Best 32”-42” LCD TV
Top 10 Budget 32”,37”,40”,42” LCD TVs 2013
The small LCD TV category is still very important to the average North American consumer. We’ve included a solid list of the Best LCD TVs for 2012 based on the following qualitative and value criteria:
- 1)Solid Picture Quality based on:
- A) Not too much motion lag
- B) Somewhat decent side angle viewing
- C) Color saturation and realism
- 2)Features Set (Internet, menu, remote, function)
- 3)Plenty of HDMI inputs
- 4)Appearance
- 5)Price/Value per size and quality
- 6) Sound Quality
- 7) Consistent Long Lasting with 1 year warranty
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32” Diagonal Picture Measurement |
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720P Resolution |
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32” Diagonal Picture |
The Sharp LC-32D59U is a hybrid 32” LCD in that it has the latest and greatest LED backlighting, but with 720p resolution…
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2 HDMI Inputs |
The LG 37CS560 is one of the only 37” LCD TVs left on the market. This size has all but disappeared. The feature set is solid with 1080p resolution…
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720p Resolution |
Samsung is known for their very powerful LED backlighting – in this case edge lit LED backlighting. The Samsung UN32EH4000 has a smart package, foregoing 1080p…
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Backlight: Traditional CCFL Flourescent |
Samsung can surprise you with their LCDs nad it’s kind of a shame they have all but discontinued production of them just as the quality was getting superb. A couple years ago they were some of the best deals on the market…
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2 HDMI inputs |
This is another 40” traditional CCFL LCD TV which will give you solid performance at a discounted price. The 40E220U does contain a few upgrade features such as 1080p resolution…
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Backlight: CCFL Flourescent |
Even though the LG 32CS460 is a 720p, 60Hz TV you will likely be very impressed with the picture quality, even with HD signals. LG makes very nice LCD panels the color performance, easy to use menu system…
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40” diagonal screen |
For those that want to step it up a notch in picture quality but in a smaller size TV and have Connect Share movie options functions, the UN40EH6000 could be your set. HD picture on…
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42” Viewing Size |
Though the TCL42E50 is the 4th model down in Panasonics lineup it has very nice features such as 360 Backlight scanning which manipulates the…
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LED/LCD TV Buying Guide / Articles
Budget 32” to 42” LCD TV Buying Guide
What features and performance attributes to look for in a discount small LCD or LED TV
Picture Quality
No matter what, you can never overlook the #1 top feature in a TV and that is picture quality. Black levels, off-center viewing angle contrast, picture brightness, clean image edges. These are all attributes to look for in choosing an LCD TV.
Sound Quality
This often overlooked feature is super important if you will not be using an external surround sound system with your TV. Lately, some of the manufacturers have come around to improving sound quality with new systems and speakers.
Inputs
HDMI inputs and USB inputs are increasingly important in todays TVs. Make sure yours has these in abundance.
Menu/Remote Control Function
This should be easy and simple to use. Two clicks should put you on the picture settings controls or wherever you want to be. It should also be intuitive to use without having to look at the manual.
Consistent Long Lasting Performance
This is another often overlooked category with some of the lesser 2nd and 3rd tier brands. The price might seem right until a year down the road when the TV stops working due to a power supply problem or video board issue.
Parts Availability/ Warranty
The top tier manufacturers stand by their products better and they are easier to have repaired. They also come with a 1 year warranty as opposed to the 90 day warranty some of the lesser brands have. All the TVs in this list have a 1 year warranty. For a good solid TV warranty extension see dtvexpress.com.
Price and Features
When it comes to price, you have to know the features you can live without. Is 3D important – you will pay more. Is a high Hz rate important – you will pay more. Smart TV, same situation. Great HD picture, same. Know what features you really do want and what you can live without if you want to save money.
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Steve Holdgren is an engineer by trade and has worked for some of the largest energy related engineering firms in the world with his latest stint in Switzerland. He holds a degree is mechanical engineering… See more about Steve |
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