Full Review
Introduction
The Toshiba 32SL400U ($699 MSRP) is limited to a 720p resolution and falls shorts of the connectivity options necessary to make it a viable choice for a home theater. Sure, this LED-backlit LCD TV has some bright spots, but there are too many shortcomings, and too much competition, to make this a winner.
Editorial Note: This is a review of the Toshiba 32SL400U. Test results are for this model, but should indicate the general performance of other sizes in the xxSL400U series. The xxSL400U series includes the following models: 19SL400U, 22SL400U, 26SL400U and 32SL400U. Read here for more details on series differences.
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Page 1
Tour & Design
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Page 2
Blacks & Whites
A great black level but the screen isn’t bright enough. Shadows lack details. Read More... |
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Color Accuracy
Good color performance, overall. Read More... |
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Motion
The motion performance is good, but the TV is terrible at scaling non-native resolutions. Read More... |
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Viewing Effects
An excellent viewing angle, for an LCD TV. Read More... |
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Calibration
Learn about the calibration settings for the Toshiba 32SL400U. Read More... |
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Connectivity
There are too few ports. Read More... |
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Audio & Menus
A mediocre audio performance, but the menu interface is good and simple. Read More... |
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Multimedia & Internet
Music and photo playback from USB, but no internet connectivity. Read More... |
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Page 10
Power Consumption
A low power consumer. Read More... |
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Vs Sony KDL-32EX600
 We compare the 32SL400U to the KDL-32EX600. Read More... |
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Vs Samsung LN32C550
 We compare the 32SL400U to the LN32C550. Read More... |
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Vs LG 32LD450
 We compare the 32SL400U to the 32LD450. Read More... |
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Conclusion
Read our final conclusion of the Toshiba 32SL400U. Read More... |
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Series Comparison
Read about the difference between the models in the xxSL400U series Read More... |
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Page 16
Photo Gallery
See photos of the Toshiba 32SL400U Read More... |
Part 17
Comments
Read what people are saying about the Toshiba 32SL400U. Add your comments... |
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