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The 5 series of LCD televisions are part of Samsung's 2008 line of sets and are their entry level offering for 1080p native resolution. More information found on the Samsung 5 Series report.
MSRP $1,599.00
Release date May, 2008
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Specs
- 1080p native resolution
- 20,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio
- 5ms response time
- Built-in HD Tuner
- Inputs: 3xHDMI 1.3, 2xComponent, 2xComposite, 1xS-Video, 1xVGA
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Samsung LN46A530
• Samsung LN46A530 46-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV
• LN-46A530 46" LCD TV
UPC: 036725228306
EAN: 036725228306
MPN: LN46A530P1FXZA
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...
Samsung LN46A530
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Toshiba REGZA 46RV525
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
Samsung LN46A530
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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
Samsung LN46A530
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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
Samsung LN46A530
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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
Samsung LN46A530
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Sony Bravia KDL-46V4100
MSRP $1,700.00
Released September, 2007
Samsung LN46A530
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Sharp AQUOS LC-46D64U
MSRP $1,599.00
Released April, 2008
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
Samsung LN46A530
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Philips 47PFL5603D/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
Samsung LN46A530
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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...
Samsung LN46A530
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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...
Samsung LN46A530
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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
Samsung LN46A530
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Samsung LN46A550
Reviews
November 21, 2008
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Pros
- 1080p
- good variety of inputs
- good contrast and response time
- affordable - has dropped in price considerably
- great size for the price
Cons
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LN, 46, A, 530, LN46, 46A, A530, LN46A, 46A530, LN46A530
