Top Rated HDTVs for 2011-2012 * Reviews and Comparison
Top Rated HDTVs
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2011-2012 HDTV Buying Guide to help you choose the right set size and technology. See the newest top-rated 2011-2012 sets with full HD
1080p resolution,
LED Backlit TVs, 2D and
3D TVs, and those that have
120Hz or
240Hz Anti Blur Technology.
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All HDTVs that are featured at Smart-Review have an owner rating of of 4 stars or better.
 New for 2012. Samsung’s new EH6000 Series Mid-Range 40-inch LED backlit HDTV. Samsung’s LED backlight technology reduces energy consumption, and improves contrast, while giving you an HDTV only 1.2 inches thin. Included on this TV is 120Hz anti-blur technology. 120HZ provides blur free, clear motion, doubling the framerate of regular 60hz HDTVs. Features 5,000,000:1 dynamic contrast. This full HD 1080p HDTV can play your favorite music, pictures, and movies through its USB port. Includes two HDMI connections. The 1080p display provides two million pixels of resolution …More …
Available Sizes: 60-inch, 55-inch, 46-inch, 40-inch
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New for 2012. LG’s Cinema Screen 47LM7600 2nd generation passive 3D Ready 47-inch 1080p LED HDTV with TruMotion 240HZ technology. The set displays an outstanding picture for either regular 2D, or in the newest 3D programming. This LG TV uses passive 3D technology and includes 6 pairs of polarized 3D glasses. LG’s Passive Cinema 3D technology allows for lighter, lower cost 3D glasses that don’t need batteries and provide a brighter picture. This is the same type of technology used for 3D movies in a movie theater. You don’t need the glasses to watch regular HD programming. LG’s LM7600 Series new LED Plus technology provides a side lit LED backlight with local dimming technology. This technology allows for better picture and contrast. The LM7600 Series can achieve a 9,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio for the best picture. Its onboard 240HZ reduces blurring when you’re watching your favorite sport, action movie, or playing a fast moving video game. Smart TV: allows you to access limitless internet content …More…
Available Sizes: 55-inch, and 47-inch
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NEW for 2012. Panasonic’s 3D Ready 50-inch ST50 Series 1080p High-Definition Plasma HDTV. This is Panasonic’s latest 3rd generation of 3D Ready TVs. It is a high end Panasonic Plasma TV for either 2D or 3D viewing. 3D programming is now available on Blu-ray disc, ESPN, Comcast, Video Consoles, and other programming. The new infinite black pro panel with newly developed fast switching phosphors produces minimal afterimages and displays deep blacks with less reflection for bright, vivid images. A new motion compensating technology (Neo Plasma Black 2500 FDD) has made it possible to render faster-moving images with greater sharpness. Features 24p playback for watching motion pictures. The 1920 x 1080 pixel Full HD screen has double the pixels of a 720p TV. It shares the 16:9 aspect ratio similar to movie theater screens, providing a theater-like experience at home. Internet Ready Smart TV with built-in WiFi adapter. The ST50 Series has a long life 100,000 hour panel. …More…
Available Sizes: 50-inch, 55-inch, 60-inch
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New for 2012. Samsung’s LED backlit TVs from Samsung without 3D. Upgraded 5,000,000:1 Mega Dynamic Contrast. This full HD 1080p HDTV is a Smart TV and has DLNA CERTIFIED® connectivity to let you remotely access music, video, and photos from your computer, phone and other devices. The 40-Inch 1080p display has over two million pixel resolution, along with an SRS TruSurround HD sound system. The Samsung ES6100 series is an Internet Ready Smart TV which will allow you to access Netflix (with subscription), Youtube, Facebook, Blockbuster, Hulu Plus, Twitter, Sports and more. You can access this content wirelessly through your home network with the Built-in wireless Wifi Adapter. …More…
Available Sizes: 60-inch, 55-inch, 46-inch, 40-inch |
