Full Review
Introduction
The VIZIO E3D420VX offers streaming internet video and passive 3D imaging at an incredible price of $729 (MSRP). But is it any good? Is this one of those situations where you pay just enough to get a stripped-down version of a technology, when you should have spent a little more to get what you really wanted? We say this VIZIO is worth considering. After testing, we found that the E3D420VX was more than just a gimmick to get people to buy TVs, showing numbers that meant some serious visual quality for the price point.
Editorial Note: This is a review of the VIZIO E3D420VX. Test results are for this model, but should indicate the general performance of other sizes in the E3DxxxVX series. The E3DxxxVX series includes the following models: E3D320VX and E3D420VX. Read here for more details on series differences.
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Tour & Design
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Page 2
Blacks & Whites
A strong contrast ratio for its price point, but watch out for yellowish edges and corners. Read More... |
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Color Accuracy
Strong over-all color performance: a reasonably accurate set of colors with a steady color temperature and color curves with little peaking. Read More... |
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Motion
With several motion processing features, this VIZIO aced our motion tests. Read More... |
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3D
Crosstalk on the VIZIO E3D420VX is obvious and distracting when watching 3D with the passive glasses. Read More... |
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Viewing Effects
A standard viewing angle for an LCD TV and a slew of video processing features. Read More... |
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Calibration
Learn about the calibration settings for the VIZIO E3D420VX. Read More... |
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Connectivity
A standard set of connections in a super-dense configuration. Read More... |
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Audio & Menus
The 10W speakers on the VIZIO E3D420VX are not good enough for theater-like sound. You get two informative user manuals with this TV that will help you navigate the attractive menus. Read More... |
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Multimedia & Internet
No internet access but a throng of DLNA content, especially streaming videos. The USB ports can play some specifically formatted media. Read More... |
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Power Consumption
An efficient television for the number of features it supports. Read More... |
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Vs Samsung LN46D550
 We compare the E3D420VX to the LN46D550. Read More... |
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Vs VIZIO XVT3D424SV
 We compare the E3D420VX to the XVT3D424SV. Read More... |
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Vs Sony Bravia KDL-55EX720
 We compare the E3D420VX to the KDL-55EX720. Read More... |
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Conclusion
Read our final conclusion of the VIZIO E3D420VX. Read More... |
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Series Comparison
Read about the difference between the models in the E3DxxxVX series Read More... |
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Photo Gallery
See photos of the VIZIO E3D420VX Read More... |
Part 18
Comments
Read what people are saying about the VIZIO E3D420VX. Add your comments... |
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