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The Bottom Line: Although not quite the best HDTV we've tested so far, the wallet-busting, LED-powered Sony KDL-55XBR8 comes mighty close.

Specs: LCD TV, 55 in, 1000000:1, 3000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Gloss piano black

The Bottom Line: CNET did not review the Sony Bravia KDL-40XBR6, but we did review a larger model in the same series.

Specs: LCD TV, 40 in, 50000:1, 4000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, High-gloss piano black

The Bottom Line: CNET did not review the Sony Bravia KDL-46XBR6, but we did review a larger model in the same series.

Specs: LCD TV, 46 in, 50000:1, 3000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, High-gloss piano black

The Bottom Line: The 52-inch Sony KDL-52XBR6 LCD is a bit too expensive for the level of picture quality it delivers, but its styling and best-in-class black levels help its case.

Specs: LCD TV, 52 in, 50000:1, 3000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, High-gloss piano black

The Bottom Line: The 58-inch TH-58PZ800U carries a big price tag compared with rear-projection alternatives, but its superb picture quality heightens its appeal.

Specs: Plasma TV, 58 in, 1000000:1, 30000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9

The Bottom Line: CNET did not review the Pioneer Elite Kuro PRO-151FD, but we did review a smaller model in the same series.

Specs: Plasma TV, 60 in, 1920 x 1080, 16:9

The Bottom Line: The Pioneer Elite PRO-111FD represents the pinnacle of flat-panel HDTV picture quality.

Specs: Plasma TV, 50 in, 1920 x 1080, 16:9

The Bottom Line: The Vizio VO32L's mostly solid image quality and fully packed connectivity package make it a top choice among small-screen LCDs.

Specs: LCD TV, 32 in, 450, 5500:1, 1100:1, 1366 x 765, 16:9

The Bottom Line: Although its THX mode isn't as accurate as we'd like to see, the massive LG 60PG60 60-inch plasma TV still delivers a good picture.

Specs: Plasma TV, 60 in, 1000 cd/m2, 30000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Gloss piano black

The Bottom Line: While blessed with a stylish, understated look and plenty of features, the LG 50PG30's picture quality falls a bit short of other 1080p plasma TVs.

Specs: Plasma TV, 50 in, 1000 cd/m2, 30000:1, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, Gloss piano black