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Philips PF9831 Series LCD HDTV (37", 42")

Philips PF9831 Series LCD HDTV (37", 42")

104 reviews

May, 2013

Positive
Sound (12)
Image quality (4)
Connectivity (3)
Remote control (3)
Color (2)

Negative
Value for money (29)
Tuner (2)
Usability (1)
Resolution (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 104 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the color and remote control. The connectivity and image quality are also appreciated, whereas some have doubts about the resolution and usability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other TVs the Philips PF9831 Series LCD HDTV (37", 42") is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 87/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by: Robert Heron (pcmag.com)

Get Your Super HDTVs for the Super Bowl

The 42-inch Philips Flat HDTV (42PF9831D/37) commands the viewer's attention with an adaptive lighting system that surrounds the on-screen action with colors to complement the picture. Dubbed "Ambilight Full Surround," this integrated "bias lighting"...

Audio and image file support. Surround lighting system. Minimal image smearing with video containing fast motion

No backlight control. Weak video-noise reduction. Banding (posterization) noted in fine gradients. Video inputs lack discrete picture settings ; Watch the Philips Flat HDTV (42PF9831D/37) Video Review

The Philips Flat HDTV (42PF9831D/37) grabs the viewer's attention with its colorful surround lighting system, but this HDTV's image quality was mediocre compared with other similarly sized displays I've seen.

Oct, 2006

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Philips 42PF9831D

Good picture quality; lots of features; stylish remote; full ambilight

Quirky auto-picture settings; no 1080p support ; only one coaxial input

We believe that Philips is truly starting to up the ante, and the Philips 42PF9831D is probably one of their best TV

Aug, 2006

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Expert review by: Gary Merson (hometheater.com)

Philips 42PF9831D LCD HDTV

The battle of flat-screen technology is heating up, and LCD makers are fighting each other for technological superiority. As we reach the end of 2006, the production of 40-to-42-inch LCDs has grown, while pricing has reached parity with plasma displays...

Dec, 2006

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Expert review by: Gary Merson (hometheatermag.com)

Philips 42PF9831D LCD HDTV

Philips succeeds in their goal of fast response, as the 42PF9831D is currently the largest LCD on the market without motion lag. Despite its shortcomings-some of which are inherent to LCD technology-it's an ideal choice for someone who wants a flat...

Dec, 2006

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Expert review by: Florian Friedrich (televisions.com)

Philips 42 PF 9831

Clean and bright picture; good picture presets; First class features and manufacturing; Integrated "Ambilight" technology makes TV viewing more fun

The contrast is only average; The picture from the analog video inputs is not very sharp; The casing of the 42 PF 9831 is a bit cumbersome

With the 42 PF 9831, Philips has built a truly superb LCD flat-panel TV. The pictures even look good in bright surroundings, but in darkened home-theater conditions it cannot compete with a good plasma in terms of contrast. Additionally, at around...

Feb, 2006

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Consumer review by: (amazon.com)

Amazon review summary for the Philips PF9831 Series LCD HDTV (37", 42")

alaTest has collected and analyzed 19 user reviews of the Philips PF9831 Series LCD HDTV (37", 42") from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

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89% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

May, 2013

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Consumer review by: D. Siders (amazon.com)

Awesome TV, great price!

I had been in the market for a new t.v. for quite sometime. I had wanted to by a HD LCD, but my budget could only handle so much. When I saw the price on this t.v. I immediately purchased it. For this price your not going to do better. The...

Sep, 2007

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Consumer review by: D. Siders (amazon.com)