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New for 2012. LG’s Cinema Screen 47LM6700 2nd generation passive 3D Ready 47-inch 1080p LED HDTV with TruMotion 120Hz technology. The set displays an outstanding picture for either regular 2D, or in the newest 3D programming. This LG TV uses passive 3D technology and includes 6 pairs of polarized 3D glasses. LG’s Passive Cinema 3D technology allows for lighter, lower cost 3D glasses that don’t need batteries and provide a brighter picture. This is the same type of technology used for 3D movies in a movie theater. You don’t need the glasses to watch regular HD programming. LG’s new LED Plus technology provides a side lit LED backlight with local dimming technology. This technology allows for better picture and contrast. The LM6700 Series can achieve a 8,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio for the best picture. Its onboard 120Hz reduces blurring when you’re watching your favorite sport, action movie, or playing a fast moving video game. Smart TV: allows you to access limitless internet content …More…
Available Sizes: 55-inch, and 47-inch
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New for 2012. LG’s Cinema Screen 47LM6200 2nd generation passive 3D Ready 47-inch 1080p LED HDTV with TruMotion 120Hz technology. The set displays an outstanding picture for either regular 2D, or in the newest 3D programming. The LG LM6200 Series TV uses passive 3D technology and includes 6 pairs of polarized 3D glasses. LG’s Passive Cinema 3D technology allows for lighter, lower cost 3D glasses that don’t need batteries and provide a brighter picture. This is the same type of technology used for 3D movies in a movie theater. You don’t need the glasses to watch regular HD programming. Smart TV: allows access to internet ready content, movies, netflix, facebook and more. LED backlit screen acheives a 6,000,000:1 contrast. …More…
Available Sizes: 65-inch, 55-inch, 47-inch, 42-inch, and 32-inch
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New for 2012. Samsung’s UN32EH4000 is a low cost 32-inch LED backlit HDTV. Samsung’s LED backlight technology reduces energy consumption, and improves contrast. Included on this TV is Clear Motion Rate 60 which will help eliminate image distortion during fast moving scenes. The EH4000 Series features 3,000,000:1 dynamic contrast for better blacks and shadow detail. This 720p HDTV Includes two HDMI connections. ConnectShare Movie: This feature allow you to attach a thumb drive or a digital camera to your TV. The TV’s interface will provide access to your videos, a music playlist and pictures via the remote. Wide Color Enhancer Plus: provides vibrant, natural looking video …More …
Available Sizes: 32-inch, 26-inch
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NEW for 2011. Panasonic’s 3D Ready 65-inch ST30 Series 1080p High-Definition Plasma HDTV. This is Panasonic’s 2nd generation of 3D Ready TVs. It is a high end Panasonic Plasma TV for either 2D or 3D presentations. 3D is now available on Blu-ray disc, Comcast, ESPN, and other programming. The new infinite black pro panel 2 has newly developed fast switching phosphors to provide for minimal afterimages and deep blacks with minimal reflection for bright, vivid images. This TV has increased contrast to a 5,000,000:1 native contrast ratio. 24p playback for watching motion pictures. The 1920 x 1080 pixel count of this plasma TV provides twice the number of pixels as 720p HDTV displays. 1,080 lines of moving-picture resolution. Panasonic 2011 models feature improved power consumption and meet the new, more stringent Energy Star requirements. Long life 100,000 hour panel. Internet Ready, DLNA Certified, WiFi Ready …More…
Available Sizes: 42-inch, 46-inch, 50-inch, 55-inch, 60-inch, and 65-inch
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 New for 2012. The Panasonic TC-L42E5 1080p LED TV is Panasonic’s 42-inch solid value TV. It is perfect for bedrooms, dens, and small living rooms where you would like to have an HDTV. Although value priced, it comes with some added features such as Edge Lit LED backlight, Full HD, IPS LED Panel with 178° wide viewing angles, WiFi Ready, and more. The Panasonic TC-L42E5 provides online Video on Demand services by press the Internet Button on the remote control (Including Netflix, Hulu Plus, Amazon Video, Youtube) Also Facebook and Twitter. VIERA remote App: allows you to control your TV using a SmartPhone or Tablet … …More…
Available Sizes: 42-inch, 37-inch , 32-inch
