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The Samung 8 Series is at the top of Samsung's LCD line that do not feature LED back-lighting. This set has a 1080p native resolution, Auto Motion Plus 120Hz all in a bezel that is 1.9 inches thick. For more information refer to the full Samsung 8 Series report.
MSRP $2,699.00
Release date September, 2008
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Specs
- 1080p native resolution
- 50,000:1 contrast ratio
- Auto Motion Plus 120Hz
- 4ms response time
- Ultra Clear Panel
- Wide Color Enhancer 2
- DNIe Pro
- WiseLink Pro USB port for accessing digital media
- Ethernet port for RSS, news, weather and stocks and digital media
- Two 10 watt speakers
- 1GB internal flash memory
- Inputs: HDMI x 4, Component x 2, Composite x 1, S-Video x 1, VGA x 1, Ethernet x 1, USB x 1
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Samsung LN46A850
• Samsung LN46A850 46-Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV with RED Touch of Color
• LN46A850 46" LCD TV
UPC: 036725228825
EAN: 036725228825
MPN: LN46A850
Competitors
MSRP $2,799.00
Released September, 2008
Pros
- 1080p, 120Hz
- amazing contrast and response time
Cons
- no LED backlighting
- expensive
Samsung LN46A850
vs.
Samsung LN46A860
MSRP $2,499.99
Released February, 2008
Pros
- 1080p, 120Hz
- has come down in price nicely
- attractive, thin bezel
- 10-bit panel, 14-bit processing
- good contrast ratio
Samsung LN46A850
vs.
Toshiba Cinema Regza 46XF550U
MSRP --
Released April, 2008
Cons
- strange and ugly lower bezel
- no PC inputs
Samsung LN46A850
vs.
Sony Bravia KDL-46Z4100
MSRP --
Released May, 2008
The LG71 series is an upgrade over the standard LG70 series with its 1080p native resolution and 120Hz mode by adding a wireless receiver component. For more information refer to the full LG71 series report. Specs 1080p native resolution 120Hz mode 20,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio 5 ms response time 500 cd/m2 brightness Intelligent Sensor Clear...
Samsung LN46A850
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LG 47LG71
MSRP $2,599.00
Released February, 2008
The SE94Us form Sharp's flagship line of LCD televisions for 2008 and feature a 1080p native resolution, a 120Hz display mode, and Internet support with integrated ethernet port. For more information refer to the full Sharp AQUOS SE94U series report. Specs 1080p native resolution 120Hz mode 4ms response time 3000:1 static contrast ratio |...
Samsung LN46A850
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Sharp AQUOS LC-46SE94U
MSRP $4,699.00
Released September, 2008
The 1.5 Series from Hitachi combine form and function to offer a 1080p LCD tv with 120Hz mode in a cabinet that is only 1.5 inches deep. For more information refer to the full Hitachi 1.5 Series report. Specs 1080p native resolution 120Hz mode 15,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio 450-500cd/m2 brightness IPS-Alpha panels Two 6-Watt speakers Inputs:...
Samsung LN46A850
vs.
Hitachi UT47X902
MSRP $4,499.00
Released September, 2008
The 1.5 Series from Hitachi combine form and function to offer a 1080p LCD tv with 120Hz mode in a cabinet that is only 1.5 inches deep. For more information refer to the full Hitachi 1.5 Series report. Specs 1080p native resolution 120Hz mode 15,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio 450-500cd/m2 brightness IPS-Alpha panels Two 6-Watt speakers Inputs:...
Samsung LN46A850
vs.
Hitachi UT47V702
MSRP $2,399.00
Released August, 2008
The LT-42SL89 from JVC is one of the world's thinnest LCD televisions that feature a 1080p native resolution and integrated tuners. For more information refer to the full SL Series report. Specs 1080p native resolution 1,500:1 dynamic contrast ratio 6.5ms response time Brightness: 500cd/m2 3:2 Pull Down 145 watts of power USB picture viewing...
Samsung LN46A850
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JVC LT-47SL89
Reviews
October 23, 2008
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Pros
- 1080p, 120Hz, fast response time and high contrast ratio
- attractive bezel
Cons
- Ethernet functionality is a gimmick
- not LED backlit (better contrast, power consumption, hours-on lifetime)
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Pros
- 1080p, 120Hz, fast response time and high contrast ratio
- Slim cabinet (1.9" deep)
- 4 HDMI 1.3a ports
- 178-degree viewing angle
- USB port for firmware updates and (limited) playback of multimedia files
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- Ethernet functionality is a gimmick
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Pros
- 1080p, 120Hz, fast response time and high contrast ratio
- attractive bezel
- Slim cabinet (1.9" deep)
- 4 HDMI 1.3a ports
- 178-degree viewing angle
Cons
- Ethernet functionality is a gimmick
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LN, 46, A, 850, LN46, 46A, A850, LN46A, 46A850, LN46A850
