Best LCD TV

LG 42LGX

With so many TV manufacturers focusing on the budget conscious consumer, the aesthetic of the viewing experience is often overlooked. The television is the focus of most individuals’ living rooms, increasing the importance of its appeal as a piece of furniture. The LG 42LGX ($1200) recaptures the slick look and feel that a high end TV should provide, and with unique features such as invisible speakers and ambient lighting control, this model provides exceptional quality.

 What's Good:

One of the most prominent features the 42LGX provides is ambient lighting that is controlled by intelligent sensor technology. This provides automatic controls for the TV’s display settings according to the amount of light in the room, leaving you free to enjoy settings that are tweaked for optimum performance without having to adjust anything manually.

The space conscious consumer will also appreciate the thin design of the 42LGX which features a cabinet of less than 2 inches thick. The thinness of the TV is impressive considering the invisible speakers it contains, which provide a surprisingly high quality of sound. As far as competition goes, the Philips 47PFL9732D ($1200) attempts to provide this high standard of aesthetic, but has numerous issues with technical performance such as color balance and image blurring.

What's Bad:

Surprisingly there are no prominent complaints about the LG 42LGX. However, with most of the TV’s appeal focused on novelty and aesthetic, it isn’t going to provide some advanced features, such as picture in picture capability. The Samsung N40A650 ($1400) does provide this feature, but lacks the stylish features of the LG 42LGX.

Why it's the Best:

With the LG 42LGX possessing all the essential features that consumers look for in an LCD, it’s value comes from its unique appearance and presentation  The perfect balance between technical ability and sleek style make the 42LGX the top pick in the LCD category.