Samsung LN-S3251D 32" LCD TV (16:9, 1366x768, 4000:1, HDTV)

Reproduces deep blacks compared to other LCDs'; relatively accurate color; clean image with little false contouring; beautiful styling with gloss finish and swivel stand; picture-in-picture; plenty of connectivity with one PC and two HDMI inputs.

Relatively expensive; minor edge enhancement; no independent input memories.

The 32-inch Samsung LN-S3251D/LN-S3252D may cost more than budget LCDs, but its eye-catching looks and impressive image quality help it pull away from the name-brand LCD pack.