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- LED backlit display
- Great colors
- Very thin
- Energy efficient
- Costly
- Mediocre off-angle viewing
- Some uniformity issues
- Screen more reflective than some LCD TVs
Reviewers say the 46-inch Samsung UN46B8000 has wonderful picture quality and a great lineup of features. The LCD TV uses an edge-lit LED backlight to create blacks that are inky and satisfying, though some TVs produce blacks that are just slightly deeper still, such as the 46-inch Samsung UN46B8500 (*Est. $3,240).
Color performance is another strength of the Samsung UN46B8000, and videophiles will appreciate the wide array of picture controls. The TV also has the ability to connect to the Internet to get additional content, such as news, weather and sports. An enhanced refresh rate (240 Hz) reduces motion blur, while a de-judder setting smoothes out motion when watching movies. Energy efficiency is excellent.
There are a couple of negatives. Off-angle viewing could be better, and those sitting too far to the side won't see the best picture quality. The screen treatment is glossy, which means you'll see more reflections in even moderately-lit rooms than you would with many other LCD TVs. Uniformity isn't 100 percent, and some areas of the screen can seem brighter than others.
If you want something a little larger, the 55-inch Samsung UN55B8000 (*Est. $3,010) should perform just as well as the 46-inch Samsung UN46B800. For those with less to spend, the Samsung LN46B750 (*Est. $1,670) lacks an LED backlight, but the picture quality is still excellent, with good blacks and great color.
Among those reviewing the 46-inch Samsung UN46B8000, HDGuru.com has the most detailed report, though some of what's presented might qualify as information overload for non-videophiles. CNET's report is also informative and not as overwhelming. ConsumerReports.org also tests the set but offers limited discussion. User reviews can be read at Amazon.com.
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Our Sources
1. HDGuru.com
Though some of the comments regarding how Samsung markets its LED-backlit LCD TVs might be too complex, there's lots of information here about the UN46B8000. Videophiles will especially appreciate the depth of the technical details discussed. Conclusions are clear -- and that's something everyone will appreciate.
Review: Samsung UN46B8000 240Hz LCD LED TV -- Exclusive First Review, Gary Merson and Michael Fremer, May 28, 2009
2. ConsumerReports.org
The 46-inch Samsung UN46B8000 is tested by ConsumerReports.org for its latest update. Discussion is woefully brief, but ratings are helpful. The article can only be read by subscribers, however.
Review: LCD TVs, Editors of ConsumerReports.org
3. CNET
David Katzmaier complains about the limited viewing angle and reflective screen of the Samsung UN46B8000. On the other hand, energy efficiency, the rich lineup of features and terrific styling are complimented. Despite some drawbacks, picture quality is still "pretty dang good."
Review: Samsung UN46B8000, David Katzmaier, Sept. 25, 2009
4. Amazon.com
The 46-inch Samsung UN46B7000 scores a solid rating of 4.5 stars (out of a possible five) from about two dozen owners. A few express some disappointment, but most give the TV a perfect or near-perfect score.
Review: Samsung UN46B8000 46-Inch 1080p 240Hz LED HDTV, Contributors to Amazon.com
