All Flat-panel TVs

The Bottom Line: Although expensive and light on features compared with consumer sets, Panasonic's TH-50PF11UK 50-inch professional plasma monitor delivers pro-level picture quality.

Specs: Plasma panel, 50 in, 1200 cd/m2, 1000000:1, 30000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Black

The Bottom Line: Vizio's best effort yet, the VP505XVT 50-inch plasma aces that delicate balance between picture quality and value.

Specs: Plasma TV, 50 in, 1200 cd/m2, 30000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9

The Bottom Line: A high price and a quirky, optional AV Center lessen the appeal, but the stunning design of the ultrathin Hitachi UT37X902 will draw buyers who want the ultimate in flat-panel chic.

Specs: LCD flat panel display, 37 in, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Crystal black sapphire with chrome trim

The Bottom Line: Serious uniformity flaws make it difficult to recommend the Haier HL47K over other bargain LCD TVs.

Specs: LCD TV, 47 in, 500, 1500:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9

The Bottom Line: CNET did not review the Sharp AQUOS LC-52D85U, but we did review a smaller model in the same series.

Specs: LCD TV, 52 in, 450, 10000:1, 2000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Black

The Bottom Line: CNET did not review the Sharp AQUOS LC-42D85U, but we did review a larger model in the same series.

Specs: LCD TV, 42 in, 450, 10000:1, 2000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Black

The Bottom Line: Despite a promising specification sheet and cheap price for a 120Hz HDTV, the Honeywell Altura MLX's picture quality falls short of even other budget models.

Specs: LCD TV, 42 in, 500, 50000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9

The Bottom Line: The Sharp LC-46D85U's picture quality issues will give many potential buyers pause, but its dejudder-free 120Hz refresh rate might find some fans.

Specs: LCD TV, 46 in, 450, 10000:1, 2000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Black

The Bottom Line: CNET did not review the Samsung PN63A650, but we did review a model of the same size in a different series.

Specs: Plasma TV, 63 in, 1000000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9

The Bottom Line: CNET did not review the Panasonic TH-50PF10UK, but we did review a model of the same size in a different series.

Specs: Plasma panel, 50 in, 1000 cd/m2, 10000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Black