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New for 2012. Samsung’s top of the line, third generation of 3D LED backlit TVs from Samsung. SmartReview previewed the ES8000 series at CES 2012 (see our commentary). Samsung’s UN55ES8000 55-inch LED backlit HDTV (with Micro Dimming Ultimate) is 3D ready and comes with 4 pairs of 3D glasses. The new for 2012 Micro Dimming Ultimate LED backlight technology is an improvement to last year’s Micro dimming. It uses special edge mounted LEDs to enable the controlled lighting of variable size areas. This provides for better picture and contrast whether watching 2D or 3D. 3D movies such as Avatar and other movies have created demand for 3D programming for HDTVs for the home. Ultra Clear Panel eliminates reflections, boosts contrast ratio. Included on this TV is 960Hz CMR (clear motion rate) and 240Hz anti-blur technology. 30,000,000:1 Mega Dynamic Contrast (highest we have reviewed). Smart TV. This full HD 1080p HDTV has several new ways to interface with the TV, including Gesture control (using your hands), and voice control. Its built in camera has face recognition to bring up your profile, or use Skype. DLNA CERTIFIED® connectivity lets you remotely access music, video, and photos. The 1080p display has over two million pixel resolution, along with an SRS TruSurround HD sound system. …More…
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NEW for 2012. Panasonic’s new TC-P55GT50 3D Ready 55-inch GT50 Series 1080p High-Definition Plasma HDTV. Glass and Metal Design. The GT50 Series is Panasonic’s high end Plasma TV with a THX 3D Certified Display for best cinema quality in either 2D or 3D viewing. This is Panasonic’s latest 3rd generation of 3D Ready TVs. 3D programming is now available on Blu-ray disc, DirectTV, ESPN, Comcast, Video Consoles, and other programming. The new infinite black pro panel with newly developed fast switching phosphors provides for minimal afterimages and displays deep blacks with minimal reflection for bright, vivid images. A new motion compensating technology (Neo Plasma Black 2500 FDD) renders faster-moving images with greater sharpness. Features 24p playback for watching motion pictures. The 1920 x 1080 pixel Full HD screen has double the pixels of a 720p TV. It shares the 16:9 aspect ratio similar to movie theater screens, providing a theater-like experience at home. The GT50 Series has a long life 100,000 hour panel. …More…
Available Sizes: 50-inch, 55-inch, and 60-inch
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New for 2012. Samsung’s UN32EH5000 is a low cost 32-inch 1080p LED backlit HDTV. Samsung’s LED backlight technology reduces energy consumption, and improves contrast. Included on this TV is Clear Motion Rate 120 which will help eliminate image distortion during fast moving scenes. Features 3,500,000:1 dynamic contrast for better blacks and shadow detail. The EH5000 Series has a Full HD 1080p screen, which has twice the resolution of a 720p TV and includes two HDMI connections. ConnectShare Movie: This feature allow you to attach a thumb drive or a digital camera to your TV. The TV’s interface will provide access to your videos, a music playlist and pictures via the remote. Wide Color Enhancer Plus: provides vibrant, natural looking video. SRS TheaterSound HD provides multi-dimension sound …More …
Available Sizes: 32-inch, 40-inch, 46-inch
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| NEW for 2012. The new Sony HX750 series is Sony’s 3rd generation 55-inch 3D LED backlit TV. Features include 3D ready capability, Dynamic Edge LED backlighting with local dimming, 24p True Cinema®, the latest 240Hz Motionflow® with XR 480 high framerate technology which increases the framerate for a sharper and smoother image compared to regular 60Hz hdtvs, BRAVIA® Internet Video and Widgets Smart TV function allows you to view internet content (Netflix, Youtube, Facebook, Twitter, Skype Ready, news, sports, weather and more ) on your internet ready TV through an ethernet cable, or by using the built-in Wifi adapter. 2D to 3D Conversion. 3D content from cable, satellite, games, and Blu-ray disc can be viewed with active shutter 3D glasses. The KDL-55HX750 offers full HD 1080p resolution (1920×1080). Plug in up to 4 HDMI devices. Enjoy the convenience of a sleep timer. Includes NTSC, ATSC HD, and QAM tuners. …More…
Available Sizes: 55-inch, 46-inch
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When considering purchasing a flat panel TV, the decision as to whether to buy an LCD, LED or Plasma HDTV is a common one. All of these types of technology can display High Definition in stunning detail. But there are differences. The top LED and Plasma sets are now 3D Ready TVs. LED HDTVs – [...]
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High Definition Televisions have quickly replaced the older CRT monitors and Analog TV sets that have used the NTSC broadcast standard of the last 50+ years. The newer HD models are thinner, brighter, and display a stunning picture with many times the resolution of older sets. The newest sets are 3D Ready TVs. Below are [...]
