Fantastic contrast ratio
Strong color performance
Crushed blacks mean lost detail in shadows
Poor viewing angle
Introduction
Though not Samsung’s highest-end TV, the Samsung UN46D6500 is quite good, and we’re willing to bet that the special features and improved performance you might get in the more expensive D7000 and D8000 series will be lost on most customers. This LED-edgelit LCD television includes 3D display, built-in WiFi, and possibly the best “smart TV” interface on the market.
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Page 1
Tour & Design
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Page 2
Blacks & Whites
Amazing black level and contrast ratio, but lack of detail in the shadows Read More... |
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Color Accuracy
Strong color performance in most of our tests Read More... |
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Motion
The motion smoothing feature helps reduce artifacts but isn’t best for all situations Read More... |
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3D
These second-gen 3D TVs are a big improvement over last year’s efforts from Samsung Read More... |
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Viewing Effects
Poor viewing angle, like so many prior Samsungs Read More... |
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Calibration
Learn about the calibration settings for the Samsung UN46D6500. Read More... |
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Connectivity
A healthy assortment of “new media” ports, but skimpy on older AV inputs Read More... |
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Audio & Menus
Decent audio, a great menu, and the worst instruction manual we’ve ever seen Read More... |
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Multimedia & Internet
Samsung pulls ahead of the pack with the Smart Hub Read More... |
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Power Consumption
Modest power consumption and lots of eco settings Read More... |
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vs Panasonic Viera TC-P55VT30
 We compare the UN46D6500 to the TC-P55VT30. Read More... |
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vs Sony Bravia KDL-55EX720
 We compare the UN46D6500 to the KDL-55EX720. Read More... |
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vs LG 47LW5600
 We compare the UN46D6500 to the 47LW5600. Read More... |
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Conclusion
Read our final conclusion of the Samsung UN46D6500. Read More... |
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Series Comparison
Read about the difference between the models in the UNxxD6500 series Read More... |
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Photo Gallery
See photos of the Samsung UN46D6500 Read More... |
Part 18
Comments
Read what people are saying about the Samsung UN46D6500. Add your comments... |
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