32-inch hi-def LCDs with Freeview
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Round-up by: Guy Cocker
Last updated: 02 Dec 2005
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 Loewe Concept L32 |
 Samsung LE32R41BD |
 Sony Bravia KDL-S32A12U |
 Sharp LC32GD1E |
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| Review date | 26 Oct 05 | 31 Oct 05 | 10 Oct 05 | 3 Jun 05 |
| Editors' rating |
8.6
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8.0
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8.0
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7.7
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| Price range | £1,600 | £950 | £1,150 | £2,200 |
| Review summary | Loewe's Concept L32 is a rarity -- a style-influenced product that performs as well as it looks. Its unique operational system might be frustrating, but picture and sound performance is ultimately outstanding. And a £300 fall in price means it's surprisingly affordable, too Read full review |
Everyone likes a bargain, and Samsung's LE32R41BD is perhaps the best of the year. It wraps a Freeview tuner, high-definition compatibility and a very solid picture in one gorgeously modern chassis, while not skimping on picture quality or features Read full review |
Sony's KDL-S32A12U offers all you could ask from an entry-level LCD TV. Stylish looks are accompanied by an inexpensive price tag and future-proof features that newcomers will find easy to use. Only the calibre of analogue TV pictures can be questioned, but digitally you won't be disappointed Read full review |
Sharp's LCD TVs are considered the best in the world, and while the range runs all the way up to 45-inches, this 32-inch model combines a decent-size screen with real-world pricing. If picture quality is your primary concern when buying a TV, then you can't do any better. This strength is backed up by classy styling, integrated Freeview, and a media box that has all the connections you could ever wish for Read full review |
| User rating |  9.0 |
 8.0 |
8.0 |
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| Product Type | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD |
| Diagonal size | 32 in. | 32 in. | 32 in. | 32 in. |
| Image aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Resolution | 1366 x 768 pixels | 1366 x 768 pixels | 1366 x 720 pixels | 1366 x 768 pixels |
| Image contrast ratio | 800:1 | 800:1 | n/a | 800:1 |
| Screen brightness | 450 cd/m2 | 500 cd/m2 | n/a | 450 cd/m2 |
| Speakers included | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Dual TV Tuner | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| Sky High Definition compatible | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Full specification | Full specification | Full specification | Full specification |
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