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Samsung LN-A550 Series LCD HDTV (32", 37", 40", 46", 52") Expert Reviews

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Product Age old Average review date: November  8, 2008 new

Rank 453 

alaSCORE 88

1841 reviews

July, 2010

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Review summary for the Samsung LN-A550 Series LCD HDTV (32", 37", 40", 46", 52")

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1841 reviews from magazines and websites. People really like the image quality. The design is also appreciated, but many are less positive about the sound.

Experts rate this product 78/100 and users 89/100. We analyzed these ratings, the product age and more factors. Compared to other TVs the Samsung LN-A550 Series LCD HDTV (32", 37", 40", 46", 52") is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 89/100 = Very good quality.

July, 2010

alaSCORE 88

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Samsung LN46A550

By David Katzmaier

We arranged our comparison of the Samsung LN46A550 against a few other 1080p LCDs we had on-hand, including the Sony KDL-46W4100 and KDL-46Z4100, Samsung's own LN52A650 and the Vizio SV470XVT, along with a pair of plasmas, the Panasonic...

August, 2008

 

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Samsung LN46A550

By David Katzmaier

Accurate color ; reproduces relatively deep black levels ; extensive picture adjustments include fine color temperature controls ; solid connectivity with three HDMI inputs and one PC input ; simple, unassuming external appearance

Minor uniformity issues ; so-so standard-definition processing

The midlevel Samsung LN46A550 LCD HDTV strikes an excellent balance between price and performance.

We arranged our comparison of the Samsung LN46A550 against a few other 1080p LCDs we had on-hand, including the Sony KDL-46W4100 and KDL-46Z4100, Samsung's own LN52A650 and the Vizio SV470XVT, along with a pair of plasmas, the Panasonic...

August, 2008

 

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Samsung LN32A550 review

By CNET staff

CNET did not review the Samsung LN32A550, but we did review a larger model in the series.

Although CNET did not review the 32-inch Samsung LN32A550 we did review the 46-inch Samsung LN46A550. Judging from their specification sheets the two Samsung flat-panel LCDs are basically identical but for screen size, so we expect the review of...

August, 2008

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Samsung LN32A550

Although CNET did not review the 32-inch Samsung LN32A550 we did review the 46-inch Samsung LN46A550. Judging from their specification sheets the two Samsung front-panel LCDs are basically identical but for screen size, so we expect the review of...

August, 2008

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Samsung LN37A550 review

CNET did not review the Samsung LN37A550, but we did review a larger model in the series.

Although CNET did not review the 37-inch Samsung LN37A550 we did review the 46-inch Samsung LN46A550. Judging from their specification sheets the two Samsung flat-panel LCDs are basically identical but for screen size, so we expect the review of...



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Samsung LN40A550 review

CNET did not review the Samsung LN40A550, but we did review a larger model in the series.

Although CNET did not review the 40-inch Samsung LN40A550 we did review the 46-inch Samsung LN46A550. Judging from their specification sheets the two Samsung flat-panel LCD TVs are basically identical but for screen size, so we expect the review...



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Samsung LN52A550 review

CNET did not review the Samsung LN52A550, but we did review a smaller model in the series.

Although CNET did not review the 52-inch Samsung LN52A550 we did review the 46-inch Samsung LN46A550. Judging from their specification sheets the two Samsung flat-panel LCDs are basically identical but for screen size, so we expect the review of...



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LN37A550

By Lincoln Spector

The $935 (as of April 22, 2009) Samsung LN37A550 is a good choice for someone seeking an adequate, not-too-expensive 37-inch HDTV that requires minimal setup. The input connections are easy to get to, the on-screen menus are well designed and helpful, ...

Well-designed remote control USB-based multimedia

Poor audio quality

Samsung added picture-in-picture to this television, but the feature is severely limited. The remote lacks a PiP button, so you have to go to the main menu for access. And PiP works only with an outside source (such as a DVD or Blu-ray player) in the ...

In our image-quality tests, judges tended to give the LN37A550 middle-of-the-pack scores. Most troubling, we saw vibration artifacts in our NASCAR and Mission: Impossible III (Chapter 7) test clips--a symptom that the LN37A550 was struggling to...

May, 2009

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Samsung LN52A550

By Robert Heron

Samsung's 2008 HDTV lineup got off to a good start with the impressive picture quality and network media features offered by company's Series 7 LCD TVs. The LN52A750 won our Editors' Choice. But some shoppers might want to forgo the Series 7's glossy ...

Excellent contrast and HD video processing. Comprehensive picture controls. Backlit remote and swivel stand

Displays some smearing in fast-motion scenes. Some advanced picture settings lack fine control. Inconsistent color tracking ; Watch the Samsung LN52A550 Video Review

The Samsung LN52A550's matte-finished screen delivers a detailed HD picture, but stumbles in some fast-motion scenes. And color consistency within the darkest picture details is lacking when compared with that of the competition.

The 52-inch LN52A550 ($2,999.99 list) delivers an exceptionally well-contrasted 1080p picture, as well as effective HD video processing for superb picture detail with a minimum of distracting artifacts, all for $1,000 less than the cost of the......

July, 2008

 

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Samsung LN46A550 46-Inch LCD HDTV

This all-around excellent TV is easy to use and a delight to the eyes.

Fantastic picture ; Menus and remote are easy to use

Badly designed documentation

The result is a well-rounded HDTV that does virtually everything you want it to. At its price, it stands out as a clear winner

Before You BuyHow to Buy an HDTVHow to Buy a Rear-Projection TVTop 40- and 42-Inch HDTVsTop 50- and 52-Inch HDTVsTop 46- and 47-Inch HDTVsGot a Hot Tip? It's hard to find fault with Samsung's LN46A550 ($1700, as of November 4, 2008). This LCD...

May, 2008

 

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