Samsung LE-M87 Series LCD TV (32",37",40",46",52") Expert Reviews

alaTest has collected and analyzed 460 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the connectivity. The menu also impresses, but many are less positive about the energy efficiency.

Connectivity, Menu, Screen, Color

Energy efficiency, Remote control, Tuner, Sound

Reviewers rate this product 87/100. We analyzed these ratings, the product age and more factors. Compared to other TVs, the Samsung LE-M87 Series LCD TV (32",37",40",46",52") is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 92/100 = Excellent quality.

The LE40M87 is another fantastic value TV from Samsung, which has an enviable knack of producing TVs that hit all the sweet spots. This manages to boast a pretty design, a 40-inch screen, a 1080p display and three HDMI inputs -- all for £800. It's a ...

Styling ; picture quality ; ease of use ; connectivity

Sound is weak and unimpressive ; remote control is slow to respond

If you want a 1080p screen at a remarkably low price, this is probably the TV for you. It's a good performer and beautifully designed. It has a few annoying quirks, but it's a solid LCD television

The Samsung LE52M87BD is a 52-inch 1080p LCD TV which has strikingly good picture quality. Black levels are deep and convincing and the set delivers rich and vibrant colours. Hi-def reproduction has clarity and definition and the set looks fantastic ...

Black levels are outstanding by LCD standards ; beautifully designed ; connections are second to none

Occasional motion-handling issues

Although some relatively minor issues when it comes to handling motion mean there's still room for Samsung to improve, the LE52M87BD is overall a pretty sensational LCD package that certainly gives rival plasma screens something to think about. Well ...

- We all like big don't we, big cars, big houses, so why not big TVs? Well that's what Samsung is hoping with its whopping 52-inch LCD television as apart of its Bordeaux range. But does it impress? We get watching to find out.

Size, screen, 3 HDMI slots

Poor broadcast picture quality really shows up, dust attracts to it like a fly to you know what

The M87 is a very good television let down by non HD quality signals

Samsung's trademark gloss black finish and taste for subtle curves extends to 52in extremely well

Great Pictures ; Loaded with features and connections ; Gorgeous looks

Motion handling issues ; Tendency for noise

The best summary of the LE52M87BD's performance is 'mostly spectacular but occasionally flawed'. However, with its sumptuous looks and its extra cost over similar-sized plasma screens being mostly justified by its resolution and features, it's a TV ...

If you're looking for a TV which has style at its core, you have to consider one from Samsung. And the brand's new flagship LCD TV, the 52in LE‑52M87BD, certainly fits that bill

Freeview Playback system works well, Good 720p image, Good value, Impressive features, Easy to use, All the features you could ask for, Excellent performance, Great build and handles well, Good value considering its pedigree, Great pictures, Loaded ...

Black levels could be better, Limited viewing angle, Can't record two digital channels, Motion handling issues, Tendency for noise

Jaw-dropping pictures and an outstanding features count to match

Generally good pictures, great price, well designed, excellent connections and feature count

Motion blur, some of the picture options are flawed

AKA 'The Tulip' TV

1080p; Good for games; Triple HDMIs

Shabby build; Noisy picture at times

Good with quality HD sources, but otherwise disappointing

Fragger's best friend.

Full HD 1080p screen, Excellent for gaming, Three HDMIs ,

If you want decent picture quality and a great set of features for less than 800, check this LCD TV out.

Although we ended on a little run of negatives, it really doesn't make sense for us to get too churlish about the LE40M87BD. For the simple fact remains that it's a superbly well-featured TV that also happens to produce frequently excellent 40in LCD ...