Full Review
Introduction
If you’re looking for an internet-ready, 32-inch LED-edgelit HDTV, you can’t go wrong with the Sony KDL-32EX520 (MSRP $629). It has solid performance across the board and a robust — if somewhat clumsy — set of online features. If you don’t need the total package that the Sony offers, however, competing sets could save you quite a bit of money.
Editorial Note: This is a review of the Sony Bravia KDL-32EX520. Test results are for this model, but should indicate the general performance of other sizes in the KDL-xxEX520 series. The KDL-xxEX520 series includes the following models: KDL-32EX520, KDL-40EX520 and KDL-46EX520. Read here for more details on series differences.
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Page 1
Tour & Design
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Blacks & Whites
Outstanding contrast ratio, but make sure you turn off the “Eco” mode, which dims the screen considerably. Read More... |
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Color Accuracy
Expect accurate color performance from this HDTV, as it performed well in all of our color tests. Read More... |
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Motion
Motion processing is where the KDL-32EX520 falls far short. You’ll notice blur and artifacting on moving images. Read More... |
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Viewing Effects
Acceptable viewing angle for an LCD TV, and does a great job displaying images that aren’t in its native 1080p resolution. Read More... |
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Calibration
Learn about the calibration settings for the Sony Bravia KDL-32EX520. Read More... |
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Connectivity
No shortage of sources to watch if you get this Sony, though difficult to connect a computer via the VGA port and have audio, too. Read More... |
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Audio & Menus
For a pair of TV set speakers, the KDL-32EX520 does a good enough job. Sound is relatively rich and not tinny, and menus are easily navigable. Read More... |
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Multimedia & Internet
Connecting to the web is fairly simple, and apps are plentiful if a bit inelegant. Media playback is slow off of USB, and we had trouble viewing pictures. Read More... |
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Power Consumption
Like any LCD, this 32-inch Sony won’t run up your electric bill. It may, however, download software updates while turned off. Read More... |
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Vs Vizio M320VT
 We compare the KDL-32EX520 to the M320VT. Read More... |
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Vs LG 32LD350
 We compare the KDL-32EX520 to the 32LD350. Read More... |
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Vs Panasonic TC-L37D2
 We compare the KDL-32EX520 to the TC-L37D2. Read More... |
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Conclusion
Read our final conclusion of the Sony Bravia KDL-32EX520. Read More... |
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Series Comparison
Read about the difference between the models in the KDL-xxEX520 series Read More... |
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Photo Gallery
See photos of the Sony Bravia KDL-32EX520 Read More... |
Part 17
Comments
Read what people are saying about the Sony Bravia KDL-32EX520. Add your comments... |
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