I have a NEC AS 90 (they're lowest end model) and it's a great value (picked it up for $200 last summer) and it's running great. No geometry, discoloration (was at first, but went away), or any problems. Great quality for even a low end model, but it is pretty subjective. Suggest you go to a store and look at the ones on display and see which one you like best. I'd say Samsung, Sony and NEC are all good brands.