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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 $1,999.99
Release date March, 2008
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- 52" 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 LN52A550
• Samsung LN52A550 52-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV
• LN52A550 52" LCD TV
UPC: 036725228191
EAN: 335520263704
MPN: LN-52A550
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MSRP $2,699.00
Released April, 2008
Pros
- Sony's XMB (Xcross Media Bar) Built-In
- Free TV Guide Built-In Channel Directory for regular cable connection
- Advanced PIP features
Samsung LN52A550
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Sony Bravia KDL-52V4100
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MSRP $2,000.00
Released April, 2008
Pros
- 1080p
- large size
- good contrast, brightness and fast response time
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Philips 52PFL3603D/27
MSRP $2,099.00
Released May, 2008
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. 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 LN52A530
MSRP $2,099.00
Released April, 2008
The 5000 Series from Philips is their 2008 mid-range line of high-definition LCD televisions and feature a 1080p native resolution. For more information refer to the full Philips 5000 Series report. Specs 1080p native resolution 5ms response time 500 cd/m2 brightness 29,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio 4 speakers (including 2 subwoofers) at a total of...
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Philips 52PFL5603D/27
MSRP $2,499.00
Released September, 2007
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 Native Resolution 1080p Contrast Ratio: 5,000:1 Viewing Angle: 176° Horizontal, 176° Vertical Response Time: 6.5ms Audio: 2-15 watt speakers, 12 watt Subwoofer Down Firing, User Adjustable 5 Band...
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Westinghouse TX-52F480S
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Released July, 2008
The LT-52P789 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...
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JVC LT-52P789
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Released July, 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-52X579
MSRP $2,499.00
Released July, 2008
The Evolution Series by Vizio is the step-up over the entry level VW series containing improved specifications and features to justify the higher price. For more information refer to the full Evolution Series report. Specs 1080p native resolution 6.5ms response time 8-bit panel 450 cd/m2 brightness 1100:1 static contrast ratio, 5500:1 dynamic contrast ratio...
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Vizio VO52LF
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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,...
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Sharp AQUOS LC-52D74U
MSRP $2,499.99
Released September, 2007
The D64U Series is Sharp's least expensive line of LCD televisions that offer a 1080p native resolution. For more information refer to the full Sharp AQUOS D64U Series report. Specs 1080p native resolution. 2,000:1 static contrast ratio, 10,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio 4 ms response time 450 cd/m2 brightness Inputs: HDMI x 3, Component x 2,...
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Sharp AQUOS LC-52D64U
MSRP $2,999.95
Released March, 2008
Pros
- large size
- good brightness and fast response time
- attractive
- wide array of inputs
Samsung LN52A550
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LG 52LG50
MSRP $2,699.99
Released March, 2008
Pros
- full 1080p, quite large size
Cons
- fairly expensive for an entry level, despite being 52"
- only an 8-bit panel
- comparable in price to the premium LG model of the same size
(LG 52LG70)
Samsung LN52A550
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Toshiba Regza 52RV530U
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