Best Budget HDTV
You no longer have to spend a ton of cash to get a flat panel HDTV from a top-tier manufacturer. These cheap HDTVs are the best performers in the entry-level segment, offering good overall picture quality at an affordable price. Image quality is largely based upon on black level performance, color accuracy, and grayscale (color temperature) accuracy.
Why it's best:
The Panasonic TC-P50X1 is the value leader, offering great performance for a killer price. This HDTV delivers very impressive black level performance that matches or exceeds many more expensive competitors. While the panel is only 720p, most hi-def content is only available ... read full review
Price Range:
$741.62 - $899.99
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Butterfly Photo $788.00
Abe's of Maine $838.18
Why it's a best pick:
Plasmas offer great bang for the buck, and this set is one of the best values on the market. It's incredibly affordable and delivers great picture quality for the price. This set is comparable to the Panasonic X1 series. While it's only 720p resolution, you're unlikely to se...
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$622.97 - $699.99
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OneCall.com $674.00
Beach Camera $674.00
Why it's a best pick:
This HDTV is available for under $1,000 online and is one of the best values in LCD TVs. It delivers very good image quality with accurate colors and relatively deep black levels. The Samsung LN40B550 comes in a stylish sleek cabinet with a Red Touch of Color. It’s equ...
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$767.77 - $854.99
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Butterfly Photo $789.00
OneCall.com $802.00
Why it's a best pick:
Popular for its low price and good performance, the Toshiba 40RV525R 40" LCD TV offers great bang for the buck. While you shouldn’t expect this HDTV to match the picture quality of higher-quality, more expensive flat-panel TVs, it performs well for the money and w...
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$577.97 - $899.99
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Buydig.com $609.00
Beach Camera $609.00
Why it's a best pick:
This 32" HDTV is ideal for small living rooms and bedrooms. It’s very affordable and delivers great picture quality. While it’s only 720p, you’re unlikely to see the advantages of 1080p resolution at this screen size anyway, so you might as well save y...
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$532.00 - $584.99
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OneCall.com $532.00
Buydig.com $534.00