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• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 2 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, 46 in, 50000:1, 5000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Piano black

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 5 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, 40 in, 50000:1, 5000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Piano black

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 10 reviews

The Bottom Line: With excellent picture quality marred by only a couple of flaws, the Panasonic TC-PG10 series sits near the head of the class of 2009. Read review

Specs: Plasma TV, 41.6 in, 2000000:1, 40000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.9 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 1.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: Although its overall picture quality falls short of the best 240Hz LCDs, the LG LH55 series offers plenty of picture tweaks and accurate color. Read review

Specs: LCD TV, 37 in, 500, 80000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Glossy black

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 9 reviews

The Bottom Line: With excellent picture quality marred by only a couple of flaws, the Panasonic TC-PG10 series sits near the head of the class of 2009. Read review

Specs: Plasma TV, 46 in, 2000000:1, 40000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9

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Manufacturer description: A beautiful design and superior picture are just two of the reasons why the Samsung PN50B530 50" plasma HDTV will amaze you. Its design is nothing short of stunning. And ... Read more

Specs: Plasma TV, 50 in, 2000000:1, 1920 x 1080, Piano black

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.3 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: While not up to the picture quality of Samsung's topflight models, the feature-rich, uniquely styled LNB650 series still outperforms most LCDs on the market. Read review

Specs: LCD TV, 39.9 in, 100000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 24 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Vizio SV470XVT represents a viable alternative for LCD TV bargain hunters who want 120Hz processing. Read review

Specs: LCD TV, 47 in, 500, 6500:1, 1300:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.3 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: While not up to the picture quality of Samsung's topflight models, the feature-rich, uniquely styled LNB650 series still outperforms most LCDs on the market. Read review

Specs: LCD TV, 37 in, 100000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9

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Specs: LCD TV, 46 in, 40000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Piano black

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.2 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: While the picture quality of the LG LH50 series won't appeal to videophiles, its Netflix streaming and oodles of other interactive features will win over plenty of folks fed up with external boxes. Read review

Specs: LCD TV, 42 in, 500, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Glossy black

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• Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 2 reviews

Manufacturer description: The 630 series takes your home entertainment beyond television with advanced connectivity. Real-time news, stock and weather updates are sent to your screen thanks to the InfoLink feature. Action has ... Read more

Specs: LCD TV, 46 in, 80000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9

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• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 5 reviews

Manufacturer description: The PN50B550 plasma HDTV grabs your attention even when you're not watching TV. Its unique Touch of Color design turns it into a beautiful work of art while 1080p ... Read more

Specs: Plasma TV, 50 in, 2000000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Black

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.3 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 40 reviews

The Bottom Line: The midlevel Samsung LN46A550 LCD TV strikes an excellent balance between price and performance. Read review

Specs: LCD TV, 46 in, 500, 30000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9

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• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 1 review

Specs: LCD TV, 46 in, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Piano black

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• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 1 review

Specs: LCD TV, 42 in, 500, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Glossy black

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.4 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: With deep black levels and generally excellent picture quality, the more eco-friendly Panasonic TC-PS1 series of plasma TVs strikes an appealing price/performance balance. Read review

Specs: Plasma TV, 46 in, 2000000:1, 40000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9

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• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 2 reviews

Manufacturer description: Step up to Full HD 1080p resolution and stunning contrast without breaking the bank. The KDL-46S5100 46-inch BRAVIA S series LCD flat panel HDTV features Advanced Contrast Enhancer (ACE) for ... Read more

Specs: LCD TV, 46 in, 30000:1, 3000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Piano black

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• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 3 reviews

Manufacturer description: Breaking the mold of traditional HDTVs, the VIZIO XVT series brings you the latest, cutting edge HDTV technologies. From 1080p full high definition resolution, to 240Hz SPS, 50,000:1 ... Read more

Specs: LCD TV, 42 in, 500, 50000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9

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• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 1 review

Manufacturer description: The 1080p series 5 takes the Samsung LCD Full HDTV experience one step further. It also has a clean design with touch-sensitive manual controls that eliminate the side buttons. Wide ... Read more

Specs: LCD TV, 46 in, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Piano black

• 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: Sony's KDL-VE5 series of eco-friendly LCD TVs brings an innovative new power-saving feature to the party, along with respectable picture quality. Read review

Specs: LCD TV, 40 in, 100000:1, 4500:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Piano black

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.9 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Although its overall picture quality falls short of the best 240Hz LCDs, the LG LH55 series offers plenty of picture tweaks and accurate color. Read review

Specs: LCD TV, 42 in, 500, 80000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Glossy black

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.9 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The Sharp LC-LE700UN's LED backlighting doesn't elevate its picture quality beyond the LCD norm, but does help make it the most efficient TV we've ever tested. Read review

Specs: LCD TV, 40 in, 550 cd/m2, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Black

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Manufacturer description: Full HD 1080p resolution and stunning contrast are now in reach with Sony BRAVIA S-series flat panel HDTVs. BRAVIA S-series HDTVs offer the superior resolution and dynamic contrast, advanced image ... Read more

Specs: LCD TV, 40 in, 20000:1, 3000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Piano black

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Manufacturer description: The Panasonic TC P42G15 explores new ways to enjoy TV, with a variety of link functions like HDMI.

Specs: Plasma TV, 41.6 in, 40000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Black