The Samsung LN32A450 is a 32-inch LCD HDTV that's available for as little as $600, making it an attractive options as an entry-level HDTV for many. Although it qualifies as a high definition television it has a lower 720p resolution than the highest resolution 1080p televisions that are currently available, not uncommon amongst smaller HDTVs. We did not find that this had a significant impact on the Samsung LN32A450's performance. In fact we were pleasantlly surprised at how well the HDTV performed in many of our tests.

The JVC LT-32P679 is a 32-inch, entry-level LCD HDTV, available for as little as $600. As befits an entry-level television the JVC LT-32P679 does make some compromises. The 720p resolution is lower than higher-end 1080p sets, for example. Still, it's in the prime price range for those who are looking to pick up their first HDTV for a reasonable price. The question is whether that price hides fatal flaws or a great value.

The Vizio SV470XVT is an entry-level 47-inch LCD HDTV. Available for around $1400 it sports some high-end features like 120Hz refresh rate. We found the Vizio SV470XVT performed admirably in most of our tests and should represent a good value for most people looking for a budget TV in this size range.

Priced at around $1900, the LN46A750 is a mid-range 46-inch LCD TV. But it's definitely not mid-range in performance terms; we were very impressed with the image quality and the features that this stylish TV offers.