Best Flat Panel TVs - 40 to 56 inch Screen Size, RF x 1 Rear Input Connectors, 480i (SDTV) Broadcast Format Supported, 720p (HDTV) Broadcast Format Displayed, Virtual Surround Audio Type

'striking, inch-thin panel'

'excellent image quality'

'When it comes right down to it, this TV is a beautiful entertainment system masterpiece.'

'The built-in speakers are sufficient if you're watching a talk show, but not what you want for music or action movies.'

'the menu includes useful and clear explanations.'

'highest resolution HDTV reception'

'We were quite happy with the excellent black level and the correspondeng contrast ratio.'

'very simple yet elegant design'

'exciting Internet and connectivity features'

'four versatile and user friendly HDMI slots'

'The Sony KDL-HX800 series is the company's least expensive to feature 3D compatibility. '

'The Sony KDL-46HX800 was easy to calibrate, as putting it in Cinema mode seemed to put it pretty close to the mark for our calibration standards.'

'The KDL-55HX800 has an MSRP of $3,399.99, but it's now being sold through www.sonystyle.com and other outlets for around $2,800, which is competitive with similarly equipped models from Samsung and LG that are also 3D-ready.'

'The VGA port has also been relocated to the side of the TV which is more convenient given the fact that vga cables protrude quite a bit and can be a problem if the HDTV is mounted on the wall.'