Typical price: £1,600
What is it: 42-inch 1080p LCD TV with Ambilight system
What we think: A very impressive high-end TV with a superb picture, excellent sound and the added bonus of Ambilight
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Philips Cineos 42PFL9703 compared to other LCD televisions
 Philips Cineos 42PFL9703 |
 Philips Cineos 52PFL9632D |
 Sony Bravia KDL-40W2000 |
 Philips 32PF9731D |
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| Review date | 6 Aug 08 | 21 Nov 07 | 27 Nov 06 | 24 Jan 07 |
| Editor's rating |
8.5
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9.3
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9.3
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9.1
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| Price range | £1,600 | |||
| Review summary | This is the most impressive Philips TV we've seen for some time. The picture and sound quality are both excellent and the Ambilight is an improvement over the older two strip version. It does add to the movie experience, although perhaps not enough to warrant the high price tag Read full review |
If big, beautiful hi-def pictures are what you're after, this 52-incher delivers the goods. Bold but realistic colours, strong black levels and the smoothest motion we've seen on an LCD, married with good connectivity and design, make this one of the finest big screen flat panels around Read full review |
Sony's KDL-40W2000 has set a new benchmark for large screen displays. The full 1080p specification is equipped for the future while LCD image quality has never looked this good Read full review |
Philips' 32PF9731D sets a new benchmark for LCD technology. You'll have to pay for the privilege of class-leading design and performance but you won't be left feeling short-changed Read full review |
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