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Sony KDL-42EX440

Sony KDL-42EX440
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alaScore 87

180 reviews

Jan, 2025

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 180 reviews of Sony KDL-42EX440. The average rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. People really like the design and price. The sound and usability are also mentioned favorably.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Sony KDL-42EX440 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 87/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Sony KDL-42EX440

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 14 user reviews of Sony KDL-42EX440 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk.

86% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Jan, 2025

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Sony KDL-42EX440

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 134 user reviews of Sony KDL-42EX440 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.1/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. People really like the design and sound. The price and usability are also appreciated.

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96% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Jan, 2025

Expert review by : John R. Delaney (pcmag.com)

Sony Bravia KDL-42EX440

 

The Sony Bravia KDL-42EX440 is a 42-inch edge-lit LED HDTV offering good color quality and wide viewing angles. It doesn't get very bright or very dark, and lacks some of the features that come standard on many HDTVs, but its low price is appealing.

Affordable. Accurate colors. Wide viewing angles.

Low contrast ratio. Mediocre black levels. Limited feature set.

Conclusion You won't get a lot of extras with the Sony Bravia KDL-42EX440, but you won't pay a premium price for it either. What you do get is good color performance, relatively wide viewing angles, and a sharp HD picture for around $550. Black levels...

Nov, 2012
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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Sony Refurb

 

I feel like I won the lottery. I bought a refurb 42" Sony and had the usual apprehension when one does that. However, it showed up in the original box in perfect shape. It's working perfectly in my neighbor's house. During the purchase process, I had...

Non

Oct, 2013
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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Excellent DVD Burner - bought in 2005 Aug

 

Would have loved extra cache, except for Plextor no one offers it. Still at this point of time in 2013, we get the same amount of memory.

Still using it, it's 2013 ; I've place it in an external enclosure and use it via USB. After all these years it works like a 'champ'. NEC is the best

None

Aug, 2013
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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Bare-bones Powerhouse!

 

This is a last gen bare bones LED tv. It doesn't have wi-fi and it doesn't have bundled apps, which is exactly what I want. I have a PS3 and PC hooked up to the Bravia...I don't need or want bundled software. If you are looking for a SONY quality,...

Gorgeous LED screen ; Lots of Customization ; Decent Speakers ; NO bloatware or Apps ; Viewing Angles ; 60hz or 120hz

Only 2 HDMI ports ; NO DVI port ; Base/Stand is stationary, it doesn't rotate or pan

Mar, 2013
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Consumer review (sony.com)

Excellant T.V.!

 

I couldn't be happier with this Sony t.v. The picture quality is excellant. The black level is outstanding. And the color is spot on. The details are very clear, even in dark scenes. Sony's Motionflow XR 120 does a great job at reducing motion blur....

Clear, Bright, Life-like picture, good sound quality

Nothing

Jan, 2013
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Consumer review (sony.com)

Gorgeous Picture!!

 

For the money this is an excellent TV. We love the brilliant colours and the perfect sharp picture. We've watched SD Television and its better than on the tube (yes we migrated at last). We watched Blu Ray movies and HD movies and they are amazing on...

Beautiful HD Picture. Bright beautiful colours. Light and thin. Simple to use

Dark scenes show a bit grainy

Dec, 2012
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Consumer review (sony.com)

Great TV

 

Only 42" I could find to fit into our space. Easy ordering. free deleivery on time. Easy setup, run our PS, and Blue ray picture quality outstanding. Easy to use

Easy setup, good sound but we run it through a Bose for best sound, great picture, great style

none

Dec, 2012
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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Nice Set

 

At first I was a little bummed on the picture quality. But I realized that I needed to change my cable box out to a HD cable box. So keep that in mind if like me, this is your first HDTV. Once I installed the HD box the picture was crisp and clear!!!

All as expected. I was concerned when I realized they were shipping through UPS. But the packaging held up and all is well. The set works great and no issues so far

The only thing I have found to be a little disappointing is the sound. BUT.... I also have hearing issues so that might be the real issue. I need a robust sound to hear everything well and I can fix this with a sound system

Dec, 2012
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Consumer review (sony.com)

Great TV, great value

 

Just received the TV a few days ago and I’m really happy. Picture is great. Set-up is simple. Design is elegant. I have been a fan of Sony my whole life. They are a few bucks more than competitors, but totally worth it.

Great picture, east set-up, quality TV

Could use one more HDMI port

Dec, 2012
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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Sony KDL42EX440 - Good one

 

Best picture for the price , as far as I have seen anywhere

1. Crisp Picture ; 2. Clear sound for a slim TV ; 3. Remote Options ; 4. Easy to navigate ; 5. Light Weight

1. Not having more than 2 HDMI outlets is not a problem for me but may be a genaral issue

Dec, 2012
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