Sony Bravia E5500 (KDL-32E5500) review

What you need to know

Reviewed by: Alex Jennings

Reviewed on: 7 August 2009

Tags: Sony, Sony Bravia E5500 (KDL-32E5500), excellent picture quality, picture quality, screensavers

We like:

Generally good pictures; impressive level of multimedia support; attractive design if you like that kind of thing

We don't like:

The 100Hz engine isn't particularly effective; pictures occasionally glow; too expensive

Also known as:

Sony Bravia KDL32E5500

CNET UK judgement:

Taken in isolation, the Sony Bravia KDL-32E5500 is a very appealing TV, thanks to its startling looks, good performance and immense array of features. But, when you realise it's actually little more than a dressed-up version of Sony's significantly cheaper Bravia KDL-32W5500, its price becomes hard to stomach

Full review:

In a market dominated by minimalist, black designs, Sony clearly feels there's room for something different -- something like the 32-inch, 1080p Bravia KDL-32E5500 LCD TV, with its striking glossy white inner bezel and black outer frame. Its extravagant design is just the tip of a rather charming iceberg, but, at about £900, is it really worth its premium price compared to other less exotic-looking TVs in Sony's range? Continue Reading...