$1,200 to $1,800 HDTVs
In the price range around $1,400 or more, you'll start seeing some really big TVs, or TVs with some pretty cool features.
The Sharp LC-42D64U is an exceptional high-definition television in almost every regard. It features full 1080p HD resolution, a super-fast 4ms response time, and a highly-rated contrast ratio that will provide excellent image quality and definition. read more
- 4.97 out of 5
Samsung makes excellent televisions, and the 50" Plasma HP-T5084 ain't too shabby. It's not too expensive for a big-screen 1080p HDTV (though the 46" LN-T4661F beats it by two or three hundred bucks), and it looks absolutely gorgeous: both the picture quality and the stylish casing. read more
- 4.52 out of 5
This brand new Panasonic 50" Plasma replaces the previous bare-bones Panasonic plasma that once occupied our 'Cheap (But Good)' pick in this size class. The price is just about the same, but the bones aren't so bare anymore. read more
- 4.51 out of 5
For a long time, you couldn't get an LCD TV in the 40" range, let alone one that wouldn't cost you an arm and a leg. Thankfully, Sony has stepped in and stopped the insanity with their 40" BRAVIA LCD. read more
- 4.5 out of 5
Toshiba's 46" REGZA HDTV is a fancy looking set, with a simple piano-black glossy finish that makes it a perfect compliment to any room in your home. It's a forward-thinking HDTV, with 1080p resolution and 4 HDMI inputs, providing you with an excellent foundation on which to build a next-generation home theater. read more
Worth a Second Look
The Samsung 46" LN-T4661F LCD television is jam-packed with marvelous features, making it the prime choice for discerning consumers interested in a set of this size. At roughly $1,500, what you get in return surely justifies the investment and will seem like money well spent once you cozy up in front of its calming glow. read more
| A | is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of LCD and plasma TVs. |
| B | means they are good, with some standout features. |
| C | means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they're worth. |
| D & F | mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs. |
- 4.52 out of 5
TVs We Considered But Didn't Pick
Panasonic TH-50PX80U
| A | is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of LCD and plasma TVs. |
| B | means they are good, with some standout features. |
| C | means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they're worth. |
| D & F | mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs. |
Samsung LN40A650
| A | is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of LCD and plasma TVs. |
| B | means they are good, with some standout features. |
| C | means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they're worth. |
| D & F | mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs. |
Panasonic TH-42PZ85U
| A | is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of LCD and plasma TVs. |
| B | means they are good, with some standout features. |
| C | means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they're worth. |
| D & F | mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs. |
Samsung LNT5265F
| A | is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of LCD and plasma TVs. |
| B | means they are good, with some standout features. |
| C | means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they're worth. |
| D & F | mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs. |
Panasonic TH-50PZ77U
| A | is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of LCD and plasma TVs. |
| B | means they are good, with some standout features. |
| C | means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they're worth. |
| D & F | mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs. |
Samsung LN46A550
| A | is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of LCD and plasma TVs. |
| B | means they are good, with some standout features. |
| C | means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they're worth. |
| D & F | mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs. |
Sharp LC46D64U
| A | is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of LCD and plasma TVs. |
| B | means they are good, with some standout features. |
| C | means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they're worth. |
| D & F | mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs. |
Samsung HL61A750A
| A | is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of LCD and plasma TVs. |
| B | means they are good, with some standout features. |
| C | means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they're worth. |
| D & F | mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs. |
Samsung LNT4071F
| A | is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of LCD and plasma TVs. |
| B | means they are good, with some standout features. |
| C | means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they're worth. |
| D & F | mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs. |
Samsung LN40A550
| A | is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of LCD and plasma TVs. |
| B | means they are good, with some standout features. |
| C | means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they're worth. |
| D & F | mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs. |
Sony KDL-40W3000
| A | is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of LCD and plasma TVs. |
| B | means they are good, with some standout features. |
| C | means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they're worth. |
| D & F | mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs. |
Sony KDL-46S3000
| A | is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of LCD and plasma TVs. |
| B | means they are good, with some standout features. |
| C | means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they're worth. |
| D & F | mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs. |
