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Samsung 3 Series (2008)

The 3 Series represents the least expensive entry level offering from Samsung and features a 720p native resolution in the larger sets, with the smaller sizes acting more as computer monitors. Similar to the L4000 series from Sony, the A330s strip away most of the extra features found in the more expensive Samsung lines, allowing consumers to purchase an LCD from a "top-brand" like Samsung without totally breaking the bank. The step-up line is the 4 series which retains the 720p native resolution, but adds more features such as a third HDMI input.

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Samsun 3 Series
MSRP $399 - $1,200
Release date February, 2008
Brand Samsung
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Pros & Cons

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mixed
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2 positive
1 mixed
1 negative

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Pros:
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Dynamic backlight
+3agreedisagree

2x HDMI Inputs
+2agreedisagree

Cons:
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Lacks the "Entertainment Mode" settings from the Series 4 and up
+1agreedisagree

For a TV this small, you don't need 1080p support. That is not a con
+1agreedisagree

No 1080p support!
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Details

Specs

  • 720p native resolution
  • 8,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio
  • 6 ms response time
  • Two 10 watt speakers
  • Inputs: HDMIx2, Componentx2, Composite x 2, VGA x 1

Note: the 3 Series of televisions doesn't support a 1080p signal at all. The maximum supported signal is 1080i, either through the Component or HDMI inputs.

Models

The naming convention of the 3 series takes the form of: Samsung LNxxA330

  • LN-32A330 - 32" screen
  • LN-37A330 - 37" screen
  • LN-26A330 - 26" screen
  • LN-22A330 - 22" screen | 1680x1050 resolution | 3000:1 contrast ratio | 1 HDMI input
  • LN-19A330 - 19" screen | 1440x900 resolution | 3000:1 contrast ratio | 1 HDMI input

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Buy It

Samsung LN32A330

• Samsung LN32A330 32-Inch 720p LCD HDTV

• LN32A330 32" LCD TV

UPC: 036725228252

EAN: 036725228252

MPN: LN32A330

Samsung LN26A330

• Samsung LN26A330 26-Inch 720p LCD HDTV

• LN26A330 26" LCD TV

UPC: 036725228245

EAN: 036725228245

MPN: LN26A330

Samsung LN22A330

• Samsung LN22A330 22-Inch 720p LCD HDTV

• LN22A330 22" LCD TV

UPC: 036725228504

EAN: 036725228504

MPN: LN22A330J1DXZA

Samsun LN37A330

• Samsung LN37A330 37-Inch 720p LCD HDTV

• LN37A330 37" LCD TV

UPC: 036725228269

EAN: 036725228269

MPN: LN37A330J1DXZA

Samsung LN40A330

• Samsung LN40A330 40-Inch 720p LCD HDTV

• LN40A330 40" LCD TV

UPC: 036725228276

EAN: 036725228276

MPN: LN40A330

Samsung LN19A330

• Samsung LN19A330 19-Inch 720p LCD HDTV, Black

• LN-19A330 19" LCD TV

UPC: 036725228238

EAN: 036725228238

MPN: LN19A330

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uncle_fester

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March 7, 2009
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ProSCORE
67
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positive
2 pros
1 con

Pros

  • Dynamic backlight
  • 2x HDMI Inputs

Cons

  • For a TV this small, you don't need 1080p support. That is not a con

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webmikey

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September 1, 2008
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ProSCORE
100
negative
mixed
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2 pros
0 cons

Pros

  • Dynamic backlight
  • 2x HDMI Inputs

Cons

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Omar

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May 5, 2008
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ProSCORE
50
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1 pro
1 con

Pros

  • Dynamic backlight

Cons

  • No 1080p support!

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Nintenboy01

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February 26, 2009
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0 pros
1 con

Pros

Did not agree with any pros

Cons

  • Lacks the "Entertainment Mode" settings from the Series 4 and up

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