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Samsung PN51E490

Price range:

$647.99 - $829.36

Summary: A 51-inch 3D-capable plasma HDTV from Samsung with 720p resolution, 2 HDMI inputs, and 1 component-video input.

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Type: 46- to 52-inch TVs

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By Martinezj

from Michigan

(44 of 45 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Good TV for the Price

7/29/2012

Pros

Picture

value

Cons

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Comment:

This is a solid TV for a family room. It does not come with all the bells and whistles as other TV's, but has been great for watching TV and movies in HD, plus at a great price. This TV also comes with a pair (2) of 3D glasses that makes watching 3D programming kind of cool. You might be able to get a better picture/sound/3D/Internet etc. but expect to pay for them. I can see why this is a Consumer Reports Best Buy.Overall I am very pleased with this TV.

How long have you owned it:

One-to-three months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

The Samsung PN51E490 is part of the TVs test program at Consumer Reports. The Samsung PN51E490 TVs features and specs include Component-video, Frame rate (Hz), Overall depth (in.), HDMI inputs, Native resolution, Overall width (in.), Overall height (in.), Wi-Fi. In our lab tests, TVs models like the Samsung PN51E490 are reviewed on 3D performance, On-screen menu ease of use, Overall score, Remote ease of use, Sound quality, Versatility, Energy cost/yr. ($), Screen size (in.), HD picture quality, Viewing angle, Display type (Backlight). Consumer Reports subscribers share reviews of the Samsung PN51E490 based on personal experience. The Consumer Reports user reviews of the Samsung PN51E490 include star ratings, pros, cons, best uses, and a bottom line review to help guide your purchasing decision of the Samsung PN51E490.

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