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Reviewed on February 5, 2013 Check prices
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$861 to $961 at 2 stores $961.03 - Costcentral.com $861.93 - Amazon.com Marketplace Check prices

Vizio E500i-A1

CNET Editor rating:
3.0 stars Good
Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: Despite being unable to fulfill the expectations raised by its specification sheet, the Vizio E-Series remains a good choice if you value its Smarts and styling. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 50 in, 1080p, 120 Hz, Direct with local dimming, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Netflix, Hulu Plus, Vudu, Skype, Pandora, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, EPA Energy Star

Reviewed on May 3, 2012 Check prices
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$951 to $2,030 at 5 stores $999.00 - Home Depot Inc. $1,082.03 - Costcentral.com $2,030.16 - Memory4Less.com Check prices

Panasonic TC-P55UT50

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 3 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

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

Reviewed on May 3, 2012 Check prices
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$999 to $1,658 at 4 stores $1,099.99 - Home Depot Inc. $1,099.00 - Datavision Computer Video $1,658.69 - Memory4Less.com Check prices

Panasonic TC-P50UT50

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 9 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

Specs: Plasma TV, 50 in, 1080p, 3D Compatible, 600 Hz, Bluetooth, Ethernet, Skype, FOX sports, SHOUTcast, AccuWeather, VIERA Connect, Hulu Plus, MLB.tv, Pandora, YouTube

Reviewed on March 13, 2012 Check prices
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$999 to $1,249 at 4 stores $1,249.00 - TVSuperStores.com $999.00 - Walts TV and Home Theater $1,167.99 - Sears Check prices

Sharp LC-52LE640U

CNET Editor rating:
3.5 stars Very good
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: With good 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, 52 in, 1080p, 120 Hz, Edge-lit, Wi-Fi, Smart TV with SmartCentral, EPA Energy Star

Reviewed on October 8, 2012 Check prices
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$948 to $1,028 at 5 stores $968.00 - Amazon.com $998.00 - Abt Electronics $998.97 - P.C. Richard & Son Check prices

Sony KDL-50EX645

CNET Editor rating:
3.0 stars Good
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Sony has upgraded its EX645 series TV with onboard wireless providing even better value given its predecessor's already solid picture quality. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 50 in, 1080p, Edge-lit with local dimming, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Netflix, YouTube, Facebook, Pandora, Smart TV, EPA Energy Star

Reviewed on October 5, 2012 Check prices
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$925 to $954 at 2 stores $925.51 - Amazon.com $954.54 - Amazon.com Marketplace Check prices

Philips 50PFL5907/F7

CNET Editor rating:
3.5 stars Very good
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The Philips PFL5907 series has commendable picture quality and features, making it one of the better LED TV values. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 50 in, 1080p, Edge-lit with smart dimming, Wi-Fi, Ethernet, Netflix, Vudu, Hulu Plus, YouTube, Facebook

Reviewed on July 9, 2012 Check prices
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$979 to $2,516 at 5 stores $979.99 - J&R Music and Computer World $1,699.99 - Home Depot Inc. $1,499.00 - Datavision Computer Video Check prices

Panasonic TC-L55E50

CNET Editor rating:
2.5 stars Average
Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The Panasonic E50 is a budget TV with a smattering of features but little to recommend in the way of picture quality. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 55 in, 1080p, Edge-lit, Skype, FOX sports, SHOUTcast, AccuWeather, VIERA Connect, Hulu Plus, MLB.tv, Pandora, YouTube, EPA Energy Star

Reviewed on October 12, 2012 Check prices
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$997 to $1,397 at 4 stores $1,097.99 - Amazon.com $1,099.99 - Crutchfield $1,397.99 - Adorama Check prices

Samsung UN50ES6100

CNET Editor rating:
0.0 stars
Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: CNET did not review the Samsung UNES6100 series, but we did review a similar TV, the UNES6500 series. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 50 in, 1080p, 3D Compatible, Edge-lit, Wi-Fi, Samsung SmartTV, EPA Energy Star

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$999 to $1,420 at 2 stores $999.99 - Sears $1,420.00 - Amazon.com Marketplace Check prices

Samsung UN55ES6150F

CNET Editor rating:
0.0 stars
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: LED-LCD, 55 in, 1080p, 120 Hz, Edge-lit, Wi-Fi, Samsung Smart TV, EPA Energy Star

Reviewed on September 10, 2012 Check prices
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$830 to $1,042 at 7 stores $847.99 - Amazon.com $847.99 - Dell Home $848.00 - Walmart.com Check prices

Samsung UN50EH5300

CNET Editor rating:
0.0 stars
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: CNET did not review the Samsung UNEH5300 series, but we did review two similar series of TVs. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 50 in, 1080p, 60 Hz, Full array, Wi-Fi, Smart Hub

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$879 at 1 store $879.99 - Amazon.com Marketplace Check prices

