Samsung 5 Series (2009)

The 5 Series is Samsung's mid-range line of high definition LCD TVs with a native resolution of 1080p.  The series includes displays that range from 32" to 52" in size with a 16:9 image aspect ratio for widescreen picture.  It features a 6ms response time, high dynamic contrast ratio, and utilizes Wide Color Enhancer technology for vibrant color saturation.  The 5 Series includes three submodels, the 530 models, mid-range 540 models, and the more advanced 550 models.  The 530 models are characterized by a glossy black bezel and 3 HDMI inputs while the 550 models feature a red-tinted bezel, higher contrast ratio, and an additional HDMI input compared to the 530 models.  The 540 models are in between the 530 and 550 sets since they include the red-tinted bezel but have the same number of inputs and same contrast ratio as the 530 models.  All of the TVs in the 5 Series is designed with built-in 10-watt stereo speakers with SRS TruSurround to provide accompanying HD sound.  The series also includes a detachable swiveling stand and is Energy Star qualified for higher efficiency.

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Samsung 5 Series (2009)
MSRP $799 - $1,999
Release date March, 2009
Brand Samsung
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ProSCORE
5 reviews
75
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4 positive
0 mixed
1 negative

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Pros:
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very light weight
+4agreedisagree

good bang for the buck
+3agreedisagree

very vibrant and bright picture
+3agreedisagree

picture quality is great for non-videophiles
+3agreedisagree

very little glare/reflections
+3agreedisagree

full HD 1080p
+1agreedisagree

integrated digital terrestrial uhf TV tuner
+1agreedisagree

Cons:
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lacks an S-Video input
+2agreedisagree

no variable audio out
+1agreedisagree

only 60hz
+1agreedisagree

Polished reflective surround is annoying. It catches reflections of things behind you.
+1agreedisagree

no picture-in-picture
0agreedisagree


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Features/Specs

  • 16:9 Image Aspect Ratio
  • 1920 x 1080 Resolution
  • 6ms Response Time
  • Dynamic Contrast Ratio: 60,000:1 (530 & 540 models), 70,000:1 (550 models)
  • Wide Color Enhancer Technology
  • SRS TruSurround HD
  • Built-in 10-watt Stereo Speakers
  • Built-in ATSC, NTSC, and QAM Tuners
  • Energy Star Qualified
  • Detachable Swivel Stand
  • Inputs/Outputs: 3 x HDMI, 1 x Composite, 1 x Component, 1 x PC, 1 x RF, 1 x Optical Out
  • 1 year limited warranty

Removed from 2008 Model

  • No PiP
  • No headphone jacks
  • No S-Video input

Models

The 2009 5 Series sets follow the naming convention of LNxxB550 for the 550 models, LNxxB540 for the 540 models, and LNxxB530 models where xx represents the size of the display.

 

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Samsung LN40B550

• Samsung LN40B550 40-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV with Red Touch of Color

• LN40B550 40" LCD TV

UPC: 036725229242

EAN: 036725229242

MPN: LN40B550

Samsung LN52B550

• Samsung LN52B550 52-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV with Red Touch of Color

• LN52B550 52" LCD TV

UPC: 036725229266

EAN: 036725229266

MPN: LN52B550

Samsung LN37B550

• Samsung LN37B550 37-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV with Red Touch of Color

• Series 5 LN37B550 LCD TV

UPC: 036725229235

EAN: 036725229235

MPN: LN37B550

Samsung LN46B550

• Samsung LN46B550 46-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV with Red Touch of Color

• LN46B550

UPC: 036725229259

EAN: 036725229259

MPN: LN46B550

Samsung LN40B530

• Samsung LN40B530 40-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV

• Series 5 LN40B530 40" LCD TV

UPC: 036725229167

EAN: 036725229167

MPN: LN40B530

Samsung LN37B530

• Samsung LN37B530 37-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV

• LN37B530 37" LCD TV

UPC: 036725229150

EAN: 036725229150

MPN: LN37B530

Samsung LN46B530

• Samsung LN46B530 46-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV

• LN46B530 46" LCD TV

UPC: 036725229174

EAN: 036725229174

MPN: LN46B530

Samsung LN32B530

• Samsung LN32B530 32-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV

• "Samsung 32"" Black LCD Flat Panel HDTV - LN32B530/ Full 1080p High Definition Resolution/ 16:9 Widescreen Aspect Ratio/ 10,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio/ 5ms Response Time/ SRS TruSurround HD Sound System/ Built-In HDTV Tuner/ Ultraslim 3"" Deep Design/ 3

UPC: 036725229143

EAN: 036725229143

MPN: LN32B530

Samsung LN52B530

• Samsung LN52B530 52-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV

• LN52B530 52" LCD TV

UPC: 036725229181

EAN: 036725229181

MPN: LN52B530

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Omar

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April 17, 2009
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ProSCORE
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5 pros
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1 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • very light weight
  • good bang for the buck
  • very vibrant and bright picture
  • picture quality is great for non-videophiles
  • very little glare/reflections

Cons

  • lacks an S-Video input
  • no variable audio out
  • no picture-in-picture

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Darryl Hanson

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September 27, 2009
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80
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4 pros
1 con

Pros

  • very light weight
  • picture quality is great for non-videophiles
  • full HD 1080p
  • integrated digital terrestrial uhf TV tuner

Cons

  • Polished reflective surround is annoying. It catches reflections of things behind you.

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vandroffelaar

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July 6, 2009
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ProSCORE
100
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5 pros
0 cons

Pros

  • very light weight
  • good bang for the buck
  • very vibrant and bright picture
  • picture quality is great for non-videophiles
  • very little glare/reflections

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formar

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May 11, 2009
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100
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4 pros
0 cons
0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • very light weight
  • good bang for the buck
  • very vibrant and bright picture
  • very little glare/reflections

Cons

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jabela

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July 23, 2009
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0 pros
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Cons

  • lacks an S-Video input
  • only 60hz

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