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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 $1,499.99
Release date March, 2008
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Specs
- 46" screen
- 1080p native resolution
- 30,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio
- 5ms response time
- Inputs: 3xHDMI 1.3, 2xComponent, 2xComposite, 1xS-Video, 1xVGA
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Samsung LN46A550
• Samsung LN46A550 46-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV
• LN46A550 46" LCD TV
UPC: 036725228184
EAN: 036725228184
MPN: LN-46A550
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 LN46A550
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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
Samsung LN46A550
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Samsung LN46A530
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 LN46A550
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Philips 47PFL5603D/27
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...
Samsung LN46A550
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Philips 47PFL3603D/27
MSRP $1,499.00
Released May, 2008
The VK Series is Westinghouse's entry level line of 1080p LCD televisions introduced in 2008. For more information refer to the full Westinghouse VK Series report. Specs 1080p native resolution 6.5ms response time 10-watt speakers Inputs: 2xHDMI, 2xComponent, 1xVGA, 1xS-Video, 1xComposite Outputs: 1xRCA, 1xSPDIF Optical
Samsung LN46A550
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Westinghouse VK-47F130S
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 LN46A550
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Westinghouse TX-47F450S
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
Samsung LN46A550
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Sony Bravia KDL-46S4100
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 LN46A550
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JVC LT-47P789
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...
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JVC LT-47X579
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 LN46A550
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Vizio VO47LF
MSRP $1,799.00
Released April, 2008
The Vizio VW series is the entry level line of televisions by Vizio meant to get the Walmart crowd into the HD scene at an affordable price. For more information refer to the full Vizio VW Series report. Specs 1080p native resolution 2000:1 contrast ratio 550 cd/m2 brightness 7ms response time Inputs: HDMI x 3,...
Samsung LN46A550
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Vizio VW47LF
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,...
Samsung LN46A550
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Sharp AQUOS LC-46D74U
MSRP $1,700.00
Released September, 2007
Samsung LN46A550
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Sharp AQUOS LC-46D64U
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 LN46A550
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LG 47LG50
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 LN46A550
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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 LN46A550
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Sony Bravia KDL-46V4100
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January 8, 2009
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Pros
- Superb clarity, the upconversion is great, even with VGA
- USB slot for pictures
- Picture control navigation is very confusing, not at all intuitive
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
- Lots of inputs, no need to use A/V receivers (many
dont pass HMDI audio)
- Remote unnecessarily long
- no screen saver (could switch to usb pics after a certain amount of time..would have been cool to have)
- Tinny audio speakers
- Wall-mounting makes rear inputs unusable
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October 28, 2009
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Pros
- Excellent display
- Light and ready to use out of the box
- Superb clarity, the upconversion is great, even with VGA
- USB slot for pictures
Cons
- USB could have been used for video but they didnt enable it
- Samsung does not use genuine Samsung panels in their TV's below the 600 series. Getting a quality Samsung panel is a crap shoot and noticable.
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Pros
- Excellent display
- Light and ready to use out of the box
Cons
- Mounting is almost impossible without custom-made brackets.
- Unavailable features are hard to troubleshoot.
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LN, 46, A, 550, LN46, 46A, A550, LN46A, 46A550, LN46A550
