DigitalAdvisor's Picks for LCD and Plasma TVs from 40 to 42 Inches

Sony BRAVIA 40" LCD Television

Sony BRAVIA 40" LCD Television

Sharp 42" AQUOS LCD Television

from $1,084.67
from $1,299.99
from $1,400.08
  • Brand Recognition: The Sony BRAVIA line has a great reputation, and you know what to expect from this tried and true brand.
  • Affordable, Rational: Sony doesn't get caught up in the 1080p hype. This TV gives you glorious 720p HD resolution, more than enough to satisfy your HDTV needs without costing you extra.
  • Big Screen LCD: You don't have to go plasma to go big anymore, and can reap the benefits of LCD's sharper, crisper images even at 40-inches.
  • Happy Customers: A quick glance at the many user reviews around the web shows that this Sony TV is worth every penny.
  • A Great Reputation: Scores of satisfied owners will tell you this HDTV is well worth your money.
  • Top of the Line Specifications: For the consumer who needs it all, this HDTV provides full 1080p HD resolution and a blindingly-fast 4ms response time.

Worth a Second Look

Toshiba 42HL67 - An Excellent Bargain

The Toshiba 42HL57 LCD is our top pick for an affordable, inexpensive HDTV in the 42" size class. Toshiba has the right idea with this model, providing an exquisite, glossy black frame that will lend a dash of style (as well as a powerful source of entertainment) to your home.  read more

Grade: B+
DigitalAdvisor Grade: B+
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.

User Rating:
  • 4.54 out of 5

TVs We Considered But Didn't Pick

Samsung LN-T4061F

Grade: B
DigitalAdvisor Grade: B
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.
from $999.99

Samsung LNT4042H

Grade: C
DigitalAdvisor Grade: C
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.
from $1,029.99

Sharp AQUOS 42" LCD TV

Grade: C
DigitalAdvisor Grade: C
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.
from $1,999.99

Sony BRAVIA 40" LCD TV

Grade: D+
DigitalAdvisor Grade: D+
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.
from $1,900.00

Philips 42PF7321D/37

Grade: D
DigitalAdvisor Grade: D
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.
from $1,559.99

Philips 42" Plasma TV

Grade: D-
DigitalAdvisor Grade: D-
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.
from $1,395.00
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