Best bang-for-buck 32" HDTV

SMT · 05-08-2009, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by anamika

What about LG and Sharp, are there low and high-end series that are good and ones to avoid. I'm guessing, it's good to stay away from brands like Westinghouse, Olevia and other low-end brands.

Yeah LG and Sharp and just about every major brands offer high to low end models.

I'm not saying you should avoid them, all I was pointing out is just don't think that because it has Sharp or Sony on the bezel that it is automatically going to be the best. They are nice and decent tv's but just because it has Sony on it doesn't make it automatically better than Vizio or Toshiba. And in many cases Vizio's models such as the VO will perform close to the level of Sony's higher end models. For example Toyota makes Lexus but it also makes a Camry. Camry is a fine car in it's own right but it's no Lexus and just because it's made by Toyota doesn't mean that Lexus and Camry's are going to be on the same level but at the same time doesn't mean the Camry isn't a quality car.
Does that make sense?

As far as Westinghouse and Olevia is concerned. I wouldn't automatically rule them out. They have some decent performing models, alot of people are generally happy with them but they are what they are. If it's connectivity and PQ suite you then I say there is no reason not to get one. Some of their models have received some pretty solid Prof. reviews, I would just do my homework on them .

But as I stated in my other post if you are looking to get the best PQ and connectivity for your dollar then I still say the Vizio VO series accomplishes that.

daleb · 05-08-2009, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by SMT

Yeah LG and Sharp and just about every major brands offer high to low end models.

I'm not saying you should avoid them, all I was pointing out is just don't think that because it has Sharp or Sony on the bezel that it is automatically going to be the best. They are nice and decent tv's but just because it has Sony on it doesn't make it automatically better than Vizio or Toshiba. And in many cases Vizio's models such as the VO will perform close to the level of Sony's higher end models. For example Toyota makes Lexus but it also makes a Camry. Camry is a fine car in it's own right but it's no Lexus and just because it's made by Toyota doesn't mean that Lexus and Camry's are going to be on the same level but at the same time doesn't mean the Camry isn't a quality car.
Does that make sense?

As far as Westinghouse and Olevia is concerned. I wouldn't automatically rule them out. They have some decent performing models, alot of people are generally happy with them but they are what they are. If it's connectivity and PQ suite you then I say there is no reason not to get one. Some of their models have received some pretty solid Prof. reviews, I would just do my homework on them .

But as I stated in my other post if you are looking to get the best PQ and connectivity for your dollar then I still say the Vizio VO series accomplishes that.

Actually, I've read a couple of very good reviews of Westinghouse LCD's. Good quality picture for the low price. One was in Widescreen Review which was very in-depth. I would say more negative reviews for Sharp. I've always like Toshiba for customer service and overall reliability. Panny too of course.
Like you said, there's lots of research to do, for me that's part of the fun too. There's never a bad time to learn.

SMT · 05-08-2009, 02:50 PM

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Originally Posted by daleb

Actually, I've read a couple of very good reviews of Westinghouse LCD's. Good quality picture for the low price. One was in Widescreen Review which was very in-depth. I would say more negative reviews for Sharp. I've always like Toshiba for customer service and overall reliability. Panny too of course.
Like you said, there's lots of research to do, for me that's part of the fun too. There's never a bad time to learn.

Yeah I see alot of bad reviews on Sharps as well.

I agree a first the research was very intimidating but watch things started to make sense and you started to understand all the techy TV talk it became soo much fun and very addictive.
I still drive my wife nuts and I've had my TV for over a year now.

jeeves124 · 05-08-2009, 06:43 PM

i recently got a sharp aquos lc32d44u for 500 bucks. very good tv. look at some sharps. there shouldn't be any banding at this size. LOL

anamika · 05-08-2009, 09:00 PM

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Originally Posted by LoDef

This Vizio EcoHD just popped up on Walmart's site and caught my eye. Sure it's 720p, but the price, specs and the claims of energy savings make it appealing to me. Might be one to consider.

This looks very interesting; especially if it lives up to the Eco standard they advertise. Looking forward to comparing it with the VW series for picture quality -- they claim a higher contrast ratio and refresh rate on this model. Thanks for the link, must have just come-out. I had not seen this before.

SMT · 05-08-2009, 09:19 PM

If I'm not mistaken I think the Eco is online only, so I don't think you would be able to compare side by side in the store.

SMT · 05-08-2009, 09:46 PM

I was wrong it is available in stores, I thought it was that white one but they have a newer black VOE , and at that price, WOW.

daleb · 05-08-2009, 09:53 PM

http://www.costco.com/Browse/Product..._-Proscan32LCD

I don't know how they stack up, but great price!

