Full Review
Introduction
The Sony KDL-32BX300 ($429 MSRP) is an inexpensive 32-inch LCD television. With a resolution of only 720p, you can immediately identify it as a ‘cheap TV.’ And that it is, at least by price, but the KDL-32BX300 has a few surprises, including some excellent lab test performances.
Editorial Note: This is a review of the Sony Bravia KDL-32BX300. Test results are for this model, but should indicate the general performance of other sizes in the KDL-xxBX300 series. The KDL-xxBX300 series includes the following models: KDL-22BX300 and KDL-32BX300. Read here for more details on series differences.
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Page 1
Tour & Design
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Page 2
Blacks & Whites
Good black level performance. Poor shadow detail. Read More... |
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Color Accuracy
Colors lack shadow detail and peak early. Great color accuracy against the rec. 709 standard. Read More... |
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Motion
Decent motion performance. Some artifacting. Read More... |
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Viewing Effects
Decent array of menu controls. Poor viewing angle. Read More... |
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Calibration
Learn about the calibration settings for the Sony Bravia KDL-32BX300. Read More... |
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Connectivity
All the critical ports you need. Otherwise, a limited selection. Read More... |
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Audio & Menus
Simple menu system. Unremarkable audio performance. Read More... |
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Multimedia & Internet
No internet or multimedia. Read More... |
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Power Consumption
Modest power draw. Read More... |
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Vs Samsung LN32C350
 We compare the KDL-32BX300 to the LN32C350. Read More... |
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Vs Sony KDL-32EX700
 We compare the KDL-32BX300 to the KDL-32EX700. Read More... |
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Vs LG 32LH40
 We compare the KDL-32BX300 to the 32LH40. Read More... |
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Conclusion
Read our final conclusion of the Sony Bravia KDL-32BX300. Read More... |
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Series Comparison
Read about the difference between the models in the KDL-xxBX300 series Read More... |
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Page 16
Photo Gallery
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Part 17
Comments
Read what people are saying about the Sony Bravia KDL-32BX300. Add your comments... |
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