Vizio M3D550SL

CNET Editor rating:
0.0 stars
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: LED-LCD, 55 in, 1080p, 3D Compatible, 120 Hz, Edge-lit, Wi-Fi, Vizio Internet Apps (V.I.A.), Smart TV, EPA Energy Star

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$939 to $1,199 at 4 stores $1,199.00 - Buydig.com $949.99 - Paul's TV $1,099.00 - Adorama Check prices

LG 55LS5700

CNET Editor rating:
0.0 stars
Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 3 reviews

Specs: LED-LCD, 55 in, 1080p, Edge-lit, Wi-Fi, Skype, Smart TV, EPA Energy Star

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$829 to $1,056 at 2 stores $829.99 - Amazon.com $1,056.99 - Amazon.com Marketplace Check prices

Vizio E551i-A2

CNET Editor rating:
0.0 stars
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: LED-LCD, 55 in, 1080p, Direct-lit, Wi-Fi, Netflix, Amazon Instant Video, Vudu, iHeartRadio, Pandora, Facebook, YouTube, Hulu Plus, ESPN, Yahoo! Sports, Twitter, M-Go, USA Today Sports, Vizio Internet Apps (V.I.A.), EPA Energy Star

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$858 to $1,292 at 3 stores $858.00 - Dell Home $1,292.19 - Costcentral.com $919.98 - Amazon.com Marketplace Check prices

Vizio M550SL

CNET Editor rating:
0.0 stars
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: LED-LCD, 55 in, 1080p, 120 Hz, Edge-lit, Wi-Fi, Smart TV, Vizio Internet Apps (V.I.A.), EPA Energy Star

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$997 to $1,999 at 7 stores $1,999.99 - Amazon.com $1,098.00 - Adorama $997.99 - Walts TV and Home Theater Check prices

Toshiba 55L6200U

CNET Editor rating:
0.0 stars
Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 1 review

Specs: LED-LCD, 55 in, 1080p, 120 Hz, Edge-lit, Wi-Fi, Smart TV, EPA Energy Star

Reviewed on October 11, 2011 Check prices
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$999 at 1 store $999.00 - Amazon.com Marketplace Check prices

Samsung PN51D7000

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 6 reviews

The Bottom Line: With picture quality on par with the best TVs we've ever tested, the Samsung PND7000 plasma represents an excellent value for videophiles who don't demand to own the top of the line. Read review

Specs: Plasma TV, 51 in, 3D Compatible, 1080p, 600 Hz, Wi-Fi, Smart Hub, Samsung Smart TV, EPA Energy Star

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$997 to $1,305 at 4 stores $999.99 - Amazon.com $1,149.99 - Sears $997.99 - Abt Electronics Check prices

Panasonic TC-L50E60

CNET Editor rating:
0.0 stars
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

Specs: LED-LCD, 50 in, 1080p, 120 Hz, Edge-lit, Wi-Fi, Viera Connect, EPA Energy Star

Reviewed on April 19, 2011 Check prices
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$859 at 1 store $859.95 - Amazon.com Marketplace Check prices

Panasonic TC-P50GT30

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 15 reviews

The Bottom Line: Excellent all-around picture quality combined with improved features and styling should make the Panasonic TC-PGT30 TV a favorite among bigger-spending plasma seekers. Read review

Specs: Plasma, 50 in, 3D Compatible, 1080p, 600 Hz, Skype, FOX sports, Amazon Video, Picasa, VIERA Connect, Hulu Plus, MLB.tv, NHL, YouTube, Netflix, eBay, CinemaNow, NBA, Twitter, Facebook

Reviewed on May 12, 2011 Check prices
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$955 to $1,699 at 3 stores $1,095.00 - PowersellerNYC $955.00 - TVSuperStores.com $1,699.99 - Amazon.com Marketplace Check prices

Sharp Aquos Quattron LC-52LE830U

CNET Editor rating:
3.0 stars Good
Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 4 reviews

The Bottom Line: Although it's blessed with a solid feature set, the picture quality of Sharp LC-LE830U series falls short of most LED-based LCD TVs we've tested. Read review

Specs: LED-LCD, 52 in, 1080p, 120 Hz, Edge-lit, Wi-Fi, Ethernet, Netflix, CinemaNow, Vudu, Blockbuster, Napster, Alphaline, EPA Energy Star

Reviewed on July 14, 2011 Check prices
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$979 at 1 store $979.99 - Target Check prices

Philips 55PFL5706/F7

CNET Editor rating:
2.5 stars Average
Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: While the Philips PFL5706/F7's MediaConnect option may speak to PC-centric video-streaming fans, other buyers might balk at the TV's picture-quality and control flaws. Read review

Specs: LCD TV, 55 in, 1080p, 60 Hz, Wi-Fi, Net TV, Vudu, Netflix, Pandora, Twitter, Facebook