**PFC5** · 05-10-2009, 10:40 PM

I believe Proscan is the higher end line by RCA. I could be wrong though.

LoDef · 05-11-2009, 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by anamika

This looks very interesting; especially if it lives up to the Eco standard they advertise. Looking forward to comparing it with the VW series for picture quality -- they claim a higher contrast ratio and refresh rate on this model. Thanks for the link, must have just come-out. I had not seen this before.

Yeah, it must have just come out. I found a store near me that's listed as having it in stock so I went to check it out. Sadly, there were none on display. I asked an associate about it and he told me they had just got them in and haven't set up the display model yet. I'm really interested in seeing how it compares to the VW. I was almost ready to pull the trigger on the VW until I saw this set.

boaty · 05-11-2009, 09:12 PM

I've heard nothing but great reviews about Vizio's. Great vibrant PQ, features, etc... The price also makes it tough to choose anything else.

DonnyDC · 05-11-2009, 09:56 PM

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Originally Posted by anamika

Any thoughts on 720p vs. 1080p at this size. Does it make much difference in a 32-inch TV?

Depends on the seating distance. For a 32 inch TV Id say you need to sit less than 5' away to get the full benefit.

anamika · 05-12-2009, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by LoDef

Yeah, it must have just come out. I found a store near me that's listed as having it in stock so I went to check it out. Sadly, there were none on display. I asked an associate about it and he told me they had just got them in and haven't set up the display model yet. I'm really interested in seeing how it compares to the VW. I was almost ready to pull the trigger on the VW until I saw this set.

I'm planning to check it out at a local Walmart this evening.

anamika · 05-12-2009, 10:54 AM

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Originally Posted by PFC5

I believe Proscan is the higher end line by RCA. I could be wrong though.

Costco has some mixed reviews on this model. Many buyers complained of a humming noise.

anamika · 05-12-2009, 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by LoDef

Yeah, it must have just come out. I found a store near me that's listed as having it in stock so I went to check it out. Sadly, there were none on display. I asked an associate about it and he told me they had just got them in and haven't set up the display model yet. I'm really interested in seeing how it compares to the VW. I was almost ready to pull the trigger on the VW until I saw this set.

One thing that concerns me about the VW model, there were many comments on the Walmart site about this TV going bad right after the 1-year warranty expired. The ECO model looks very similar to the VW in spec (except the higher contrast and low power consumption), so I wonder if it has some of the same problems.

05-08-2009, 06:43 PM	#19
jeeves124 HD makes me happy. :D Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 67	i recently got a sharp aquos lc32d44u for 500 bucks. very good tv. look at some sharps. there shouldn't be any banding at this size. LOL __________________ My Setup: Sharp Aquos LC32D44U. Xbox 360 Fios Tv

05-08-2009, 09:53 PM	#23
daleb High Definition is the definition of life. Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Clovis, CA Posts: 7,351	http://www.costco.com/Browse/Product..._-Proscan32LCD I don't know how they stack up, but great price! __________________ Samsung PN50A650 plasma, Arcam AVR350, Dali Ikon6 (Vokal2&OnWalls), Outlaw Audio LFM-1EX sub, Anti-Mode 8033B, Oppo Digital BDP-83, Polk XM Tuner, Furman Elite power conditioner

05-10-2009, 10:40 PM	#24
PFC5 Super Moderator Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 28,404	I believe Proscan is the higher end line by RCA. I could be wrong though. __________________ Denon AVR-887 Klipsch RP-5 Pwred Towers (mains) (525 watts peak each 12"Subs) All Klipsch RC-25(ctr),(2)SS1(surr),(2)SS1(rearSurr) Toshiba (2)HD-A20,PS3,BD35 For SACD/DVD-A Samsung HD-841 Panny 50pz80u plasma SETTINGS RCA HD50LPW162 50"DLP w/HD2+ SA 3250HD 47" LCD+Yamaha5790+HD-A1(bedroom) Harmony 680 + (2) 670s (amazing remote/support) Game room with Onkyo receiver & B&W Speakers The_Cable_Game Take the high ground and be happier

05-11-2009, 09:12 PM	#26
boaty High Definition is the definition of life. Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 35	I've heard nothing but great reviews about Vizio's. Great vibrant PQ, features, etc... The price also makes it tough to choose anything else. __________________ http://www.CableTrain.com

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05-08-2009, 09:19 PM	#21
SMT High Definition is the definition of life. Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 307	If I'm not mistaken I think the Eco is online only, so I don't think you would be able to compare side by side in the store.

05-08-2009, 09:46 PM	#22
SMT High Definition is the definition of life. Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 307	I was wrong it is available in stores, I thought it was that white one but they have a newer black VOE , and at that price, WOW.