bottom Line: Its 3D is still a work in progress and its 2D picture quality comes up short of the best available, but the high-end Samsung UNC8000 series still offers superb features, solid performance, and unique style. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 55 in, 1080p, 3D Compatible, 240Hz, Edge Light with local dimming, Ethernet, Internet@TV, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.9 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 78 reviews

The Bottom Line: With the accuracy of its THX mode and great black-level performance, the Panasonic TH-50PZ800U is one of the best-performing HDTVs available. Read review

Specs: Plasma TV, 50 in, 1080p, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.7 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 39 reviews

The Bottom Line: With both 2D and 3D sources, Panasonic's flagship TC-PVT20/25 series plasma TV delivers outstanding overall picture quality. Read review

Specs: Plasma, 50 in, 3D Compatible, 1080p, 600 Hz, VIERA CAST, Amazon Video on Demand, Netflix, YouTube, Pandora, Picasa, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 4 reviews

The Bottom Line: Loads of features, a nearly frameless design, and excellent overall 2D performance increase the appeal of the LG LX9500 series LED-based LCD TV, but its 3D picture needs work. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 55 in, 1080p, 480Hz, Edge Light with local dimming, NetCast

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

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

The Bottom Line: Although its black levels challenge the best ever, some other picture-related aspects of the Sony XBR-HX909 series don't live up to the high price. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 52 in, 3D Compatible, 1080p, 240Hz, Full-array w/ local dimming, Ethernet, BRAVIA Internet Video, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.3 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 18 reviews

The Bottom Line: Samsung's PNC8000 series plasma TV produces one of the highest-quality pictures we've tested this year in both 2D and 3D modes, yet costs less than its direct competition. Read review

Specs: 3D, 58 in, 1080p, 3D Compatible, Smart TV, Netflix, Blockbuster, Hulu, Vudu, YouTube, Pandora, 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 23 reviews

The Bottom Line: The commendable picture quality of Sony's entry-level 120Hz-equipped LCD makes it a very good value. Read review

Specs: LCD TV, 52 in, 1080p, 120Hz, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 19 reviews

Specs: LED-LCD, 55 in, 1080p, 3D Compatible, 240Hz, Edge-lit, Ethernet, Internet@TV, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: LED-LCD, 55 in, 3D Compatible, 1080p, Edge-lit, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Ethernet, Samsung Smart TV

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.7 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: Though it's not without its performance gaffes, the midrange Panasonic TC-PS2 series of plasma TVs still offers very good image quality for the price. Read review

Specs: Plasma TV, 58 in, 1080p, 600 Hz, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 10 reviews

Specs: LED-LCD, 55 in, 1080p, 120Hz, Edge-lit, Ethernet, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.6 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 6 reviews

The Bottom Line: Solid image quality and features as well as sleek looks make Samsung's mainstream LNC630 LCD an affordable alternative to LED TVs. Read review

Specs: LCD TV, 55 in, 1080p, 120Hz, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.9 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 5 reviews

The Bottom Line: Though its picture doesn't overcome the typical disadvantages of edge-lit LED LCDs, the excellent feature set and minimalist style of the Samsung UNC6500 series exhibit plenty of appeal. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 55 in, 1080p, 120Hz, Edge-lit, Ethernet, Internet@TV, EPA Energy Star

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.2 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 6 reviews

The Bottom Line: Some buyers might appreciate its design and features, but the picture quality of the LG LE5500 lags behind other local dimming LED-based LCDs. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 55 in, 1080p, 120Hz, Edge Light w/ local dimming, NetCast, 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 16 reviews

The Bottom Line: Excellent picture quality for the money makes the Panasonic TC-PS1 plasma the best value among large-screen flat panels. Read review

Specs: Plasma TV, 54 in, 1080p

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Although its THX mode isn't as accurate as we'd like to see, the LG 50PG60 50-inch plasma TV still delivers a good picture. Read review

Specs: Plasma TV, 50 in, 1080p, EPA Energy Star