Samsung LN52A750 52-inch 1080p LCD HDTV

The list of top-of-the-line, big-screen LCD televisions just got longer, thanks to Samsung's new releases for 2008, namely, the 52" model we're profiling here, the Samsung LN52A750.

The largest model in Samsung's new 750 series, the LN52A750 includes all of the manufacturer's latest LCD technology in a package that also features Samsung's new design flourish, the "Touch of Color" opaque frame which aims to complement the decor of your viewing space.

So is this "Touch of Color"-adorned set worth it? The colorful bezel is, simply-put, a matter of taste, but the new features on the LN52A750 certainly make the TV worthy of being added to your must-consider list.

Upgrades on the 750 series models vs. Samsung's 2007 LCD televisions are numerous and impressive. The series 7 sets such as the LN52A750 now feature a 50,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio spec, vs. just 25,000:1 on earlier models. Plus the pixel response rate is halved, from 8 milliseconds to 4 milliseconds. These enhancements will reportedly produce a smoother, more vibrant in comparison versus the Samsung models from just last year.

The LN52A750, alongside other Samsung Series 650 and 750 TVs, also include many new features that previous top-level Samsung LCDs lacked. The unique InfoLink service can be connected via the LN52A750's integrated Ethernet port, the TV is programmed with sports and gaming picture modes for optimal video settings, and Home Digital Media compatibility is included for playing your favorite files from the Internet.

And Samsung has boosted the number of HDMI connections the LN52A750 and other Series 6 and 7 TVs offer. While last year Samsung's top models offered just 3 HDMI ports, the newer 650 and 750 LCDs include 4, in addition to a new USB 2.0 connection to let you bring in photo JPGs and movie MPG files for easy watching.

But the new inclusion that seems to be immediately catching everyone's eye on the LN52A750 is the "Touch of Color" bezel. This embellishment is something you can't really judge until you see it to determine if it complements or clashes with the style of your viewing environment. To these eyes, it's attractive and welcome, but you need to be your own judge.

So that's how the LN52A750 compares vs. Samsung's 2007 top LCDs. But you may also want to know what warrants the extra cash for the 650 and 750 sets over Samsung's lower series offerings. The LN52A750 model includes 1 gb of flash memory, a woofer for better, more theatre-quality sound, and DLNA compatibility to allow integration with other DLNA compatible gadgets such as computers and mobile devices.

Plus, compare important specs like dynamic contrast ratio and pixel response and you'll see the LN52A750 bests the lower series models in most of the vital specifications.

To summarize, the LN52A750 is a must consider if you're hunting down the best 52" LCD model to meet your needs. To further your research, make sure you find out what other buyers think of the set. here's a link to user reviews for the LN52A750 at Amazon.com.

Comparisons vs. Top 52" LCD TVs

Samsung LNT5265F Samsung LNT5271F Samsung LN-T5281FX Sharp Aquos LC52D64U Sharp Aquos LC52D92U Sony Bravia 52XBR4 Sony Bravia 52XBR5 Sony Bravia KDL-52W3000 Toshiba REGZA 52HL167 Toshiba REGZA 52LX177

Model	Contrast	Refresh	Max Res	HDMI	Resp Time	Weight	Price
15,000:1		1080p	3	8ms	63 lbs	Check Price
25,000:1	120hz	1080p	3	8ms	128 lbs	Check Price
500,000:1	120hz	1080p	3	8ms	81 lbs	Check Price
10,000:1		1080p	3	4ms	63 lbs	Check Price
15,000:1	120hz	1080p	3	6ms	83 lbs	Check Price
18,000:1	120hz	1080p	3	8ms	108 lbs	Check Price
18,000:1	120hz	1080p	3	8ms	108 lbs	Check Price
16,000:1		1080p	3		95 lbs	Check Price
		1080p	3	8ms	140 lbs	Check Price
		1080p	3		90 lbs	Check Price

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