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Sony KDL-37L5000

Although it costs a tad more than bargain-basement models, the Sony KDL-L5000 series makes up for it with above-basement design and picture quality.

Specs: LCD TV, 37 in, 13000:1, 3000:1, 1366 x 768, 16:9, Black

Toshiba 37AV502U

While no style maven or template for reference color, the Toshiba AV502U series can do black levels better than most inexpensive LCDs.

Specs: LCD TV, 37 in, 720p, High-gloss black

Philips 32PFL6704D

The Philips PFL6704D series falls short of the competition's performance, but it does have a cool design and relatively accurate color.

Specs: LCD TV, 32 in, 500, 1920 x 1080

JVC LT-32P300

The dock on JVC's LT-P300 series of LCD TV provides a well-designed and easy way to enjoy iPod and iPhone content in the living room.

Specs: LCD TV, 31.5 in, 500, 1920 x 1080, Gloss black

LG 37LH30

While its black levels and uniformity mark the LG LH30 series as an entry-level display, its extensive picture controls allow the color accuracy of a flagship model.

Specs: LCD TV, 37 in, 500, 50000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Gloss black

LG 32LG40

With a built-in DVD player and excellent color accuracy, the LG 32LG40 is a top-notch choice for an all-in-one 32-inch LCD.

Specs: LCD TV, 32 in, 500, 12000:1, 1366 x 768, 16:9, Glossy red

Samsung LN32A550

CNET did not review the Samsung LN32A550, but we did review a larger model in the series.

Specs: LCD TV, 32 in, 15000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9

Vizio VP422

The Vizio VP422 is a 42-inch plasma with a rock-bottom price tag and picture quality that, while certainly not perfect, should satisfy casual viewers.

Specs: Plasma TV, 42 in, 1500 cd/m2, 30000:1, 1024 x 720, 16:9

Toshiba Regza 37CV510U

CNET did not review the Toshiba 37CV510U, but we did review a smaller model in the series.

Specs: LCD TV, 37 in, High-gloss black

LG 42LG30

CNET did not review the 42-inch LG 42LG30, but we did review a smaller model in the series.

Specs: LCD TV, 42 in, 500, 12000:1, 1366 x 768, 16:9, Gloss piano black

LG 37LG30

CNET did not review the LG 37LG30, but we did review a smaller model in the series.

Specs: LCD TV, 37 in, 500, 12000:1, 1366 x 768, 16:9, Gloss piano black

Samsung LN37A450

CNET did not review the Samsung LN37A450, but we did review a smaller model in the series.

Specs: LCD TV, 37 in, 10000:1, 1366 x 768, 16:9

Samsung LN40A450

CNET did not review the Samsung LN40A450, but we did review a smaller model in the series.

Specs: LCD TV, 40 in, 450, 10000:1, 1366 x 768, 16:9

Samsung HPT4254

While CNET has not reviewed the Samsung HP-T4254, we have reviewed the similar Samsung HP-T5064.

Specs: Plasma TV, 42 in, 15000:1, 1024 x 768, 16:9

Westinghouse TX-47F430S

Despite its lighter black levels, the Westinghouse TX-47F430S 1080p LCD wide-screen television produces an otherwise solid picture for a very good price.

Specs: LCD TV, 47 in, 5000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9

Sharp LC-32D43U

Although it has a couple of weaknesses, the overall picture quality of the Sharp LC-32D43U puts it among the best LCDs of its size.

Specs: LCD TV, 32 in, 450, 6000:1, 1200:1, 1366 x 768, 16:9, Black

RCA 15L500TD - 15" LCD TV

Specs: LCD TV, 15 in, 1024 x 768, 4:3, Silver diamond

Sylvania LC370SS9

Specs: LCD TV, 37 in, 1366 x 768, 16:9

Samsung 320MX

Specs: LCD flat panel display, 32 in, 500, 40000:1, 3000:1, 1366 x 768, 16:9, Black

Toshiba 26AV500

Specs: LCD TV, 26 in, High-gloss black