Full Review
Introduction
The Samsung LN46C530 is a TV of modest ambitions, and we reward its humbleness. There’s no streaming content or 3D or any of that. It just displays a picture.. and it does the job pretty well.
Editorial Note: This is a review of the Samsung LN46C530. Test results are for this model, but should indicate the general performance of other sizes in the LNxxC530 series. The LNxxC530 series includes the following models: LN32C530, LN37C530, LN40C530, LN46C530 and LN52C530. Read here for more details on series differences.
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Page 1
Tour & Design
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Page 2
Blacks & Whites
Great contrast ratio, but there’s little actual detail in the shadows. Read More... |
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Color Accuracy
Smooth color curves. Read More... |
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Motion
A mediocre motion performance, but the TV is great at resolution scaling. Read More... |
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Viewing Effects
A terrible viewing angle. Read More... |
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Calibration
Learn about the calibration settings for the Samsung LN46C530. Read More... |
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Connectivity
Relatively few ports, but everything a basic home theater setup needs. Read More... |
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Audio & Menus
The audio performance is merely passable, but the menus and manual are great. Read More... |
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Multimedia & Internet
A USB port for local media playback, but no streaming content or DLNA support. Read More... |
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Power Consumption
A modest power consumption. Read More... |
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Vs Toshiba 40G300U
 We compare the LN46C530 to the 40G300U. Read More... |
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Vs Samsung PN50C550
 We compare the LN46C530 to the PN50C550. Read More... |
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Vs Sony KDL-40EX400
 We compare the LN46C530 to the KDL-40EX400. Read More... |
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Conclusion
Read our final conclusion of the Samsung LN46C530. Read More... |
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Series Comparison
Read about the difference between the models in the LNxxC530 series Read More... |
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Page 16
Photo Gallery
See photos of the Samsung LN46C530 Read More... |
Part 17
Comments
Read what people are saying about the Samsung LN46C530. Add your comments... |
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