Samsung LA / LE / LN B550 Series LCD HDTV (32", 37", 40", 46", 52")

Samsung LA / LE / LN B550 Series LCD HDTV (32", 37", 40", 46", 52")
alaScore 94

2428 reviews

May, 2013

alaTest has collected and analyzed 2428 reviews from magazines and websites. People really like the image quality and value for money. The glare and sound are also appreciated, whereas the reliability and energy efficiency get mixed reviews.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other TVs the Samsung LA / LE / LN B550 Series LCD HDTV (32", 37", 40", 46", 52") is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 94/100 = Excellent quality.

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Samsung LN46D550

 

To judge from the LND630 we checked out earlier and the LND550 reviewed here, Samsung's low-end LCDs are pretty dang good. These non-LED-based models managed deeper black levels than like-priced competitors, and largely avoid the uniformity problems...

The inexpensive Samsung LND550 series evinced good performance for an entry-level non-LED-TV, with deep black levels and ample shadow detail. Its screen was quite uniform, and the matte finish is a boon in bright rooms. Its styling is among the best in...

Color accuracy on the LND550 series was worse than most of its entry-level competition. Unlike some 60Hz LCDs we've tested, it didn't handle 1080p/24 cadence properly

The Samsung LND550's mix of features, style and picture quality stands tall among the tough entry-level LCD TV crowd.

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Samsung LN46D550

 

The Samsung LN46D550 ($899 MSRP) is a 1080p LCD that boasts good picture quality and DLNA support. It's a versatile display with great design that has only a couple discordant features. Editorial Note:This is a review of the Samsung LN46D550. Test...

The LN46D550 is a competitive 1080p LCD release by Samsung for this year. At an $899 MSRP, it lacks online streaming, but has DLNA support to go along with its Ethernet port and optional WiFi.

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Samsung PN58B550 Plasma HDTV First Impressions Review - Intro

 

The PN58B550 is a member of Samsung's 5 series of plasma HDTVs, which are near the bottom end of Samsung's 2009 range of plasmas, both in terms of features and price. Based around the same plasma panel as last year's model, this 58-incher is also...

The PN58B550 is at the bottom of the scale in terms of features, but this is also likely to be reflected in price. We don't have any details on pricing yet, but it is likely to be significantly cheaper than the Series 7 and 8 plasma models that Samsung...

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Samsung PN51E550D1F 3D Plasma HDTV

 

They aren't always ours, either, but when Samsung offered us the chance to have a look at its $1,200, 51-inch (diagonal) PN51E550D1F plasma, we couldn't resist. That may be a lot of green for a public that once considered $300 a fair price for a new...

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Samsung PN51E550D1F 3D Plasma HDTV

 

You don't often hear this from your friendly neighborhood white-van salesmen; they're more into selling cardboard speakers. $1,200 HDTVs, no matter how good, just aren't their thing.

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Best value 40-inch LCD TV

 

Experts and users say that the 40-inch Samsung LN40D550 provides solid picture performance and just enough features to keep things interesting. Picture quality is very good, highlighted by excellent screen uniformity -- a rarity among LCD TVs...

Good color, good uniformity, can stream movies, music and photos from a computer, good value

Dynamic backlight dimming can't be turned off, picture quality not quite as good as on more expensive sets, no 3D, no Internet streaming

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Samsung LN46D550

 

A scientific, in-depth analysis with side-by-side comparisons

The LN46D550 is a competitive 1080p LCD release by Samsung for this year. At an $899 MSRP, it lacks online streaming, but has DLNA support to go along with its Ethernet port and optional WiFi.

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Samsung PN63C550 Review – 63-inch Plasma HDTV

 

The Samsung PN63C550 is the ‘big daddy' in the 550 Series, and is a 1080p Plasma HDTV.

It’s hard to go wrong with a television that has so much going for it. If you buy a Samsung PN63C550, you won’t be disappointed.

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Samsung LN37C550 Review – 37-inch LCD HDTV

 

Samsung has produced a few basic LCD sets to suit the pocket of a section of the consumers. Although these models don't have any eye catching features, yet they are well equipped to function as complete entertainment avenues as far as watching regular...

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Samsung LN40C550 Review – 40-inch LCD HDTV

 

With the introduction of LED TVs in a big way this year, LCD TVs have become slightly outdated and so a lot more affordable. For people who had been saving to buy an LCD TV since its inception, the lowering of prices seems very fortunate and they are...

The 4 HDMI can perk things up a bit. Being able to watch the latest movies on the Blu-ray player and play interactive computer games on the gaming console can increase your entertainment options. Although there is no Internet access feature in this TV,...

Product Specifications

Step up to the power of Full HD on a 52-inch LCD screen, with Samsung's LN52B550. The amazing 1080p resolution - the highest available - with wide color enhancer renders the most crisp vivid tones, in every frame for the most realistic picture quality. Black tones and shadows are strikingly superb, thanks to the 70,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio. The attractive Touch of Color design - a red accent at the bezel's edge - lights up any room. A fast 6ms response time offers smooth, clear action. Watch or listen to files from your favorite media player, using the USB 2.0 input. Connecting your DVD, cable or satellite HD box, or Blu-ray Disc player is a snap, with four HDMI inputs. And thanks to SRS TruSurround HD technology, all the HD excitement sounds as incredible as it looks.

Audio System

Sound Output Mode:Stereo
Speakers Included:2 speakers
Surround Mode: Yes

Dimensions & Weight

Depth:10.8in/10in/12in/9.4in
Height:22.4in/25.9in/26.6in/30.3in/33.6in
Weight:27.8lbs/35.3lbs/39.7lbs/51.1lbs/63.3lbs
Width:31.3in/36.1in/38.7in/44.1in/49.6in

DVD

Type: None

Environmental Standards

ENERGY STAR Qualified: Yes
EPA Energy Star Compliant: Yes

Header

Manufacturer:Samsung
Model:LN32B550/LN37B550/LN40B550/LN46B550/LN52B550
Product Line:Samsung

Miscellaneous

Color:Piano black / Red flame

Service & Support

Type:1 year warranty

Television

Diagonal Size:32in/37in/40in/46in/52in
Diagonal Size (cm):101cm/102cm/117cm/132cm/94cm
Digital Television Certification:HDTV
Display Format:1080p (FullHD)
Dynamic Contrast Ratio:70000:1
HDCP Compatible: Yes
HDMI Ports Qty:4
HDTV Ready: Yes
Image Aspect Ratio:16:9
LCD Backlight Technology:Wide Color Gamut-CCFL
Parental Channel Lock: Yes
PC Interface:VGA (HD-15)
Progressive Scan:Progressive scanning (line doubling)
Resolution:1920 x 1080
Technology:TFT active matrix
Type:LCD TV
Video Interface:Component / Composite / HDMI
Widescreen:Widescreen

TV Tuner

Digital TV Tuner:ATSC / QAM
HDTV Tuner: Yes
Secondary Audio Program (SAP): Yes
TV Tuner Presence: Yes