6 Amazing HDTVs That Won’t Break The Bank
by Dean Evans at Wednesday 18th February, 2009 at 12:15 pm [0 comments]
You don’t need to spend big money on a new HDTV. Shop around and you can find some amazing deals on 32- and 37-inch televisions.
For example:
Toshiba Regza 32AV555DB
This is a solid 32-inch budget TV from Toshiba, its 1366 x 768 pixel (720p) display smoothed by Toshiba’s Active Vision LCD picture processing technology.
The results include improved contrast and detail, whether you’re watching HD or SD via the built-in Freeview tuner.
Of course, the sub-£400 price tag means that corners have been cut – there are only 2 HDMI connections, no PC/VGA port, and the 32AV555DB doesn’t support full HD (1080p). But it’s still great value for money.
Sony KDL-32V4000
Another cheap HDTV that’s caused a stir is the 32-inch Bravia KDL-32V4000 from Sony.
This smart set is a 720p-only (1366 x 768 pixel) version of the 1080p-equipped KDL-32W4000. It’s blessed with good brightness and contrast (rated 30,000:1). And alongside its 3 HDMI ports, there’s a PC Input for plugging in a laptop or games console.
Bravia Engine picture processing provides some onscreen spit-and-polish, and while SD images can look a little rough, it’s a capable HD performer.
Samsung LE32A558
If you believed that you couldn’t get a 1080p HDTV for less than £500, the 32-inch Samsung LE32A558 will prove you wrong.
Of course, you could argue that you don’t get the benefit of a 1920 x 1080 resolution on a screen this size. But this is as good as HD gets. The LE32A558 isn’t as bright as some of the HDTVs here – the contrast ratio is rated at 15,000:1. And the audio lacks a bit of punch.
But the LE32A558 is surprisingly well-equipped, boasting a trio of HDMI ports, a PC Input and Samsung’s Movie Plus picture processing. And all for under £500.
Toshiba Regza 32XV555DB
Toshiba‘s Regza XV Series HDTVs incorporate a 1080p (1920 x 1080 pixel) LCD panel giving them a full HD capability that the AV series (above) lacks.
This 32-inch 32XV555DB model. Again, you could argue that you don’t get the benefit of 1080p on a 32-inch TV.
But the 32XV555DB improves on the 720p 32AV555DB by adding an extra HDMI port (for three in total), improved brightness and contrast and a PC input. Toshiba’s Active Vision LCD picture processing technology offers various picture presets, including a dedicated ‘game mode’.
JVC LT-32DE9BJ
This 32-inch JVC LT-32DE9BJ HDTV stands out because it’s one of the first Freeview+ sets to hit the market.
So what you get for your money is an 720p HD panel and a built-in 160GB hard drive for effortless TV recording. Think of it as Sky+ for digital terrestrial TV, complete with two-channel recording, timeshifting, and instant replay.
The TV itself isn’t bad either. The JVC LT-32DE9BJ features a 1366 x 768 panel, 3 HDMI ports and two digital tuners. The contrast can be a little wishy-washy but the brightness is good. It’s a tempting all-in-one.
LG 37LG3000
If a 32-inch TV seems too small for your living room, LG‘s 37LG3000 fattens the screen measurement to 37-inch without breaking the bank.
You don’t get a 1080p full HD display, however. The 37LG3000 features a 1366 x 768 (720p) panel. Nevertheless, it’s as well-equipped as any of the TVs here – three HDMI ports, a PC input, digital TV tuner, invisible speakers and SRS TruSurround audio.
LG’s XD Engine picture processing enhances the picture quality, delivering deep black levels and sharp images. Big TV. Small price tag. The LG 37LG3000 is a steal.
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