Big Screen LCD and Plasma HDTVs (40+ Inches)

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Brand-name TVs that you can trust
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Cutting Edge TVs that will make your jaw drop

LG 42" LCD Television

Sony 40" LCD Television

from $869.77 from $1,797.00
  • Nice Specs: 1080p and a 120 Hz refresh rate are common this year, and really, it's the sweet spot of price to performance.
  • Netcast: Other web-ready TVs have Amazon or Blockbuster video on demand, but this LG connects with the godfather: Netflix! Also connects to YouTube and other popular services.
  • Lightning-Fast Refresh Rate: The 240 Hz Motionflow technology is sharp -- maybe excessively sharp, but you can brag about this cutting-edge feature when your friends are over for the game.
  • Internet-Ready: Comes with built-in BRAVIA Internet Video capabilities that let you enjoy thousands of on-demand movies, TV shows, music and more.

TVs We Considered But Didn't Pick

40-inch LED

Samsung UN40B6000

Grade: A
What Does This Grade Mean: A
A is for excellent above-average televisions, typically a newer set that has lots of great buying opportunities and high ratings from users. All of our "top picks" should be considered A+ televisions.
B is given to strong TVs that have some standout features, worthy of a second look.
C means that these TVs are weaker, probably with mediocre owner reviews, and are getting a little too old to be considered.
D & F indicates that this TV is most likely older or out-of-date, and most likely has very few buying opportunities. We suggest you avoid purchasing these sets.
from $1,088.18

46-inch LED

Samsung UN46B8000

Grade: A
What Does This Grade Mean: A
A is for excellent above-average televisions, typically a newer set that has lots of great buying opportunities and high ratings from users. All of our "top picks" should be considered A+ televisions.
B is given to strong TVs that have some standout features, worthy of a second look.
C means that these TVs are weaker, probably with mediocre owner reviews, and are getting a little too old to be considered.
D & F indicates that this TV is most likely older or out-of-date, and most likely has very few buying opportunities. We suggest you avoid purchasing these sets.
from $1,699.00

42-inch Plasma

Panasonic TC-P42G10

Grade: A
What Does This Grade Mean: A
A is for excellent above-average televisions, typically a newer set that has lots of great buying opportunities and high ratings from users. All of our "top picks" should be considered A+ televisions.
B is given to strong TVs that have some standout features, worthy of a second look.
C means that these TVs are weaker, probably with mediocre owner reviews, and are getting a little too old to be considered.
D & F indicates that this TV is most likely older or out-of-date, and most likely has very few buying opportunities. We suggest you avoid purchasing these sets.
from $787.56

40-inch LED

Samsung UN40B7000

Grade: A
What Does This Grade Mean: A
A is for excellent above-average televisions, typically a newer set that has lots of great buying opportunities and high ratings from users. All of our "top picks" should be considered A+ televisions.
B is given to strong TVs that have some standout features, worthy of a second look.
C means that these TVs are weaker, probably with mediocre owner reviews, and are getting a little too old to be considered.
D & F indicates that this TV is most likely older or out-of-date, and most likely has very few buying opportunities. We suggest you avoid purchasing these sets.
from $1,266.98

42-inch LCD

Toshiba 42ZV650U

Grade: B+
What Does This Grade Mean: B+
A is for excellent above-average televisions, typically a newer set that has lots of great buying opportunities and high ratings from users. All of our "top picks" should be considered A+ televisions.
B is given to strong TVs that have some standout features, worthy of a second look.
C means that these TVs are weaker, probably with mediocre owner reviews, and are getting a little too old to be considered.
D & F indicates that this TV is most likely older or out-of-date, and most likely has very few buying opportunities. We suggest you avoid purchasing these sets.
from $744.99

Philips 42PFL6704D

Grade: C
What Does This Grade Mean: C
A is for excellent above-average televisions, typically a newer set that has lots of great buying opportunities and high ratings from users. All of our "top picks" should be considered A+ televisions.
B is given to strong TVs that have some standout features, worthy of a second look.
C means that these TVs are weaker, probably with mediocre owner reviews, and are getting a little too old to be considered.
D & F indicates that this TV is most likely older or out-of-date, and most likely has very few buying opportunities. We suggest you avoid purchasing these sets.
from $812.90

40-inch LCD

Samsung LN-40A550

Grade: C
What Does This Grade Mean: C
A is for excellent above-average televisions, typically a newer set that has lots of great buying opportunities and high ratings from users. All of our "top picks" should be considered A+ televisions.
B is given to strong TVs that have some standout features, worthy of a second look.
C means that these TVs are weaker, probably with mediocre owner reviews, and are getting a little too old to be considered.
D & F indicates that this TV is most likely older or out-of-date, and most likely has very few buying opportunities. We suggest you avoid purchasing these sets.
from $714.88

42-inch LCD

LG 42LG50

Grade: C-
What Does This Grade Mean: C-
A is for excellent above-average televisions, typically a newer set that has lots of great buying opportunities and high ratings from users. All of our "top picks" should be considered A+ televisions.
B is given to strong TVs that have some standout features, worthy of a second look.
C means that these TVs are weaker, probably with mediocre owner reviews, and are getting a little too old to be considered.
D & F indicates that this TV is most likely older or out-of-date, and most likely has very few buying opportunities. We suggest you avoid purchasing these sets.
from $1,211.00
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