Full Review
Introduction
What we have here is Sony’s budget buy for 2011. This model has been stripped of advanced features like internet and 3D, the focus of this year’s TV technology, so you can add a secondary television to your home for a reduced price. The Sony Bravia KDL-32BX320 ($400 MSRP) gives an all-around decent performance for an entry-level set, showing some difficulties with motion processing and a less than ideal contrast ratio. Throughout the review, we compare this model to three other inexpensive models by top brands to see which is really worth your conspicuous consumption.
Editorial Note: This is a review of the Sony Bravia KDL-32BX320. Test results are for this model, but should indicate the general performance of other sizes in the KDL-xxBX320 series. The KDL-xxBX320 series includes the following models: KDL-22BX320 and KDL-32BX320. Read here for more details on series differences.
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Page 1
Tour & Design
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Page 2
Blacks & Whites
The Sony Bravia KDL-32BX320 performed a little below average for its price point and screen type in our blacks & whites tests. Read More... |
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Color Accuracy
A bit of a hot-head when it comes to color temperature, but decent RGB curves for an entry-level television and a very accurate gamut of colors. Read More... |
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Motion
Watch out for color artifacts and jagged edges on moving objects. Read More... |
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Viewing Effects
Above-average viewing angle for an LCD. Diffused external light sources with ease. Read More... |
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Calibration
Learn about the calibration settings for the Sony Bravia KDL-32BX320. Read More... |
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Connectivity
The Sony Bravia KDL-32BX320 gives you the minimum necessary connections for a standard set of devices. Read More... |
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Audio & Menus
Sony scrimped on the speakers for this model. The menus are not flashy, but functional. Read More... |
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Multimedia & Internet
No internet here, but you get some limited USB media. Read More... |
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Power Consumption
You won’t spend much at all while watching this television. Read More... |
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Vs LG 37LK450
 We compare the KDL-32BX320 to the 37LK450. Read More... |
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Vs Samsung LN32D450
 We compare the KDL-32BX320 to the LN32D450. Read More... |
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Vs Panasonic TC-L32X30
 We compare the KDL-32BX320 to the TC-L32X30. Read More... |
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Conclusion
Read our final conclusion of the Sony Bravia KDL-32BX320. Read More... |
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Series Comparison
Read about the difference between the models in the KDL-xxBX320 series Read More... |
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Page 16
Photo Gallery
See photos of the Sony Bravia KDL-32BX320 Read More... |
Part 17
Comments
Read what people are saying about the Sony Bravia KDL-32BX320. Add your comments... |
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