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The 5000 Series from Philips is their 2008 mid-range line of high-definition LCD televisions and feature a 1080p native resolution. For more information refer to the full Philips 5000 Series report.
MSRP $1,599.00
Release date April, 2008
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Specs
- 1080p native resolution
- 5ms response time
- 500 cd/m2 brightness
- 29,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio
- 4 speakers (including 2 subwoofers) at a total of 25 watts
- Pixel Plus 3 processing engine
- Inputs: HDMI x 4, Component x 3, Composite x 2, S-Video x 2
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Philips 47PFL5603D/27
• Philips 47PFL5603D/27 47-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV
• 47PFL5603D 47" LCD TV
UPC: 609585145276
EAN: 609585145276
MPN: 47PFL5603D/27
Competitors
MSRP $1,599.00
Released October, 2008
The RV525 Series is Toshiba's entry level 1080p line of LCD televisions for Fall 2008. For more information refer to the full REGZA RV525 Series report. Specs 1080p native resolution Dynamic backlight for improved dynamic contrast ratio 10-bit PixelPure processor 8-bit panel 5 picture setting modes 8ms response time Inputs: HDMI x 3, Component x 2, Composite...
Philips 47PFL5603D/27
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Toshiba REGZA 46RV525
MSRP $1,599.00
Released May, 2008
Pros
- 1080p
- good variety of inputs
- good contrast and response time
- affordable - has dropped in price considerably
- great size for the price
Philips 47PFL5603D/27
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Samsung LN46A530
MSRP $1,599.00
Released May, 2008
The TX Series is Westinghouse's flagship line of 1080p LCD televisions introduced in 2008. For more information refer to the full Westinghouse TX Series report. Specs 1080p native resolution 5,000:1 contrast ratio 6.5ms response time 10-watt speakers Inputs: 4xHDMI, 2xComponent, 1xVGA, 1xS-Video, 1xComposite Outputs: 1xRCA, 1xSPDIF Optical
Philips 47PFL5603D/27
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Westinghouse TX-47F450S
MSRP $1,799.00
Released January, 2008
Pros
- Easy Setup
- 1080p
- Nice universal
remote
Cons
- No volume limiter
- No swivel stand
- ugly thick bezel
Philips 47PFL5603D/27
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Vizio VO47LF
MSRP $1,999.99
Released March, 2008
Pros
- 8-bit panel, 14-bit processing
- a large amount of inputs - as much as higher end TVs
- 1080p
- affordable
Philips 47PFL5603D/27
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Toshiba Regza 46RV530U
MSRP $1,999.00
Released April, 2008
Pros
- 1080p, 120Hz, 8-bit panel
- Picture in Picture
Cons
- fairly expensive
- limited inputs
- not very attractive
Philips 47PFL5603D/27
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Sony Bravia KDL-46V4100
MSRP $1,599.99
Released June, 2008
Pros
- fairly inexpensive
- 10-bit panel, 10-bit processing
- 1080p
- good input connectivity
Cons
- takes too long for it to turn on
- ugly bezel
Philips 47PFL5603D/27
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Sony Bravia KDL-46S4100
MSRP --
Released March, 2008
The D74U Series of line of 2008 LCD televisions offer a 1080p native resolution and an ethernet port for accessing content and support directly from the Net. Specs 1080p native resolution. 17,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio 4 ms response time 450 cd/m2 brightness Inputs: HDMI x 3, Component x 2, Composite x 3, S-Video x 1,...
Philips 47PFL5603D/27
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Sharp AQUOS LC-46D74U
MSRP $1,700.00
Released September, 2007
Philips 47PFL5603D/27
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Sharp AQUOS LC-46D64U
MSRP $1,500.00
Released April, 2008
The 3600 Series is Philips' entry level line of high definition LCD televisions introduced in 2008 that feature a native 1080p resolution. For more information refer to the full Philips 3600 Series report. Specs 1080p native resolution 5ms response time 500 cd/m2 brightness 29,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio Two 10 watt speakers Pixel Plus HD...
Philips 47PFL5603D/27
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Philips 47PFL3603D/27
MSRP $2,099.95
Released March, 2008
Pros
- 1080p
- good amount of inputs
- good brightness and response time
Cons
- poor contrast
- Weak speakers
- No PIP
Philips 47PFL5603D/27
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LG 47LG50
MSRP $2,099.95
Released April, 2008
The 579 X-Series is JVC's least expensive line of LCD televisions that falls in the mid-range of other manufacturers with a 1080p native resolution. For more information refer to the full 579 Series report. Specs 1080p native resolution 13,000:1 contrast ratio 6.5ms response time 500 cd/m2 brightness 10-bit image processor USB port ATSC/QAM tuners...
Philips 47PFL5603D/27
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JVC LT-47X579
MSRP $2,199.00
Released April, 2008
The LT-42P789 is a 1080p native resolution LCD television by JVC that adds a built-in iPod doc to access digital media directly from the TV itself. For more information refer to the full JVC P Series report. Specs 1080p native resolution 13,000:1 contrast ratio 6.5ms response time 500 cd/m2 brightness 10-bit image processor USB port...
Philips 47PFL5603D/27
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JVC LT-47P789
MSRP $1,499.99
Released March, 2008
Pros
- Excellent display
- Light and ready to use out of the box
- Superb clarity, the upconversion is great, even with VGA
Cons
- USB could have been used for video but they didnt enable it
- PIP works only in some quirky modes
- No PIP button on remote
Philips 47PFL5603D/27
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Samsung LN46A550
Reviews
October 23, 2008
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Pros
- 1080p, fast 5ms response time
- better sound system than most TVs
- good amount of inputs despite not having a VGA input for computers
Cons
- lower than average contrast ratio
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