Compxpert Posted October 7, 2009 Posted October 7, 2009 I have the samsung TOC 24" monitor on my main rig and like it also. I think I will go look at the TVs live at bestbuy playing side by side to see which has the better pictures... I wish they made it in a 30" I would certainly sell off my TV to offset the cost for a 30" monitor that can double as a tv. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waco Posted October 7, 2009 Posted October 7, 2009 You have that backwards, most of the full-array LED TVs have a cheaper price and the edge-lit ones, like Sony and Samsung, are damn expensive. The only brands currently making full-array LED TVs are Sharp and LG, both of which aren't that expensive at all. They aren't as thin as edge-lit, but have a much better looking picture and still put off less heat and use less energy than regular CCFL LCD TVs. Samsung will be coming out with their full-arrays real soon, if they aren't hitting retailers already in time for the holidays. If you're looking for a good TV set to go with, I'll suggest the Sharp Aquos LC32LE700UN 32" 1080p 120hz full-array LED LCD TV or LG 32LH40 32" 1080p 120hz LCD TV. Both of which cost under 1,000 USD and would be perfect for anything you want to use it for. The LG is not an LED backlit one, but its still one of the better ones to go with in that size. For their LED backlit, you'd have to jump up to 42" which will add more onto the cost. But the Sharp 32" is perfect and damn cheap for being a full-array LED. Oh wow, I must be tired. Sorry about that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desktop-pro Posted October 7, 2009 Posted October 7, 2009 I would say go plasma but they start at 42". I hear good things about Samsung LCD's. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
spectrascope Posted October 7, 2009 Posted October 7, 2009 (edited) I wish they made it in a 30" I would certainly sell off my TV to offset the cost for a 30" monitor that can double as a tv. They make one close http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx...N82E16824001281 that or just a 30" monitor and an external tuner and hook up to a spare port should have plenty at 30" for the latter see http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx...N82E16824176071 and this only if you not have a cable box/dvr already http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx...N82E16882610006 and you might also want and hdmi to dvi cable Edited October 7, 2009 by spectrascope Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
road-runner Posted October 7, 2009 Posted October 7, 2009 I would say go plasma but they start at 42". I hear good things about Samsung LCD's. Been reading up on those and they burn in, people are saying no not anymore but I saw a guy that has a new one and he said it burned in, some people say they have to broke in with a moving screen for so many hrs then its ok, I decided to not get a plasma myself... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waco Posted October 7, 2009 Posted October 7, 2009 Been reading up on those and they burn in, people are saying no not anymore but I saw a guy that has a new one and he said it burned in, some people say they have to broke in with a moving screen for so many hrs then its ok, I decided to not get a plasma myself... Plasmas in the past few years don't have any more burn in problems than LCD sets. :shrug: You can force them to burn in if you crank the contrast all the way up and leave a static image on them for hours and hours every day...but you can also get rid of that ghosting by running it through a special cycle built into the TV. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bp9801 Posted October 7, 2009 Posted October 7, 2009 Plasmas in the past few years don't have any more burn in problems than LCD sets. :shrug: You can force them to burn in if you crank the contrast all the way up and leave a static image on them for hours and hours every day...but you can also get rid of that ghosting by running it through a special cycle built into the TV. I'm not sure if they still do, but in the early days of plasma TVs Samsung would actually send you a DVD that had a black screen run for about 3 hours to get rid of any burn in. It was a nice gesture by them, but I don't know if they are still giving it out. Most plasmas do have that setting built in now so its nearly moot... but I still won't get a plasma because of the problems reported to me when I use to sell them. Plus well, the glass screen reflects every image and I don't need to be looking at myself when I'm trying to watch football or play a game. As to the life cycle of LCD TVs, I know it was asked earlier, but generally they can last for 10 years with proper usage and maintenance. Just make sure to clean out any dust from the vents to keep them from overheating and you should be good for a long time. My LCD is right at 3 years old and its still just as good as the day I bought it. And yes, its a Samsung lol. My brother has a Sony Bravia KDL-40L4000, 40" screen and 1080p, that he got as a Christmas gift to himself two years ago and hasn't had an issue as well. I think its the L4000, it may be the S4000, but either way he's had it for about 2 years now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ciddono Posted October 7, 2009 Posted October 7, 2009 Plus well, the glass screen reflects every image and I don't need to be looking at myself when I'm trying to watch football or play a game. This is why we went with an LCD. Our living room has a good amount of sunlight shine in. Room placement became the deciding factor for us, and LCD was more viable than plasma. We went with a Vizio 47" 120hz. I know Vizio is 2nd tier, but it was still quite a lot of TV/features for the money. Plus, we splurged and got a very nice stand, and the 47" happens to align perfectly with the width of the stand. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silverfox Posted October 7, 2009 Posted October 7, 2009 If you intend to use your PC on your new TV, plasma isn't advisable; LCD is preferred. If you are a 'darker blacks' whore, plasma might be up your alley. However, LCD's are far better at black reproduction than ever before. I have a 'previous gen' Samsung LE40A686 40" LCD (50k:1, 1080p 100Hz etc) and the blacks are really excellent. It has a glossy panel, but boy does it look nice. Your best bet is to go and look at some in a store that pumps out proper 1080p pcitures to their panels. Do you need 100Hz? How many HDMI ports? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waco Posted October 7, 2009 Posted October 7, 2009 (edited) Your best bet is to go and look at some in a store that pumps out proper 1080p pcitures to their panels. Do you need 100Hz? How many HDMI ports? Eh, I've never been to a store that didn't have every single set on "torch" mode to make them stand out. The real truth is you can buy pretty much anything from any company and tweak it to look pretty good. Buy the feature set you want from a name brand and you won't be dissapointed. Edited October 7, 2009 by Waco Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silverfox Posted October 7, 2009 Posted October 7, 2009 'Torch' mode? I presume you mean the preset that makes them look absurd? We've got a few specialist retailers here who will demonstrate SD/HD etc at your wish. Though there are some panels still being sold (cheaply) that are nowhere near as decent as the newer ones, albeit they are still fairly decent. Sticking with a decent name obviously pays dividends. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waco Posted October 7, 2009 Posted October 7, 2009 'Torch' mode? I presume you mean the preset that makes them look absurd? Yep. I've never been to a store that didn't have contrast/brightness/etc all cranked to make the picture stand out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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