These four HDTVs hold their own even against ultra HD sets with higher resolution, and their great picture quality should please most viewers. The LCD sets use LED backlights. Check our TV Ratings for reviews and recommendations on even more great HD sets, as well as the latest Ultra HD models.
This 55-inch LCD/LED TV in Sony’s flagship 1080p series this year is a bit pricey, but it has very good HD picture quality, a wider-than-average viewing angle for an LCD TV, and a ton of features, including smart TV.
Check our TV buying guide and Ratings. Read "Ultra HD TVs: Best Picture Yet" for the 10 things you need to know before you spend a bundle on a UHD TV. And see just how great 4K content looks on a UHD TV.
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Smack dab in the middle of Samsung’s LCD/LED TV lineup, this 60-inch set delivers excellent picture quality and a lot of features—including the company’s smart TV platform—at an attractive price. It comes with a universal remote control that lets you control other gear.
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This LCD/LED TV is a winner, with excellent HD picture quality, Sharp’s smart TV platform, and a pleasing price. The TV’s program guide has an integrated search that combines cable/satellite TV and streaming channels.
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This 60-inch 1080p TV reminds us why we still like plasma TVs. It has excellent HD picture quality, an ultrawide viewing angle, and a nice array of features, including smart TV. And its price will make a lot of people smile.
This article also appeared in the September 2014 issue of Consumer Reports magazine.
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