Sharp Aquos LC-65D93U

The Sharp Aquos LC-65D93U is a 65" LCD full HDTV delivering a 1080p picture. It features a very fast 4 ms response time (8 ms is more typical of an LCD), and high contrast ratio (15,000:1 dynamic, 3000:1 native). It first became available in March, 2007 and retails for around $9000. The large size, and great contrast and response specs at a good price make this an LCD worth considering. However, reports of banding because of a defect at the Sharp K2 plant, and the noticeable omission of HDMI 1.3 support (only supports HDMI 1.2a) are points you should consider as well.

Consider the Samsung FP-T6374 63" plasma as an alternative to this 65" LCD.

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Sharp Aquos LC-65D93U
MSRP $8,999.00
Release date March, 2007
Brand Sharp
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120Hz frame rate conversion (instead of 60Hz as most LCDs)
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4ms response time (instead of 8-16ms as most LCDs)
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High native resolution (1920x1080)
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High contrast ratio for an early 2007 LCD (Dynamic 15,000:1; Native 3,000:1)
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Large diagonal size (65") for 2007 sub-$10k LCD
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Television (and stand) is 130lbs
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Utilizes HDMI 1.2a (instead of HDMI 1.3)
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Possibility of banding due to manufacturing defect at Sharp K2 plant
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Underperforms in motion given its 120 Hz frame rate and 4 ms response time
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on 720i broadcast it underperforms
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underperforms when broadcast in 720i
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Sharp Aquos LC-65D93U

• Sharp Aquos LC65D93U 65-Inch 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV

• AQUOS LC-65D93U 65" LCD TV

UPC: 074000370333

EAN: 074000370333

MPN: LC-65D93U

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1.  avatar Andrew Ruess said:

This seems to be one of the best televisions of 2007 (when ignoring price). Has anyone found a better option in either the LCD or Plasma space?
Jun 05, 2007 7:13pm
2.  avatar Omar said:

Based upon reputation and history alone I'd imagine that the new plasms from Pioneer will definitely give this set a run for its money. Ignoring price again :)
Jun 07, 2007 5:20pm
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Andrew Ruess

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May 30, 2007
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3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • 120Hz frame rate conversion (instead of 60Hz as most LCDs)
  • 4ms response time (instead of 8-16ms as most LCDs)
  • High native resolution (1920x1080)
  • High contrast ratio for an early 2007 LCD (Dynamic 15,000:1; Native 3,000:1)
  • Large diagonal size (65") for 2007 sub-$10k LCD
  • Television (and stand) is 130lbs

Cons

  • Utilizes HDMI 1.2a (instead of HDMI 1.3)
  • Possibility of banding due to manufacturing defect at Sharp K2 plant

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"This seems to be one of the best televisions of 2007 (when ignoring price). Has anyone found a better option in either the LCD or Plasma space?"
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Azure_Angel

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May 7, 2008
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Pros

  • 120Hz frame rate conversion (instead of 60Hz as most LCDs)
  • 4ms response time (instead of 8-16ms as most LCDs)
  • High native resolution (1920x1080)
  • High contrast ratio for an early 2007 LCD (Dynamic 15,000:1; Native 3,000:1)
  • Large diagonal size (65") for 2007 sub-$10k LCD

Cons

  • Possibility of banding due to manufacturing defect at Sharp K2 plant

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Erik

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July 11, 2007
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Pros

  • 120Hz frame rate conversion (instead of 60Hz as most LCDs)
  • 4ms response time (instead of 8-16ms as most LCDs)
  • Large diagonal size (65") for 2007 sub-$10k LCD

Cons

  • Utilizes HDMI 1.2a (instead of HDMI 1.3)
  • Underperforms in motion given its 120 Hz frame rate and 4 ms response time

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Amanie

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May 30, 2007
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Pros

  • 120Hz frame rate conversion (instead of 60Hz as most LCDs)
  • 4ms response time (instead of 8-16ms as most LCDs)
  • High native resolution (1920x1080)
  • Television (and stand) is 130lbs

Cons

  • Utilizes HDMI 1.2a (instead of HDMI 1.3)

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GT-D

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June 4, 2007
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Pros

  • 120Hz frame rate conversion (instead of 60Hz as most LCDs)
  • 4ms response time (instead of 8-16ms as most LCDs)
  • High native resolution (1920x1080)
  • High contrast ratio for an early 2007 LCD (Dynamic 15,000:1; Native 3,000:1)

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June 5, 2007
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Pros

  • 120Hz frame rate conversion (instead of 60Hz as most LCDs)
  • High contrast ratio for an early 2007 LCD (Dynamic 15,000:1; Native 3,000:1)
  • Large diagonal size (65") for 2007 sub-$10k LCD

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xraydavem

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March 4, 2008
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Cons

  • on 720i broadcast it underperforms
  • underperforms when broadcast in 720i

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LC, 65, D, 93, U, LC65, 65D, D93, 93U, LC65D, 65D93, D93U, LC65D93, 65D93U, LC65D93U