Can someone recommend a 32-inch TV, $500?

[pete6032]

I'm looking for a new 32-inch HDTV, either LED/LCD or LCD. I have about $500 to spend, no interest in getting anything bigger than 32 inches. Any recommendations?

 

[vi edit]

32" is an interesting range. It's hard to find a really loaded up TV because not many people really want to dump a ton of money on something so small.

What will you be using it for and what kind of needs do you have?

Will it be used for any computer access?
Do you need internet apps on it?
Do you care if the speakers suck and can use external sound?

 

[NutBucket]

For example, my folks just got a 42" Vizio 1080p set with internet apps and all that jazz. Was $500 exactly. Only lacking feature I could see was it is a 60hz set. $80 got the same set but 120hz.

Maybe not the best TV but you'd be hard pressed to find a great TV as vi points out.

 

[Modelworks]

Walmart has this one for about $315. My niece just bought one and the picture is great, it has plenty of inputs and is overall a good tv. It isn't 1080p but I also use a tv of my own that is 32" 720p and I think at this screen size 1080p isn't needed.
http://www.walmart.com/ip/LG-32LD350/13904848

 

[vi edit]

When it comes to top notch image quality this Panasonic is very well recommended:
http://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-TC-L...6572511&sr=1-1

It's got an IPS panel which is highly desired.

 

[pete6032]

I'm looking for 32-inches because I'm a student so I will probably be moving a lot and its difficult to move anything bigger. My friend has a 42-inch plasma and it is absolutely huge/bulky. I will be using it for watching Blu Ray movies and hooking up to my HTPC.

An IPS panel would be nice, I currently have a TN Panel Samsung and the viewing angle is terrible.

 

[vi edit]

Ok. HTPC...then 1080p is required. You want the extra resolution. That panasonic above is a good choice. I've seen it on sale in the $350-$370 range from time to time.

 

[hboogz]

When it comes to top notch image quality this Panasonic is very well recommended:
http://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-TC-L...6572511&sr=1-1

It's got an IPS panel which is highly desired.

I just bought this unit from est buy for $369 + tax. It's a solid unit..1080p and IPS were key for me since I plan on using it for my primary PC monitor. I have a very old rig ( only supports AGP 8X Video Cards!!) but am working on putting together a new one. I've ordered a geoforce 6200 card with a DVI to HDMI cable to get 1920 x1080. Until I can get that working, then I'll report back on image quality.

But for sub $500, it's a great TV.

 

[Childs]

Panasonic TC-L32U22 32-Inch 1080p IPS LCD HDTV $400 on Amazon.