Top 5 50- and 52-Inch HDTVs
The latest big HDTVs deliver stellar performance, a generous array of the newest inputs, and unique picture adjustment features--at great prices. Check back frequently for the latest updates.
Greg Adler
Bottom Line: This beautifully designed HDTV set is one of the few we've seen with a CableCard slot, but its performance was sub-par.
PC World Rating: 75 (Good)
- Performance Word Score: Fair
- Diagonal (inches): 52
- Native Resolution (pixels): 1920-by-1080
- TV Technology: LCD
- HD Formats: 720p, 1080i, 1080p
- Price When Reviewed: $3500
- Rated on: February 07, 2008
Bottom Line: Sony's premium TV earns a stellar score for high-definition performance and also gets points for design.
PC World Rating: 76 (Good)
- Performance Word Score: Very Good
- Diagonal (inches): 52
- Native Resolution (pixels): 1920-by-1080
- TV Technology: LCD
- HD Formats: 720p, 1080i, 1080p
- Price When Reviewed: $3500
- Rated on: February 07, 2008
Bottom Line: Though not as good a performer as other units in its size category, this TV is well-designed and enticingly priced.
PC World Rating: 79 (Good)
- Performance Word Score: Good
- Diagonal (inches): 50
- Native Resolution (pixels): 1920-by-1080
- TV Technology: Plasma
- HD Formats: 720p, 1080i, 1080p
- Price When Reviewed: $2500
- Rated on: February 07, 2008
Bottom Line: Pleasing images and a rock-bottom price combine to make Vizio GV52LF hard to beat.
PC World Rating: 81 (Very Good)
- Performance Word Score: Good
- Diagonal (inches): 52
- Native Resolution (pixels): 1920-by-1080
- TV Technology: LCD
- HD Formats: 720p, 1080i, 1080p
- Price When Reviewed: $2200
- Rated on: February 07, 2008
Bottom Line: This set has a desirable combination of good performance, reasonable price, and competitive features.
PC World Rating: 82 (Very Good)
- Performance Word Score: Good
- Diagonal (inches): 50
- Native Resolution (pixels): 1920-by-1080
- TV Technology: Plasma
- HD Formats: 720p, 1080i, 1080p
- Price When Reviewed: $2400
- Rated on: February 07, 2008
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