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NEW for 2011. Panasonic’s 3D Ready 50-inch ST30 Series 1080p High-Definition Plasma HDTV. This is Panasonic’s 2nd generation of 3D Ready TVs. It is a high end Panasonic Plasma TV for either 2D or 3D presentations. 3D is now available on Blu-ray disc, Comcast, ESPN, and other programming. The new infinite black pro panel 2 has newly developed fast switching phosphors to provide for minimal afterimages and deep blacks with minimal reflection for bright, vivid images. This TV has increased contrast to a 5,000,000:1 native contrast ratio. 24p playback for watching motion pictures. The 1920 x 1080 pixel count of this plasma TV provides twice the number of pixels as 720p HDTV displays. 1,080 lines of moving-picture resolution. Panasonic 2011 models feature improved power consumption and meet the new, more stringent Energy Star requirements. Long life 100,000 hour panel. Internet Ready, DLNA Certified, WiFi Ready …More…
Available Sizes: 42-inch, 46-inch, 50-inch, 55-inch, 60-inch, and 65-inch
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New for 2011. Samsung’s top of the line, second generation of 3D LED backlit TVs from Samsung. Samsung’s D8000 55-inch LED backlit HDTV (with micro dimming plus) is 3D Ready and comes with 2 pairs of rechargeable 3D glasses. The new for 2011 Micro Dimming Plus LED backlight technology is an improvement to last year’s precision dimming. It uses special edge mounted LEDs to enable the controlled lighting of variable size areas. This provides for better picture and contrast. 3D movies such as Avatar and other movies have created demand for 3D programming for HDTVs for the home. With this HDTV you can use the included 3D glasses with 3D Blu-ray players, and watch 3D specific programming as they come available on cable and satellite. Ultra Clear Panel eliminates reflections, boosts contrast ratio. Included on this TV is 240Hz anti-blur technology. 240HZ provides blur free, clear motion, quadrupling the framerate of regular 60hz HDTVs. Internet Ready: content includes Netflix and more. 25,000,000:1 Mega Dynamic Contrast (highest we have reviewed) and triple last years model. This full HD 1080p HDTV has a super fast 2ms response time to help display fast moving action. DLNA CERTIFIED® connectivity lets you remotely access music, video, and photos. The 1080p display has over two million pixel resolution, along with an SRS TruSurround HD sound system. …More…
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In general, your viewing distance should be between 1.5 to 3 times the screen size. If you are watching mostly DVDs, Blu-ray, HD Games (playstation 3) or HDTV broadcasts, you can sit more towards the 1.5 times screen size. If watching mostly old standard definition broadcasts, then you would want to sit further back. So [...]
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NEW for 2011. NEW for 2011. Panasonic’s Top of the line 3D Ready GT30 Series 65-inch 1080p High-Definition Plasma HDTV provides crisp, lifelike details. This is Panasonic’s 2nd generation of 3D Ready TVs. The GT30 Series has a THX® 3D Certified Display for best cinema quality in 2D or 3D. It is a high end Panasonic Plasma TV. 3D is now available on Blu-ray disc, ESPN, Comcast, Games and other programming. The new infinite black pro panel 2 has newly developed fast switching phosphors to provide for minimal afterimages and deep blacks with minimal reflection for bright, vivid images. A new motion compensating technology has made it possible to render faster-moving images with greater sharpness. This TV has increased contrast to a 5,000,000:1 native contrast ratio. 24p playback for watching motion pictures. The 1920 x 1080 pixel count of this plasma TV provides twice the number of pixels as 720p HDTV displays. 1,080 lines of moving-picture resolution. It shares the 16:9 aspect ratio similar to movie theater screens, providing a theater-like experience at home. Panasonic GT30 series 2011 models feature improved power consumption and meet the new, more stringent Energy Star requirements. Long life 100,000 hour panel. …More…
Available Sizes: 50-inch, 55-inch, 65-inch
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New for 2011. LG’s passive 3D Ready 55-inch 1080p LED HDTV with TruMotion 120HZ technology. The set displays an outstanding picture for either regular 2D, or in the newest 3D programming. This LG TV uses passive 3D technology and it includes 4 pairs of polarized 3D glasses. LG’s Passive 3D technology allows for lighter, lower cost 3D glasses that don’t need batteries and are lightweight. This is the same type of technology used for 3D movies in a movie theater. You don’t need the glasses to watch regular HD programming. LG’s new LED Plus technology provides a side lit LED backlight with local dimming technology. This technology allows for better picture and contrast. The 55LW5600 can achieve an 8,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio for the best picture. Its onboard 120HZ reduces blurring when you’re watching your favorite sport, action movie, or playing a fast moving video game. Smart TV: allows you to access limitless internet content, thousands of movies, customizable apps, videos. The LW5600 Series is both Internet Ready , Netflix Ready and includes a wireless Wifi adapter (nothing extra to buy). The Clear Voice II feature automatically enhances and amplifies the sound of the human voice frequency range to help keep dialogue audible. The LW5600 Series is DLNA CERTIFIED® and has 24p Real Cinema video processing (for a movie theater experience). …More…
Available Sizes: 55-inch, and 47-inch
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New for 2011. Sharp’s high end, 3D LED backlit line of TVs. Sharp’s LC60LE835U is 3D ready. 3D movies such as Avatar and other movies have created demand for 3D programming for HDTVs for the home. Sharp’s unique Quad Pixel Plus provides smooth transitions between colors and displays a smoother-looking image with a higher perceived level of detail. Sharp’s Quattron LED LCD TVs have four colors in each pixel, adding yellow to the conventional complement of red, green, and blue. With AQUOS® Quattron™ 3D Technology you can use Sharp’s 3D glasses with 3D Blu-ray players or watch 3D specific programming as they are available on cable and satellite. Included on this TV is AquoMotion 240Hz anti-blur technology. 240HZ provides blur free, clear motion, quadrupling the framerate of regular 60hz HDTVs. Dynamic contrast has increased to 8,000,000:1. DLNA CERTIFIED® connectivity lets you remotely access music, video, and photos. The 1080p display has over two million pixel resolution. The Spacious 3D Sound creates theater-like audio for a true 3D experience. Vyper Drive mode eliminates image lag for game consoles. Internet ready TV: With Connected TV you will have access to Netflix, CinemaNow, Vudu streaming video and customized Internet content (including Facebook, Pandora, Twitter). Just plug in an ethernet cable, or use the built-in wireless Wifi. …More…
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New for 2011. LG’s lowest priced Full HD 1080p 32-inch LCD HDTV. A 1080p HDTV has about double the pixels of a 720p TV, giving you a clearer picture when viewing high quality content such as Blu-ray discs. This is a basic no frills HDTV with a 100,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, Clear Voice II which automatically enhances and amplifies the sound of the human voice frequency range to help keep dialogue audible. The LG Picture Wizard II provides self-calibration with on-screen reference points to ensure correct black, color, tint, sharpness and backlight levels. 4 HDMI and 1 USB port …More…
Available Sizes: 32-inch, 37-inch, 42-inch
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New for 2011. The Sony EX line 46-inch Sony EX720 series 3D LED backlit TV. The EX720 Series adds 3D capability to the previous Sony model. The EX720 series comes fully loaded. Advanced features include 3D ready, Dynamic Edge LED backlight, X-Reality Engine (for better images), 24p True Cinema®, Motionflow® XR 240hz high framerate technology which quadruples the framerate for a sharper and smoother image compared to regular 60hz hdtvs, Internet Streaming & Widgets: allows you to view internet content (Netflix, Youtube, Hulu, News, Weather and more ) on your internet ready TV through an ethernet cable, or by using the optional Wifi adapter. The KDL-46EX720 offers full HD 1080p resolution (1920×1080). Plug in up to 4 HDMI devices. Watch 3D content from Cable TV, Satellite, Blu-ray, PS3, and more. Enjoy the convenience of a sleep timer. Includes NTSC, ATSC HD, and QAM tuners. The TV is only 1.6″ thin when not using the stand.
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Available Sizes: 60-inch, 55-inch, 46-inch, 40-inch, 32-inch
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New for 2011. Introducing Samsung’s second generation of 3D ready Plasma HDTVs. This latest generation top of the line 51-inch 1080p, 3D ready High-Def Resolution Plasma HDTV has many upgraded features from previous models. The screen size is 1-inch larger than last year’s 50-inch model. Upgraded to 15,000,000:1 dynamic contrast (double last year’s model), Built in Wifi wireless, and upgraded to the latest Energy Star® (which uses less energy than previous models). This set weighs almost 10% less than last year’s model. Samsung’s 3D Active Glasses sync up with your 3D TV to produce 3D images, allowing you to watch movies and TV with action that leaps right off the screen.You can play 3D content from 3D enabled Blu-ray players, and future broadcasts on cable and satellite, including movies and sports. Samsung’s Real Black Filter, (previously only on the 8000 series) is included and improves performance in bright light, provides deeper blacks, and improves contast. Smart TV: Samsung Smart TV provides movies, TV shows, and Samsung Apps. Netflix video (with subscription). Skype, Facebook, Youtube and more. Just plug in an ethernet cable, or use the built in Wifi feature to access these features.
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Available Sizes: 51-inch, 59-inch, 64-inch
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